The person who wrote the testimonial chose to blend RI with AA and faith. Neither is an integral part of RI; at its core it seems to be self administered CBT learned in a group format. I do see things differently than you; I would rather address my MH issues together rather than separately. My substance use issues are strongly correlated with mood swings. It is when I am depressed that my substance use becomes a problem. It is when I have an elevated mood that I decide I can handle it and allow myself to start back down the path. I have integrated problems and I think I require an integrated solution.