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April 27, 2010
Hi Jeff,
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Just a quick note to thank you for the considerable help you gave me in dealing with my current relationship problems. You gave me the clarity and courage to make the needed call. I look forward to filling you in on the details. He was not at all surprised or defensive. He was disappointed, but open, honest and appreciative of the strength of character it took for me to make such a phone call.
I am pleased with how I handled myself and the conversation was very positive. Friendship may be an option.
Like I said, you deserve a bonus!
I am so grateful to have you to work with and highly value your skillfulness.
Again, thank you!
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Gratefully,
A Better Mindy
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March 11, 2009
(Life After Bereavement)
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Dear Jeff,
It has been almost four years, since my father passed away after his long illness. My stepmother; considerably younger, was his caregiver and they did have a loving, passionate relationship. As you know, she missed him in a profound way when he was gone.
Although she moved on with her life on certain levels – getting a job and maintaining social relationships with a few trusted friends – she was prolonging her bereavement and couldn’t imagine having another loving relationship after my father. She expressed her loneliness after a year or so and shared with my brother and me some abortive attempts to date. We both care deeply for her and know her as an exceptionally loving person who deserves to love again.
With your help, she has been able to recognize that her husband – our father – is gone, but she is still here and that she owes it to herself to celebrate her own life, embracing the possibilities that the future might hold. You helped her give up the negative self-talk, that nothing like her love for our father would ever happen again.
She has now embraced the possibility that life may hold different -- and perhaps even better -- experiences if only she opens herself to them. Jeff, your wise counsel and understanding of human psychology – particularly your in-depth knowledge of the nature of human love -- has our dear stepmother moving ahead with renewed optimism and love of life.
My brother and I want to express our gratitude for all the help you have provided.
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Thank you,
EB and DB
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3/14/09
(Moving Forward With Courage)
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Dear Jeff,
I feel better than I ever have!
Whatever happens.... I know I have the strength and the confidence to go forward.
There are things I cannot control, but nobody - ever again - will control my ship. I understand I may run into storms from time to time and when I do, I will simply have to stay my course.
I also realize that our children will benefit from my understanding the pain I have been through. My eyes are wide open now and I will not repeat the past.
I am excited about the future and eager to see what I can accomplish. Thank you for working with me. I admire your honesty and willingness to help me through this.
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D.P.
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12-25-08
Dear Jeff & Ellie,
Happy Holidays
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Jeff-
It's been quite some time. You are still thought of often - your words of wisdom still echo almost daily in our lives. We could never thank you for the invaluable guidance you have given us!
Life is wonderful for us & we celebrate our lives and marriage as often as possible - because we know... "In 15 minutes - we'll be 50."
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With much Love and Thanks-
Kim and John
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12/20/07
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Dear Jeff & Ellie,
During the holidays may you be surrounded by everyone and everything you love.
Love Always,
Kim & John
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(Jeff, Hope you are healthy and well. Things are busy and hectic - planning a family and having fun. You are greatly missed and thought of often. Thought you'd like to know, the lieutenant's list came out last month and my list # is 367 out of 1280 names - probably an 18 month wait. I owe you so much and thank you with all my heart.)
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John
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12/14/07
HAPPY HANUKAH
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A HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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Dear Jeff,
We wish you, Ellie and your family, all the best now and throughout the new year. We very much appreciate your patience, insight and demeanor while teaching us to see past the surface. We can only imagine the challenges of trying to work with and through so many different personalities.
You are providing us and others with invaluable knowledge about helping ourselves make our lives better!
Thanks A Million!!
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Linda & Tony
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October 10, 2002
Nyack Public Schools
Burton Katz, LCSW
To Whom It May Concern:
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I write on behalf of Jeffrey D. Levine, LCSW whom I have known professionally for five years. I am The School Social Worker for the three elementary schools in The Nyack School District. Five years ago, Mr. Levine called to discuss a student. I was impressed with his professionalism and insight. He remained in contact, keeping me informed about that student’s progress. I learned to respect and trust his professional judgments and have continued to refer students and their families to him with confidence.
Mr. Levine is a knowledgeable clinician who understands children, adolescents and family system dynamics from diverse cultural backgrounds. He understands the social, emotional and academic difficulties children experience. Teachers and other professional school personnel have voiced appreciation for his availability, style of communication, successful work and understanding of public schools.
I have referred many students and their families to Mr. Levine for counseling / therapy and continue to refer to him with confidence.
