11/22/2023
Introduction time: welcome, Jeremy D Shults. For over a decade, I have known this man. He's never had it easy, but his resilience and ability to maintain his sense of humor is an inspiration. I've watched him fall and watched him get up. We've held each other up for years, and he and I really understand each other. I'm honored to be part of his journey and play a part in his recovery. At each other's worst, we remained close, which is why I know he will be outstanding in this role as our new CAT. I'm excited to see this journey he is about to embark upon.
Hello, everyone! I'm Jeremy Shults, and I have an amazing story to tell about the life I have lived, and how, by the Grace of God, I managed to survive.
I wouldn't have survived had it not been for Divine Intervention. I truly believe the reason I survived was so I could help others struggling with substance use and/or alcoholism. There is nothing anyone can talk to me about regarding substance abuse that I wouldn't understand.
Therefore, I've chosen to focus on helping others by becoming a Certified Addictions
Tech and joining Destinacion’s Therapy and Maybell’s Mission INC. in order to do just that. I know sharing my own experiences, and what can and will happen when continuing to use, will support others in a big way. I have the stories, scars, and legal battles to prove we can overcome this disease. Addiction has cost me friends, family members, and time I'll never get back again.
At almost 50, I can say I barely made it here alive; many don't. I truly just want to help those who need a compass for the journey ahead as they make their way through hell, as I have. As a recovering survivor of substance abuse and alcoholism, I understand the highs and lows my clients will experience. For example, I never finished my schooling to become an EMT because I was arrested for drugs before its completion. My Addictions have cost me so much. But, I believe, here is where I belong and it's why I went through all I did.
Prior to becoming a Certified Addictions Tech, I was an Iron Worker and Certified Welder. I'm a hard worker and am passionate about all I do.
I can't wait to meet new people with stories of inspiration, to work with them all, and help others find their new life. My tattoos may make me appear intimidating, but I assure you, I'm just a big teddy bear. I am all heart and have been given this amazing opportunity to use it to help others. My main goal is to help others save their life, or the life of someone they love, who is feeling lost. I hope many people allow me to do just that. I look forward to the future. Together, we will address those substance abuse concerns, and I offer equine assisted therapy, groups, classes, and office therapy, among many other innovative, state-approved modalities. Your experience is sure to be impactful and unique. God bless you. And I know, by the way, that angels are real!
Sincerely,
Jeremy Shults
