About the Addiction Research Foundation

The Addiction Research Foundation is led by Pam and Steve Moore, co-founders of The Moore Institute, Inc., a clinical practice that is devoted to helping individuals and families affected by Drug addiction.

The Moores are supported by research partner, NOVA Research Company (Silver Spring, Maryland). The Foundation is also supported by their Clinical Advisory Committee. The Committee, made up of experts in the field of addiction medicine, advises the Foundation regarding current and future clinical research activities. The Foundation’s legal counsel is Kim Davidson, JD.

Foundation Staff

Steve Moore
Steve MooreLCSW, PIP
Steve Co-founded both the Moore Institute and the Addiction Research Foundation along with his wife and partner, Pam Moore. He received a Masters of Social Work with honors from the University of Alabama. Since that time he has trained extensively in both addiction and relationship therapies. He is a principal therapist at The Moore Institute and is interested in all aspects of relationship and addiction. Steve uses a highly individualized approach to therapy which utilizes complementary methodologies and techniques which he has developed through his years of practice. His approach to therapy is based on his multi-modal process, which is a strengths and collaborative methodology. Steve believes that you can experience a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Steve is a sought Public Speaker throughout the country for his expertise on addiction and relationship issues. 
Pam Moore
Pam MooreLCSW, PIP
Pam received her Master’s of Social Work from the University of Alabama. Pam co-founded both the Moore Institute and the Addiction Research Foundation along with her husband and partner, Steve Moore. Her major interests are in addiction disorders, co-dependency, trauma and mood disorders. Pam works with individuals couples and families. She is an intuitive, interactive solution focused therapist. She integrates complimentary methodologies and techniques so she can offer a highly personalized approach to each of her clients with compassion and understanding. She works with clients to help them build of their strengths. Pam developed The Method, which is featured in her book Unhook and Live Free, while working through her own personal struggles. Pam teaches The Method both in personal individual sessions and in Unhook workshops that are offered throughout the year. Pam also authored a mediative journal titled Inward to the Kingdom, a Six Week Journey