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Sincerely,
Burton Katz, LCSW
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February 9, 2006
Dear Jeff –
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I can’t begin to thank you for all you have done for Kim & I over these past few years. If there is anyone responsible for us meeting, falling in love, getting and remaining on the path we share – it is you. You were there for it all and remain a tremendous part of our lives.
You are one of the most loving and compassionate people I have ever come to know. I thank you for changing my life – showing me how to love myself and what it takes to love and respect others – most of all my loving and beautiful wife, Kim. Thank you, also, for your wonderful wedding gift - the Sunset Cruise along the Napali Coast in Hawaii during our Honeymoon!
All our love and much thanks,
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Kim & John
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November 10, 2005
Dear Mr. Levine,
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You’ve always told me “negativity kills the crap out of life!” I never really understood until I was there again, lost in that negative place (scared and angry) and could see that it was slowly killing me. It was then, that your voice popped into my head and I realized what you meant.
I finally understood what you have been trying to teach me the whole time. At that point I knew I was learning.
I want to thank you for helping me in those times when I thought no one could understand me. You taught me so much. The most important thing was, how to love myself! I now feel confident in the choices I make. I am taking a big step in my life now and I am excited about it.
I want to take this opportunity to thank you for all the work you have done with me and for the things you have taught me. I will never forget you - you have impacted my life more than you will ever know. You have also helped my parents and I am forever grateful for that also. Their relationship has gotten better and it’s thanks to you. You have taught me what it means to work on yourself and how important doing that is.
Thanks again Mr. Levine - you are the best!
Love always,
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Taina
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November 21, 2007
Dear Jeff,
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When we first met I was without hope, energy, and sadly, the will to live. I was at the bottom of my existence and never would have imagined that the life I wanted could be realized.
And then I began to meet with you every week. You listened, you understood and you cared in a way that no one else ever did. With your counsel, I developed the capacity to be the person I wanted to be. Importantly, I had the courage to capture my potential.
After three years of working with you, I experienced the best day of my life - my wedding day. I now enjoy every day and understand the true meaning of "celebrating my life."
Without you, my transformation would not have been possible.
Thank you for saving my life!
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Jeff T.
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January 10, 1990
(Life after addiction)
Dear Mr. Levine
Program Coordinator, Greenwich, Ct.
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Throughout the time of my insane use of drugs and alcohol, I always knew there was a different person up under all that madness, but at that time I didn't know how to ask for help. I guess my huge pride and ego were in the way. Now that I've been in the Recovery Program, I'm taking steps to clean up that mess of a life, and know the things that I'm learning are gifts.
In order for me to keep these gifts I must take care of them and continue to grow spiritually.
The feeling I have right now is a deep sense of relief and gratitude. Thanks for all the help that you have given me!
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Sincerely,
Keith T.
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November 29, 1994
Dear Mr. Levine
Program Coordinator, Greenwich, CT
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Today is Thanksgiving and I want to tell you how thankful I am for all your help in giving me a chance to get a fresh start on a new life. I am thirty-five and was on my way to the grave.
Drugs and alcohol ruled my life for years. My marriage was ended because it seemed that I loved drugs more than my family. I couldn't even make it to my son's soccer games.
I'm getting myself together and working very hard everyday to change.
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Thank you,
Tony R.
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December 6, 1989
Connecticut Legal Services
20 Summer St., Stamford, CT
Mr. Jeffrey D. Levine
Program Coordinator
Town Of Greenwich, CT
Re: C------ v. B-------
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Dear Jeff,
I want to thank you and express my appreciation for all your help in the B------- trial. Your meetings with me and your readiness to testify on so many different occasions gave Mr. B. and me great support and went above and beyond the call of duty. I'm just sorry you were not able to be present when the judge issued a ruling in favor of Mr. B.
Thank you again for your help and participation.
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Sincerely,
Maurice K. Seagall,
Attorney-At-Law
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10/ 29/08
With gratitude for your help and guidance.
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Thank you for all you do and have done for us Jeff. Not sure what my life would look like if I had not met you.
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Adam
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September 8, 2007
Wishing You A Happy Birthday!
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Hope all is well in your life. You are thought of often and greatly missed. We can never thank you enough for all you've done for us. Words alone could never express what we have.
Wishing you all the best on this special day and always.
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With Love,
John and Kim
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June 22, 1988
Greenwich Council, No. 67
Boy Scouts of America
63 Mason St.
Greenwich, CT 06830
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Dear Mr. Levine,
The Greenwich Council, Boy Scouts of America and the faculty of The Western Junior High School join with me in thanking you...
Thank you for your service to the young people and the community of Greenwich.
