James E. Lawrence, SUDP

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Get to know Substance Use Disorder Professional Dr. James E. Lawrence, who serves patients in Burien, Washington.

Dr. Lawrence, a Substance Use Disorder Professional, is recognized by Continental Who’s Who as a Pinnacle Lifetime Achiever in the field of Addiction Recovery. He is the owner & operator of 2nd Chance Recovery Center in Burien, Washington. 

A certified treatment facility, 2nd Chance Recovery Center offers services such as alcohol and drug evaluations, CPS/DP/DV assessments, WPHS/DOH assessments, deferred prosecutions, anger management class, relapse prevention program, intensive outpatient care, domestic violence therapy, and moral reconation therapy. As one of the leading facilities in King County, it offers a relaxed atmosphere, where all discussions remain confidential.

With an impressive professional journey that spans nearly three decades, Dr. Lawrence specializes in domestic violence, anger management, and administrative operations. He enjoys the connection between himself and his patients, feeling a sense of gratification when recovery programs help benefit families and influence positive changes. 

Before he entered the field of recovery, he held varied roles, such as painter, carpet layer, cook, and truck driver. In 2008, he was laid off, having then decided to become a Substance Use Disorder Professional because he was helping several Narcotics Anonymous (NA) sponsees, who worked in the field, stay clean. 

After graduating with his associate’s degree from Highland Community College in 2001, Dr. Lawrence completed further training in drug and alcohol abuse counseling through the University of Nebraska Medical Center and the USAF School of Health Care Sciences. With this certification, he became a Drug and Alcohol Counselor.

To date, he maintains affiliations with the Worldwide Leaders in Healthcare, Clean and Sober Motorcycle Club, and NA.
A Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) is a professional role certified by the Washington State Department of Health to work with individuals of all ages who are experiencing problems with substance use, abuse, and addiction.

Outside of his professional life, Mr. Lawrence enjoys snowboarding, riding motorcycles and quads, attending Seattle Seahawks games, and spending time with his children.

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