Podcasts about addiction medicine specialist

Get the book, Ending the Crisis: Mayo Clinic's Guide to Opioid Addiction and Safe Opioid Use About The Author Dr. Holly Geyer, MD is an Addiction Medicine Specialist at Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Arizona and the physician lead of the MCA Opioid Stewardship Program, and chairs the ‘School Training Overdose Preparedness and Intelligence Taskforce' (STOP-IT), a 60+ member multidisciplinary working group charged with developing a comprehensive and sustainable school opioid overdose preparation plan and toolkit for AZ schools. She is widely published in high-impact scientific journals and book chapters, and maintains an active international lecture schedule. She additionally serves as a Physician Director of the Mayo Clinic Physician Assistant Fellowship program.   This episode of Principal Center Radio is sponsored by IXL, the most widely used online learning and teaching platform for K-12. Discover the power of data-driven instruction in your school with IXL—it gives you everything you need to maximize learning, from a comprehensive curriculum to meaningful school-wide data. Visit IXL.com/center to lead your school towards data-driven excellence today.   

Dr. Michael Baca-Atlas joins host, Zach, from ASAM's 55th Annual Conference. After sharing his favorite breakfast food, Dr. Baca-Atlas talks about his journey into the field of addiction medicine and his pathway to currently focusing on the intersection of primary care, mental health, and substance use disorder (SUD). He discusses being a former Ruth Fox Scholar and the opportunities that experience provided. Dr. Baca-Atlas also shares his perspectives on the stigma surrounding addiction and the need for improvement with regard to inequity related to substance use and treatment. He discusses the workshop session, Not HOCUS POCUS: Bedside U/S for the Addiction Medicine Specialist, he co-presented at conference about point of care ultrasound (POCUS). Dr. Baca-Atlas, who will become president of the North Carolina Society of Addiction Medicine (NCSAM) in July, shares his goals in this new role and why he is looking forward to this opportunity. He also shares his experience in the podcasting field with Hippo Education and the Primary Care RAP podcast. Finally, Dr. Baca-Atlas offers advice for his younger self and the next generation of addiction medicine specialists. Dr. Baca-Atlas is originally from Baltimore, MD. He completed his undergraduate work at the University of Maryland, College Park and medical school at University of Maryland in Baltimore. He completed his family medicine residency at UNC as well as an addiction medicine fellowship at UNC in the Department of Psychiatry. He serves as the medical director for UNC REACH Enhanced Primary Care and associate medical director for the Tobacco Treatment Program. He also serves as a contributor for Primary Care RAP (Reviews and Perspectives), a medical education podcast. Outside of work, Dr. Baca-Atlas enjoys spending time with his partner, eating breakfast for dinner, and traveling. Links: ASAM's 55th Annual Conference Information Ruth Fox Scholarship Not HOCUS POCUS: Bedside U/S for the Addiction Medicine Specialist North Carolina Society of Addiction Medicine (NCSAM) Hippo Education Primary Care RAP podcast   If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, you are not alone. Treatment is available and recovery is possible. Visit ASAM's Patient Resources page for more information. The information shared in this podcast episode is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views expressed in this podcast may not be those of the host or the management.

How can we prevent our kids from developing substance use disorders? Dr. Kevin Simon is an Attending Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and Addiction Medicine Specialist at Boston Children's Hospital and an instructor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. In this interview, Dr. Simon explains The different ways that kids use substances, and why they use What puts kids at higher use for developing addiction Why the "just a sip at home" strategy isn't a good idea What to watch for in order to intervene sooner Here's where you can find Dr. Simon: https://www.kevinsimonmd.com/publications @DrKMSimon on IG, X, and LinkedIn Here links to a few resources mentioned in the episode: Felice J Freyer for the Boston Globe: "Boston's New Mental Health Czar Lays Out His Goals" "This Is Your Brain on Drugs" PSA We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ mom friends, funny moms, parenting advice, parenting experts, parenting tips, mothers, families, parenting skills, parenting strategies, parenting styles, busy moms, self-help for moms, manage kid's behavior, teenager, toddler, baby, tween, child development, family activities, family fun, parent child relationship, decluttering, kid-friendly, invisible workload, default parent, teen substance use disorder, teen addiction, teen substance abuse, teen mental health, teen mental illness, teen drug addiction, teen drug abuse, teen alcoholism

1/7/2024The Healthy Matters PodcastS03_E04 - The Fentanyl Addiction ExperienceHappy New Year to all, and best wishes for sticking with those resolutions!Although a new year gives us a fresh start for many things, regrettably, that doesn't apply to everything.  Some issues in our communities know no bounds, transcending ages and communities and affecting all walks of life.  Perhaps one of the bigger concerns in this category is the Fentanyl crisis.  Fentanyl addiction is something that many people in our communities are struggling with, and something that we as a society must continue to confront.  And one of the keys to solving any problem is understanding it, and in Episode 4 we'll be joined by Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lauren Graber (MD, MPH), to give us insight into the crisis and the drug, and details of the experience for the individual.  What's it like to be addicted?   What's it like to go through withdrawal?  How long does it last?  And how do doctors actually help get people clean?  This episode is a great chance to better understand the particulars of dealing with both the drug and the crisis, and it's packed with essential information for all of us.  Please join us.Got a question for the doc?  Or an idea for a show?  Contact us!Email - healthymatters@hcmed.orgCall - 612-873-TALK (8255)Find out more at www.healthymatters.org

The opioid crisis is affecting every community and many families across the country. Opioid overdose is now the number one killer of Americans under the age of 50. Join Dr. Laura for an eye-opening discussion with Dr. Don Stader, Emergency & Addiction Medicine Specialist, to learn more about how opioids are impacting our communities and how we can work together to increase awareness, remove stigma and create a space for open, honest conversations. To learn more about Dr. Stader and his ongoing initiatives to help combat this crisis, please visit: http://staderopioidconsultants.com If you'd like to connect with Dr. Stader on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donald-stader-12a04744/ As always, questions, comments & topic suggestions welcome at info@lastingimpactwellness.com Follow us on instagram @lastingimpactwellness and on Facebook @lastingimpactwellness Be sure to subscribe, leave us a review & share with others. Original music by EP3

Guest: Mary Katharine Ham, Outkick Columnist, co-author of End of Discussion @mkhammer Guest: Jessica Tarlov, Fox News Contributor, Co-Host of the Five, Head of Research @Bustle & Chief Romance & Baby Correspondent (In Studio) Guest: Kennedy, Host of Kennedy Saves The World Podcast @Kennedynation (In Studio) Guest: Dr. Drew Pinsky, Board Certified Internist, Addiction Medicine Specialist, TV Host & Podcaster. Be sure to check out HIS STREAMING SHOW Ask Dr. Drew on Dr.Drew.tv & HIS FAMILY OF PODCASTS AT DRDREW.COM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's not a week that goes by when headlines don't capture drug trafficking of heroin or "fake" opioid pills being trafficked or sold in Utah. For example, a recent bust of cops arrested a man who they said had 41k pills in a home in Herriman containing fentanyl… and accused him of intending to sell. Do we know who's buying these, how addiction happens, and how deadly illicit drugs are now? Debbie asked Dr. David Deyhimy, Addiction Medicine Specialist in California, who walks us through what's driving young adults to experiment. Dr. Jen Plumb, Utah State Senator and Medical Director of Utah Naloxone, joins the discussion from See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why are so many young people in the United States feeling anxious and helpless? Board Certified Internist, Addiction Medicine Specialist, TV Host & Podcaster Dr. Drew Pinsky explains that due to the COVID-19 lockdowns and a nationwide addiction to social media, America's youth is facing a mental health crisis that has never been seen before.   Dr. Drew offers solutions on how to get children off of their phones and back into socializing face to face, why exposure to the internet at young ages negatively shapes your worldview and touches upon how A.I. could impact society.   Follow Martha on Twitter: @MarthaMacCallum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Holly Geyer is an Addiction Medicine Specialist at Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, AZ. Her passions lie within educating and building awareness toward prevalent drug issues. Specifically, the interpersonal link, what we can do to help ourselves and those we know who are struggling. A key part of her work focuses on quality of life and the best use of nondrug interventions for diseases such as cancer. However, OPIOID OVERDOSE is now the leading cause of death in persons 18-45, so Dr. Geyer includes stories of individuals and families dealing with drug addiction in her book "ENDING THE CRISIS: The Mayo Clinic's Guide to Opioid Addiction and Safe Opioid Use." It's an important guide for all of us. https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/authors/holly-l-geyer-m-d/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Holly Geyer is an Addiction Medicine Specialist at Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, AZ. Her passions lie within educating and building awareness toward prevalent drug issues. Specifically, the interpersonal link, what we can do to help ourselves and those we know who are struggling. A key part of her work focuses on quality of life and the best use of nondrug interventions for diseases such as cancer. However, OPIOID OVERDOSE is now the leading cause of death in persons 18-45, so Dr. Geyer includes stories of individuals and families dealing with drug addiction in her book "ENDING THE CRISIS: The Mayo Clinic's Guide to Opioid Addiction and Safe Opioid Use." It's an important guide for all of us.  https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/authors/holly-l-geyer-m-d/

Have you ever had someone light the flame of greatness within you? You know, that person who seems to have the magical power of mirroring your strengths back at you even when you can't see them in yourself? If you've ever had the fortune of having someone like that, then you know the kind of power that holds. When people constantly empower us and remind us of our strengths, we feel confident in who we are. This week's guest has the gift of helping others follow their curiosity and passion in a way that allows them to recognize their greatest strengths.   Andrew Soren is an ICF-certified coach through the Co-Active Training Institute and is the Founder and CEO of Eudaimonic by Design, a global network of facilitators, coaches, and advisors who share a passion for well-being and believe organizations must be designed to enable it. Together they harness the best of scholarship and years of experience to advise organizations and design systems that unlock potential and bring out the best in people.    For the past 20 years, Andrew has worked with some of the most recognized brands, non-profits, and public sector teams to co-create values-based cultures, develop positive leadership, and design systems that empower people to be their best. From marketing and human resources to brand revitalization, leadership development, and co-creating a high-performance culture, Andrew has a knack for business leadership and nurturing relationships.    By applying positive psychology and finding gratitude every day, Andrew can help people figure out their own path in life. Who is Andrew at his best? Helping others become their very best.    Topics Discussed: The power of appreciating the awe and wonder around us Unlocking your greatest potential to become your best self How practicing Positive Psychology helps us recognize greatness Implementing gratitude in your daily routine How to cultivate and nurture positive relationships To purchase your very own Positive Recovery Quality Connection Cards, simply email us at store@positiverecovery.com today!   Connect with Andrew on Social: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewsoren/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/andrewmsoren Connect with us on Social:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverymd/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Podcast Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street, Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   Dr. Jason Powers is the Addiction Medicine Specialist, Creator of Positive Recovery, and the Host of Positive Recovery MD podcast. This podcast will inspire and motivate its listeners and provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life. To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.  

True or false: Positive feelings towards aging can increase your life by up to 8 years longer. Our guest from Wyoming is practically shouting from the rooftops, "IT'S TRUE!". If you blame things on your age and feel diminished in your daily living, it can literally shorten your life. The secret to embracing getting older? Surrounding yourself with solid relationships, practicing gratitude, and admiring the modern miracles of life.   Deborah Healy Hammons, Consultant, Creative Writer, former PBS TV Producer, and former Minority Whip for the Wyoming House of Representatives, has a knack for seeing beauty all around her, even in mundane tasks. In our conversation, Deborah likened driving in rush-hour traffic to seeing a flock of birds communicating in sync. We may all have our own responsibilities and meetings to attend, we're all genuinely heading in the same direction, same flow of traffic.    She even shares her love for having a real, live person helping her check out at the grocery store over scanning at the self-checkout line because it allows her to bond with the person standing before her. When people generally try to avoid such arduous tasks, Deborah fully embraces them.    When it comes to living happier, more fulfilling lives, Deborah shares that appreciating the world's beauty allows us to cultivate a positive mindset and embrace the joy of living in the moment. And while we can't stop the world from turning and stop ourselves from getting older, we can simply age gracefully.    Topics Discussed: How to implement positive aging  The relationship between our feelings and how they contribute to  longevity  Creating a healthy environment to thrive  The importance of social networks and connecting with others Why we want to feel valued (and how to value others) How driving in traffic is like a flock of birds in communication. Learning to admire modern miracles of life To purchase your very own Positive Recovery Quality Connection Cards, simply email us at store@positiverecovery.com today!   Connect with us on Social!:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverymd/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Podcast Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street, Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and Creator of Positive Recovery, host the Positive Recovery MD podcast. This podcast will inspire and motivate its listeners and provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life. To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.  

Dr. Holly Geyer is an Addiction Medicine Specialist at Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, AZ, and is passionate about educating us about what we can do for those we know who may be struggling with drug issues. A key part of her work focuses on quality of life and the best use of drug-free interventions for diseases such as cancer. However, OPIOID OVERDOSE IS NOW THE LEADING CAUSE OF DEATH IN ADULTS 18-49, so Dr. Geyer includes stories of individuals and families dealing with drug addiction in her book, an important guide for all entitled: "ENDING THE CRISIS: The Mayo Clinic's Guide to Opioid Addiction and Safe Opioid Use." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Holly Geyer is an Addiction Medicine Specialist at Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, AZ, and is passionate about educating us about what we can do for those we know who may be struggling with drug issues. A key part of her work focuses on quality of life and the best use of drug-free interventions for diseases such as cancer. However, OPIOID OVERDOSE IS NOW THE LEADING CAUSE OF DEATH IN ADULTS 18-49, so Dr. Geyer includes stories of individuals and families dealing with drug addiction in her book, an important guide for all entitled: "ENDING THE CRISIS: The Mayo Clinic's Guide to Opioid Addiction and Safe Opioid Use."

