Patrick began his recovery journey in 2018, after years of trying traditional paths that never quite fit. Despite following the advice of professionals, peers, and loved ones, things continued to spiral. Over time, he came to realize that the typical solutions simply didn’t work for him—and he’s not alone in that experience.

As a gay man, Patrick also felt the disconnect many in the LGBTQ+ community experience in conventional recovery spaces. He longed for something more holistic, more alive—something that could integrate healing into daily life rather than set it apart from it. From the beginning, he envisioned recovery not as a separate task, but as something to be discovered within life’s most meaningful experiences.

That vision began to take shape when a friend challenged his fear of open water as “completely irrational.” Patrick gave SCUBA diving a try—and from the moment he took his first breath underwater, everything shifted. What began as a personal challenge quickly became a source of clarity, peace, and purpose. Diving gave him the freedom to reconnect with his body, mind, and spirit in a way that felt real—and lasting.

Today, Patrick is a certified SCUBA Instructor and Divemaster with more than a dozen specialty certifications from three major training agencies. He’s trained with multiple instructors across two states and is constantly expanding his knowledge—both in diving and in recovery.

Through his work, Patrick creates affirming, inclusive spaces where LGBTQ+ individuals and others can explore healing, transformation, and adventure—all while immersed in the wonder of the underwater world.