Special People Inspiring Recovery In Time
Helping families find the strength to facilitate change.
Spirit & Associates is dedicated to educating and assisting families, friends and professionals to help those in need — even when they may not wish to be helped.
Speak with us40+
Years combined experience
85%
Accept treatment at first meeting
1 yr+
Recovery support commitment
50
States served virtually
Who we are
S.P.I.R.I.T — Special People Inspiring Recovery In Time.
The truly special people are the family members and friends who care enough to take action — to be part of the solution rather than part of the problem. Penny Pennachi and Gene Middleton are certified interventionists and addiction counselors with a combined experience exceeding forty years.
About our approach
How we help
From the first conversation to long-term recovery support, our services meet families where they are. Click any service to learn more.
Intervention
Male/Female co-facilitated by certified intervention professionals (CIP)
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Monitoring
Continuum of accountability during the most difficult first year of recovery.
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Family Service
Loved ones reclaim their own healing while supporting recovery as a team.
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Coaching
Action-oriented, future-focused partnership for personal change.
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5329 Evaluations
Risk-of-harm evaluations for the Court in custody matters.
Learn more"Those who choose to be part of the solution rather than part of the problem — these are the truly Special People.
— Spirit & Associates
Our team
Penny, Gene, and Chad.
Penny Pennachi and Gene Middleton are certified interventionists and addiction counselors whose Team Approach has been featured in the addiction-professionals press. Chad Shaeffer is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor with 20+ years of experience and specializes in 5329 evaluations.
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When you're ready
Let's start with a conversation.
Whether you have questions about intervention, coaching, virtual sessions, or 5329 evaluations — we are here to listen.