Our Values

At Empowered Recovery Solutions, our values are the foundation of everything we do. We believe in the transformative power of empathy, connection, and authenticity. Recovery is not a one-size-fits-all journey—it’s deeply personal, and it requires an approach that honors each individual’s unique story. We are committed to creating a safe, stigma-free environment where people feel seen, heard, and empowered to take control of their lives.

We value resilience—the ability to rise from even the darkest moments—and we celebrate the courage it takes to confront addiction head-on. We believe in the strength of community, where shared experiences foster understanding and hope. Above all, we are guided by compassion: the unwavering belief that every person deserves a chance to heal, grow, and thrive. These values drive our mission to help individuals not just recover but rediscover their purpose and rebuild their lives with dignity and strength.

  • Our Mission

    Our mission is to guide individuals through recovery by blending professional expertise with the transformative power of lived experience. We believe that healing goes beyond clinical tools; it’s about fostering genuine human connection and understanding. Through personalized, compassionate support that is free from stigma, we empower people to overcome addiction and reclaim their lives.

    We are dedicated to connecting with individuals at their current state—emotionally and mentally—providing the support they need as they navigate their unique journey toward recovery. By combining evidence-based practices with the insights of those who have lived through addiction, we create a space where healing becomes possible. This approach nurtures resilience, instills hope, and provides individuals with the tools they need not just to recover but to thrive.

  • Our Beliefs

    We believe that professional support is invaluable in recovery—therapists, counsellors, and support workers provide critical insights into behaviors and life choices while equipping individuals with tools to reshape unhealthy patterns. However, we also recognize that lived experience holds a unique power that extends beyond clinical analysis.

    Those who have experienced addiction firsthand understand its relentless grip—the pain, fear, and feelings of unworthiness that can consume someone’s life. They know what it takes to face therapy: the courage required to confront buried emotions and dismantle destructive habits. This shared experience acknowledges the emotional weight of addiction while offering something even more powerful: hope. Lived experience bridges the gap between theory and reality, providing inspiration for those seeking recovery.

About ERS

At Empowered Recovery Solutions, we believe that true recovery comes from the intersection of professional care and the power of lived experience. While therapists and counselors provide essential tools for reshaping thoughts and behaviors, those who have walked the path of addiction offer a unique depth of empathy, understanding, and credibility.

We offer a range of tailored services, including pre-treatment guidance, relapse prevention, and aftercare support. Our approach is designed to help individuals navigate the challenges of addiction with compassion and clarity. We focus on addressing ambivalence, removing barriers to recovery, and offering practical strategies to help sustain long-term change.

Our commitment is to create a safe, stigma-free environment where individuals feel genuinely understood and supported. At Empowered Recovery Solutions, we empower people to rebuild their lives with resilience, purpose, and hope—one meaningful step at a time.

About The Founder

I’m Dunc, the founder of Empowered Recovery Solutions. My 25-year battle with addiction took everything — my family, my home, my business — and left me broken. In 2006, I entered residential treatment, a moment that didn’t just save my life but gave me a new purpose.

For 17 years at Gordon Moody, I worked with people like Laura. She called once, overwhelmed by fear and frustration, and hung up. A week later, she called back, hesitant and unsure. She hadn’t told her husband, felt trapped by worry, and didn’t know if she could stop. But deep down, she wanted to.

I’ve lived that fear, that doubt. I know how hard it is to take that first step and how powerful it is to hear, “I’ve been there, and you’re not alone.”

Recovery isn’t a clinical process. It’s a raw, visceral journey of human reconnection. It’s empathy that slices through shame like a surgical blade. At Empowered Recovery Solutions, we combine lived experience with professional insight to break down barriers and guide you through recovery.

If I can rebuild my life, so can Laura — and so can your clients. We’re here to help them every step of the way.

For more on my professional journey, feel free to visit my LinkedIn profile.