Trinity County, CA - 2003
"Alliance Recovery Services [formerly Family Life Skills] has been
officially certified as a 52 week Batterer's Treatment Program as mandated by
California Penal Code Section 1203.097 & 1203.098"
Shasta County, CA - 2003
"Alliance Recovery Services [formerly Family Life Skills] has been officially
certified as a 52 week Batterer's Treatment Program as mandated by California
Penal Code Section 1203.097 & 1203.098"
Shasta County, CA - 1997
"During the past eleven months, the Shasta County Probation has been referring
clients charged under California Batterer's Counseling Law and Family Law to
Family Life Skills Learning Center. During this period of time, the Family
Skills administrative staff (Dr. James V. and Paula M. Potter) have worked
closely with our probation officers. I have worked with Dr. and Mrs. Potter
while Chief Probation Officer in Trinity County, and I have received very
favorable reports on the Family Life Skills Program here in Shasta County. Our
clients that have participated in the program have demonstrated significant
lifestyle change . . . . The program is an asset to the client, the Court, and
my owd department. I would recommend the program to other agencies without
hesitation."
-- R. Noll, Chief Probation Officer, Shasta County Probation
Trinity County, CA - 1997
"The Trinity County Probation Department, in accordance with the Penal Code
Secion 1203.097, and at the direction of the Superior Court, has reviewed,
observed and participated in the Family Life Skills Counseling Program for
Domestic Violence... the Family Life Skills Counseling Program for Domestic
Violence is certified in accordance with Penal Code 1203.097..."
-- T.D. Lee, Chief Probation Officer, Trinity County Probation
Trinity County, CA - 1997
"Several of the defendants who appeared in Domestic Violence Court on July 23,
1997 are nearing completion of the 52 week program. They are each receiving
excellent evaluations, and will undoubtedly complete their 52 week obligation
prior to the next regular Domestic Violence review . . . I suggested to Dr.
Potter, and he concurs, that a "graduation" in the courtroom on November 5,
would be an appropriate recognition of these probationers and would strengthen
the benefit of the classes for all participants in the courtroom. . . . It won't
take much time, and it will serve a very worthwhile purpose."
-- Judge J.K. Letton, Superior Court, Trinity County
Plumas County, CA - 1996
"Thank you for your application to provide Domestic Violence Services for
Plumas County ... I have certified your program to provide the mandatory one
year domestic violence treatment and education."
-- T.D. Frady, Chief Probation Officer
Tehama County, CA - 1996
"Review of your fifty-two week domestic violence program has been completed and
it is determined your program meets the requirements of Penal Code Section
1203.097."
-- D. J. Minch, Adult Division Director, Tehama County Probation
Shasta County, CA - 1996
"Thank you for your application to provide domestic violence services in our
community. My staff and I have determined that it conforms to the requirements
of Penal Code Section 1203.097. As such, we have certified your program to
provide the mandatory one year domestic violence treatment and education. You
should begin receiving referrals in the very near future."
-- L. J. Rizzo, Division Director, Shasta County Probation
Redding, CA - 1999
"It is good to hear that you have expressed a desire to look at the Save Our
Families Program. . . . This material goes deeper than behavior modification.
The curriculum is enlightening and self-empowering as it defines and evaluates
your individual behavior. I strongly encourage anyone to avail themselves of
this course."
-- Rev. S.L. Rohn, CPAC
Redding, CA 1999
"We . . . have been very pleased with the growth we have seen in those who have
been taking the Anger Management classes. It is extremely rewarding to see the
people slowly change and become open and interested in why they do what they do,
and then see them begin to apply the techniques taught through Dr. Potter's
class material. It is a joy to see the men respond positively through this
teaching. We have even used it in church leadership meetings, and everyone seems
to benefit from the material. We highly recommend this program of anger
management to all people. It can help even those who don't feel that they need
such a class."
-- Pastor S.C. Smith, Church of the Redeemed
Hilo, Hawaii
"I have known Dr. James Potter for a number of years and found him to be a
dedicated Christian in his efforts top help the less fortunate. He has worked .
. . as a counselor to those addicted with life threatening substances and has
had a remarkable recovery rate. . . . As a recipient of his teaching, I would
highly recommend that you take advantage of Dr. Potter's expertise in the area
of family counseling and rehabilitation."
-- Rev. A. B. Whittington, Full Gospel Church
