About Jake

Welcome! I’m honored to be part of your journey toward recovery and renewal. As a licensed MSW-level social worker with a specialized background in mental health, addictions, crisis intervention, and disaster management, my practice as a coach is grounded in both professional expertise and personal experience. I’ve walked the path of benzodiazepine recovery myself -including over two years of post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS)- and understand the complex challenges that can come with it. Through years of work that incorporated trauma-informed care, crisis counseling, and addiction recovery, I have had the privilege of guiding individuals from all over the world through their own healing journeys.
My approach to benzo recovery coaching is evidence-based and rooted in compassion, empathy, and empowerment. I understand the importance of creating a safe, supportive space for you to navigate this process at your own pace. Whether you’re in the early stages of recovery or seeking long-term support, I offer strategies tailored to your unique needs, informed by my background in crisis and stress management, peer supervision, and disaster response.

In addition to my lived experience, education, and practice knowledge, I’ve facilitated a weekly international support group for benzo recovery since 2022 and have been trained in peer support for people with benzo-induced neurological disfunction (BIND) and trauma intervention. As a researcher and PhD student, my work focused on the intersection of benzo withdrawal and trauma, and strategies for managing the secondary psychological withdrawal symptoms caused by the benzo-hijacked amygdala (“Amy”, the brain’s fear and anxiety center). Against that backdrop, my goal is to help you regain control, find stability, and move forward with confidence and resilience.

Together, we can explore the path of recovery, and I look forward to walking alongside you every step of the way into a renewed life beyond benzos.

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Benzo recovery requires different supports for different people, so consider what approach will help you reach the other side and know you’ll be supported.

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What people are saying

"I met Jake months into my benzo withdrawal, when I didn't know what was wrong with me. It was a terrifying and bewildering time with repeated hospitalisations and many baffling physical and psychological symptoms. Jake's knowledge and care allowed me to understand what was happening, and more importantly learn to live with the fallout of a rapid taper. Thanks to Jake's guidance, support, and encouragement, I am now living a fulfilling life and well on my way to being BETTER than before my benzo journey."

N. D.

"Jake is an exceptional benzo coach, possessing a deep understanding of the healing process. He articulates complex concepts in a clear, concise manner, balancing candor with empathy. Jake has facilitated significant progress in my son's recovery journey and supported our family throughout. I wholeheartedly endorse him - Jake is amazing!"

S. H.

"Jake provided the only space where I can freely express my experience of benzodiazepine withdrawal. It was a great relief to be understood, and it gave me hope to hold on. Historically, I have had a big problem with the idea of hope and I'm honestly pretty cynical about it, but Jake is more than real enough that I can trust what he puts down. He kept me from giving up and that's very literally everything."

H. O.

"Jake has been a tremendous help throughout my recovery from post-acute withdrawal syndrome. His encouragement, guidance, and practical advice have kept me grounded during the toughest moments. Jake not only provides support but also helps me build the skills I need to navigate this journey with confidence. I’m incredibly grateful for his continued presence and unwavering dedication."

M. S.

"I cannot say enough about Jake and how generous he has been with his knowledge, kindness, and time. He has given so much to the benzodiazepine recovery community without ever asking for anything in return. When I first joined his support group, I was at the lowest point in my life, and now I am almost finished with my master's degree and have hope for the future. I'll never be able to adequately thank Jake for all that he has given me as both a mentor and a friend."

D. S.