Professional substance abuse evaluations, clinically informed restoration guides, and expert petition support for individuals navigating the Michigan driver's license restoration process — from a therapist with over 15 years of DAAD hearing experience.
My name is Christine Sendek. I am a licensed therapist and certified substance abuse evaluator based in Michigan. For over 15 years, I have conducted substance abuse evaluations for driver's license restoration cases and collaborated closely with attorneys throughout the DAAD hearing process.
I have sat across from individuals at some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives — people who made serious mistakes, worked hard to turn things around, and found themselves lost in a confusing legal and administrative process. That experience is the foundation of everything I offer through Journey of Hope Counseling.
Whether you are seeking a formal substance abuse evaluation, professional restoration guidance, or expert support to strengthen your petition, I bring both clinical expertise and genuine care to every client relationship.
Master of Arts (MA)Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Michigan
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
Substance Abuse Evaluator15+ years conducting DAAD-compliant evaluations for license restoration
DAAD Hearing SpecialistExtensive collaboration with Michigan attorneys in the restoration process
Licensed TherapistSpecialized background in substance use disorders, recovery support, and co-occurring conditions
Expert restoration support services scoped to fit your needs — from a focused consultation to a full petition review. All services are conducted remotely and scheduled by email.
A focused $75 consultation to assess the strength of your license restoration case — your sobriety timeline, evaluation history, support letter quality, and what a hearing officer would flag. Conducted via phone or video.
$75 — ConsultationSubmit your drafted support letters and receive written professional feedback on each one — what is working, what is missing, and how to strengthen your letters before they are notarized and submitted.
$75 — Written FeedbackSubmit your complete petition packet for a thorough written assessment of its strengths and weaknesses before you file. Identifies credibility gaps, inconsistencies, and missing elements that could lead to denial.
$150 — Document ReviewOfficial DAAD-compliant evaluations on the required SOS-258 form by a licensed evaluator with 15+ years of DAAD experience. Virtual evaluations available at a flat rate of $300. In-person appointments also available — contact me to inquire.
DAAD CompliantTo inquire about any service, please reach out directly by email at journeyofhopecounseling07@gmail.com. I respond to all inquiries personally and will work with you to find a time that fits your schedule.
Professional, clinically informed guides written from 15 years of firsthand experience — everything you need to understand and navigate the Michigan license restoration process.
The complete step-by-step guide to the DAAD process
Scoring checklist, writing guide & six sample letters
Both PDF guides together at a savings
The guide plus a personal expert review of your case
📧 To purchase, simply email journeyofhopecounseling07@gmail.com with the product name in the subject line and I will respond with payment and delivery instructions.
The substance abuse evaluation is the single most important document in your entire license restoration petition. Having it conducted by an experienced, licensed evaluator who understands the DAAD process makes a meaningful difference.
All evaluations are completed on the DAAD-approved SOS-258 form, fully compliant with Michigan Secretary of State requirements.
Includes standardized instruments (MAST, DAST, AUDIT, SASSI), complete substance use history, diagnosis, and prognosis documentation.
I help you understand the 30-day submission window and ensure your evaluation is completed at the right point in your preparation timeline.
Bring your completed hearing application to your evaluation appointment. I will help ensure your two key documents are fully consistent.
With 15+ years of DAAD evaluations, I understand exactly what hearing officers look for and how to document your case accurately and compellingly.
Contact me directly to discuss scheduling, eligibility, and what to bring to your evaluation appointment. I respond to all inquiries personally.
Virtual evaluations: $300 flat rate · In-person appointments available — contact to inquire
Email to Schedule an EvaluationWhether you are just beginning to think about the restoration process, ready to schedule an evaluation, or looking to purchase one of our guides — I am here to help. Reach out by email and I will respond personally, typically within one business day.
Send an email describing what you are looking for and I will respond with next steps. Here are some of the most common reasons people reach out:
Payment details provided upon inquiry.