Stanton Peele is a psychologist who has changed the addiction field. He has pioneered, among other things, the idea that addiction occurs with a range of experiences, recognition of natural recovery from addiction, and the “harm reduction” approach to addiction.
This site includes many of his widely read writings (see, for example, Why Addiction Isn't a Disease) and media appearances, including Oprah, Bill O'Reilly and Fox & Friends.
STANTON PEELE'S TREATMENT REFERRALS
Stanton Peele's Life Process Program© (LPP) is the pioneering purpose, value, life skills, and CBT approach to addiction treatment. LPP was previously associated with the St. Gregory Retreat Center. Stanton and St. Gregory have terminated their partnership, and Stanton can no longer vouch for the program there. Please contact stanton@peele.net for referrals to effective residential, outpatient, and coaching resources, including the option of implementing LPP in your program.
STANTON’S 40-YEAR ADDICTION REPORT CARD
Stanton began working on Love and Addiction (which was published in 1975) in 1970. In these forty years he has predicted a remarkable number of addiction trends. By now it is clear that the way in which Stanton has reframed addiction for the past four decades – sometimes facing extreme opposition – has been prescient. Addiction is not a consequence of taking drugs and drinking. Rather, it arises from the way in which these and other compelling activities fit into people’s lives and meanings.
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The opinions contained on this website are Stanton Peele's and in no way reflect those of the financial supporters of the website. Stanton Peele does not necessarily approve of any of the products or treatment programs advertised at this website. All material provided on the Stanton Peele Addiction Website is provided for informational or educational purposes only. Stanton Peele cannot provide individual clinical or therapy recommendations for persons consulting this site unless they have specifically retained Stanton for this purpose and he addresses them individually. Consult a licensed therapist or physician regarding the applicability of any opinions or recommendations with respect to your problems or medical condition.
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