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Jun 5, 2018, 8:02 PM

Can luxury rehab really work for substance abuse?

You pull into the driveway in your private limousine. As your driver opens the door, you see a man in suit and tie, eagerly waiting to welcome you and take your bags up to your private suite. When you...

Apr 18, 2018, 2:31 PM

Israel Independence Day Quiz: How well do you really know Israel?

There is more to Israel than what you see in the news. After reading headline after headline about conflict in the Middle East, many people are surprised to learn that, for the all the hype about Israel, this entire country...

Feb 20, 2018, 7:25 PM

When Addiction Isn’t The Problem

Based on a client at Retorno; names and details changed for privacy Jenny was doing fine. Intelligent, witty, and pretty, she had many friends and dated occasionally. She was studying towards her BA, doing some tutoring to earn some extra...

Dec 18, 2017, 8:09 PM

When dull eyes reflect Chanukah lights — A real miracle for our time

The last night of Chanukah. Eight small flames multiplied by five menorahs multiplied many times over by the reflection in the darkened window. A real festival of lights, right here in my own living room. The family gathers on the...

Nov 19, 2017, 5:59 AM

‘How could I not have seen this coming?’

As an addictions counselor, I’ve learned that no matter what my child wants to tell me, I must listen

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About Me

Shoshana Schwartz is an addictions counselor and therapeutic horseback riding instructor at Retorno. She is the author of four books and is a weekly contributor to Mishpacha magazine.