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Menachem Poznanski: A Journey of Redemption

Posted October 23, 2025

Menachem Poznanski is a licensed clinical social worker and author. Menachem has worked in the field of substance use prevention, addiction treatment, and recovery support for over 20 years. He is also the Director of The Living Room (TLR), a clubhouse program for Jewish young adults in recovery.

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