Allen Berger

Allen Berger Dr. Berger is a talented psychotherapist with 5 decades of clinical experience, and is the leading authority on emotional sobriety.

Accepting reality is often a difficult task to face, but it is one of the most important things we can do when it comes ...
09/30/2025

Accepting reality is often a difficult task to face, but it is one of the most important things we can do when it comes to recovery and emotional sobriety.

I invite you all to explore this topic with me at my upcoming workshop on October 25th, where we'll discuss our internal barriers as well as how we can overcome them to begin the process of acceptance. Space is limited for in-person attendees, so make sure you sign up while spots are still available!

You can purchase in-person and virtual tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/4th-dimension-publishing-103274116561

4th Dimension Publishing was formed in 2021 with the purpose of delivering compelling recovery content and promoting Emotional Sobriety to a broad audience. 4th Dimension Publishing successfully launched Allen's 6th book in 2021,12 Essential Insights to Emotional Sobriety. This book has become a tou...

I recently watched this documentary made by Jay Stan, and I cannot recommend it enough! This is a must-watch for anyone ...
05/28/2025

I recently watched this documentary made by Jay Stan, and I cannot recommend it enough! This is a must-watch for anyone in recovery - I give it a glowing five-star review.

This film shows deeper insight into Bill Wilson's life than I had seen before, and it was eye-opening in many ways. I hope that you will find it as investing as I did!

Bill W. Conscious Contact is a powerful documentary exploring the inner spiritual life of Alcoholics Anonymous co-founder Bill Wilson. Watch the film now!

As one exciting workshop has ended, another event is right around the corner—I will be attending and speaking at the Rec...
05/19/2025

As one exciting workshop has ended, another event is right around the corner—I will be attending and speaking at the Recovery Reimagined 2025 conference held in Dublin, Ireland, this weekend! I will be speaking all three days, focusing on Emotional Sobriety and Interconnected Recovery Pathways.

I am excited to meet and speak with those who will be attending in person, but those who cannot make it to Dublin can still tune in by purchasing a virtual ticket. Access to the conference via zoom is now 50% off, and your virtual ticket will provide you with:

• Live streaming of all sessions from anywhere
• Two simultaneous livestreams all three days (8 hours daily)
• CPD points for professionals available
• ONE FULL YEAR of on-demand access to all recordings

Register now!: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/recovery-reimagined-2025-tickets-945116979327

Live from Trinity College Dublin: A virtual conference by people in recovery, blending experience & insight.

The Emotional Sobriety: Unpacking Our Emotional Disturbances workshop is coming up this weekend! This workshop will be a...
05/14/2025

The Emotional Sobriety: Unpacking Our Emotional Disturbances workshop is coming up this weekend! This workshop will be a wonderful opportunity for learning and growth for all attendees, and I highly encourage anyone looking to improve their emotional well-being to join me this Sunday.

We still have seats available for in-person attendees, or you can join us via zoom. I hope to see you all there!

You can purchase in-person and virtual tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/4th-dimension-publishing-103274116561?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR4f9W_mmT6NlCC2C-GxOU-2lK-fXdeoqwiF01uvUJ0JPusMmorOG4naNvxCaQ_aem_8I92a4JzsVaGgmhxYU1jRg

4th Dimension Publishing was formed in 2021 with the purpose of delivering compelling recovery content and promoting Emotional Sobriety to a broad audience. 4th Dimension Publishing successfully launched Allen's 6th book in 2021,12 Essential Insights to Emotional Sobriety. This book has become a tou...

04/11/2025

Emotional Sobriety is at the heart of what we do at Divided Sky. We’re big fans of this podcast from our friend Dr. Allen Berger and Thom Rutledge, which dives deep into the power of Emotional Sobriety—a game-changer for anyone on the path of recovery.

Their latest episode just dropped and includes a great shout-out to Divided Sky at the end. Give it a listen! 🎧castbox.fm/episode/id5299828-id795148847

My next emotional sobriety workshop will be held in less than a month, centering around unpacking our emotional disturba...
04/08/2025

My next emotional sobriety workshop will be held in less than a month, centering around unpacking our emotional disturbances. Join me at the Bluecrest Recovery Center on May 18th, where I will help you understand your emotional dependencies and explore what you need to do to support yourself, your growth, and your recovery.

Bill Wilson emphasized that whenever we are emotionally disturbed, there is something “off” with us. Being able to identify this is an important tool in emotional sobriety. This workshop will be devoted to understanding our emotional dependencies, identifying the underlying demands spawned by them, and helping us see what we need to do to support ourselves rather than relying on so much from others.

This workshop will be hybrid, with the option to attend in person in Woodland Park, NJ, or on Zoom.

Space is limited, so make sure you sign up while spots are still available!
Get both in-person and virtual tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/4th-dimension-publishing-103274116561

4th Dimension Publishing was formed in 2021 with the purpose of delivering compelling recovery content and promoting Emotional Sobriety to a broad audience. 4th Dimension Publishing successfully launched Allen's 6th book in 2021,12 Essential Insights to Emotional Sobriety. This book has become a tou...

Creating a life where we can grow into our best selves is a journey that we must be ready to take on by ourselves. Being...
04/02/2025

Creating a life where we can grow into our best selves is a journey that we must be ready to take on by ourselves. Being self-sufficient is a key component of a successful emotional sobriety journey.

If this quote speaks to you, consider diving further into emotional sobriety through its source - my latest book, 12 Essential Insights for Emotional Sobriety.

Learn more about emotional sobriety today: https://abphd.com/emotional-sobriety-2/
https://www.amazon.com/12-Essential-Insights-Emotional-Sobriety/dp/1955415129

If you have not gotten your ticket for this incredible retreat at The Wilson House of East Dorset this weekend, there is...
04/01/2025

If you have not gotten your ticket for this incredible retreat at The Wilson House of East Dorset this weekend, there is still time to do so! This workshop is the first of its kind to take an in-depth look at Bill’s way of thinking about emotional sobriety and will leave you with a new perspective on your sobriety and future.

The Wilson House is also offering a Saturday-only option, providing you access to the full-day seminar, taking place from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm.

The Wilson House is a historic hotel in beautiful southern Vermont and the birthplace of Bill Wilson, providing a picturesque backdrop for this insightful retreat.

Sign up here: https://wilsonhouse.org/emotional-sobriety-spring-retreat

I'm pleased to share that I will be holding another Emotional Sobriety retreat next month at The Wilson House of East Do...
03/12/2025

I'm pleased to share that I will be holding another Emotional Sobriety retreat next month at The Wilson House of East Dorset, a historic hotel in beautiful southern Vermont and the birthplace of Bill Wilson.

We will be exploring the insights about emotional sobriety that Bill Wilson himself identified when he wrote Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions in the 1950s. This workshop is the first of its kind to take an in-depth look at Bill’s way of thinking about emotional sobriety, and will leave you with a new perspective on your sobriety and future.

Sign up here: https://wilsonhouse.org/emotional-sobriety-spring-retreat

03/10/2025

Failure and setbacks are never the end of your recovery journey - they are simply stepping stones on your path to becoming what you are meant to be.

Learn more about emotional sobriety today: https://abphd.com/emotional-sobriety-2/

I am excited to invite you to a wonderful opportunity to find true independence of spirit through emotional sobriety.Joi...
02/16/2025

I am excited to invite you to a wonderful opportunity to find true independence of spirit through emotional sobriety.

Join me on Saturday, March 1st, for Emotional Sobriety: On Becoming What We Can Be. It is set to be a truly insightful experience, where we will explore the opportunities that emotional sobriety brings to our lives, enabling us to uncover the potential that comes with cultivating a more mature and nuanced consciousness.

Space is limited, so make sure you sign up while spots are still available!
Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1244105094829?aff=oddtdtcreator

This workshop will help you find the potential and possibilities inherent in developing a more mature and differentiated consciousness.

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Allen Berger, PhD | Author, Psychotherapist and Addiction Specialist

Allen Berger, PhD, is a leading clinician, popular speaker at behavioral health conferences, and author of 12 Stupid Things That Mess Up Recovery, 12 Smart Things to Do When the Booze and Drugs Are Gone, and 12 Hidden Rewards of Making Amends.

Recovery from addiction is often compared to a journey where you meet new people; rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit; and learn new things about yourself that give you hope for the future. But like all journeys, the recovery path also has pitfalls that can jeopardize your sobriety.

With his popular book 12 Stupid Things That Mess Up Recovery, Allen Berger has shown many people how to confront self-defeating thoughts and behaviors that can sabotage their sobriety. In this sequel, Allen gives you the tools you need to work through twelve pitfalls that you are likely to encounter on your path to long-term recovery. Whether you are facing relapse, learning to overcome complacency, or working to take responsibility for your feelings and actions, this book will equip you to overcome some of the most common relapse hazards as you make your trek along "the road of happy destiny."