Hey there! I'm Campbell.

The Woman Who Lived Your Nightmare (Twice)—And Came Out the Other Side

Watching a loved one self-destruct from addiction is unbearably painful. Whether it's your child, your partner, or your spouse—it's easy to get stuck in the pit of emotions: the fear, the anger, the helplessness.

But if you want your relationship and your family to survive this crisis, you're going to need to make some strategic decisions.

I've been there myself. Twice. And I can help you find your way out of the darkness.

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Hey there! I'm Campbell.

Watching a loved one self-destruct from addiction is so very painful.  It's easy to get stuck in the pit of emotions. But, if you want your family to survive this crisis, you're going to need to make some strategic decisions.  I've then there myself, and I can help you find your way out of the darkness. 

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I Know What You're Going Through—Because I Lived It

My journey through addiction didn't happen once. It happened twice—with both of my sons.

I was lonely. Sad. Mad.

Terrified every time the phone rang, wondering what horrible news I might hear.

I didn't recognize who I'd become. I called it "being in the trough"—and it was the darkest period of my life.

I spent years chasing the wrong solutions, wasting thousands of dollars on treatments that didn't work, and lying awake at night wondering if they would survive.

But here's what changed everything:

I met Amber. And I was smart enough to actually listen to her.

She taught me how to live in this new, awful world of addiction—how to stop making things worse with my instincts and start making strategic moves that actually worked.

And slowly, things began to turn around.

From Desperate Family Member to Expert Guide

When both boys were finally in treatment and early recovery, I made a decision that changed my life:

I went back to school at age 53 to become a counselor.

My friends thought I was crazy. "You'll be 56 when you graduate! Why are you doing this?"

My answer? "Well, I'll be 56 regardless. I might as well do something I know will change my life."

I had no idea just how much becoming a therapist would completely transform me—the way I think, the way I navigate relationships, and how incredibly happy I'd become.

Here's why I did it:

I knew I had wisdom and experience to share with others facing the same nightmare I had—whether they're parents watching their child spiral or partners watching their spouse or significant other disappear into addiction.

I wanted to help them:

  • Navigate relationships differently than I did
  • Treat themselves better than I did
  • Set boundaries that actually work
  • Come through their experience with intentional growth instead of just survival

My goal? To help prevent as much of that "trough" feeling as possible—or at the very least, to be able to say, "I understand, and I am sorry."

 

Who I Work With

Today, I specialize in working with families impacted by addiction—specifically:

Partners & Spouses

If you're married to or in a relationship with someone struggling with addiction, I understand the unique challenges you face:

  • The betrayal and broken trust
  • The financial strain and hidden behaviors
  • The loneliness of loving someone who's become a stranger
  • The decision of whether to stay or leave
  • The challenge of protecting yourself while still being supportive

Parents

If you're a parent watching your child struggle with addiction, I've lived your nightmare:

  • The gut-wrenching fear every time your phone rings
  • The confusion about when to help and when to step back
  • The guilt and self-blame
  • The isolation from friends who don't understand
  • The desperate search for what actually works

No matter which role you're in, I bring the same depth of understanding, strategic guidance, and no-BS support.

 

What Makes My Approach Different

I'm not just a counselor who studied addiction in a textbook.

I've lived through the chaos. I've made the mistakes. I've learned what works and what makes things worse. And I've had the professional training to understand the psychology behind it all.

Here's what I bring to your situation:

 ☑️Real-life experience navigating addiction in my own family


 ☑️Professional training as a Licensed Professional Counselor


 ☑️Strategic thinking that helps you make decisions, not just process emotions


☑️No-BS advice because there's no time to waste when your family is in crisis


 ☑️Warmth and compassion without judgment


☑️The ability to see patterns you might be missing

 

Whether you're a parent or a partner, I help you:

  • Set boundaries that actually protect you (and help them)
  • Navigate tough conversations without making things worse
  • Know when to step in and when to step back
  • Build a strategy based on your specific situation
  • Take care of yourself while supporting their recovery

My Background: Why I Get It

I grew up moving around the world. My dad was a Soviet expert for the Defense Intelligence Agency, and by the time I started my junior year of high school in Berlin, Germany, we had moved eight times.

