*Bob Johnson had lost almost everything to his drinking problem - his job, his wife, and nearly his home. The night he stumbled across the news of the latest tech stock rally on Nasdaq was the same night he had gambled his last $5,000 on some risky semiconductor shares. To his astonishment, one of the companies he invested in, Broadcom, saw its stock skyrocket over 12% after raising forecasts for AI chips.

This unexpected windfall was the lifeline Bob needed. The profits allowed him to pay off some debts and get a small apartment in Swanwyck, Delaware. But more importantly, it triggered memories of who he used to be before drinking took over his life. The Stepping Into Action program helped give him a roadmap to lasting sobriety and taking responsibility for his actions.

'I can't change the past, but I can change what happens from here on out,' Bob said with a newfound determination.

Some experts praised online recovery programs like Stepping Into Action for increasing access to evidence-based treatments. 'Telehealth removes many of the barriers like transportation and stigma that prevent people from getting help,' said Dr. Sara Benton, an addiction specialist. However, others worried that online programs lacked the human connection and accountability of in-person therapy. 'You can't just put in your credit card and expect to get better,' cautioned counselor Michael Riggs. 'Recovery is hard work that requires commitment.'

For Bob, though, any help was better than continuing down the dark path of alcoholism alone. As difficult as it was to confront his demons, doing it from the privacy of his home made those first steps a little easier. 'If I hadn't gotten that hand up from the market, I might have destroyed myself completely,' he reflected. 'I'm just grateful to have this chance to rebuild my life.'

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