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Olivia Pennelle

Olivia Pennelle (Liv) has a masters in clinical social work from Portland State University. She is a mental health therapist, writer, and human activist. Her writing has appeared in STAT News, Insider, Filter Magazine, Ravishly, The Temper, and Shondaland. She is the founder of Liv’s Recovery Kitchen, Life After 12-Step Recovery, and Tera Collaborations. She lives near Portland, Oregon. Follow her on Instagram @Livwritesrecovery and @teracollaborations

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What is Sobriety Sampling?

What is “sobriety sampling,” and how is it different from being sober curious? Author and therapist Olivia Pennelle explains this strategy.

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Does Withdrawal Cause Depression?

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