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Sincerely,
John Fahey
Council Executive
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January 27, 2004
From: < ----------@aol.com >
To: < jl@LevineCounseling.com >
Sent: Tuesday, January 27, 2004 5:32PM
Subject: (no subject)
Dear Jeff-
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I'd like to take this opportunity to tell you what a positive difference you have made
in my life. For 33 years I had lived my life from a very guarded place, scared and
never trusting anyone...what a lonely place. I guess one could say I chose the perfect
career for myself...becoming a NYC Police Sergeant. I know now, among many other
things, that doing so was not coincidental. I had gone from one unsuccessful
relationship to another. Blaming my pain and misfortunes on those around me was
easy, but it didn't change me, the way I thought, or the unhealthy choices I made. I
was still very alone.
Two and half years ago all that began to change for me when I had the unique
opportunity to cross paths with you. Although other therapists styles and techniques
were unsuccessful with me in the past, I remained reluctantly open to you. I
remember you sitting down with me talking about this "path"...and about all this work
and looking at myself I had to do. That it wouldn't come easily and that I would get
out of it what I put into it. You told me that the benefits would be absolutely
incredible. I did not believe what you were telling me at times, but you saw me
through, every step of the way...through some of the most painful and frightening
times of my life... reassuring me that I was indeed on the right path. This was my
first experience trusting anyone!
Over time I was able to understand and things began to become more clear and make
sense to me. I began to feel things and think in ways I never imagined possible.
Thanks to you I have had the opportunity to meet a wonderful woman...who herself is now
on that "path" you often speak of. Through your guidance, I have been able to
experience, for the very first time, a relationship that has love, trust, mutual
respect, and true intimacy, where we can both grow... None of that would have been
possible without you. Using the tools you have provided me with, I will continue to
learn and grow in every stage of my life and I hope to pass on some of what you have
taught me to others.
I wanted you to know that you are thought of and referred to often and that some of
your words and phrases are quoted by me frequently...and will be forever. You are
the man who has guided me on the path that has changed my life forever... I just
wanted to say thank you for all you have done for me and given me.
With much gratitude and appreciation-
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John
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December 25, 2006
Dear Jeff,
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Thank you for all you've done and all you've given back to Tony and me! Have a
Happy, Healthy, New Year!
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Fondly,
Linda & Tony
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December 25, 1984
Dear Jeff,
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There's much I wish to tell you, but very little space.
I hope this "homemade" card says it all…
On the other side of this Front Door, Lives a Happy Family. They are remembering you during this season of the heart.
Thank you so very much, for so very much!
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Jan, Charlie, Erin & Kristi
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September 19, 1990
Dear Jeff,
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After finding out I was HIV+ with AIDS… I was hit with an avalanche of problems to conquer and things to take care of: countless doctors, hospitals, Social Services, Social Security, undertaker, church, my lover, family, relatives and friends.
In the midst of my emergency, you were my 911. Thank God you were there!
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Frank R.
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April 4, 1994
Dear Jeff,
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I have wanted to write to you for several weeks… My sorrow and pain have not eased, and I am happy only when I can think of the time I was able to spend with Frank over the past several months….
You helped him through the whole ordeal of his tragic illness…. Even though his suffering was constant, he never lost his sense of humor and always had a special place in his heart for his very special friends of which you were one. He spoke of you many times since the day he met you, until the very end. You helped him more than you will ever know. When he met you, he said that you were so different… that you restored his faith and confidence in human beings.
I will always be grateful for your true friendship, your many phone calls and trips to the hospital, which aided him in holding on to his faith and courage.
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Elaine R.
(Franks mother)
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March 5, 1992
Mr. Jeffrey D. Levine, LCSW
Program Coordinator
Greenwich, CT 06830
Dear Jeff,
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On behalf of the Office of HIV Information and Services and the clients we serve, I thank you for the service and support you have provided our HIV positive patients.
This infection has great stigma associated with it. Having a caring, compassionate individual like yourself providing counseling, is vital.
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Thomas J. Mahoney
Director, Office of HIV Information and Services
Department of Health
Town of Greenwich
Greenwich, CT
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December 15, 1989
Dear Jeff
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I can never express how truly grateful I am for the time and effort spent on my behalf.
You were there for me when desperately needed and will never be forgotten!
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Sincerely,
John B.
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January 25, 1995
Carol Femia - Commisioner
Dept. of Social Services
Greenwich, CT
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Dear Commissioner Femia,
Sometime ago I came to your Dept. needing help. My life was a mess; suffering from the consequences of drug addicition, including trouble with the criminal justice system. I had unhealthy relationships with everything and everyone. My life was really crazy and I was very angry. I did not want to ask for help, since I trusted "no one." As it turned out, it was the best decision I have ever made!
