Eager to challenge the accepted norms of traditional medical organizations, licensed therapist Berni Fried has dedicated her career to advancing treatment methods for people who are struggling with addiction. In the following interview, A Gathering of Experts asks Berni Fried about the epidemic of drug and alcohol abuse that has ravaged communities throughout the United States.

A Gathering of Experts: Thanks for offering your thoughts to us today. Welcome, Ms. Fried.

Berni Fried: I’m grateful for the invitation.

A Gathering of Experts: We’re looking at some of the most recent statistics regarding drug and alcohol abuse in America.

Berni Fried: It’s frightening, to be honest. [Read more…]