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 "Tina" Sendek — many of my clients and colleagues know me as Tina. 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.
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.
To inquire about any service, please reach out directly by email. I respond to all inquiries personally and will work with you to find a time that fits your schedule.
journeyofhopecounseling07@gmail.comProfessional, clinically informed guides written from 15 years of firsthand experience — everything you need to understand and navigate the Michigan license restoration process.
Educational articles drawn from over 15 years of conducting DAAD evaluations and supporting Michigan license restoration cases. Practical guidance, written from the evaluator's perspective.
A denial is a setback, not a verdict. Here's what your denial letter is really telling you, your two options for moving forward, the critical deadlines that apply, and how to build a stronger case for your next attempt.
Read the Full Article →An honest decision framework for the most common question I'm asked: when does hiring an attorney genuinely make the difference, and when can a well-prepared petitioner succeed without one? Includes the lesser-known hybrid approach.
Read the Full Article →The single biggest factor separating people who win their hearings from people who lose them is not the strength of their sobriety — it is preparation. A high-level walkthrough of what hearing officers actually look for.
Read the Full Article →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.
Whether 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 phone or 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: