SB Consulting LLC

06/01/2026

Education regarding substance use to prevent accidents, addiction and death. The products’ marketing reminds me similar to that of Joe Camel for ci******es. Link listed for reference via the Federal Trade Commission.

https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/1997/05/joe-camel-advertising-campaign-violates-federal-law-ftc-says

Increased accountability with marketing, packaging and targeting for things with inherent risk. The cost associated with substance use treatment has been heavily debated since I have been in the field. The cost of medical treatment being tied to substance use I hope is continued to be on the forefront of research. We need to stop chasing “the tail” and face the problem head-on.

Shared information - source noted in the pictures

05/10/2026

“It is amazing how much good one person can do simply by practicing wise traits.”

(C) Good and Beautiful

Applying knowledge is wisdom. It is hard sometimes to do what we know is “right” for ourselves or others, especially if it goes against the grain.

However, staying true and authentic to ourselves results in a stronger foundation for our future.

Remember, if you have children, the little eyes are watching what you do more than they hear what you say.

Model, do not just preach.

Actions speak louder than words.

04/11/2026

Sometimes you may feel stuck, even literally!

Stop. Take a breath. Assess the situation.

Consider all options, even if they are not ones you desire. It may be the starting point for a new path to your adventure…

03/10/2026

https://youtu.be/bIu755oxCpI?si=KLeeTx8wEqpvPBCc

Starting February 16, 2026,recent changes to the federal confidentiality protections for substance use disorder treatment records under 42 CFR Part 2 fully g...

12/14/2025

Sharing a message I saw on a vehicle:

“Don’t let the tough days take over the good ones.”

Maybe take it a little further by reclaiming those days ->

Don’t let the tough moments make it a bad day!

Tapping into, or increasing our emotional intelligence, can help expand ourselves from unintentuonally reinforcing a challenging emotion that can easily take over us.

Paired with movement to help metabolize physical stress responses, we can provide ourselves a better opportunity to transition to be mindfully engaged in our next experiences.

11/15/2025

“We must be careful not only what we communicate, but also how we do so. Souls can be strengthened or shattered by the message and the manner in which we communicate.”
-L. Lionel Kendrick

10/22/2025

Sharing information DHS that may be affecting families in our community.

10/03/2025

This reminds me of a time early in career where many locked/residential units for mental health and substance use were closed. Many state operated facilities shut down, some no longer physically standing. This includes Brainerd Regional Human Services Center (BRHSC) where I completed my 880 hour undergraduate internship.

In general, change can be healthy and needed.

Some services that are being discontinued have later been a regret in the field (in my professional opinion).

The reduction in personal accountability to create change with acknowledgement of symptomology as part of treatment of the person’s challenges has become part of the problem. The reduction in accountability (or consequence) has contributed to recidivism.

Problematic and harmful behaviors to self, others and/or the community should not be “washed” as it reinforces continued engagement in the problematic behavior.

Recidivism contributes to the annual debate in government over budgets, significant spending of money that is questioned of where it will come from and division of sides.

People matter. Our system and approach has continud to show it is not the most effective it could be.

That said, our community and field is reportedly going to experience another loss.

The CMMHC Detox program has been heavily utilized in central Minnesota. The change in dynamics that have contributed to reported decrease in use I am curious about.

Please become informed of your nearest services for support if and when you or someone you love is in need.



https://wjon.com/withdrawal-management-program-update/?fbclid=IwZnRzaANMyBlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHrk16yVVN9l5U1-EXC4hSWhR9tRSq9atuxCK6Tp3hmuUh8KHoJxcDKgN5jqH_aem_LchwEE9rvVQz9P9H1jjB7Af

The Central Minnesota Mental Health Center is closing its underused withdrawal management program in St. Cloud, affecting 25 jobs, but plans to enhance crisis services with a new facility nearby.

09/19/2025

Looking for a community event to get yourself moving while supporting a good cause?

Check this one out!

Thumbs Up Run/Walk/Bike Event - 12th Annual Orono Park, Gary Street, Elk River, MN - WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH,… - September 20, 2025

09/13/2025

Often times many things become a source of conflict within a relationship.

Prioritize your partner.
See your partner.
Hold your partner.
Listen to your partner.
Be patient.
Be intentional regarding daily interactions.
Be present, even if it is not an event of your interest

Pressure, coercion, addictions, drugs (including alcohol and ma*****na), gambling, lack of personal health, focusing on s*x instead of intimacy, lacking interests or awareness of self, and poor money management can be culprits to the breaking of a relationship’s foundation.