Honoring people with love and respect has always been one of Julie DeNofa's greatest strengths. Serving as the President and original partner in the creation of Positive Recovery Centers and the Co-Host of Positive Recovery MD, it's evident that Julie has always been passionate about seeing others thrive in recovery. With over 25 years of experience helping families recover from substance use disorder, it's no secret that Julie truly has a heart for people.    In this conversation, Dr. Powers chats with Julie about her career path, from psychiatric nursing to nurturing families, and what it means to find deeper meaning and connection with others.    When asked, “Who are you at your best?”, Julie shares a heartfelt moment between her and a loved one battling fear and uncertainty after facing a sudden loss. By simply honoring them at that moment and unconventionally showcasing love, Julie was able to help her loved one find peace and healing. It's no secret that Julie has an entirely selfless and giving heart, even if it means putting her own struggles aside. She truly exemplifies what it means to nurture others.    And while many joys come from helping others, Julie will tell you that her greatest joys in life, above all else, are her three children. Topics Discussed: Difference between Risk vs. Protective factors  Understanding addiction as a family disease Viewing spirituality as an inter-connectedness with the world  Helping families find connection and healing through recovery Letting yourself be loved To purchase your very own Positive Recovery Quality Connection Cards, simply email us at store@positiverecovery.com today! Connect with us on Social!:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Podcast Instagram: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Podcast Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg  Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street, Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery, host the Positive Recovery MD podcast. This podcast will inspire and motivate its listeners and provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life. To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

Dr. Holly L. Geyerhttps://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/product/ending-the-crisis-mayo-clinics-guide-to-opioid-addiction-and-safe-opioid-use/Walter Wolfhttps://www.therightrehab.com/#Holly Geyer, M.D., author of Ending the Crisis, is an Addiction Medicine Specialist at Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Ariz. Her work is directed toward helping people with complex illnesses who are in the hospital, with special attention to addiction screening, evaluation and treatment for patients and families with concerns about substance use disorder. She is well published in high-impact scientific journals and book chapters and maintains an active international lecture schedule. She additionally serves as a Physician Director of the Mayo Clinic Physician Assistant Fellowship program. https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/product/ending-the-crisis-mayo-clinics-guide-to-opioid-addiction-and-safe-opioid-use/Walter Wolf is the pen name of a 30-year veteran of the movie and television industry who produced studio and independent films and television throughout the United States, Australia, and South Africa. That all changed in 2010 with one 3 A.M. call that a family member was in crisis due to addiction. Today, he is an interventionist who matches adults and adolescents with the right rehabs throughout the U.S. for their particular diagnosis, demographics, financial and personal needs. https://walterwolf.medium.com/This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3240061/advertisement

Holly Geyer, M.D., author of Ending the Crisis, is an Addiction Medicine Specialist at Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Ariz. Her work is directed toward helping people with complex illnesses who are in the hospital, with special attention to addiction screening, evaluation and treatment for patients and families with concerns about substance use disorder. A key part of her work focuses on quality of life and the best use of nondrug interventions for diseases such as cancer. In addition to her clinical activities, Dr. Geyer is active in research, patient advocacy and healthcare policy at an enterprise and state level. She is well published in high-impact scientific journals and book chapters and maintains an active international lecture schedule. She additionally serves as a Physician Director of the Mayo Clinic Physician Assistant Fellowship program.Cassandra Clare is the author of the #1 New York Times, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and Publishers Weekly bestselling Shadowhunter Chronicles. She is also the coauthor of the bestselling fantasy series Magisterium with Holly Black. The Shadowhunter Chronicles have been adapted as both a major motion picture and a television series. Her books have more than 50 million copies in print worldwide and have been translated into more than thirty-five languages. Cassandra lives in western Massachusetts with her husband and three fearsome cats.  Cassandra talked about the final book in her Last Hours trilogy, Chain of Thorns.

Dr. Drew Returns!Take a walk with me as I get to know even more about Dr. Drew Pinksy. Drew is a board certified physician and addiction medicine specialist who co-hosted the syndicated radio advice show Loveline for 32 years; as well as the MTV version and several other television programs. You know him. You love him. And he is back on the podcast to talk about his newest television show on Fox called Special Forces: World's Toughest Test. In this episode we chat a little about some of his books, and what he has been up to since the last time he was on. Then we discuss as much about the new TV show as possible without giving any spoilers!***2 HOUR SERIES PREMIER TONIGHT ON FOX 7 CST/ 8 PST***This competition show puts 16 celebrities in the Wadi Rum desert in Jordan for a 10 day special forces training like you have never seen. The cast: Beverly Mitchell, Jamie Lynn Spears, Kenya Moore, Mel B, Gus Kenworthy, Hannah Brown, Kate Gosselin, Nastia Liukin, Mike Piazza, Montell Jordan, Anthony Scaramucci, Dwight Howard, Carli Lloyd, Danny Amendola, Tyler Florence, and Dr. Drew Pinksy.

It's a brand new year, so what better time to introduce a brand new season of Positive Recovery MD? To kick off 2023, we are flipping the script and have a surprise host in store for you! You may know Dr. Jason Powers, M.D., MAPP, as the creator of the Positive Recovery approach, the Chief Medical Officer at Positive Recovery Centers, the Author of Positive Recovery Daily Guide, and the Co-Host of Positive Recovery MD. But this week, Dr. Powers is switching seats as George Joseph, CEO of Positive Recovery Centers, takes on the role of Podcast Host to interview Dr. Powers about his life, career, and heart behind serving others.  Dr. Jason Powers resides in Houston with his wife and three children and is a member of the Editorial Board of Addiction Prevention and Treatment Magazine. He has also blogged for Huffington Post and Psychology Today and is also the Author of When the Servant Becomes the Master, an A-to-Z guide to all things related to addiction. Dr. Powers is board-certified in Family Medicine and Addiction Medicine and received a Masters in Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Powers has been recognized as one of Houston's “Top Doctors” 6 times by H Texas Magazine and was awarded the Compassion Award by Sierra Tucson.  Throughout their discussion, George and Dr. Powers discuss the importance of creating a culture of service, the power of positive psychology, and the interconnectedness of human connection (and our beloved pets!). Topics Discussed: The gift of meeting people where they're at and speaking their language Why effective communication is key to building quality relationships The heart behind “Making Everything Matter” Recognizing love and connection as the opposite of addiction What it means to create meaning in life and not of life Defining Spirituality as “searching for the sacred in all things” To purchase your very own Positive Recovery Quality Connection Cards, email us at store@positiverecovery.com today! Dr. Powers' Current Book Recommendations: American Dirt: https://www.amazon.com/American-Dirt-Novel-Jeanine-Cummins/dp/1250209765  A Gentleman in Moscow: https://www.amazon.com/Gentleman-Moscow-Novel-Amor-Towles/dp/0670026190   Connect with us on Social!: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Podcast Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Contact Positive Recovery Centers: If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.  Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street, Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery, host the Positive Recovery MD podcast. This podcast will inspire and motivate its listeners and provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life. To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers: Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.  Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

A common misconception about recovery and living life sober is that you can't have any fun without substance use, especially during the Holiday season. But that certainly couldn't be further from the truth! We'd argue that the holidays are even more fun sober. You can wake up feeling guilt-free, cherish the memories from the night before, and there's no dreaded hangover.    Looking to ring in the New Year and begin 2023 on the right foot? Then you're in for a real treat as our guests, Sarah Bolton and Bree Brown, Co-Founders of Sober Eve, Houston's ONLY Soper Pop-Up Night Club, share with us how to embrace New Year's Eve without the temptation of champagne being passed to you at midnight.    Bree Brown, Director of Business Development for Cypress Lakes Lodge and Co-Founder of Sober Eve, has worked in the behavioral health industry since 2015. Her passion for the work has only multiplied over the years. Beginning in mental health primary treatment, she has now focused on Co-occurring treatment and helping connect communities to much-needed resources.   You may remember Sarah Bolton on Episode 25, where she talked about How to Master the Gift of Giving. Sarah sits on the Board of Directors for the Houston Chapter of the Texas Association of Addiction Professionals and is also the chair of the Spectrum Conference. Sarah has worked in business development for both local and national treatment centers and has also facilitated Mindful Art Programs for residential treatment centers. Now, she's back to share the incredible work she and Bree are doing with Sober Eve. Be sure to reserve your spot on New Year's Eve. We can't wait to see you there!    BUY YOUR TICKET HERE! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sobereve-htx-tickets-444332118327?fbclid=IwAR1466MFK9u5ETijgaYlu_dEYmHTcbkhGAifr-Au7OVa_LY4EsdUnqhGPQ8    Topics Discussed: The strength of eaning into difficult decisions rather than avoiding them Finding ways to connect with others through recovery Learning how to have fun on New Year's Eve without alcohol  How setting clear, healthy boundaries strengthens your relationships Showing up as your best self - boldly and authentically    Resources: LEARN MORE ABOUT Sober Eve: https://sobereve.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soberevehtx/  KHOU*11 Sober Eve Segment: https://www.khou.com/video/entertainment/television/programs/great-day-houston/houstons-only-sober-pop-up-night-club-can-get-your-year-off-to-a-healthier-start/285-22b4a270-ff31-4978-aa43-82c9d1930a9e  The Loved Ones Left Behind (Nonprofit): https://thelovedonesleftbehind.com/  Throwback to Ep. 25: https://open.spotify.com/episode/020EB9lqRXbJCkUZ9ooivl   Connect with Positive Recovery Centers:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Podcast Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street, Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

This week, Dr. Jason Powers and Julie DeNofa are joined by returning guest Casey Arrillaga, LMSW, LCDC. Casey is the Co-Host of the Addiction and the Family podcast, a Counselor at InMindOut Emotional Wellness Center, and a Therapist at Windmill Wellness Ranch. Casey is also the Author of two books, “Spirituality for People Who Hate Spirituality” and “Realistic Hope: The Family Survival Guide for Facing Alcoholism and Other Addictions.” With years of experience working with people of all kinds who have trouble using substances or behaviors compulsively, Casey helps them find healing from personality disorders, PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, and uncomfortable behaviors. He also has helped thousands of families heal and grow together through his podcast and by conducting hundreds of family workshops.  Casey comes with a positive, strengths-based approach that helps everyone involved see that they are good people struggling with difficult conditions. Casey believes everyone deserves relief from that struggle, and he takes joy in assisting others to learn to heal, grow, and ultimately soar.  Topics Discussed: Breaking down spiritual transformation outside of a religious lens Recognizing a sense of connection greater than ourselves How spirituality can provide us hope and healing through recovery  Redefining spirituality for those who aren't spiritual Bringing people together through community   Connect with Casey Arrillaga: Website: https://www.recoverytreemedia.com/ Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Spirituality-People-Who-Hate-Primer/dp/1737981521 Connect with Positive Recovery Centers: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Podcast Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg   Contact Positive Recovery Centers: If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.  Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street, Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.  This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.  To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers: Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.  Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

Emotions are a central part of how we operate day-to-day. It's in our human nature to feel emotional and be sensitive to different aspects of life. We all have strong feelings, and sometimes, we don't know what to do with them. Our guest today shares how to manage these strong emotions and feelings in a healthy way.    This week, we are talking with Arlina Allen, Life & Recovery Coach, Founder of Sober Life School, and Host of the award-winning Recovery podcast, “The ODAAT Chat Podcast.” Arlina has been sober since 4/23/94, married for 25 years, and is a mother of two amazing boys.  Her class "Reinvent-How To Rebuild Self-Esteem & End Self-Sabotage" is being taught to those who've suffered from low self-esteem, codependency, workaholism, and many other issues. It is also being taught in the CA and AZ Prison Systems to help provide healthy coping skills to inmates before they are released. In this episode, Arlina shares her personal recovery journey and how she was able to find freedom in expressing her emotions in a healthy way. We discuss why living in guilt and shame is detrimental to the recovery journey and how to shift our mindset around our past experiences. Arlina also shares the importance of gratitude and how it allows us to be present with our emotions. Topics Discussed The various feelings and emotions those in recovery face  How to manage “big feelings” in a healthy way  The importance of resolving resentment to live a life of empathy and compassion  Learning to live a meaningful life outside of guilt and shame Why the positive intention of gratitude and love leads to a fulfilling love  Connect with Arlina Allen  Website: http://www.soberlifeschool.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/odaatchat  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/odaatchat/    Additional Resources Reinvent Self-Esteem Course http://www.selfesteemcourse.com The ODAAT Chat Podcast http://www.odaatchat.com Connect with Positive Recovery Centers:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

Malissa M Barbosa, DO, MS, is a triple board-certified Family Physician and Addiction Medicine Specialist. As an osteopathic physician, Dr. Malissa's training at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine instilled the principles that the body is a unit comprised of mind, body, and spirit. With this knowledge, Dr. Malissa's approach to medicine addresses “Whole Person Care” to facilitate the process of true healing. Dr. Malissa's method of care involves her patients finding a common ground upon which treatment can commence by working with patients through their fears and insecurities. As an empathic and conscientious physician, Dr. Malissa is an advocate for both colleagues and patients.  In this Episode: Dr Barbosa discusses that her early resets in college and in her plans for medicine. Her philosophy is that failure is necessary- If we don't fail how do we ever learn?  She gives us a chance to not be so perfect.  We talk about how medicine can be a mistress and how it can overshadow the importance of family connection. What did she learn from women older than herself that was so helpful? She shares what she thinks help humanize us in our physician role. Lastly, we discuss how she has pivoted in her roles and what is next.  Pearls of Wellness Wisdom:  1- Don't fear Failure- it is here to help you learn. 2- Treat patients as Family. 3- Make yourself a Priority. 4- Protect your Peace- say No! 5- Be Clear and Ask for what you Need!

What if surrendering to your current addiction meant winning your future recovery?  What if being honest about your struggle meant finding a breakthrough?   Our guest shares his journey with alcohol addiction and how he finds freedom through humility and surrender.    This week, we are talking with MLB Hall of Famer Jeff Bagwell about Addiction Recovery. This week, we are talking with MLB Hall of Famer Jeff Bagwell about his Addiction Recovery. Jeff shares with us that despite fame and success, no one is immune to addiction. But, Jeff shares how sobriety has allowed him to leave a legacy of hope for adolescents in addiction.    Jeff Bagwell is an American former professional baseball first baseman and coach who spent his entire 15-year Major League Baseball (MLB) playing career with the Houston Astros.   In this episode, we discuss the importance of honesty in sharing your story and struggle. Jeff reminds us that when we are honest with ourselves and where we are at, this strengthens our recovery. When we have a strong community to help guide us along the way, we are able to make healthier and safer choices.   Topics Discussed The gift of humility and how it allows us to help others Overcoming shame and guilt during recovery Leaving a legacy of hope for adolescents in recovery The power of being honest with your story and struggle(s) How finding community leads to breakthrough Connect with Positive Recovery Centers:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street, Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network. 