Here's what that taught me:

 🌟How to read people and situations quickly


 🌟How to adapt and make strategic decisions under pressure


 🌟How to be bold and trust my own competence


🌟 How to build meaningful connections fast

 

These skills—originally learned as a kid navigating constant change—turned out to be exactly what I needed to navigate addiction in my family.

And they're the same skills I teach my clients: how to become who you need to be in this new, unwanted reality.

I'm passionate about the concept of "becoming"—that we don't just arrive at a point in life and say "Well, I'm done."

When life kicks us in the fanny, we don't just lie down and give up.

We get strategic. We learn. We grow. We become who we're meant to be.

Credentials

Campbell has a BA from the University of Virginia and received her Master's degree from Clemson University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with all the right qualifications—and because she's been through addiction in her own family, she understands exactly what it's like.

 

Virtual Consultation 

  • Advice tailored to your specific situation!
  • Support from someone who REALLY GETS IT!
  • A strategy that works
Members $200
Non-Members $250

Email Consultation

*No need to wait for an appointment

  • Share the specifics about of your situation.
  • Get expert advice directly from Campbell
  • Receive a written response within 1 business day! 
Members $95
Non-Members $105

Wondering what it's like to work with Cambpell? 

See what other's have to say...

 

"Campbell was warm, understanding, perceptive and encouraging. And she made a key suggestion. Since listening to Amber's videos I've been careful not to push my loved one to get help, afraid that any pushing could slow the process down. And I think not pushing has helped alot. But Campbell said,"I think your relationship is good enough that you could (gently)ask my loved one again about getting treatment."I did. And he made the call!"

 

"I chose a 10 because you have an “integral” support structure to deal with all the different angles addiction affects the person dealing with his/her struggle, but the entire family and you do it with the CRAFT approach which I have found the right way to help my son, myself and family. The YouTube channel, the live calls, the Membership with the app and resources is fantastic! And finally every consultation I have with Campbell is revealing, assertive, stress releasing, fun, gratifying and simply wonderful for my own recovery and help my loved one in the true sense of word."

 

"Campbell can always intake the information and help make sense of a very difficult subject. Her advice is practical and helpful. We are glad we found the Hope for Families otherwise this process would have been even more difficult to do alone. Thank you"

 

"I really enjoy working with Campbell. We needed her guidance long ago, it has been very difficult to find help specifically with addiction issues."

 

"Ease of talking to. Understanding of physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of addiction. Family disease, helping future generations. Important work. Seeing the big picture through your experience and patience."

 

"Campbell teaches you the skills needed to empower versus control. No one likes to be controlled yet everyone wants to be validated and empowered"

 

"Campbell is very knowledgeable and gives clear explanations for advice and suggestions. I hung up feeling like I have clear plan and guidelines to my own actions. I finally feel clear in my head and not confused in months. Thank you!!!""

 

"Met with Campbell and this was the resource we were looking for. There doesn’t seem to be many resources for the families of addicted loved ones. We had felt we tried everything, hit or miss and so much stress. And her advise was so good. Clear boundaries and all to help the addicted person to better themselves. A very good understanding of an addict's needs and how to encourage them to get the right chemicals in their brain and get their life on track. Thank you!"

 

"Campbell is such a good listener and can cut to the chase and address the issue with her expert advice. I would highly recommend her to any parent dealing with addiction. My only wish is that I would have found hope for families sooner for the problem."

 

"My session with Campbell was excellent - informative and encouraging with practical tactics for what to do next. I also appreciate the many resources I can use on this journey that are included in the reasonably priced membership. Hoping to attend the virtual “meetup” tomorrow!"

 

"Campbell is warm, compassionate and funny. She gives “no BS” advice, which is needed."

 

"Campbell was very knowledgeable and interested in our situation. Her questions and suggestions were clearly stated and made great sense. We left feeling encouraged and determined to do the things that will help our son fight his addiction."

 

"Hands down, the best money I’ve ever spent! For six years, I’ve been talking to my therapist about my addicted loved one, but in just one hour with Campbell, I got more clarity and direction than all those sessions combined. Campbell absolutely nailed it! For the first time, I feel like I have a solid plan that’s actually going to work."

Clinical Services (South Carolina Residents Only)

For South Carolina residents seeking traditional clinical counseling, I provide in-person services at our Greenville, SC facility.