For generations, we have looked at addiction from a black and white perspective. Either someone is okay, or they are at rock bottom; there is no in-between.

In reality, there is a large percentage of Americans who fall into that in-between area and are overusing and highly functional who need resources.

Tara Schiller is the CEO and visionary behind SoberBuddy, a virtual drug and alcohol recovery coach transforming the sobriety industry. She developed SoberBuddy with the vision of creating an approachable, shame-free, easily accessible path to recovery.

Tara's goal is to design a culture that works to erase the shame and embarrassment around addiction via a digital safe space.

Tara has always been an “anti-shame” crusader who's passionate about helping others live in their truth and assisting them find the tools needed to create a better life.

No stranger to deep shame, Tara uses her past experiences to fuel her mission and break down barriers to getting the care we need in highly stigmatized struggles.

Recent reports have shown a steady increase in consumption of alcohol as the pandemic has dragged on specifically affecting mothers of children under the age of 5.

More and more people are curious about exploring a sober lifestyle change without disrupting and uprooting their life. Virtual sobriety resources allow someone to make an informed choice about their lifestyle and choose how and when they want to address it.

Tara provides insight and education around what the various spectrums of addiction look like and why people who fall in that in-between area need resources that cater to their needs.

Tara also provides actionable tips for how to explore your sobriety and how you can support those around you and the importance of having a plan.