Counselor Chris Howard

Counselor Chris Howard LA-based addiction & mental health expert helping individuals transform their lives.

Recovery coaching, case management & real-world solutions. Chris Howard, CADC-III, CCMI-M
Founder of Ethos Recovery | Certified Counselor | Mentor | Advocate for Real Change

With over 15 years of experience helping individuals overcome addiction and rebuild their lives, Chris Howard brings a rare blend of clinical expertise, personal lived experience, and no-nonsense compassion to his work. As a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC-III) and Master Certified Case Manager Interventionist (CCMI-M), Chris has guided hundreds of individuals through some of the most challenging moments of their lives—and into sustainable, values-driven recovery. Chris is the founder of Ethos Recovery, a structured sober living community rooted in integrity, accountability, and personal transformation. His approach is direct, yet deeply human—focused not on coddling emotions but on building character, emotional regulation, and self-leadership. Chris believes recovery isn’t just about sobriety—it’s about developing the skills to live well, make hard choices, and show up for yourself and others, no matter what.

I’m stepping up my Instagram game with more behind-the-scenes content, daily insights, recovery philosophy, and real tal...
04/10/2025

I’m stepping up my Instagram game with more behind-the-scenes content, daily insights, recovery philosophy, and real talk from the front lines of behavioral health, leadership, and personal growth.

If you’ve found value in my work or our conversations here, I’d love to connect with you on a more visual and personal level.

📲 Follow me on Instagram: real_chrishoward
Let’s keep the momentum going and build something real together.

Appreciate the support! 💪

Kinda of a podcast, kinda not. Let’s see how the experiment goes. Give a follow over on YouTube if you want to see more!
02/08/2025

Kinda of a podcast, kinda not. Let’s see how the experiment goes. Give a follow over on YouTube if you want to see more!

On this episode, I sit down with my amazing girlfriend, Alexis Neiers, who also works in mental health. We may have different beliefs and approaches when it ...

Today is a new opportunity to grow.
10/23/2024

Today is a new opportunity to grow.

Know your purpose.
10/21/2024

Know your purpose.

Leave it all on the field.
10/18/2024

Leave it all on the field.

Winning the fight doesn’t mean you’re winning the war.
10/16/2024

Winning the fight doesn’t mean you’re winning the war.

Alcoholics and recovering addicts are often the most successful people once they find a purpose.
10/07/2024

Alcoholics and recovering addicts are often the most successful people once they find a purpose.

Your passion will give you the most joy out of anything external.
10/01/2024

Your passion will give you the most joy out of anything external.

This is exactly why I support a longer model of recovery and not the acute care model. Early recovery for some can be ex...
09/26/2024

This is exactly why I support a longer model of recovery and not the acute care model. Early recovery for some can be extremely difficult, but for some it can be extremely easy and euphoric. But what comes up must come down and if you aren’t equipped to deal with the crash internally, then you are not ready for lasting recovery within the world.

I’ve got the music in me.
09/24/2024

I’ve got the music in me.

I’ll take number 2 every day of the week.
09/21/2024

I’ll take number 2 every day of the week.

Just do it.
09/05/2024

Just do it.

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