Frequently Asked Questions
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A sober companion provides personalized, in-person or virtual support during recovery — including accountability, emotional support, travel escort, and help navigating the transition into or out of treatment. Unlike a sponsor or therapist, a sober companion offers hands-on, real-time presence during vulnerable periods.
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A Sober Companion provides real-time, side-by-side practical support in your daily life, where you are staying, or during travel. While a therapist provides clinical treatment in scheduled sessions and a sponsor offers voluntary 12-step guidance, a companion is present 24/7 to help you navigate triggers, maintain daily structure, handle practical logistics, and bridge the gap between treatment goals and real-world living.
Please note: Sober companion services are non-clinical and non-medical. I work collaboratively alongside your existing doctors, therapists, and care team.
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Yes. While I'm based in Oregon, I provide travel escort and short-term companion support nationwide, including airport transfers and door-to-door transportation into treatment centers.
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Rates vary based on the level of support needed — from short-term travel escort to 24/7 live-in care. Check my pricing or reach out for a custom quote based on your situation.
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Support can be full-time, part-time, or on-call, depending on what you need to feel stable and supported — from a few scheduled check-ins a week to continuous, round-the-clock presence during a high-risk transition.
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Cost depends on the level of support needed — from a few hours of accountability to 24/7 live-in care or multi-day travel escort. Every engagement is scoped individually; see Pricing for sample ranges, or reach out for a custom quote.
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Length of engagement varies by person and situation — some clients need intensive short-term support during a specific transition (like leaving treatment or traveling to a facility), while others benefit from ongoing weekly check-ins over months. We build the timeline around what's actually helping.
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Yes. For clients who need continuous, round-the-clock presence, I offer 24-hour live-in support in a hotel, Airbnb, or rental — see Pricing for details.
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Yes. All support is confidential. Any updates to family members happen only with your consent, and boundaries are set collaboratively.
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I've been trained as a Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor, Qualified Mental Health Associate, and Certified Recovery Mentor with over 13 years of personal sobriety and six-plus years working professionally in addiction treatment.
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For urgent or short-notice travel support, I offer rapid deployment — call or text directly. For ongoing support, we'll start with a free consultation to build a custom care plan.
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Safety is always the primary focus. If a client requires medical detoxification or clinical stabilization before or during an engagement, I assist in coordinating immediate, safe transportation to an accredited medical facility or treatment center. Companionship services can resume once medical clearing is complete.
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Family updates are tailored entirely to the client’s preferences and consent. With explicit permission, I can provide regular, reassuring updates to designated family members regarding well-being, schedule adherence, and general progress. I also assist in establishing healthy communication boundaries to help reduce family stress and conflict during critical recovery windows.

