Young Adults’ Cannabis Recovery Support Meeting
2025-03-12 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-04-09 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-05-14 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-06-11 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Chicago)
This support meeting is for individuals, ages 18 – 35, who have struggled with a cannabis use disorder (CUD), cannabis-induced psychosis (CIP), or cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS). This is a closed meeting for people who have struggled with these conditions. Attendees must be sober. We welcome newly sober newcomers seeking practical steps to stay sober and pursue a healthier life. We will not glorify the past; we will only look to learn from it. Our primary goal is to maintain sobriety, heal from the negative, long-lasting effects of using cannabis products, and help others achieve sobriety. These meetings will focus on abstinence. We do not support and will not discuss any form of marijuana maintenance plan.

The primary formula that we follow in our discussions is P.S.A. = Problem. Solution. Action.

This meeting will be held online on the 2nd Wednesday of the month starting August 14, 2024, from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm Central Time. For more information, contact Doug Dolan at dougdolan@recoveryinthepines.com

Doug Dolan will be the moderator for these sessions. He is in recovery, sobriety date is April 19, 1997. Doug works extensively in substance abuse, mental health, and personal life transformation. He sits on multiple committees focused on these issues, as well as those focused on reducing overdose fatalities, suicide prevention, helping families in crisis, and various aspects of brain health.
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Every Brain Matters Monthly Speakers Meeting featuring Dr. Frank Michalski
2025-03-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Online Zoom Meeting
In this new era of industrialized THC, families need support and hope. Please join us on the second Wednesday of every month for messages of healing from the impacts of marijuana and the expanding drug crisis. There will be a Q&A at the end of each meeting. This meeting may be recorded at the presenter’s discretion.
To learn more, join us online on March 12, 2025
5 pm PT / 6 pm MT / 7 pm CT / 8 pm ET

This month we feature Dr. Frank Michalski, DO, CARC, CRMP

Dr. Frank Michalski is the owner of AddictionMindset Recovery Coaching LLC. Dr. Frank is a chiropractic physician, certified addiction recovery coach, and functional medicine practitioner. More importantly, throughout early adulthood he struggled with several substance use disorders to cannabis, nicotine, stimulants, and media content.
After suffering the consequences of an acute state of cannabis induced psychosis and cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome while struggling with a cannabis substance use disorder he began his sobriety journey.
Dr. Frank is a serial entrepreneur, husband, and proud father.
Dr. Frank’s mission is to make sobriety accessible to everyone no matter their demographic, financial situation, or current circumstances.
Today he engages over 700 thousand people across Youtube, Tiktok, Facebook, and Instagram helping them find their own path of recovery.
He continues to share his story of recovery online through social media, in highschools throughout the United States, and with public speaking engagements.
“Sobriety is not about what you are giving up but rather everything you stand to gain back.” -Dr. Frank Michalski (DC CARC CFMP)

Link To Register

The Parent Action Network - Crissy Groenewegen
2025-04-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Zoom Meeting
In this new era of industrialized THC, families need support and hope. Please join us on the 2nd Wednesday of every month for messages of healing from the impacts of marijuana and the expanding drug crisis. There will be a Q&A at the end of each meeting. This meeting may be recorded at the presenter’s discretion.
This month we feature the Parent Action Network.
The Parent Action Network (PAN) is a grassroots initiative of Smart Approaches to Marijuana that seeks to raise the voices of families who have been negatively impacted by the legalization and commercialization of marijuana, especially today’s high-potency products. Through their trainings PAN equips families with the tools and resources they need to tell their stories and enact change. PAN educates parents and families on current issues, arming them with science-based facts, and empowering them so they have the confidence and tools to encourage decision-makers to make informed drug policy decisions that protect our public health and safety. In this presentation, you will learn the ways in which you can get involved with PAN and advocate on Capitol Hill and in your own states and communities.
Crissy Groenewegen serves as the Director of the Parent Action Network. She is the former Director of the only non-profit agency in Dutchess County, NY, dedicated to preventing youth initiation into substance use and misuse. She is a skilled prevention specialist, experienced at building the capacity of small grass roots community groups and movements. She is passionate about making a difference in our communities and working to make our neighborhoods safe for youth and families. The decision to take on this role comes from a place of great respect for the advocacy work that SAM does. She shares SAM’s mission and vision of creating a network of parents and families who will be able to tell their stories, and in turn educate lawmakers, and advocate for safe policies surrounding the issue of legalized marijuana and the dangers of today’s high potency THC products. Crissy is the mother of three adult children and the proud grandma to her only grandchild, Ethan! She lives in Dutchess County, NY with her husband and their pets.
Register for this meeting at this link. Once registered, you will be sent a Zoom link to join the meeting that you can save to your calendar. You will not be required to register again if you have already registered for a previous Speakers Meeting. If you have any questions, please email us at info@everybrainmatters.org.
This meeting is free, but donations are welcome to increase our effort to support and advocate for families impacted by industrialized marijuana.
Link To Register
Meeting ID: 872 9417 0134
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Dr. Josef Taper off Psychiatric Medications
2025-05-14 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Zoom Meeting
This meeting with Dr. Josef has been canceled and rescheduled for August 13, 2025. We apologize for any inconvenience.
In this new era of industrialized THC, families need support and hope. Please join us on the 2nd Wednesday of every month for messages of healing from the impacts of marijuana and the expanding drug crisis. There will be a Q&A at the end of each meeting. This meeting may be recorded at the presenter’s discretion.
This month we learn from Dr. Josef.
Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring is a psychiatrist renowned for his expertise in the field of drug tapering and withdrawal management. He is concerned with the rise of cannabis use and its association with psychosis and schizophrenia. With years of experience in clinical psychiatry, he has developed a particular interest and specialization in assisting patients with the safe and effective tapering of psychiatric medications. His approach is patient-centered, focusing on individualized plans that prioritize the patient’s well-being and functioning.
Register for this meeting at this link. Once registered, you will be sent a Zoom link to join the meeting that you can save to your calendar. You will not be required to register again if you have already registered for a previous Speakers Meeting. If you have any questions, please email us at info@everybrainmatters.org.
This meeting is free, but donations are welcome to increase our effort to support and advocate for families impacted by industrialized marijuana.
Link To Register
Meeting ID: 872 9417 0134
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Every Brain Matters Monthly Speakers Meeting- Rich C.
2025-06-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Online Zoom Meeting
In this new era of industrialized THC, families need support and hope. Please join us on the 2nd Wednesday of every month for messages of healing from the impacts of marijuana and the expanding drug crisis. There will be a Q&A at the end of each meeting. This meeting may be recorded at the presenter’s discretion.
This month we feature Rich C., President of Marijuana Anonymous
My name is Rich C, President Trustee of Marijuana Anonymous. I’m from Philadelphia, where I work as an Office Manager at an outpatient behavioral health program. I got sober from all substances on July 23, 2002, after first attending AA in the late ’80s or early ’90s. I found my home in MA shortly after. I joined the MA World Services Board as Newcomer Support Trustee in 2022 and was re-elected as President Trustee in May 2024.
I’ll be sharing my story about getting sober, finding MA, and what recovery has looked like over the years.
Register for this meeting at this link. Once registered, you will be sent a Zoom link to join the meeting that you can save to your calendar. You will not be required to register again if you have already registered for a previous Speakers Meeting. If you have any questions, please email us at info@everybrainmatters.org.
This meeting is free, but donations are welcome to increase our effort to support and advocate for families impacted by industrialized marijuana.
Link To Register
Meeting ID: 872 9417 0134
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Climbers Family Support Meetings - Saturdays
2025-06-14 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-07-12 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-07-19 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-07-26 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-08-02 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-08-09 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-08-16 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-08-23 10:30 - 12:00 and 3 more dates | Climbers with Joe Parker
Joe Parker leads this online family support group where participants learn family recovery tools that empower them to take the next step to help them navigate through a loved one’s marijuana addiction, psychosis, hyperemesis, and other destructive behaviors. Whether families decide to take small steps or hike the mountain, each step counts and can positively impact their families’ relationships and health. These are open cross-talking meetings where people can ask questions and share ideas. We will focus on a different recovery topic each week.
This is a free meeting for everyone. A donation is NOT required to attend, but if you can help us compensate Joe for his professional expertise and time, please consider a donation of $20.00 per person or $35.00 per family. Donations can be made on our website or at everybrainmatters.org/donate/.
Join us every Saturday from 10:30 am to noon central time zone.
REGISTER AT THIS LINK. Please note this is a different registration than the Wednesday Climbers meeting.