I was introduced to drugs and alcohol in my family before I was seven years old.
Mr. Levine told me that if I was truly ready to change and get my life on a sane road, that I could succeed and he promised he would help me.
The first thing he did that very day, was contact a friend of his who directs a drug rehab. and arranged for my admission into that program. Mr. Levine remained in regular contact with me while I was in that program. After I got discharged, I returned to your Dept. needing an after care program of continued counseling and guidance. He provided that also.
I was still not able to trust him completely but we met on a weekly basis. He treated me with respect, but confronted those things he said represented unhealthy attitudes and behaviors.
Over time I began to see he was for real. He came through on every promise he made and helped me to see the wisdom in the values he emphasized; honesty, courage, humility and caring about others.
Then one day he said he was resigning his position in Greenwich at the end of the year. It felt very uncomfortable to hear this, since he had become very important to me. He told me at that time, there was one thing I could do for him and the Dept., which was to write a thank you letter. It took a long time for me to do this because I did not have a typewriter.
I think the loss of Mr. Levine is unfortunate for Greenwich. He is an uncommon man! I want to offer my thanks to your Dept. for your assistance and for Mr. Levine, who taught me so much. I have a new life, that can be as good as I am willing to make it.
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Sincerely,
Gerald G.
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May 8, 1990
Dear Jeff,
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The time for me to graduate from Western Connecticut State University has arrived.
What can I say? It has been one wonderful year. Thank you for all your clinical supervision, guidance and availability...
I have learned a lot from you Jeff and I thank you.
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Always,
Linda
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September 11, 1988
Dear Jeff,
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Roger and I celebrated our 8th anniversary this week. Over a bottle of champagne, we were remeniscing over the years. At almost the same time, we both mentioned your name and started talking about how much you helped us. Roger said "Jeff was fabulous for us!" That's a true quote. And you did help us enormously, Jeff. We have a tender, wonderful marriage - not always perfect, by any means, but very loving, accepting and honest. We learned how to trust each other and make ourselves vulnerable. We learned so much from you and we're very grateful.
This is not the first time I've thought of you with appreciation, but it is the first time Roger has mentioned you. Anyway, it's the first time I've really let you know.
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Fondly,
Nancy & Roger
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June 26, 1998
Dear Mr. Levine,
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I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you once again for your much valued help…
I phoned you with problems I was having with civil service tests. I advised you that in prior tests, I had failed one and scored very low on another.
My visits with you were very enlightening to say the least and your approaches to my problems proved very helpful. I am happy to advise you that I finished second on the two promotional tests I took in February.
I just want to express my thanks again. I have regained my self-esteem and look at each day with a more positive attitude. I truly believe your help made all the difference.
Sincerely,
Claude Morgan
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Captain Claude Morgan
Investigator
Westchester County Arson Task Force
Valhalla, New York
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August 24, 1988
Jerry, Thank you ....
most importantly, for referring me to Jeff Levine.
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You know it hasn't been that long ago that I was definately messed up. Since I began treatment with Jeff I have made great progress, which would not have been possible without him. I have never been able to stick with any kind of treatment before. I guess that's because I never felt the people I saw were any good. Jeff is good and that makes my life so much better. I really feel he is unique in his methods. Working with Jeff has become a very important part of my recovery. Again I thank you for this.
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Tony F.
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April 22, 2006
Dear Jeff,
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Our work together has permanently changed the course of my life for the better!
Through your teachings, I have developed the courage to love myself and now accept the responsibility that requires. Our work has opened up a new path for my life that is healthier, more awake, loving and “on purpose” than anything I could have ever achieved on my own.
When I first walked into your office, I had no idea how asleep I was,or how disconnected from what is really important in life. You have taught me so many things no one else ever has, especially the true meaning of humility. Thank you for holding a mirror in front of me - challenging me to make the very difficult changes that my life was desperately in need of.
I am now in the most fulfilling, wonderful, committed and emotionally intimate relationship of my life. This relationship is with the woman I love and we owe our happiness to you. You have been one of the most positive influences in my life and I cannot thank you enough!
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Adam
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August 15, 2005
Dear Jeff,
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When I first came to your office, I was full of fear and pain. My life was spinning out of control. You helped me find my way back onto the right path and to see the love inside me that I thought was lost. I now know how precious the gift you gave me is – I could never thank you enough!
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Emily
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May 12, 1992
Jeffrey Levine
Program Coordinator
Greenwich, CT
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Dear Mr. Levine,
Thank you for helping me get through my drug rehab. I wish I had listened to your counseling before, but at that time I did not understand very much about addicition like I do now. I was also very stubborn through my addiction.
