“Marcus” grew up in a family troubled by substance abuse and started using drugs and alcohol at an early age. In his teens, he began hearing voices in his head that demeaned him and destroyed his confidence. He dropped out of high school, started having problems with the law, and was often homeless. By his late twenties, Marcus recognized that his run-ins with law enforcement coincided with his use of drugs and alcohol. He wanted to become clean and sober, but every time he tried to stop using, he would relapse. Seeking support, he turned to the Bonita House Residential Treatment Program. There, with structure and clear goals, Marcus thrived. He abstained from alcohol and drugs, began taking his medication consistently, and learned coping skills such as daily meditation. He slowly added "normal" activities, such as playing basketball, back into his life. Marcus began volunteering at a soup kitchen, joined AA, and apprenticed at a body shop. Although he still heard voices, they were no long demeaning. He'd be out on the basketball court and hear them say, "Keep going. You got this."