YESTERDAY
In the late 1930s, the twelve step program was born. It was developed by Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith, and is based on the work of its predecessors, the Oxford Groups in England.

Millions have benefitted from the program which uses 12 unique steps for healing and recovery from addiction.

TODAY
David Kauffman, a composer touched deeply by addiction, began writing songs to help him heal over 10 years ago. The writings have culminated in his new collection called 12—Healing Songs For Recovery. It has helped thousands of individuals and families so far. A companion collection titled, 12—Healing Songs For Women In Recovery is also available. It takes into account the different ways women and men hear and heal.

TOMORROW
David works with Immaculata Santee, a counselor and recovery expert for insight, wisdom, and courage to write these songs based on his own family of origin. Together David and Immaculata will publish blog entries on this website periodically. Each entry will connect to a song and include a story, some wisdom, and a graphic exercise. Join our mailing list to receive updates.

TIMELESS
David credits Linda Engelbrecht, counselor and friend, for her original insight and wisdom. Years ago, in a counseling session, she asked him the question that inspired these songs: “Are You Enough?”

Sample all songs in the upper right of this page. They are all available to download from all popular music sites like iTunes, Amazon, and others.

May this music, this website, and these blog entries help you heal, and answer the question “Are You Enough?” with a simple, peaceful, “Yes!”