Climbers Family Support Group
2025-07-02 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-07-09 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-07-16 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-07-23 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-07-30 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-08-06 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-08-20 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-08-27 19:00 - 20:30 and 1 more date
A professional counselor leads this weekly online support group for families affected by a loved one’s marijuana use. Participants learn recovery tools that empower them to take the next step while navigating through marijuana addiction, psychosis, hyperemesis, self-harm, or other destructive behaviors. Whether families decide to take small steps or hike the mountain, each step counts and can positively impact their families’ relationships and health.
In the world of recovery, families learn the 3 C’s about the disease of addiction.
We didn’t cause it.
We can’t control it.
And we can’t cure it.
In the Every Brain Matters Climbers meeting, we talk about a 4th C. How do we contribute to it positively or negatively? It’s difficult for families to know what that means, so by discussing these situations, we gain clarity on the best response for our families.
We encourage each family member to work on their own recovery program. We allow cross-talking to share ideas, experiences, strength, and hope. Every family makes their own decisions and heals at their own pace. We respect the feelings and privacy of those attending our meetings.
We ask for a donation to compensate for the professional expertise and time we provide, but this is not a requirement to attend. The suggested donation is $20.00 per person or $35.00 per family. Join us every Wednesday at 7 pm central time zone.

LINK TO REGISTER
Meeting ID: 827 4437 2483
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Every Brain Matters Speakers Meeting - Dr. Josef
2025-08-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Zoom Meeting
In this new era of industrialized THC, families need support and hope. Please join us on the 2nd Wednesday of every month for messages of healing from the impacts of marijuana and the expanding drug crisis. There will be a Q&A at the end of each meeting. This meeting may be recorded at the presenter’s discretion.
This month we learn from Dr. Josef.
Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring is a psychiatrist renowned for his expertise in the field of drug tapering and withdrawal management. He is concerned with the rise of cannabis use and its association with psychosis and schizophrenia. With years of experience in clinical psychiatry, he has developed a particular interest and specialization in assisting patients with the safe and effective tapering of psychiatric medications. His approach is patient-centered, focusing on individualized plans that prioritize the patient’s well-being and functioning.
Register for this meeting at this link. Once registered, you will be sent a Zoom link to join the meeting that you can save to your calendar. You will not be required to register again if you have already registered for a previous Speakers Meeting. If you have any questions, please email us at info@everybrainmatters.org.
This meeting is free, but donations are welcome to increase our effort to support and advocate for families impacted by industrialized marijuana.
Link To Register
Meeting ID: 872 9417 0134
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Every Brain Matters Monthly Speakers Meeting
2025-09-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Zoom Meeting
In this new era of industrialized THC, families need support and hope. Please join us on the 2nd Wednesday of every month for messages of healing from the impacts of marijuana and the expanding drug crisis. There will be a Q&A at the end of each meeting. This meeting will be recorded and published later, with the speaker’s identity protected. Participants may only attend if they respect the speaker’s anonymity.
Alex will speak about his recovery form cannbis use disorder and cannabis-induced psychosis.
Hi, I’m Alex, and I went through psychosis as a daily marijuana user. I am here to share my story, hoping to educate those who still use and show support to those who have been through similar struggles. I have been going to Narcotics Anonymous meetings as well as Mar-Anon meetings to work through my recovery
Register for this meeting at this link. Once registered, you will be sent a Zoom link to join the meeting that you can save to your calendar. You will not be required to register again if you have already registered for a previous Speakers Meeting. If you have any questions, please email us at info@everybrainmatters.org.
This meeting is free, but donations are welcome to increase our effort to support and advocate for families impacted by industrialized marijuana.
Link To Register
Meeting ID: 872 9417 0134
Passcode: [REDACTED]
