PITTSBURG, Calif., Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Ronnie M. Palmer is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Lifetime Member for his contributions to Addiction Recovery, Counseling, and Personal Transformation.

Ronnie M. Palmer is an accomplished drug and alcohol counselor, author, and recovery advocate who has dedicated nearly two decades to helping individuals overcome addiction and rebuild their lives. Through his work at Alhambra Valley Retreat in California's San Francisco Bay Area, he provides individualized care, relapse prevention education, and holistic approaches designed to support lasting recovery and personal growth.

Since entering the counseling profession in 2009, Mr. Palmer has focused on empowering individuals through positive thinking, perseverance, self love, and practical recovery strategies. At Alhambra Valley Retreat, a residential treatment center, he leads relapse prevention groups and teaches classes inspired by the Four Agreements, a philosophy central to his book, Finishing Stronger, published in 2022. His approach also incorporates holistic practices, including Tai Chi and weekly acupuncture services provided by his daughter.

Previously, Mr. Palmer served as a counselor at Options Recovery Services in Berkeley from 2010 to 2016, where he helped thousands of parolees navigate recovery and rebuild their lives. In 2011, he was invited to teach smoking cessation classes at Alameda County Jail, further extending his commitment to education and rehabilitation.

Before establishing his career in behavioral health, Mr. Palmer worked extensively in the music industry as a road manager, beginning in the 1970s. His professional experience included working with renowned artists such as Steve Miller, Boz Scaggs, Booker T. & The M.G.'s, Sheila E., and Quincy Jones.

Mr. Palmer earned certificates in Drug and Alcohol Addiction and HIV/STI Prevention and Education from San Francisco City College. His accomplishments have received recognition through appearances on KRON-TV, coverage in USA Today, and inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. He also received the International Impact Book Award in the addiction and recovery category in 2021.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Mr. Palmer values his family and their shared commitment to helping others. He has been happily married to his wife, Lanying Jiang, for 14 years. Their daughter, Le "Layla" Jiang, a doctor of oriental medicine, contributes to his recovery programs by providing acupuncture services.

Guided by the principles of the Four Agreements, Mr. Palmer believes that personal transformation begins with self awareness, positive thinking, and a commitment to perseverance. Through counseling, education, and his writing, he remains dedicated to helping individuals overcome challenges, rediscover their potential, and move forward with renewed confidence and purpose.

Contact: Katherine Green, 516-825-5634, editorialteam@continentalwhoswho.com

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