This month Ben and Heather talk to toxicologist and forensic medicine specialist Professor Edward Ogden about substance abuse and family law. Professor Ogden has been studying the impact of drugs and alcohol for over 40 years. He is Deputy Director of the Centre for Human Psychopharmacology at Swinburne University, Addiction Medicine Specialist for Goulburn Valley Health and St Vincent's Hospital in Melbourne and a forensic medical consultant with Clinical Forensic Medicine. Professor Ogden shares his experience and knowledge on the impacts of drug and alcohol misuse and methods of testing. He and Heather McKinnon also discuss why drug and alcohol misuse if a concern in family law cases and how the Court deals with substance abuse claims. The show deals with the following areas: The science of toxicology. The most common drugs affecting our community. Why people abuse drugs and alcohol. The relevance of substance abuse in family law matters. How the Family Court deals with substance abuse allegations. Types of testing used to measure drug abuse, including:Urine and breath tests, Carbohydrate Deficiency Transfer (CDT) test, hair testing Possible means of contaminating drug tests, including: Shaving or using hair dyes before a hair test, claiming the drug got into your system from the environment, claiming your prescription drug was mistaken for an illicit substance, drinking large amounts of water before a urine test

In this encore presentation, Dr. Powers and Julie DeNofa are speaking with Dr. Joe Galati, M.D., about alcohol addiction, liver transplants, and Dr. Galati's passion for helping his patients find healing and recovery.  A native of Long Island, New York, Dr. Joe Galati was raised in a family where good nutrition and family were ways of life. Today, his practice, Liver Specialists of Texas and the Metabolic Liver Center (Fatty Liver Disease Clinic), is devoted to the care of patients with all facets of liver diseases, obesity, fatty liver, and related disorders.  He received his undergraduate degree at Syracuse University and attended St. George's University School of Medicine. Following medical school, Dr. Galati was an Intern and Resident in Internal Medicine at the State University of New York Health Science Center-Brooklyn (formerly Downstate Medical Center)/Kings County Hospital Center, one of the premier teaching hospitals in the country. He remained an additional year in the department to assume responsibilities as the Chief Medical Resident in the Department of Medicine. He traveled to Omaha, Nebraska, to perform his gastroenterology and hepatology transplant fellowship at the University of Nebraska. Dr. Galati and his family came to Houston and the Texas Medical Center in 1994. Dr. Galati is a national and international speaker and founder of Your Health First Education, a 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to provide education and support to the public, raising awareness about liver disease, obesity, alcohol abuse, nutrition, disease screening, and early intervention.  Since 2003, Dr. Galati has created consumer-oriented radio programming on health and wellness, producing and hosting “Your Health First,” a one-hour radio program each weekend, heard on iHeart Radio's 740 am KTRH. When he's not practicing medicine, Dr. Galati is an avid photographer and is a board member of the Entrepreneur's Organization, supporting entrepreneurs in all corners of the world. In this episode, Dr. Powers, Julie, and Dr. Galati explore the stigma(s) behind alcoholism and why ethicists believe there is no difference between healing various illnesses. Dr. Galati also shares with us the importance of eating healthy foods that fuel our bodies.  Topics Discussed: Why believing in yourself is essential to achieving your goals Balancing both physical and emotional healing within addiction  Ethics around treating patients with various health issues The stigma around alcoholism and liver transplants Recognizing food as fuel for the body  Connect with Dr. Joe Galati: Website: https://drjoegalati.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drjoegalati  Learn More About Dr. Galati's Work: Eating Yourself Sick (book) https://www.amazon.com/Eating-Yourself-Sick-Obesity-Diabetes/dp/159932914X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1525385765&sr=8-1&keywords=eating+yourself+sick  Liver Specialists of Texas https://www.texasliver.com  Entrepreneurs' Organization https://hub.eonetwork.org  Connect with Positive Recovery Centers: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg  Contact Positive Recovery Centers: If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.   Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street, Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/   --- About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.   This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.   To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery  to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers: Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.   Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

This week, Dr. Powers and Julie DeNofa chat with Jesse Tucker, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Founder and Provider of Carencia. Carencia is Outpatient Mental Health and Addiction Clinic that specializes in the care provided by nurse practitioners that address Recovery through Psychiatry-Informed Care and Psychotherapy. Prior to Carencia, Jesse started his career in Pediatric Psychiatry, where he met his beautiful wife in the Inpatient Unit (they say you shouldn't find romance in the inpatient unit, but it has worked out so far). He transitioned to Addiction Treatment, where he had the opportunity to serve in many administrative and clinical capacities, including as the Regional Director of Nursing. He has presented on Mental Health and Addiction topics for various local and national conferences and roundtables.  When he is not working at Carencia or helping the community through his services, he is spending time with his beautiful wife and three amazing children. Jesse enjoys being active in outdoor sports such as biking and hiking and likes to spend time reading and traveling. In this episode, Jesse shares the problem with addiction that is commonly overlooked, the importance of seeing opportunities during hard times, and why talking about Mental Health is one of the best things we can do for those struggling.  Topics Discussed: Why rebuilding relationships is essential to Recovery The truth about Spiritual Growth and Sobriety  How Covid-19 opened the door for TeleHealth  Thriving past Post-Traumatic Growth  Destigmatizing Mental Health Disorders & normalizing Mental Health Connect with Jesse Tucker Website: https://www.carencia.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CarenciaMentalHealthcare Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carenciamentalhealth/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/carencia/ Connect with Positive Recovery Centers: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg Contact Positive Recovery Centers: If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.  Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street, Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.  This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.  To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers: Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.  Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

Tollemache. Recently headlining the Sober Recovery committee's Addicted to Comedy, Sarah Tollemache is a sketch writer who has been a professional comedian for over a decade and is often described as dry, quirky, and hilarious. Starting in Houston, Texas, Sarah quickly made a name for herself when she was named ‘Best Local Comedian' by the Houston Press and later was the winner of the prestigious Houston's Funniest Contest.  After being featured on consecutive seasons of NBC's ‘Last Comic Standing' Sarah took her talents to New York City. Since moving to New York, Sarah has been named one of the Top 20 Female Comics to Follow on Twitter by the Huffington Post. In 2017, she appeared on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert, followed by another late-night appearance on the Late Late Show with James Corden. She has also appeared on Comedy Central's Roast Battle.  When she's not touring comedy clubs around the country, she can be seen regularly at the Comedy Cellar and New York Comedy club in New York City. You can also now check out her new special, Voluptuous Boy, on YouTube. Be sure to tune in as Dr. Powers, Julie, Jamie, and Sarah take a deep dive into the beauty of recovery, overcoming guilt and shame, and finding community through comedy.  Topics Discussed: Finding the ease of everyday life through recovery  Letting go of what you can't control and finding joy in what you can The best way to help our loved ones by simply holding space for them Just showing up and being our complete, whole selves without judgment Connect with Sarah Tollemache: Website: https://www.sarahtcomedy.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stollemache/  Podcast: https://www.sarahtcomedy.com/ladyjourneypodcast Connect with Positive Recovery Centers: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Contact Positive Recovery Centers: If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.  Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.  This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.  To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.  Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

This week, we are talking with Randy Grimes, Baylor University Graduate and an award-winning 10-year veteran of the NFL for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Spending nearly 20+ years battling an addiction to painkillers developed while treating career- related injuries, Randy now uses his inspiring story of recovery and his 10+ years in the addictions industry. As an Interventionist and founding advocate at Athletes In Recovery,  Randy helps victims recover from drug and alcohol abuse.   One of Randy's leading reasons for helping athletes recover from their substance use is due to the gripping reality of inauthenticity with injuries on the playing field. As we discuss what it's like to suffer in silence, we find that there is a huge stigma attached to athletes and how they deal with their pain. Whether it's a physical injury or mental health, athletes are often led to put on a fake face for their fans.    Randy shares how easy it is to hide the pain on and off the field and what it's like to feel alone in your addiction. As Randy shares his personal story with humility and honesty, he transforms the narrative to focus on prevention, intervention, and treatment for substance use disorders and other health challenges. Join us as we dive into what led to Randy's ultimate recovery and his heart behind helping others along the way.    Topics Discussed: Unhealthy stigmas behind professional athletes' injuries Overwhelming emotions behind hiding your pain and struggle The harsh reality of hitting rock bottom and losing your identity Breaking the stigma behind asking for help Accepting people where they're at  To learn more about Randy Grimes and his recovery journey, follow Athletes in Recovery https://proathletesinrecovery.org. And be sure to check out Randy Grimes' new book, Off CenteRX, “An All-American Story of Desperation to Deliverance” https://www.amazon.com/Off-Center-Addiction-Redemption-Professional/dp/0984591761  Connect with Positive Recovery Centers:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

This week, Dr. Jason Powers is joined by Nicholas Kardaras, Ph.D., LCSW-R. Dr. Kardaras is an Ivy League-educated psychologist, best-selling author, internationally renowned speaker, and an expert on mental health, addiction, and the impacts of our digital age. ​He was a professor at Stony Brook Medicine and has developed clinical treatment programs all over the country. Dr. Kardaras is also the founder and Chief Clinical Officer of Maui Recovery in Hawaii, Omega Recovery in Austin, and the Launch House in New York. He is also a frequent contributor to Psychology Today and FOX News and has appeared on Good Morning America, ABC's 20/20, CNN, the CBS Evening News, PBS, NPR, and FOX & Friends.    Dr. Kardaras is the author of the best-selling "Glow Kids" (St. Martin's Press, 2016), the seminal book on the clinical, neurological, and sociological aspects of Technology Addiction (Smart Phones, Video Games, Social Media, etc.), which has now been translated into 10 languages. In his book, "How Plato and Pythagoras Can Save Your Life" (Conari, 2011), Dr. Kardaras uses philosophy to help work with and treat young people who are struggling with an existential crisis. You can also pre-order his latest book, “Digital Madness: How Big Tech is Driving Our Mental Health Pandemic-and the Ancient Prescription for Sanity,” which explores the revolutionary research that reveals technology's damaging effect on mental illness and suicide rates―and offers a way out.   Be sure to tune in as Dr. Powers and Dr. Kardaras explore the modern addiction to digital escapism, the problem with black and white thinking, and how too much technology is affecting our mental health.    Topics Discussed: How screens are shaping our minds and the mental health crisis The REAL problem with polarization and black & white thinking  How digital media feeds into ecocentrism by responding to immediate needs Understanding shame in the appropriate setting as a natural human emotion    Connect with Nicholas Kardaras:   Email: drk@omegarecovery.org  Website: http://www.drkardaras.com    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

This week, Dr. Jason Powers and Julie DeNofa are joined by Helena Washington, M.Ed., LCDC, ICADC, MAC. Helena is a licensed addiction specialist, mental wellness, behavioral health diversity authority, and media contributor with over 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and preserving family systems. Due to Helena's clinical rooting in mental health, her passion is working with a holistic and collaborative approach to mental wellness and educating communities, organizations, and corporations. She has worked for treatment programs, in corrections, and acute care settings, as a clinician and program manager, and for many years in private practice.    She obtained her Bachelor Degrees in Psychology and Sociology from Grambling State University and her Master's Degree in Counseling in 2001, from Bowling Green State University, with a focus on brain trauma, addiction, mental and emotional health, physical wellness, diversity, adolescent, and women's concerns. As a CBT/DBT trained practitioner, Helena is also trained in Trauma & Grief Component Therapy-Adolescents and Adults, a part of the Texas Children's Collaborative Group for Trauma Care and Trauma Informed Care.    Presently, she runs her private practice and behavioral health consulting firm, BraveBird Recovery and Wellness, PLLC, in Houston, Texas. Additionally, Helena is the current President Houston Chapter Texas Association of Addiction Professionals Board ( State of Texas Association of Addiction Professionals, governed by NAADAC); on the Houston Harris County Office of Drug Policy; former Board of Directors, Liberian Association of Greater Houston, and a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated.    This dedicated mother of three, and grandmother of one, immigrated to the United States from Monrovia, Liberia, West Africa, as a child. She describes her greatest professional success as being an integral partner in the process of healing that takes place in those living with disruptive behavioral health challenges and promoting family preservation.   Topics Discussed: What it means to practice a holistic and collaborative approach Learning how to set healthy boundaries with your loved ones Post-Traumatic Growth: letting go of grief to find peace  Helping others recognize their bravery to live the best lives possible    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

Dr. Jason Powers and Julie DeNofa are joined by Steven W. Murphy. Steve has been in the chemical dependency field for over 34 years and is a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (License 4923) and Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor(1299-0900). His experience includes both direct clinical and administrative functions in Inpatient treatment centers, Outpatient treatment programs, Group practices, and Corrections services. Steve has a long history in addiction counselor training, consulting, and counseling for adults, adolescents, impaired professionals, and criminal justice clients. He started contacting probation and parole departments in 1983 to offer services to criminal justice clients who needed help overcoming addictions. He was the owner of Alamo Recovery Centers, Inc., which contracted with state and county criminal justice departments to provide outpatient services as an alternative to incarceration from 1994 until 2001. They opened 3 offices and were treating 250 clients per month. He was also the president of the Bexar County Treatment Coalition – an agency comprised of local inpatient and outpatient treatment programs focused on maintaining high-quality services to criminal justice clients from 1998 to 2002. Steve was the coordinator of Celebrate Recovery, a Christian 12-step program that encompasses all forms of addiction, from 2002 until 2005. ​​ Steve is currently in private practice at Alamo City Treatment Services providing evaluations for anyone arrested in any state for alcohol or drug-related incidents, custody issues, the Board of Nursing, Pharmacists, Doctors, Dentists, CPAs, Attorneys, Clergy, FAA INS, Department of Defense. He was the director of the San Antonio branch of the Institute for Chemical Dependency Studies, a proprietary school, training students to become Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselors from 2004-2015, and is the Director of Addiction Counselor Training School in San Antonio since 2016, and the Houston school opened in 2019. He is currently an intensive outpatient program affiliate of Positive Recovery, LLC. The intensive outpatient program provides 9-14 hours per week of education, individual therapy, family therapy, and group therapy. Positive Recovery - San Antonio is part of a large network of drug and alcohol treatment providers offering 1 inpatient hospital and 11 intensive outpatient service agencies throughout Texas, based on the 12 steps and Positive Psychology. Topics Discussed: How spirituality is a powerful force in our lives and in recovery Shifting the perspective from “I have to” to “I get to” Using the Positive Recovery approach to find solutions Learning to slow down, take a pause, and stay present Connect with Steve Murphy: Call: (210) 541-8400  Email: steve.murphy@positiverecovery.com  Counselor Training - San Antonio: https://www.facebook.com/myacts.training/  PRC - San Antonio: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoverySanAntonio/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-murphy-65310931/  Alamo City Treatment Services: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Alamo-City-Treatment-Services/147340145696530  Connect with Positive Recovery Centers: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg  Contact Positive Recovery Centers: If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.  Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.  This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.  To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers: Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.  Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

“Light is the symbol of truth.” – James Russell Lowell  Although our past may include days of darkness, when we shed light on our past mistakes, we illuminate our future. By acknowledging our past, taking ownership of our mistakes, and bringing light to the darkness, we are able to pave the way for others to do the same. This week's guest on Positive Recovery MD shares her recovery journey and how she encourages women to pursue a meaningful life worth living.  Dr. Jason Powers and Julie DeNofa are joined by Kendal Garza, President, Owner, and Head of Operations of Breathe Lodge, a sober living home for women. Kendal also works part-time as the Customer Service Coordinator for Ameriprise Financial. She's a proud wife and mother of three, and her mission in life is to help other women become stronger in their recovery and provide a safe support system for growth. Kendal is also in recovery from heroin and is celebrating one year sober as of February 23rd, 2021.  During their conversation, Kendal shares the power of taking ownership of our past mistakes and why actions speak louder than our words alone. Kendal also shares the importance of paving the way for women in recovery and what it means to instill truth and light into her children's lives.  Topics Discussed: Growing in Spirituality and understanding a Higher Power The Power of Abstinence through Recovery Learning to forgive yourself as a woman and mother  How we can diminish the power of our past mistakes  Connect with Kendal Garza: Call: 832-804-0073  Email: breathesoberliving@yahoo.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breathesoberliving/  Connect with Positive Recovery Centers: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg  Contact Positive Recovery Centers: If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.  Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.  This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.  To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers: Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.  Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

In this podcast, Addiction Medicine Specialist and GP, Dr Hester Wilson is joined by Dr Martina Gleeson, Sydney GP to discuss the NSW Opioid Treatment Program Dr Wilson and Dr Gleeson discuss: - the implementation of SafeScript NSW - the how, why and when of assessment and treatment for opioid use disorder including available treatments and medications, managing withdrawal risks, contingency plans and the benefits of ongoing treatment - the importance collaboration and open communication between patient, family and treating team (doctor, pharmacist, pain clinic etc) - Naloxone and recognising an overdose - Free support services for GPs in NSW such as the Drug and Alcohol Specialist Advisory Service and Opioid Treatment Education for Health Professionals in NSW - Relationships with AOD support services and the Local Health Districts. For further support please reach out to the following AOD support service: • For clinical advice: Drug & Alcohol Specialist Advisory Service (DASAS)- https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/WBZhCANp3nuL7XvfG_ru9?domain=svhs.org.au • For support finding pharmacies and other services that provide OTP in your area: The Opioid Treatment Line (OTL) - https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/HzgACBNq3gupErgT6n4pO?domain=svhs.org.au • For Opioid Treatment Education for Health Professionals in NSW (free courses) : https://otac.org.au/

This week, Dr. Jason Powers and Julie DeNofa are joined by Joseph Gorordo. Joseph is a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor who has been in substance abuse treatment since 2009. In long-term recovery since 2008, Joseph is also the Vice President of Business Development for Recovery Unplugged, Former President of the Austin Chapter of the Texas Association of Addiction Professionals, and current President-Elect for that same organization.    In 2019, Joseph was awarded the Terry D. Hale Professional of the Year award and has built and developed various programs, including Residential Treatment, Intensive Outpatient Programs, and Extended Care Programs. Joseph also co-hosts the Talksicology Podcast, a weekly live discussion on mental health, addiction, and recovery.   During their conversation, Joseph shares how he never felt like he fit in growing up, leading to experimenting with drugs and alcohol. However, drugs and alcohol quickly became his identity and consumed his life. After years of justifying his addiction, stealing money from his mom to pay for drugs, and trying to live up to the facade of living a rockstar movie lifestyle, Joseph knew he needed to make a change.    In long-term recovery, Joseph now creates opportunities for others to find their way back. He recognizes how helpless many families feel when witnessing their loved ones struggling with addiction and provides resources to help them on their road to recovery. Joseph says the greatest thing recovery ever gave him was a loving family. By assisting individuals with their addictions, he can extend that same love and gratitude.    Topics Discussed: Great lengths families often go to help loved ones facing addiction Why a strong community is essential to our recovery journey Learning to forgive others by learning to forgive yourself Why living a double life catches up with us when battling addiction The greatest gift recovery can give us    Connect with Joseph Gorordo, LCDC:   Website: ​​https://www.recoveryunplugged.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joseph.gorordo  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinsoberdad/  Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/422YfzhbHRBMiKJXfs1uva    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

This week, Dr. Jason Powers and Julie DeNofa are joined by Ava Profota, CSW-S, CSAT-S, CMAT-S. Ms. Profota is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), certified sex addiction therapist (CSAT), certified multiple addictions therapist (CMAT), and supervisor for all three credentials. She practiced and supervised clinical services in a residential SUDs center for six years & treated multi-addictions and co-occurring diagnoses, and launched a clinical track for sex and love addiction & family of origin trauma.    In addition to CSAT training with Patrick Carnes, she has trained with Pia Mellody in childhood developmental trauma resolution & studied the work of Bruce Perry, M.D., who recently wrote a book with Oprah on childhood developmental trauma. Ava founded Inner Loop Counseling in 2010 to treat trauma & addictions in an IOP. Ms. Profota was voted Counselor of the Year by the Houston regional Texas Association of Addiction Professionals.   Topics Discussed: How early pain, trauma, & our environment can affect our developmental brains  The effectiveness of brain-based trauma interventions Understanding somatic experiencing, EMDR, and brainspotting Where trauma lives in our brains and bodies Advanced resourcing in brain spotting (Positive energy, feelings, & thoughts)   Connect with Ava Profota, LCSW-S, CSAT-S, CMAT-S:   Website: https://innerloopcounseling.com    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

This week, Dr. Jason Powers is joined by Tanya Kraege APSW, CSAC, MSW, CCAR Coach, CCAR Trainer, WICPS Trainer. Tanya is a Crisis Worker at Journey Mental Health and she is the Drug Poisoning Prevention Team Manager at Safe Communities MDC. She specializes in working with people with substance use challenges, women using substances during pregnancy, trauma, relationships, and mental health challenges. Tanya has worked in mental health and substance use for 14 years and currently oversees Recovery Coaches and Certified Peer Specialists who work in various environments in Dane County, Wisconsin, to support people with substance use challenges and affected families.    Over the past few years in this role, Tanya has secured grant funding to design and implement a Salesforce-based recovery practice management solution that has increased productivity by 40% in peer provider management and has given her the flexibility to serve over 1600 people in her community. Tanya also works as a crisis worker at Dane County Crisis and consults around the Country regarding anti-stigma work and peer provider programs. Tanya played a role in the Health Care Task Force on Safe Opioid Prescribing by participating in the academic detailing program for working with clinicians on co-prescribing Naloxone with opioid prescription medications.    In addition to being a Clinical Social Worker, Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor, and community advocate, Tanya is also a Recovery Coach, Recovery Coach Trainer, and Certified Peer Specialist Trainer. She uses her story of addiction and recovery to help others gain hope and insight into new ways of living.   Topics Discussed: Healing from childhood trauma through recovery and therapy The journey of authenticity and learning to love yourself Rooting for the underdog and rising from the ashes of our past  Recognizing privilege and learning from others' experiences    Connect with Tanya Kraege:   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanya-kraege-92572b53/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/TKraege    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

This week, Julie DeNofa is joined by Jill Robin Payne, MA, LPC-S, LCDC. Jill is a Licensed Professional Counselor – Supervisor and a Licensed Chemical Dependency counselor who is also Certified in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAGALA).  She is also a Wife and Mother to her one son, Taylor, and resides in Houston, Texas, where she maintains her private practice. Jill is heard weekly on a local radio station commenting on the intersection of current events and social psychology. She also has appeared numerous times on both national television and radio. During her over 40 years of work experience in the Mental Health field, she has given numerous lectures and taught a college-level Behavior Modification course as an adjunct professor. She has written two books on relationships, "Meeting People; It's Not a Game" and "Bempathy®- Looking thru Children's Eyes to Simplify Communication," and continues to work with diverse people with various issues. As a published author and motivational speaker, Jill works to empower individuals in the choice and meaning of their relationships. Jill has lectured in seminars and symposiums across Houston, Texas. She has contracted at pain clinics and partial hospitalization programs throughout her career as a psychotherapist to facilitate stress, pain, and anger management programs and provide cognitive behavioral therapy. Jill is a member of the American Counseling Association, Houston Alumnae Chapter of ZTA, Texas State Society, and a lifetime member of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.  Topics Discussed: The many benefits of Equine Psychotherapy Differences between Empathy and Sympathy Unpacking the Three Types of Personalities Finding motivation that drives you toward your goal(s)   Connect with Jill Payne, MA, LPC-S, LCDC: Website: https://jillrobinpayne.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JillRobinPayne/  Additional Resources: Bempathy: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09LGNR1YB  Meeting People; It's Not A Game: https://www.amazon.com/Meeting-People-Its-Not-Game/dp/131268237X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1430070953&sr=8-1&keywords=jill+payne  Connect with Positive Recovery Centers: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Contact Positive Recovery Centers: If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.  Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.  This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.  To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers: Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.  Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

In this episode we interview Dr. Patrick Beeman, M.D., an OBGYN, Addiction Medicine Specialist, and the Co-Founder & CEO of medical and health podcast platforms InsideTheBoards and Ars Longa Media. Dr. Beeman tells how he went from being a philosophy major in undergrad to becoming an OBGYN and recently gaining additional specialization in Addiction Medicine all while keeping his passion for medical ethics. He also talks about his vast experience with medical education and podcasting, including being the Director of Undergraduate Medical Education at OnlineMedEd and founding the medical education podcast network, InsideTheBoards. Dr. Beeman closes with discussing how he has Co-Founded Ars Longa Media, a medical, health, and wellness podcast network that is developing a variety of podcasts covering mental health, COVID, medical true crime, medical education, and his latest show in development: Code Periwinkle, a sketchy comedy medical podcast. *Views expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals, not their respective institutions 20% off Discount Code (TDH20) for DaVinci Academy's online video courses for Anatomy, Histology, and Biochemistry available at https://www.dviacademy.com/ Podcast Website: https://www.dviacademy.com/the-davinci-hour eBooks for anatomy and biochemistry available on: Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/books/author?id=Maxwell+Cooper+M.D Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/M.D.-Maxwell-Cooper/e/B086XHSK3R YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DaVinciAcademyMed/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DviAcademy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davinci_academy1/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dviacademy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/davinci-academy---dviacademy.com

This week, Dr. Jason Powers and Julie DeNofa are joined by Clifton Gillock, Co-Founder of KICPOPS, an award-winning ice popsicle company that uses locally sourced, healthy, and natural products. Aside from being a husband, a father to a new baby girl, and a business owner, Clifton is also an Executive Committee Board Member at Archway Academy and is in long-term recovery.   Clifton shares with Dr. Powers and Julie how he got introduced to alcohol and opioids as a teenager and what eventually led to his sobriety. Clifton owes his recovery to his mom and family for supporting him through his opioid addiction and why sobriety is the most challenging yet rewarding thing he has ever experienced. Dr. Powers, Julie, and Clifton also discuss the importance of keeping a positive outlook on life and taking time to appreciate how far we have come on our own recovery journey.    Topics Discussed: Why having a solid support system is essential to recovery Understanding addiction as a "Family Disease" & how to recover together How addiction keeps us in a cycle of "Chasing the next high" The Power of a Spiritual Awakening   Connect with Clifton Gillock:   Website: https://www.kicpops.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clifton-gillock-25839754/ Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.     What is Positive Recovery?   Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in Recovery at work, and at home; this is our core purpose, our “Why.” We creatively apply science to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking; it is not a magic pill, nor self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing practical approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

This week, Dr. Jason Powers is joined by George Youngblood, LCDC, ADCIII, CCS. George is the Chief Executive Officer at Teen and Family Services and the founding Board Chairman of the Association of Alternative Peer Groups. He has been successfully counseling adolescents and families for over twenty years and will celebrate 30 years of uninterrupted sobriety.    George has provided training for the staff of several local school districts, including Spring Branch ISD, Katy ISD, and Houston ISD. He has provided outcome research for Baylor College of Medicine and the University of Texas Health Science Center. He has also been a guest lecturer at Case Western, University of Texas, Texas Tech, and St. Thomas Universities.    George has had frequent appearances with local media to educate the community on issues related to substance abuse and other addictive behaviors. He has also trained hundreds of counselors and other mental health professionals on adolescent-specific counseling approaches. George received the 2012 Addiction Professional of the Year and Member of the Year awards from the Houston Chapter of the National Association of Addiction Professionals in 2013.   Click here to learn more about TAFS or purchase tickets to TAFS's 7th Annual Spring Luncheon Fundraiser https://www.teenandfamilyservices.org/events/spring-breakfast-2020    Topics Discussed: Why community is essential for Long-Term Recovery  Building relationships through shared experiences  How past survivor mechanisms become our Future Strengths  The importance of focusing on “Whole Health”   Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame

In this podcast, Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr Hester Wilson will explore Opioid use disorder and what that looks like in practice, including OAT. She is joined by Dr Martina Gleeson, GP and Louisa Jansen who will be sharing experience of opioid dependence.

This week, Dr. Jason Powers and Julie DeNofa are joined by Sheraz Hassanein, Admissions Assistant at Positive Recovery Centers.    Sheraz is an undergraduate student at the University of Alberta, graduating this year with a BA in Psychology and Sociology. She hopes to continue working in this field and pursue a Master's in counseling/clinical psychology this fall. A few interesting facts about Sheraz is that she was born in Egypt but raised in Canada and can speak three different languages. She is also passionate about traveling and loves learning new things.   In this conversation, Dr. Powers, Julie, and Sheraz discuss the power of positive psychology and how to apply positive interventions to your own recovery journey. They also discuss the gift of helping others flourish through recovery and what it's like starting a brand new life worth living for.     Topics Discussed: Living life with authenticity and intentionality  Embracing change and the beauty of growth Helping others feel seen by acknowledging their strengths Being aware of others' thoughts and feelings   Connect with Sheraz Hassanein:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sherazhs/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/sheraz_hs Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.     What is Positive Recovery?   Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in Recovery at work, and at home; this is our core purpose, our “Why.” We creatively apply science to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking; it is not a magic pill, nor self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing practical approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

This week, Dr. Jason Powers is joined by Stephen Cochran, Principal and Owner of Cochran Design Studio. For Stephen, a series of tumultuous events in his teen years set off the addictive gene that sent him spinning into chaos.    At age 14, Stephen's mother committed suicide, and at age 16, Stephen got married and had a child. And one year later, his younger brother died in a car crash. Shortly thereafter, Stephen's wife filed for divorced and left him with his daughter. Stephen's solution to these events and everything else was alcohol and drugs, which, as you may guess, was a disaster.    In 1990, Stephen got clean and stayed sober for five years, in which he got an education in Architecture and built a life with his new wife and daughter. Unfortunately, ego and lack of diligence took Stephen out for ten years of scorched earth. After a series of jails, institutions, and yes, death on October 4, 2005, Stephen crawled out of the soul-sucking madness. Stephen started the recovery process, and today his life is joyously centered around sobriety and family.   Dr. Powers and Stephen discuss accepting people where they are at and how group therapy is a mirror to our soul, as well as the blessing of recovery and the gift of a second chance.    Topics Discussed:   Learning to identify emotions and make connections The most surprising thing learned in recovery  Empathy as the connecting factor in relationships Gratitude: staying grounded and loving life   Connect with Stephen Cochran:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephen.cochran.5  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steviethesaint/ Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.     What is Positive Recovery?   Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in Recovery at work, and at home; this is our core purpose, our “Why.” We creatively apply science to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking; it is not a magic pill, nor self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing practical approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

This week, Dr. Jason Powers and Julie DeNofa are joined by Peter Maldonado, a Houston Clinical Outreach Representative at Discovery Behavioral Health.   Peter is in long-term recovery and hasn't had a drink or a drug since May 2, 2020. Although he was born in a small town in East Texas, Peter was always attracted to city life. Ironically, Peter was sent to a treatment center in Austin, Texas, where his recovery journey started. Austin is also where his career in Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder began.    Peter has worked in the field since October of 2009 and has been a part of two startup treatment centers. And he has also helped develop the recovery specialist program at Nova Recovery Center. Through his experience, Peter learned to be open-minded and listen to struggling individuals to understand better how he can support them in their journeys.    Although Peter's approach to recovery is blunt and honest, he is also very compassionate. He loves to see people progress and grow in their journey, but he also understands that the recovery journey isn't linear.    Topics Discussed: The power of showing up and overcoming Imposter Syndrome How Mentorship increases our chances of Long-Term Recovery Differentiating between Personal Recovery and a Career in Recovery The Keys for Long-Lasting Recovery  Respecting the “Disease of Addiction” and recognizing a person's humanity Finding Identity through the Yoga Community    Connect with Peter Maldonado:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peter.maldonado2  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/txsoberyogi/ Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.     What is Positive Recovery?   Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in Recovery at work, and at home; this is our core purpose, our “Why.” We creatively apply science to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking; it is not a magic pill, nor self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing practical approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

This week, Dr. Jason Powers and Julie DeNofa are joined by Dow Hickam, Owner of Top Drawer Lingerie. Dow's journey to sobriety is a cautionary tale involving getting sober when he was 19 years old working a good program for several years.  After celebrating four years of sobriety, Dow suffered a series of events and poor decision-making that ultimately led to a relapse in his 5th year of sobriety. Little did he know that he would spend the next seven years turned to a downward spiral that brought him to new lows he never dreamed of experiencing. When Dow finally got sober on May 23rd, 2008, the wake of destruction he left behind still affects his life to this day. Dr. Jason Powers, Julie, and Dow discuss how sobriety creates space for self-awareness and confidence in who we are. Dow also shares his recovery journey and how connecting with a Higher Power through yoga and prayer has allowed him to find a deeper meaning in life. Dow equates the ability to make major life decisions by praying for the small, daily decisions. By focusing on the small steps day by day, we have the confidence to face major challenges.  Topics Discussed: Finding Self-Awareness and Self-Confidence through Sobriety How Recovery grants us deeper and more meaningful experiences  Learning to face our fears and overcome trials  Connecting to a Higher Power through Yoga and Recovery  Connect with Dow Hickam: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dbhickam  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dowhickam/ Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast: Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg  Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Contact Positive Recovery Centers: If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.  Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.  This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.  To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers: Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.  Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.   What is Positive Recovery? Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in Recovery at work, and at home; this is our core purpose, our “Why.” We creatively apply science to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking; it is not a magic pill, nor self-help.  Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing practical approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

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This week, Dr. Jason Powers and Julie DeNofa are joined by Heather Ogburn Stokes, Founder, and CEO of Serenity Light Recovery, LLC. Topics Discussed: Overcoming the victim mindset and accepting the past to grow How sobriety allows us the gift to live life to the fullest  Turning “anxiety” into “excitement” through recovery Why extending small acts of kindness can make the greatest impact   Connect with Serenity Light Recovery:   Website: https://serenitylightrecovery.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SerenityLightRecovery   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serenitylightrecovery/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/serenity-light-recovery/?viewAsMember=true    Additional Resources:   SLR Upper Kirby - https://serenitylightrecovery.com/houston-addiction-treatment-center/intensive-outpatient-program-houston/ Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.     What is Positive Recovery?   Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in Recovery at work, and at home; this is our core purpose, our “Why.” We creatively apply science to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking; it is not a magic pill, nor self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing practical approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

This week, Dr. Powers and Julie DeNofa are joined by Navid Khodaparast, Chief Science Officer and Founder of Spark Biomedical. Dr. Khodaparast has a Ph.D. in Neurophysiology that focuses on using Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) to promote innate restorative brain plasticity and treat neurological disease. His research is considered foundational for the principle of target neuroplasticity training and has led to multiple VNS clinical trials for stroke rehabilitation.    Dr. Khodaparast has over ten years of experience translating neuromodulatory therapies to treat neurological and psychiatric disorders. He is a scientifically-driven entrepreneur who has led clinical research at multiple early-stage medical device companies involved in Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and Cardiac Disease.   Over the past five years, Dr. Khodaparast has been the lead Principal Investigator for multiple successful NIH-funded studies. His publications have received over 800 citations, and he is an inventor of transcutaneous auricular neurostimulation. More recently,  Dr. Khodaparast co-founded and serves as Chief Science Officer for Spark Biomedical, where he is responsible for overseeing Spark's clinical initiatives and works to advance the technology into new potential indications.   Topics Discussed: Providing additional relief from opioid withdrawal through neurostimulation  How opioids disrupt the vagus nerve system & cause dysfunction in the brain Destigmatizing opioid addiction and withdrawal symptoms  Creating “new” brain pathways (neuroplasticity) through Vagus Nerve Stimulation Helping infants in the NICU suffering from neonatal opioid addiction Connect with Navid Khodaparast:   Website: https://www.sparkbiomedical.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spark-biomedical-llc/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sparkbiomed/?hl=en Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.     What is Positive Recovery?   Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in Recovery at work, and at home; this is our core purpose, our “Why.” We creatively apply science to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking; it is not a magic pill, nor self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing practical approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.    

01/23/22The Healthy Matters PodcastEpisode - 4 - The Inside Scoop on Addictions - from an Addiction Medicine SpecialistDrugs.  Alcohol. Shopping.  Sex. Caffeine. Tobacco.  Overeating. The list goes on...  Why do some people become addicts, and some don't?Join Dr. Hilden and special guest Dr. Charlie Reznikoff, addiction medicine specialist at Hennepin Healthcare, for an inside look at addictions.  Learn about the use and abuse of opioids in medicine, the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on the opioid crisis, and discover a very surprising link between the two.  Plus hear answers to listener questions in an impromptu session of Hilden's House Calls.Got a question for the doctor?  Or an idea for a show?  Contact us!Email - healthymatters@hcmed.orgCall - 612-873-TALK (8255)Twitter - @drdavidhildenFind out more at www.healthymatters.org

This week, Dr. Powers and Julie DeNofa are joined by Kristin Landrum. Growing up in Lafayette, Louisiana, Kristin describes herself as a high-achieving student who made excellent grades and often joined the Gifted and Talented programs at school. However, despite her academic achievements, Kristin shares how her first experience with alcohol at only 11-years old at a friend's house spiraled into years of a drug and alcohol addiction.    She shares how she was arrested for grand larceny after a drinking bender in college after deciding to "borrow" tools from the theater department. After going to jail after her 3rd DWI, Kristen knew she needed help.     After joining AA meetings, Kristin shares that her biggest piece of advice is that your first reaction is probably not the right one. Early in her recovery journey, Kristen says she struggled with a lot of anger and often lashed out. But after learning the difference between acceptance and allowance, she can now "feel her feelings," thus giving her the power to make different choices.    Now, living an alcohol and drug-free lifestyle, Kristin is a mother to an 11-year-old daughter and adopts abandoned and abused animals in her free time. She believes that by simply being available for others and sharing her sobriety story, she can help others find their own recovery as well.    Topics Discussed: Learning how to trust others to trust ourselves How recovery helps us pick up our broken pieces for a bigger picture Overcoming the feeling of reluctancy in choosing sobriety Being open about recovery & allowing God to work through your story Connect with Kristin Landrum:     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kristin.landrum.96  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krislan83/   Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/      Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.     What is Positive Recovery?   Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in Recovery at work, and at home; this is our core purpose, our “Why.” We creatively apply science to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking; it is not a magic pill, nor self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing practical approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

This week, Dr. Powers and Julie DeNofa are joined by Timothy Stewart. Timothy is a Speaker, Author, Coach at TalkManTalk.com and draws on his own experiences and specialized training to inspire others through his book and program, Free Yourself From Yourself.   In addition to his work as a life coach and corporate trainer, Timothy regularly leads seminars and presentations geared toward audiences big and small on topics related to addiction, recovery, leadership, goal setting, and personal development.    Unafraid to share details of his personal battles with addiction, pain, and loss, Tim connects on a deep level with others who are in the throes of hopelessness, degradation, and dereliction. His captivating style and ability to shine a light on life's possibilities delivered from rock bottom make him a sought-after guest at various events.   Tim is proud to offer presentations geared towards specific audiences, always designed to help people produce exceptional results in all areas of their lives. As a Keynote speaker and rehab coach (one-on-one or group), Tim provides a comprehensive approach to the addiction recovery process with a mission firmly rooted in Motivational Speaking, Addiction-Recovery, and the Principles of Leadership.    Topics Discussed: Learning how to live after a spiritual awakening How addiction impacts those around you  Creating new, healthy habits through the 12-step principles Building and investing in your character strengths  Focusing on your basic, psychological needs  Committing to operate with honesty and integrity Connect with Timothy Stewart:   Website: https://talkmantalk.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkManTalk/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkManTalk  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkmantalk.timstewart/    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/1TalkManTalk Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/      Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.     What is Positive Recovery?   Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in Recovery at work, and at home; this is our core purpose, our “Why.” We creatively apply science to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking; it is not a magic pill, nor self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing practical approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

This week, Dr. Powers and Julie DeNofa are joined with Casey Romero, Chief Relationships Officer and Co-Founder of Eleventh Dimension Solutions. Casey has over 15 years of experience in Western and Eastern Medicine, from Intensive Care and Hospice to Acupuncture and Energy Medicine. She has studied multiple spiritual philosophies and meditation practices alongside Buddhist monks and others.    In her ongoing participation with Landmark Worldwide since 2012, she continues to discover the unique expression of her commitment to the world. In that discovery, she chose to break away from healthcare and cofound her company, Eleventh Dimension Solutions, whose vision is to “Inspire the human spirit through technology.”    Through her ongoing work in her company and commitment to personal development, Casey is committed to each and every person, regardless of their past or circumstances, having the opportunity to discover their own power and grace.   In this episode, Casey shares what it was like practicing KungFu with a Master in China for four months, her recovery from being disconnected from Source (her mother), and helping others gain their own access into what's next for them.    Topics Discussed: The Power of Forgiveness, letting go and becoming Whole in turn  Finding Grace for yourself and Humanity through Recovery Recognizing the “best” in every circumstance that happens in our lives Taking responsibility for how you listen & show up for others (and yourself!) Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/      Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.     What is Positive Recovery?   Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in Recovery at work, and at home; this is our core purpose, our “Why.” We creatively apply science to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking; it is not a magic pill, nor self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing practical approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

This week, Dr. Powers and Jamie Demeris chat with Nate Herrington, Founder, and Owner of My Habits Coach. Nathan has a background in education and transformational leadership and has worked with people in many capacities over the last 20 years to support them in creating extraordinary lives.   One of the underlying themes of Nathan's professional and personal journey has been the power of practice and habit, primarily the small, simple actions that one takes daily. His evidence-based approach to growth is an empowering intervention for the ineffective methods that all humans inevitably engage in to pursue happiness and fulfillment. With the right mindset, structures, and action, Nathan believes that anyone can create a life that they love.   Obtaining his Bachelor's degree in Spanish and French from the University of Houston in 2003, he has taught ESL, Spanish and French, and even Kindergarten! Leading programs for Landmark Worldwide, an international training, and development program, Nathan became a certified 200 hour registered yoga teacher in 2013.    Currently living in Houston, TX, with his dog Gretchen, Nathan is in a long-distance relationship with his partner Akash, who is pursuing a graduate degree at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina. They are both excited for Akash's graduation in May 2022 to begin their lives together.    Topics Discussed: Reframing the mindset of “have to” with “get to”  Distinguishing effective actions to enhance our overall wellbeing Rewiring the script of Negativity Bias and forming new, positive habits The beauty in bringing creativity to mundane tasks and structures    Connect with Nathan Herrington: Website: https://myhabitscoach.mn.co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myhabitscoach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myhabitscoach/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-herrington-05530823/ Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/      Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.     What is Positive Recovery?   Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in Recovery at work, and at home; this is our core purpose, our “Why.” We creatively apply science to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking; it is not a magic pill, nor self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing practical approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

This week, Dr. Powers chats with Stephanie Vieau, CEO of Holistic Vieau, Co-Host of Aktivate, Educator, and ADVOCATE for children with SPD, ADHD, emotional and behavioral needs. Stephanie is your HYPE girl and provider for ALL things HOLISTIC HEALTH and FITNESS and a strong #WomenEmpowerer. Steph helps others flourish through honesty, pushing them out of their comfort zone, and believes that we were all made for things much bigger than we claim.    Steph is a 42-year-old believer, mom, entrepreneur, and party-girl-turned-"Sober-Curious" woman who uses passion and grit to motivate and inspire complete confidence in other women through God and her honesty. Recently reconnecting to her ex-husband, there is never a dull moment in her life, and she is forever living a life full of adventure, growth, and honesty. She is a freedom fighter and truth seeker who loves this great country that we live in.    A native WI girl, like many others, Steph decided to party instead of attending a 4-year college. She spent many years and endless nights blacked out, using drugs, and highly functioning, knowing there was something BIG out there waiting for her.    She has used social media to encourage other women to know their worth and produce multiple income streams while momming, homeschooling, co-parenting, podcasting, and wearing many hats. It's important that she always keeps her audience in the "know," no matter her life season.     Topics Discussed: Drug Recovery and what it means to live a “Sober-Curious” Lifestyle How Faith and Spirituality define how Steph shows up for others Rekindling old relationships and becoming stronger than ever Utilizing Holistic Health and Fitness to feel your best self    Connect with Stephanie Vieau: Website: https://www.holisticvieau.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steph.hall.330  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steph_vieau/  Holistic Health & Fitness: https://linktr.ee/holistic_vieau Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.     What is Positive Recovery?   Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in Recovery at work, and at home; this is our core purpose, our “Why.” We creatively apply science to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking; it is not a magic pill, nor self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing practical approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

This week, Julie DeNofa chats with Stephen O'Dell. Stephen is one of the Owners & CFO of Stages of Recovery and has been with them for Stages of Recovery for 12 years, serving in many roles.    Stephen's time with Stages began when he was a client, learning how to live his new life in Recovery. Starting his journey at the young age of 18 with big dreams and goals, Stages of Recovery provided him the tools, guidance, and community needed to build a life worth living.    Stephen later achieved his bachelor's and master's degree in Personal Financial Planning in 2016 and 2017 from Texas Tech University with the help of a scholarship from the Center for Collegiate Recovery Communities (CRC). He went on to get his CFP® Mark (Certified Financial Planner) in 2018. Stephens' unique, personal, and extensive professional experience makes him a great fit to help you and your family navigate the complicated process of finding help for your loved one in need.    Many people think of Wealth as a monetary value. O'Dell defines Wealth as "The relentless pursuit of a desired lifestyle, and the strategic maintenance of that lifestyle." With the help of Stages, you and your family can begin to define your goals and start the process of healing together!   In this episode, Stephen shares how sneaking beers from his parent's fridge at the age of 11-years old led to a short, but destructive substance abuse journey in his teenage years. Stephen shares what it was like to find recovery at a young age and the miracle of surviving a horrendous car crash from drinking and driving. Julie and Stephen discuss the importance of finding a strong community and why recovery allows us to live life to the fullest.    Topics Discussed: How substances give us a false understanding of identity & genuine connection  Breaking down the barrier behind the addiction treatment process Why the actions caused by our substance abuse rarely affect just us  Living life as a grand adventure through the recovery journey How turning to God can restore our broken relationships Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/   Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://www.positiverecoverymd.com to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.     What is Positive Recovery?   Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in Recovery at work, and at home; this is our core purpose, our “Why.” We creatively apply science to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking; it is not a magic pill, nor self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing practical approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

Dr. Simoyan, MD, MPH, BDS, FAAFP, FASAM was a dentist at 21 and went on to get a Masters in public health before heading off to medical school where she excelled as well. She was a Fulbright Scholar in 2012,2013 and 2014 with multiple awards and she is a creative at heart. In this episode, she even sings and plays the Ukulele!!! Wait to the end to hear sing and play!  https://thedoctorwriter.com/ https://www.geisinger.edu/education/student-life/traditions-events/black-diamonds-magazine https://www.amazon.com/Amazing-World-Butterflies-Olapeju-Simoyan/dp/1644719193 Dr. Simoyan is a member of the Addiction Medicine sub-board of the American Board of Preventive Medicine and serves on the editorial board of Medical Education Online, an open access healthcare education journal and was the Founding Editor-in -Chief of Black Diamonds, a literary journal. A member of the music and medicine committee of the American Medical Women's Association, she plays several musical instruments and recently recorded an instrumental piano collection, Christmas Melodies. She curated a photographic exhibit featuring prominent women in medicine from around the world and has combined her interests in writing and photography in two photobooks, Scranton, A Place to Call Home and The Amazing World of Butterflies. Dr Simoyan is a strong advocate for the inclusion of the humanities in medical education and strongly believes in the need to transform the way we educate children and youth, with a focus on creativity, problem solving and integration of the arts and sciences. Dr Simoyan's scholarships and awards include the Emerging Leader award from the Family Medicine Education Consortium (2010) and the American Association of Medical College's Herbert Nickens Faculty Fellowship (2012). She was recognized by the Northeastern Pennsylvania Business Journal as one of the Top 25 Women in Business in 2015 and she was a second prize winner in the State Department's Citizen Diplomacy Challenge in the same year.

In this episode of Psych Matters, Associate Professor Mat Coleman and his guests discuss Smoking Cessation & E-Cigarettes.Joining in the discussion are Professor Hayden McRobbie and Dr Mark Montebello.Associate Professor Mat Coleman is the Clinical Director of the Great Southern Mental Health Service (WA Country Health Service) based out of Albany WA. He is also the inaugural chair of Rural and Remote Mental Health Practice for the Rural Clinical School WA (University of Western Australia) and is a Commissioner with the National Mental Health Commission. Mat is a member of the Faculty of Addiction Psychiatry, and the Child and Adolescent Faculty of the RANZCP and is the current chair of the Section of Rural Psychiatry. Professor Hayden McRobbie, MB ChB (Otago), PhD (London), FASLMHayden has worked in the field of behavioural medicine for more than 20 years and is a senior clinician with a specialist interest in lifestyle medicine. He holds a medical degree from the University of Otago, a doctorate from the University of London, and is Professor in Public Health Interventions at the National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre, UNSW, and a Fellow of the Australasian Society for Lifestyle Medicine. Hayden has played a key role in Tobacco Control in New Zealand, and his current work includes prevention and management of long-term conditions, with a particular focus on improving health outcomes for Māori in New Zealand. Hayden McRobbie has received honoraria for speaking at smoking cessation meetings and attending advisory board meetings that have been organised by Pfizer Dr Mark Montebello is the Clinical Director of the Northern Sydney Local Health District Drug and Alcohol Service. He is a Psychiatrist, an Addiction Medicine Specialist, a Conjoint Senior Lecturer at the National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre, and a Clinical Senior Lecturer, Discipline of Addiction Medicine, Northern Clinical School at the University of Sydney. Dr Montebello's research interests include novel treatments for substance use disorders including nicotine use disorder withdrawal management in drug and alcohol settings. He was the Psychiatry Board Member for the Australian Association of Smoking Cessation Professionals. Mark Montebello has received honoraria for speaking at smoking cessation meetings and attending advisory board meetings that have been organised by Pfizer.Feedback:If you have a topic suggestion or would like to participate in a future episode of Psych Matters, we'd love to hear from you.Please contact us by email at: psychmatters.feedback@ranzcp.orgDisclaimer:This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics.  The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement.  By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP's Your Health In Mind Website.

This week, Dr. Powers chats with Linda Kagey is a Love First Interventionist, the Founder of Kagey Family Counseling, PLLC, and the Owner of Positive Recovery Center - Energy Corridor IOP/PHP Clinic.    Linda and her team provide counseling services for families suffering from the effects of Alcoholism and Addiction. For over 30 years, Linda Kagey has combined her exceptional skills as a counselor, speaker, trainer, and supervisor to become a leader in the field of addictions.    She is best known for her work with family systems in addiction and recovery. She is also sought out for her expertise in addressing the needs of special populations- adults who were prenatally exposed to alcohol and the dually diagnosed. Her dynamic counseling style has touched and helped change the lives of adolescents and adults, males and females, the affluent, and the underground privileged.    In this episode, Linda shares what it was like growing up in an addiction household, losing her brother to addiction at a young age, and recovering from her own alcohol addiction. Dr. Powers and Linda also discuss Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs) and how maternal drinking can hinder a baby's developmental growth in the womb.    Topics Discussed: How drinking affects the baby's growth during different trimesters in the womb The spirit of giving, the compassion of helping others Why interventions should begin (and end) with the family  How connecting with others allows us to be a part of something bigger Connect with Linda Kagey:     Call: 832-928-0211 Email: linda@lindakagey.com  Website: https://lindakagey.com   Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/   Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://www.positiverecoverymd.com to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.     What is Positive Recovery?   Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in Recovery at work, and at home; this is our core purpose, our “Why.” We creatively apply science to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking; it is not a magic pill, nor self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing practical approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

This week, Julie DeNofa chats with Grant Hanson, Owner of Fit with Grant, and Partner with Recovery Club America. Grant is a proud father to a six-year-old angel first. Second, he is a long-term recovery person who specializes in Addiction, Fitness, and Mindset Development. One of his greatest joys is affirming others into their highest self.    He helps show those who have struggled with addiction how to allow their pain to REfine them rather than DEfine them. Grant's mission is to show these same individuals that sobriety and physique goals are just the beginning. That same level of commitment can permeate every other area of life, leaving no choice but to operate purely out of passion and purpose.  "Your current circumstances are not a true or accurate indicator of your full potential."    In this episode, Grant shares his recovery story, what it means to step into your God-given purpose, and why his favorite thing is serving others. We also discuss the importance of setting clear goals in Recovery as well as other areas of life.  Topics Discussed: Finding self-identity through Recovery Accepting people where they are in their Recovery Journey Sustaining long-term success beyond the first year of Sobriety Getting specific with goal-setting & visualizing where you want to be Processing thoughts and emotions through journaling   Connect with Grant Hanson:     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grant.hanson.12  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fit.with.grant/    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grant-hanson-1b8a70130/ Additional Resources: Transform Your Body! - https://fitwithgrant.com/onboarding1  Recovery Club America - https://recoveryclubamerica.com Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/   Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---    About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, RecoveryRecovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://www.positiverecoverymd.com to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that RecoveryRecovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.     What is Positive Recovery?   Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in RecoveryRecovery, at work, and at home; this is our core purpose, our “why.” We creatively apply science to improve outcomes. Positive RecoveryRecovery is not wishful thinking; it is not a magic pill, nor self-help.    Positive RecoveryRecovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing practical approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

On this episode, Kennedy sits down with Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Drew Pinsky and his daughter, Paulina Pinsky,to talk about their new book, It Doesn't Have To Be Awkward: Dealing with Relationships, Consent, and Other Hard-to-Talk-About Stuff. Dr. Drew and Paulina discuss coping with rejection in romantic relationships and the importance of parents setting boundaries with their kids. Follow Kennedy on Twitter: @KennedyNation 

This week, Dr. Powers and Julie DeNofa chat with Glenn Carosella, LCDC-I, Program Counselor at Positive Recovery Centers. Glenn was born and raised near Katy, TX, and had a normal childhood, though being an only child, he spent a lot of time alone in his bedroom. Although he says he was an awkward but ignorantly happy kid, he often enjoyed playing with his toys, reading his books, and tinkering with nerdy things. However, his first experience with the world suggesting that he might be wrong was in the 5th grade where everything changed.    Although Glenn has two loving parents, he hasn't always felt a sense of belonging. In Junior High, Glenn was bullied for standing out. He says he lived in fear the entire year of 7th grade because older students waited for him in the bus line to beat him up. Feeling like something was wrong, he started trying different clothes and other personality quirks, hanging out with various groups in school. However, he still never felt accepted into any group and felt more lost than ever. Eventually, he was introduced to marijuana, and for the first time in his life, he felt like he belonged. Wearing the badge "drug addict" with a sense of pride, he felt like he finally had an identity. However, this led to a long battle with drug addiction, one he almost lost.    Since finding the rooms of the 12-step programs he attended, he finally found the true purpose and direction he was desperately seeking. Being involved in Recovery has allowed him to step into his dream role of a substance abuse counselor and help others who were lost just like him. According to Glenn, "I am finally getting noticed for the right reasons, and damn, it feels so good."   Topics Discussed: How addiction traps us into broken, inauthentic relationships Why addiction gives us a false sense of identity and security Recognizing the power in having a strong Recovery Community  Defining Recovery as being a part of something bigger that's adding to the world  How to find the simple joys of life and learning to laugh with others Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/   Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---    About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, RecoveryRecovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://www.positiverecoverymd.com to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that RecoveryRecovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.     What is Positive Recovery?   Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in RecoveryRecovery, at work, and at home; this is our core purpose, our “why.” We creatively apply science to improve outcomes. Positive RecoveryRecovery is not wishful thinking; it is not a magic pill, nor self-help.    Positive RecoveryRecovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing practical approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

This week, Dr. Powers and Julie DeNofa chat with Trina Fox, Hypnotherapist, Success Coach, Yoga Student, Teacher, and Founder of the Sunrise Wellness Community.    Trina Fox aspires to set herself upon a path of transparency, authenticity and toward the unification of her inward world and what the outer world sees. Her life purpose is rooted in connecting with people and helping them identify and aspire to their highest purpose.    Having been active in the Recovery Community for over 20 years, Trina has first-hand experience treating her weakness by helping others deal with theirs. This discovery of the importance of being of service to others was perhaps the catalyst that has inspired Trina to explore other avenues through which she could continue to develop her skills beyond the Recovery Community.    ​As Trina continues on her path toward the light, she takes comfort in knowing how her journey will help illuminate the light of some of those who may still be living in the shadows. In this episode, Trina shares her first experience with alcohol at 14, leading to years of alcohol addiction and broken relationships. She also shares how her discovery of Hypnotherapy, Yoga, and Meditation allows her to live a life free of alcohol and heal her past.    Topics Discussed: Understanding Recovery as “Finding a Solution to the Messiness” Why Gratitude Practices can change our overall Wellbeing  How Hypnotherapy can help us better manage our Stress and Anxiety Using Holistic Healing Practices as a resource for Recovery Connect with Trina Fox Sunrise Wellness Community - https://sunrisewellnesscommunity.com/index.html  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sunrisewellnesscomm  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sunrisewellnesscomm/ Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/   Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---    About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, RecoveryRecovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://www.positiverecoverymd.com to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that RecoveryRecovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.     What is Positive Recovery?   Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in RecoveryRecovery, at work, and at home; this is our core purpose, our “why.” We creatively apply science to improve outcomes. Positive RecoveryRecovery is not wishful thinking; it is not a magic pill, nor self-help.    Positive RecoveryRecovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing practical approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

This week, Dr. Powers and Julie DeNofa chat with Jesse Tucker, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and is Founder and a Provider of Carencia. Carencia is Outpatient Mental Health and Addiction Clinic that specializes in the care provided by nurse practitioners that address Recovery through Psychiatry-Informed Care and Psychotherapy.   Prior to Carencia, Jesse started his career in Pediatric Psychiatry where he met his beautiful wife on the Inpatient Unit (they say you shouldn't find romance on the inpatient unit, but it has worked out so far). He transitioned to Addiction Treatment where he had the opportunity to serve in many administrative and clinical capacities including the Regional Director of Nursing. He has presented on Mental Health and Addiction topics for various local and national conferences and roundtables.    When he is not working at Carencia or helping the community through his services, he is spending time with his beautiful wife and three amazing children. Jesse enjoys being, active in outdoor sports such as biking and hiking, and likes to spend time reading, and traveling.   In this episode, Jesse shares the problem with addiction that is commonly overlooked, the importance of seeing opportunities during hard times, and why talking about Mental Health is one of the best things we can do for those struggling.    Topics Discussed: Why rebuilding relationships is essential to Recovery The truth about Spiritual Growth and Sobriety  How Covid-19 opened the door for TeleHealth  Thriving past Post-Traumatic Growth  Destigmatizing Mental Health Disorders & normalizing Mental Health Connect with Jesse Tucker   Website: https://www.carencia.com    Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast: Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/   Contact Positive Recovery Centers:If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help. Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  --- About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist, and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, recovery and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://www.positiverecoverymd.com to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review, as well as gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers: Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, all supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.   What is Positive Recovery?Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in recovery, at work, and at home. This is our core purpose, our “why.” We creatively apply science in order to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking, it is not a magic pill, and it is not self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing effective approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

The opioid epidemic gets a lot of attention, but methamphetamine use may actually affect more of our patients in the emergency department. Those of us who work in the ED are all too familiar with the agitated delirium that meth can cause, as well as the long term effects, like heart failure. In this episode, we hear one woman's story of her experience with methamphetamines and how substance use nearly destroyed her life. Then our Toxicology colleagues, Dr. Kelly Owen and Dr. Dan Colby, walk us through how meth works, how to manage acute intoxication and other dangerous consequences, and how we can better care for our patients who use methamphetamines. We'd love to hear from you! Share your questions, comments, and feedback with us on social media, @empulsepodcast, or through our website, ucdavisem.com. ***Please rate us and leave us a review on iTunes! It helps us reach more people.*** Hosts: Dr. Julia Magaña, Associate Professor of Pediatric Emergency Medicine at UC Davis Dr. Sarah Medeiros, Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at UC Davis Guest: Dr. Dan Colby, Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine, Medical Toxicologist and Addiction Medicine Specialist at UC Davis Dr. Kelly Owen, Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine and Medical Toxicologist at UC Davis Resources: DAWN and Methamphetamine Richards JR, Hamidi S, Grant CD, Wang CG, Tabish N, Turnipseed SD, Derlet RW. Methamphetamine Use and Emergency Department Utilization: 20 Years Later. J Addict. 2017;2017:4050932. doi: 10.1155/2017/4050932. Epub 2017 Aug 17.  The care of patients using methamphetamine in the emergency department: Perception of nurses, residents, and faculty  *** Thank you to the UC Davis Department of Emergency Medicine for supporting this podcast and to Orlando Magaña at OM Audio Productions for audio production services.

This week, Dr. Powers chats with Cio Hernandez, PhD, MFT, LPCC, Chief Executive Officer and President of The Be It Foundation. Cio loves helping people reach their goals by helping them believe in themselves. Originally from all over Texas, Cio works to provide opportunities to lift South Texas residents to their highest potential.    Cio helped start and runs all sorts of projects and programs working with the homeless, disabled, health, education, equity and inclusion for communities of color, aging, youth, interfaith, sports, children's running clubs, immigrants, mental health, public policies, violence prevention, opioid reduction, and even pioneered healthy efforts for county fairs.    Cio believes that if you reach the right goal, you can reach that goal, even if it takes some time to get there. In her spare time, she enjoys visiting her son in college, traveling, and running half marathons around the world with her friends and family.    In this episode, Cio dispels the myth(s) behind trauma, why everyone has something in their life they have to overcome, and how spirituality plays a major part in our healing journey. Dr. Powers and Cio explore mental health, how trauma can form in early stages of life, and how to deepen our relationships.    Topics Discussed: Destigmatizing Mental Health & normalizing asking for help The truth about Trauma (and why it doesn't discriminate) How Spirituality connects you with yourself and others Utilizing other people's Spiritual Gifts as apart of their treatment plan Viewing life through the lens of Awe and Wonder  Connect with Cío Hernández   Reach Your Goal Now - https://reachyourgoalnow.com    The Be It Foundation - https://beitfoundation.org  Got This! App - https://gotthisapp.com  Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast: Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/   Contact Positive Recovery Centers:If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help. Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  --- About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist, and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, it will provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, recovery and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://www.positiverecoverymd.com to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review, as well as gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers: Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, all supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.   What is Positive Recovery?Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in recovery, at work, and at home. This is our core purpose, our “why.” We creatively apply science in order to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking, it is not a magic pill, and it is not self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing effective approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

In this edition of The Way Out we have a stellar interview with Clinical Psychiatrist, Addiction Medicine Specialist and Bio Ethicist Dr. Carl Erik Fisher. As a person in long term recovery himself along with his clinical and scholarly work, Carl brings a unique perspective to the treatment of addiction, and the positive change that occurs in recovery. Easily one of the most enlightening and instructive ideas forwarded by Dr. Fisher is the concept that recovery can be thought of and defined as any positive change in one's life, which affords us the freedom to take the transformational power of the tools contained within our chosen recovery pathway and apply them broadly across any or all areas of our lives to affect constructive improvement. Recovery, in its purest form is a holistic wellness journey and we don't have to limit it to one unhealthy habit, or just one addiction. Applying our recovery process that worked for a drug or alcohol addiction can work for addictive behaviors and even for behaviors and negative or counterproductive habits that haven't reached the threshold of addiction. Recovery is a process, and it doesn't happen all at once nor is it often linear. When we continue to remove the harmful and addictive behaviors, we can begin and indeed continue the process of healing our minds, bodies, and spirits through our preferred recovery pathway. Carl and I explore an array of fascinating areas in and around addiction and recovery including stigma, mindfulness in recovery, and how Buddhist practices can be a primary recovery pathway or incorporated into your existing recovery practice, and a whole lot more so listen up. Contact Dr. Carl Erik Fisher: https://www.carlerikfisher.com/ Book Recommendation (Quit Lit): The Miracle of Mindfulness by Thich Nhat Hanh: https://terebess.hu/zen/mesterek/Thich%20Nhat%20Hanh%20-%20The%20Miracle%20of%20Mindfulness.pdf Anything by Buddhism and Recovery Author and Speaker Kevin Griffin: https://www.kevingriffin.net/ The Best Piece of Advice Received: Surrender, let go, and ask for help New book coming in January 2022: The Urge: Our History of Addiction New podcast coming soon: Flourishing After Addiction Song that symbolizes Recovery: Doctor Atomic: Batter My Heart https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDTFyinS3zA (c) 2021 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved Theme Music: “all clear” (https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/) by Ketsa (https://ketsa.uk) licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-way-out-podcast/message

This week, Dr. Powers and Guest Co-Host, Grif Palmer, chat with Tom Nunan, Former Network and Studio President, E.P. Oscar Best Picture Crash, UCLA Film Professor, and Owner of The Writing Intensive.  Tom is a globally recognized expert and established leader in TV, Film, Academia and Fortune 50 Media Management. A network and studio president, production company owner, long-time graduate-level Visiting Professor at UCLA's prestigious Theater, Film and TV school and member of its leadership committees, an Executive Producer of an Oscar winning film (among many other TV, Film and New Media productions) as well as a high-level consultant to the world's largest and most influential media companies and Universities.    Nunan has an exceptional track record of successes and achievements at the top levels and across the spectrum of executive life, producing, teaching and advising. As the co-founder, past Vice-Chair and Chairman of The Joyful Heart Foundation (JHF), Nunan has also been on the leading edge of helping survivors of sexual harassment, sexual assault, rape and child abuse, since co-founding the organization in 2004. He is also a recipient of The Humanitas and Peabody awards.   In this episode, Tom shares his recovery journey, from growing up with a father who was addicted to alcohol to becoming addicted to alcohol himself, and how he was able to find freedom in recovery. Dr. Powers, Grif, and Tom also discuss the importance of Gratitude and what it means to share our gratitude with others.    Topics Discussed: Rewriting the narrative behind the notion “people don't change” The power of Accountability and Sponsors in Addiction Recovery Finding a God you can put your Faith and Trust in  Learning to trust others with our Recovery Journey How Gratitude increases our personal Well-being and Happiness Connect with Tom Nunan   Website: https://www.thewritingintensive.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-nunan-ab420a6/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tom.nunan  Twitter: https://twitter.com/realtomnunan    Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast: Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/   Contact Positive Recovery Centers:If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help. Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  --- About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist, and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, it will provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, recovery and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://www.positiverecoverymd.com to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review, as well as gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers: Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, all supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.   What is Positive Recovery?Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in recovery, at work, and at home. This is our core purpose, our “why.” We creatively apply science in order to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking, it is not a magic pill, and it is not self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing effective approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

This week, we are speaking with Colleen Olfers, the Executive Director for Positive Recovery Hill Country. Colleen a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor in the state of Texas. She has been working in the field of Addiction for 10 years. She has an Associates in Human Services from Lone Star College, a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies with a minor in Communications from University of Houston – Downtown. Colleen is also currently working on her Master of Science in Addiction Counseling at Texas Tech School of Health Professionals.    Colleen has worked in clinical roles, leadership roles, and all different treatment modalities from Residential to Outpatient, including work for a non-profit. Colleen's passion is to help people overcome the guilt and shame associated with addiction so they can work towards creating a life with meaning and purpose. She believes and finds inspiration from the PR curriculum created by Dr Jason Powers, MD, the center of everything they do. Colleen believes the greatest reward in the field of substance abuse is watching people flourish in recovery and in life.   Throughout our conversation, Colleen shares her Recovery Journey, how her faith led her to finding freedom, and becoming the mom she knew she had to be for her kids. Join us as we celebrate Colleen's 11-year sobriety and her gifts of empowering other women to find the help they need!   Topics Discussed: Using PR as a “Strengths Based Approach” to find Meaning and Purpose Overcoming guilt and shame from Addiction Empowering women and mothers through their Recovery Journey Painting the bigger picture of Freedom in Recovery  Learning to take one day at a time and forgive past mistakes Recognizing addiction as a gift to help others Why showing up for yourself helps you show up for others  Connect with Colleen Olfers: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colleen-olfers-bsis-lcdc-5551b353/   PRC - Hill Country: https://positiverecovery.com/locations/hill-country/  Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast: Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/   Contact Positive Recovery Centers: If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help. Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  --- About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist, and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, it will provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, recovery and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://www.positiverecoverymd.com to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review, as well as gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers: Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, all supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.   What is Positive Recovery? Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in recovery, at work, and at home. This is our core purpose, our “why.” We creatively apply science in order to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking, it is not a magic pill, and it is not self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing effective approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.  

This week, we are speaking with Dan Griffin, CEO & Lead Consultant of Griffin Recovery Enterprises. Dan Griffin, M.A., is an internationally recognized author, thought leader, and expert on men's relationships and masculinity. Dan's work and life is dedicated to exploring and redefining what it means to be a man in the 21st century. Dan is dedicated to helping men be better men by understanding the impact of the Man Rules® on their lives and finding the success in their personal lives they are striving for in their professional lives.    Griffin's book, A Man's Way through Relationships, is the first book written specifically to help men create healthy relationships while navigating the challenges of the “Man Rules,” those ideas men internalize at very young ages about how to be real boys and men. Dan was honored to serve as a Senior Fellow at the world-renowned leader for treating addiction and trauma, The Meadows, from 2015 through 2017.  Griffin's professional background includes over two decades in the mental health and addictions field. He is also the author of A Man's Way through the Twelve Steps, the first trauma-informed book to take a holistic look at men's sobriety. He co-authored Helping Men Recover, the first comprehensive gender-responsive and trauma-informed curriculum for addiction and mental health professionals. Griffin earned a Master's degree in Sociology from the University of Kansas where his graduate work was the first qualitative study centered on the social construction of masculinity in the culture of Alcoholics Anonymous. Dan grew up in the DC area and lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Nancy, and his daughter, Grace, and has been in long-term recovery from addiction since he graduated college in May of 1994.    Topics Discussed: What it was like growing up in an alcoholic home  Navigating emotions and sensitivity as a young boy into adulthood The parallels between sobriety and becoming a man Recognizing emotions and accepting our trauma to find true healing Being conscious men (and women) to move into authenticity  The gift of recovery that never stops giving  Connect with Dan Griffin:   Website: https://dangriffin.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DanGriffinMA   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authordangriffin/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/authordgriffin    Additional Resources:    What Men Would Tell You..If We Weren't Too Busy Watching TV -  https://dangriffin.com/dans-books/ A Man's Way through Relationships - https://www.amazon.com/Mans-Way-through-Relationships-Paperback/dp/B010EX58I6/ref=sr_1_4?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1458234757&sr=1-4&keywords=A+Man's+Way+through+Relationships%3A+Learning+to+Love+and+Be+Loved A Man's Way through the Twelve Steps - https://www.amazon.com/through-Twelve-Steps-Griffin-Paperback/dp/B00ZLWC7CG/ref=sr_1_4?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1458236067&sr=1-4&keywords=a+mans+way+through+the+12+steps    Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast: Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/   Contact Positive Recovery Centers:If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help. Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  --- About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist, and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, it will provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, recovery and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://www.positiverecoverymd.com to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review, as well as gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers: Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, all supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.   What is Positive Recovery?Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in recovery, at work, and at home. This is our core purpose, our “why.” We creatively apply science in order to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking, it is not a magic pill, and it is not self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing effective approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its compone

In this episode, guest Jessica Gregg, M.D., Ph.D., speaks to addiction treatment. Specializing in both internal medicine and addiction medicine, Dr. Gregg wears multiple hats at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) serving as medical director for OHSU's Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes (ECHO) programs, associate program director for the Addiction Medicine Fellowship, and associate professor of medicine. Dr. Gregg and Zach cover whole-person care, trauma-informed care, finding the right treatment center, and more.

 EPISODE 42: Inclusive Pathways to Sobriety with Joanne Ketch, LPC, LMFT, LCDC, SAP   Intro:   This week, we are speaking with Joanne Ketch, LPC, LMFT, LCDC, SAP. Joanne is a woman of many hats, roles, and talents. She is The Recovery Therapist at Chrysalis Counseling in Katy, TX, specializing in high functioning, resourced professionals, 1st Responders and business owners who have (or wonder if they have) a substance use disorder and their families. She is also the Assistant Principal and AP English, Sociology, and Psychology Teacher at a small, private school. Joanne has even made the World Series of Poker final table and recently cashed in at the Women's World Series of Poker Main Event in 2020.    Joanne is also a long-term recovery advocate and is celebrating 29-years of sober living. She helps others flourish by helping them find and allow their flow/best/mojo and, in the counseling room, find moments to compliment and encourage because so many people have been discouraged and criticized so often by the time they meet with her. Today, she shares her recovery journey, how Positive Psychology impacts our daily lives, and the importance of meeting the needs of recovery patients outside of addiction.    Topics Discussed: Dispelling the myth behind High-Functioning Individuals & Substance Use   Recognizing the Pain of Substance Use on a physical & mental level  Inclusive Pathways of Sobriety to meet the needs of each individual  Identifying & addressing Depression outside of Substance Use  The Power of Positive Thought-Creating  Utilizing Positive Mental Energy to change our current point of view How Positive Interventions leads to Self-Acceptance Connect with Joanne Ketch:   Website: https://joanneketch.com/blog/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoanneKetchLPC   Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast: Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/   Contact Positive Recovery Centers:If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help. Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  --- About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist, and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, it will provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, recovery and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://www.positiverecoverymd.com to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review, as well as gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers: Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, all supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.   What is Positive Recovery?Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in recovery, at work, and at home. This is our core purpose, our “why.” We creatively apply science in order to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking, it is not a magic pill, and it is not self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing effective approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

Season Two jumps off with Joe and Amy sitting down with Dr. Ryan Marino, emergency physician, medical toxicologist, professor and addiction medicine specialist who helps sort out fact from urban legend about Fentanyl

Our guest this week plays many roles on and off the big screen. You may recognize his name but you'll definitely recognize his voice!   This week, we are speaking with Keith David, American Actor, Voice Actor and Producer. Keith plays various roles in TV, Film, and even Video Games. His characters include, King in Platoon and Childs in The Thing, General Kimsey in Armageddon, the Flame King in Adventure Time, the Cat in Coraline, and Dr. Kane in Archer, and also voiced Decker in Fallout and Arbiter in Halo 2, among many other roles.    Keith is also a man of “God and Spirit” and recognizes God's grace and mercy in everyday life. After battling with alcohol addiction, Keith is now 17 years sober and shares with us his recovery journey and how he and his wife are also celebrating 20 years of marriage. He gives much of his sobriety credit to his wife for helping him find recovery and recognizes that addiction recovery is a daily journey. Throughout our conversation, Keith shares his love for acting and how acting is his ministry of choice. Playing various roles of fatherly figures and pastoral figures, Keith shares that he has personally aligned with many of his previous roles and storylines have often spoken to him and his recovery.    Be sure to tune in to this episode of Positive Recovery, M.D. (you won't want to miss Keith's FAVORITE word!)   Topics Discussed: How Addiction leads to a Spiritual Disconnect  The importance of exercising Principles of Recovery daily  Leading others by first taking action of your own Addiction Why Alcohol is a “Disease of More” (but comes up short) Learning to take ownership over your own life  Finding beauty in Sobriety and Divine Creation  Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/   Contact Positive Recovery Centers:If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help. Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  --- About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist, and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, it will provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, recovery and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://www.positiverecoverymd.com to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review, as well as gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers: Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, all supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.   What is Positive Recovery?Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in recovery, at work, and at home. This is our core purpose, our “why.” We creatively apply science in order to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking, it is not a magic pill, and it is not self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing effective approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

Mindfulness, Gratitude, and Yoga allows us to connect within the Present Moment. Our guest this week helps others find Recovery through tapping into their truest selves.    This week, we are speaking with Jamie Demeris, Positive Recovery - Community Wellness Strategist and Admissions Coordinator. Jamie is a Greek American born and raised in Houston. He grew up in the restaurant business and was educated in the streets of life.    After spending 19 years in the depths of addiction, Jamie soberer up on 12/13/2006. He is a father and co-parent of two beautiful children aged 6 and 8. Jamie is also a certified 200 hour yoga instructor, Admissions Coordinator at PRC  and spends most of his time in self-discovery through many different types of practices.    In our conversation, Jamie shares his recovery journey. From trying marijauna as a teen and struggling with an alcohol and drug addiction, to now being 14 years sober and teaching others how to connect with their bodies through yoga and mindfulness. We also discuss the importance of highlighting our priorities and focus on taking one day at a time.   Topics Discussed: The Power of Yoga and focusing on the present moment  Learning to let go of our thoughts and lean into our bodies The basis of transformative work and giving back to others Why Self-Awareness, Self-Acceptance, and Self-Love are essential to Recovery Sober Living and Positive Recovery as the most fulfilling aspect of Life Connect with Jamie Demeris: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamie.demeris/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jgdemeris/    Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/   Contact Positive Recovery Centers:If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help. Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  --- About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist, and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, it will provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, recovery and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://www.positiverecoverymd.com to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we’ll review, as well as gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers: Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, all supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.   What is Positive Recovery?Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in recovery, at work, and at home. This is our core purpose, our “why.” We creatively apply science in order to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking, it is not a magic pill, and it is not self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing effective approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

This week, we are speaking with Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, Ricky Byrd (2015 inductee with Joan Jett and The Blackhearts) (and guitarist/singer-songwriter). Having lived through the disease of addiction himself, Byrd has made it his mission to help others as a recovery coach and drug/alcohol counselor, who visits schools, rehab facilities, and detention and detox centers to perform, talk, and lead recovery music groups.    Byrd’s mission is to deliver the message of hope to those recovering from addiction. He expresses the roller coaster of emotions and every day trials of recovery, from hitting rock bottom, to the gratitude of surviving and thriving in a sober life. In fact, he gave away almost 2500 copies of Clean Getaway (2017) at these facilities, so clients could take the message of recovery home with them.   In our conversation, Ricky shares his own recovery journey and how he went from being exposed to marijauna and alcohol at the age of 13 to now leading men and women on their personal recovery journeys. One of the biggest lessons Ricky learned early on is the power of listening to other people’s stories and being honest with his own thoughts and feelings.    Topics Discussed:   Recognizing how addiction leads to compulsive, obsessive actions The importance of having a Recovery Toolbox and Positive Coping Skills   How community helps us stay accountable in Recovery  Meditation as a form of listening and being present in the moment Why Recovery is about listening others and being honest with ourselves Learn More about Ricky Byrd: Website: https://rickybyrd.com    Kayos Productions: https://www.kayosproductions.com/ricky-byrd    Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/   Contact Positive Recovery Centers:If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help. Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  --- About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist, and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, it will provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, recovery and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://www.positiverecoverymd.com to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we’ll review, as well as gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers: Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, all supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.   What is Positive Recovery?Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in recovery, at work, and at home. This is our core purpose, our “why.” We creatively apply science in order to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking, it is not a magic pill, and it is not self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing effective approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

What helps you better focus on the present moment? Is it meditation? Breathing exercises? Or deepening your spirituality? Our guest this week shares his recovery journey and how focusing on the present has helped him find a deeper meaning in life.   This week, we are speaking with Erik Howerbush, Founder & Creator of Meditate Awake, an app that helps you “transform your life through meditation, insight, and action”. Erik is a Mindful Life Advocate, Seeker, Way-Shower, Entrepreneur and a 9-5er. Over 11 years of helping others wake up their world and recently launched a mindful living app, Meditate Awake, for everyone to benefit from meditation, insight, and daily action.    Meditate Awake focuses on the 6 areas of intention, or aspirations, that make up an awake life and are the most commonly sought: Better Sleep, Closer Connection, Deeper Purpose, Mindset, Fitness, Stress Relief.   In our conversation, Erik shares with us how he came from a volatile homelife and masquerading who he needed to be growing up, finding identity and validation in sports, to finding alcohol and drugs at the age of 14. As Erik shares how he has always been a “seeker”, finding awe and wonder in the immaterial world, he helps others break old habits, take action, and change their life.     Topics Discussed:   Recognizing the “Dark Passenger” off addiction The power of accountability in addiction recovery  Willingness to let go of who we thought we were  Operating with a spirit of service and serving others Training the mind and the body without focusing on control Anchoring breath as a constant observation of the present moment  Connect with Erik Howerbush: Website: meditateawake.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meditate.awake/    Download the Meditate Awake App on iTunes!https://apps.apple.com/us/app/meditate-awake/id1433328436    Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast Website: https://www.positiverecoverymd.com  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg Connect with Positive Recovery Centers Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/   Contact Positive Recovery Centers:If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help. Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  --- About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist, and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, it will provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, recovery and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://www.positiverecoverymd.com to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we’ll review, as well as gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers: Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, all supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.   What is Positive Recovery?Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in recovery, at work, and at home. This is our core purpose, our “why.” We creatively apply science in order to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking, it is not a magic pill, and it is not self-help.    Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing effective approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

Have you ever had a hard time eating just one slice of cake, or just a handful of chips? This week, I discussed with Dr. Vera Tarman, Addiction Medicine Specialist and the medical director of renaissance, an Addiction Treatment Center in Canada, a very large Addiction Treatment Center. She is also the author of Food Junkies Recovering From Food Addiction. Learn the brain chemistry behind overeating and why recovering addicts often turn to other things like food or alcohol once they've started their recovery journey. Highlights:Food Addiction is it a real diagnosis? What are the medical requirements for a diagnosis of addiction? Is there a biological reason that people crave certain foods? Why people don't typically crave healthy options like brussel sprouts and what you can do about it.To learn more about Dr. Vera Tarman check out her website and her book Food Junkies: Recovery from Food Addiction.Follow Dr. Vera Tarman on social media Facebook Group, Youtube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Food Junkies Podcast.Don't forget to follow Dehl Nutrition on Instagram and Facebook! If you've enjoyed this episode of Health Bite, please leave a review and let us know.If you know someone that might benefit from this episode please share.

In this week's episode, Mindie delves into an extremely important discussion with Triple Board-Certified Neurologist, Specialist in Neurology, and Mental Health & Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Russell Surasky! This week focuses on dating someone who currently or previously has a substance abuse disorder. No matter who you are, this episode is an eye opening, thought provoking, and informative interview that can benefit anybody who listens. The two discuss the science behind addictive behaviors, how to go about dating someone who is recovering, the dos and don'ts of dating someone with an addition, and how to better understand that addiction does not define someone's life. Dr. Russell Suraskydrsurasky.comig: russellsuraskymdemail: contact@drsurasky.comMindie Barnetthttps://mbandassociatespr.com Thank you to our sponsor, Ferkos Fine Jewelry. Use my code "Mindie15" for 15% off your first order!https://ferkosfinejewelry.com/pages/contact Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Vic Vines MD is the Addiction Medicine Specialist & Medical Director at Solutions of North Texas. In this podcast episode, we hear his story of how he had a seemingly successful life on all accounts and lost it all due to issues surrounding personal. His story is one of redemption and courage in the face of obstacles and personal pitfalls and triumphs that will encourage and lift the heart of anyone suffering similar internal demons. If you or someone you know needs help in facing addiction, learn more about Solutions of North Texas from the website (http://sontx.com) or call them at 940 898 6202.