Albert’s secret, double-life imploded when cocaine addiction was at war with his public image as a successful businessman, loving husband and father. Those opposing worlds collided as deception became unmanageable and he found himself unable to manage these conflicting lives.

The early days of college triggered Albert’s drug habit, which only intensified in the ensuing years over career and family pressures. Despite being raised in a loving and supportive family with little exposure to drugs and alcohol, he remained enslaved for the better part of 20 years.

Finally judging his life and family in jeopardy, Albert reached out in desperation and found his solution in God-centered recovery. With faith and God’s guidance and following the 12-step book, he acquired the tools necessary to remain sober, fight addiction, and rebuild his family.

Brandon Lee is a 5-time Emmy Award winning journalist who has done extensive reporting on the opioid crisis. He is also a trauma expert when it comes to the impact childhood trauma plays in the world of addiction. Brandon has been in recovery for more than 13 years. 

Doug has experienced many life-defining moments that fuel his calling to help God’s children and their families affected by drug addiction, alcohol dependency and mental illness. He intimately understands the personal despair, hopelessness and destruction experienced by active alcoholics and addicts and their loved ones.

Conversely, he knows the blessings that are possible for those who seek restoration, work a solid recovery program, and pursue a relationship with God and Jesus Christ.