But this time when I came for help and you gave me counseling, I took your suggestions.
Now that I've been clean and sober for six months and I look back on my life, I wish I did it years ago. I've got a job today and am involved in C/A and N/A meetings. I chair an N/A meeting on Wednesday nights.
I understand now that I will always be a drug addict, but today I am no longer an active drug addict and my disease will stay under arrest as long as I work my 12 step program, one day at a time. Today I can say no to drugs. In the past the only time I said no to drugs, was when my friends asked me if I had "enough" yet.
Today my life is not as manageable as I would like it to be, but I am showing progress.
So Mr. Levine, thank you for being a part of turning my life around.
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Yours truly,
Joseph T.
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July 15, 1992
Dear Mr. Levine,
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Thank you!!! Thank you for helping me to get my life together. I could not have done it without your help…
You have a special place in my heart and in my prayers.
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Donald
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December 4, 1984
Mr. Jeffrey Levine, Counselor
Overlook Hospital – Priority Systems
Summit, New Jersey
Dear Mr. Levine,
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I am writing to thank you for the fine work you have been doing for us here at Chubb. I've received numerous positive comments about you from employees with whom you have had contact. As well, supervisors and managers who have participated in consultations you've conducted have spoken highly of your approach in that forum. Your sessions have been handled professionally and effectively.
Our Employee Assistance Program is a very important segment of our health services mission. For that to be effective, employees must have confidence in the people who service their needs. Your professionalism has been most helpful in enhancing the credibility of our program.
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Joseph W. Jenkins
Assistant Vice President
Chubb Group of Insurance Companies
Warren, New Jersey
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April 20, 1992
Dear Jeff,
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I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the help you have given me during a very hard time in my recovery. Your insight into the problems I was confronted with at the time, was not only helpful, but thoughtful and considerate. As a result I got through it and am now employed at Samaritan Village, Inc.
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Sincerely,
Anthony D.
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January 1989
Dear Mr. Levine,
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Thank you for your presentation at our January session. Your discussion on how to establish productive work relationships and deal with the obstacles one may encounter in trying to establish these relationships provided our members with much needed insight. The discussion proved not only interesting but practical as it was directed to the corporate environment…
It has enabled me personally to be more keenly attuned to various individual factors that may impede work relationships and thus productivity.
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Ted Hruzd, President
Northeast Region Tandem Users Group
New York, NY
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Singles Bon Vivant
Summit, New Jersey
To Whom It May Concern:
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I am in receipt of your news letter "Holiday Ala Carte 1992" and wish to tell you I am very much interested in any lectures or programs given by Jeff Levine.
I am a psychology student at Montclair State. I also facilitate a support group for divorced and separated people. I loved his article on love in this issue of your news letter.
Please inform me of any future events involving Mr. Levine.
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Sincerely,
Lois M.
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September 8, 2006
Happy Birthday Jeff
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May your day be filled with "wonderful moment after wonderful moment." It is truly a blessing for us, that you were born into this world!!!
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Jenawa & Adam
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September 1, 1997
Dear Jeff,
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I think it would be accurate to say that you saved my life….
I realize now that I have the opportunity to make my life what I want it to be.
After spending nearly my entire life making myself miserable, I see the light that positive thinking makes bright…
I have learned to deal with people more effectively… My family will always confuse me, but I know now that they love me and I am learning to love them for who they are as opposed to what I wish them to be. I have you to thank for that…
I really have a new respect for myself and for others who seek help. Thanks a lot.
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K. S.
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November 4, 1992
Dear Jeff,
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I walked into your office that first time looking for some way to be loved and accepted. I didn't realize that until I was able to love and accept myself, I would be unable to receive these things from any other. So the journey began where mysteries unraveled and I discovered the source of the pain I felt. As I grew strong and able to face the deep fears, they magically melted away, one by one, slowly and steadily. Here I am years later seeing the world as a beautiful place, filled with promise. I am most of the time free and strong, making personal choices with conviction… I feel free!
I write this letter in an attempt to tell you what our therapeutic relationship has meant to me. It's hard to do this in the context of a letter, because nothing else in my life has so profoundly moved me! But I will try……
You once told me that when I'd found my path; accepted myself, that everything about life would be different. You could not successfully have explained that to me then, but everything did change…, literally! I began to experience my life as I never before thought possible. It felt like I was coming home, making some circle complete, I felt like myself….
I want you to know that I am grateful to you for your love and guidance as I came to discover myself.
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