The Oklahoma Drug and Alcohol Professional Counselor Association (ODAPCA) was founded by Lydia Norie in 1978. Lydia's dedication and passion for helping others significantly influenced the drug and alcohol counseling field as we know it today. Her tireless work focused on obtaining legislative funding for drug and alcohol programs across Oklahoma and establishing guidelines to […]

The journey to recovery is far from linear and everyone: from the people looking to begin their journey to those looking to support someone in recovery, struggles with the question of where to start, and what it means to be in recovery. This lack of understanding impacts individuals seeking recovery as it affects the public […]