IOP Testimonials

“This experience was done with compassionate direction to provide a safe environment for us to be transparent with each other. I felt able to be introspective enough to focus on myself and get needs met.  I loved that there “are no can’ts.” C.G. from Wahiawa

“The curriculum is fresh, exciting and empowering. It’s quite different from other addiction therapies. The presentation and counsel was impeccable - very professional and compassionate in delivery. The life skill teaching format was much more that addiction rehab – more like life rehab. Thank you Mark. You have saved lives.  I wish this program were longer. Please continue it!” C.E. From North Shore

“In this program you get the one on one time you need to talk about your problems so you can address them. Mark has something to say to everyone and what he says is really positive. The curriculum is awesome and always keeps you busy so you really have not time to think about your addiction.” M.F. from Kailua

“YES!!!!  I would recommend this program!! Mark, you were able to bring out emotions and reasoning behind why we do what we do. In one week you have transformed and brought out the true people we are. You were able to give us answers to questions we didn’t even know we had to ask ourselves. You have deleted guilt and shame of my past and this has allowed me to finally find myself again. I wish I could tell the world about this program. My only suggestion is that it would be longer by a few days – that’s it! Absolutely amazing!! Thank you so much!!” W.E. from Kaneohe

“The New Horizons approach is an intensive, thorough, ‘wholistic’ program that will challenge your thought processes with the hope of freedom from your addiction. I liked the flexibility and have no suggestions to make it better. It was great!” D.K. from Maui

“This program helped me find the emotional awareness I need to find wholeness in my life. By connecting certain components, I have been able to identify the cause of my misery and now able to map out my destiny to success. I went to church to find recovery and didn’t find it, I never thought I would go to recovery and end up finding church.” E.L. from Mililani

“I was happy to find Mark to be safe enough to be honest, yet in our sessions I was able to gain valuable insights as well.. The ‘I can’ approach is reality and puts the responsibility squarely where it belongs – with me. I gained a deeper sense of who I am, what makes me tick, what I’m looking for and what I need. And that realization will help me in moving forward in understanding my own emotions and the emotions of others. Understanding why I do things and what I am yearning for will help me to make healthy choices rather than choices based on running away and relief from my fears.” C.S from Kailua

I really enjoyed every moment of working with Mark and through the program. I have not felt this healthy and happy in years. I loved every moment.” A.K. from Kailua

The empowering “Choice Process” is amazing!!” K.B. from Wahiawa

 “This has been the best and most productive experience of my life since my struggle with addiction. I learned a lot about myself, in particular I learned about the underlying causes of all my using. I recommend this program to anyone struggling with addiction or relationship problems. If you seriously want to change or get better and you are ready to work to get better, this program is the program for you.” M.C from Molokai

“This program was way more than I ever expected. It was very well rounded and has a great tempo. My Values and life choices which I was avoiding were brought out and looked at for the first time in quite a while. I needed that. To see the reasons behind why I’ve been doing to myself what I have been doing has been enlightening. The New Horizons program is what I would recommend to others. Thank you Mark for everything, everything!! Your Choice process technique is right on, true and real.” S. L from Haleiwa

“New Horizons is awesome, I liked and enjoyed the methodology. I really liked the approach that was used – it made a lot of sense to me. R.V. from Waianae

“In my personalized sessions, I learned to stop using by looking at addiction in a positive, honest and empowering way. I really felt like this investment was effective in treating addiction. Plus, Mark is the best leader for the job!! J.R. from Waialua

“I would recommend the New Horizons Choice Process to anyone struggling with addiction because it has been valuable for me to get insight into my past and how it effects my present decision making and thought process. Also, I was taught to identify my emotional flaws and underlying causes. I now know that I have been substituting my addiction for my deep need for connection. Thank you Mark!!! M.N from Manoa

“I had a good and helpful experience; I would recommend it because it’s so relaxing and I learned a lot about my addiction. I also learned some different ways to cope and to be clean.” – B.T. from Mililani

“This program is very practical – it’s about the nuts and bolts of dealing with addictions. It breaks things down into manageable parts. It is reality based therapy that helps you to own your program.” - G.L from Kaneohe

“As a person who has been in and out of treatment, I can say that this approach will be the “cure” for addiction that everyone has been waiting for.” – E.A. from Makakilo

“Mark, you overall were the highlight of the program.” – T.T. from Honolulu

“I recommend this program because it is a totally different approach and I should know since I have been in and out of treatment programs for the past 8 years. The Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach is way better than a lock down program. The program is easy to understand..” – C.N. from the North Shore



“Mark, you started out by instilling trust in me (no rules, no cant’s, this is my program, etc.). It was non-confrontational. You made this our program and we can (or not) choose to work through to sobriety. It was a positive experience where people can grow and become more aware of their addictions and gain tools and insights for recovery. Awesome!” (Female – Oregon)

“Figure it, Face it and Fix it gives an out-of-the-box look at addiction and recovery. I actually thought my situation was hopeless, that I would be an “alcoholic” till the day I die. When I read the information from the New Horizons website that addiction does not have to be a disease and when coming to this program we would not be label as an “alcoholic” and that it is a non 12 step program – I was sold. I recommend this to anyone dealing with an addiction. What can I say about Mark. He is my life-like angel. Hi is amazing at what he does. I have no regrets. Mark is AWESOME!!! (male – Maui)

“Mark, from the beginning you created a safe environment where our sessions were supportive. There was common ground for expression with good open dialogue. The pace was well formatted, the materials were well presented and we moved at a very good pace that was not over regimented. You set up a loving environment where I immersed ourselves in the power of human love.” (male from Big Island)

“In completely unexpected ways, Mark has given me not only the tools to fight my addictions, but he has done it in an atmosphere of love and beauty (on the North Shore of Oahu). His greatest gift, however, has been opening my mind to understanding how I can get here with genuine hope that I had abandoned. This experience has been life changing. Thank you Mark!” (male from North Shore Oahu)

“Mark, you are an amazing man. You have a way of making ME feel like I am worth something. When you told me that I WILL do great things with my future, for once, in years, I believed in myself. Mark, I would describe you as: life saver, compassionate, caring and understanding.” (female from Oregon)

“Yes, I would recommend the New Horizons approach to others. It is very informative – lots of information and the program is positive, not negative. Mark – the only word I can think of is AMAZING. Thank you!” (male from Mililani)

“I am a repeat client (now returned to do the Life Coaching certification) each time I have taken away different life coping skills. The first round saved my life and this one added to it. Mark, you are a phenomenal mentor.” (female from Maui)

“This has been a completely positive experience that addresses so many aspects of your baggage and issues; that’s the underlying causes instead of the symptoms. I really feel changed, cleansed and a completely different person. So powerful. Mark, you are an angel – Divine inspiration and intervention.” (male from Oahu)

“I would recommend Mark’s program to others. It is empowering and very educational and it is a great place to learn about what makes you tick and how to fix my problems. AWESOME!” (male from Oahu)

“The Choice Process is life changing. Mark is able to feel the pain you are going through and show you how to heal it. This experience in working with Mark surpassed every expectation I had. I think you nailed it. Mark, I think you are so special. I thank God for you. I’m grateful that He put you in my life.” (female from North Shore)

“AWESOME!!! I was really able to focus on self without distraction. Working with Mark is great to get so much positive and helpful feedback. A lot of information to grasp, but I am motivated and want to learn more.” (male from Oahu)