Ernest D PattersonErnest Patterson is a licensed chemical dependency counselor, therapist, and transformational facilitator dedicated to helping individuals break free from limiting patterns and reclaim their lives. With years of experience working in recovery program, men's groups, and personal development settings, he has guided countless people through the process of healing, accountability, and emotional growth.As co-founder of the Second Story Project, Ernest's work centers on the belief that while we cannot change our past, we have the power to change the story we tell about it. His approach blends real-world experience, therapeutic insight, and deeply personal storytelling to inspire lasting transformation.A certified trainer with the ManKind Project, Ernest is passionate about creating spaces where men can be seen, heard, and challenged to grow. His work extends into workshops, speaking engagements, and community-based programs focused on recovery, personal responsibility, and purpose-driven living.Ernest lives in Texas with his wife and family, where he continues to support individuals and communities in building what he calls their "Second Story," a life defined not by past pain, but by conscious choice, healing, and purpose. Read More Read Less