Podcast appearances and mentions of casey arrillaga

When Jessica's young adult son JB overdosed on fentanyl, he had a massive brain injury, and Jessica was told to abandon all hope. Instead, she fought for him and found the care he needed. In this moving interview, we hear her story of heartbreak and hope. We also hear from Dr. Ivanhoe of TIRR Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, who has been working with the family for years. Video edition of this episode available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/g4ptPLDZ0zo

In this episode, we talk to Jami Carlacio, a recovery coach and podcaster who grew up around addiction all her life, fell into the disease herself, and was the first in her family to find recovery. She talks about how she not only transformed her life, but also started changing the family lineage of addiction through her own parenting and work as a recovery professional. We discuss how important it is to change relationship patterns and some ideas on how this might be done. Special Guest: Jami Carlacio.

We look at different aspects of the illusion of control. We talk about what it is, how it affects family dynamics, how it affects recovery, how to recognize it in your life, and how to start diminishing its impact in your life and relationships.

In this episode, we talk with one of my colleagues at Windmill Wellness Ranch, Sara, who has several years of recovery under her belt, and Lera, her teen daughter who grew up mostly apart from Sara until a few years ago. They talk about the impact of addiction in their lives, their ongoing struggles, how they have come together more as each finds her own growth, and what they feel has worked best to help the healing.

We catch up with guests from previous episodes to see how 2024 has been for them. We find out how they have been experiencing and dealing with some of the victories and challenges that come with this life in recovery. In each case, we hear stories of experience, strength, and hope that can help inspire all of us as we wrap up 2024 and look forward to another year of recovery in 2025.

We talk with Dr. Judith Smith, who has researched and written about the difficulties of parenting adult children with addiction and other mental health challenges. We talk about what she has learned, how this interfaces with what we know about addiction in families, and how to find your way through these challenges. Special Guest: Judith Smith, PhD.

We look at what to expect when you or someone you love leaves treatment. We talk about what you should do to prepare before discharge, what to do immediately after, and how to prepare for long term recovery.

Amanda and Marissa share their story of going from people suffering from addiction and homelessness to people living the gifts of recovery, including buying their first house as a place to raise their kids.

We look at many aspects of forgiveness: what it is, how it connects to recovery, and how to do it. We include a guided forgiveness meditation.

Matt F explores his family history, which includes generational patterns of addiction and the distress it creates, tracing this back through as far as he can find in his family tree. He talks about his recovery from multiple addictions and how recovery is positively impacting his kids.

Margaret shares her courageous story of a life impacted by addiction, first through her marriage and then in uncovering her own addiction. We explore the recovery journey she lives today and the work she does to help families navigate addiction in a loved one. Special Guest: Margaret Swift Thompson.

We examine the recovery acronym "HALT" to see if its guidance to not let yourself get too Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired holds up to scientific scrutiny. We look at how each of these factors affects your brain and your recovery.

Today, we return with Casey Arrillaga, a man in long-term recovery and author of numerous books, including 'Mommy's Getting Sober' and 'Realistic Hope: The Family Survival Guide for Facing Alcoholism and Other Addictions.' Casey is a social worker and addiction counselor with Windmill Wellness and co-host of the podcast Addiction and the Family: Finding Recovery Together. In this final episode with Casey, we discuss navigating the ups and downs of recovery within a couple and a family. Casey shares his journey of becoming a counselor and author, and we dive into sustaining a long-term relationship throughout addiction and recovery. #embracefamilyrecovery #recovery #addiction #author #caseyarrillaga #mommysgettingsober #windmillwellnessranch #addictionrecovery #addictionawareness #addictiontreatment #addictions #familyrecovery #familyrecoverycoach #familyrecoverycoaching #familyaddiction #familyaddictionrecovery #recoverysupport #recoverysupportgroup #recoverysupportservices #womenpodcaster #podcast #addictionpodcast #recoverypodcast #recoverystories #recoverycommunity #YouTubechannelSupport the Show.Click here to grab your copy of Healthy Strategies for Family Members to Cope and Even Thrive Through Addiction and receive my weekly newsletter. Click the links below to follow me on social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

Today, we return with Casey Arrillaga, a man in long-term recovery and author of numerous books, including 'Mommy's Getting Sober' and 'Realistic Hope: The Family Survival Guide for Facing Alcoholism and Other Addictions.' Casey is a social worker and addiction counselor with Windmill Wellness and co-host of the podcast Addiction and the Family: Finding Recovery Together. Today, Casey does an excellent job of teaching about sex and love addiction. You might want to listen to this episode twice, as it is packed with information.Don't worry; I have linked all the resources he mentions in my show notes, which are found on embracefamilyrecovery.com attached to each podcast.#embracefamilyrecovery #recovery #addiction #author #caseyarrillaga #mommysgettingsober #windmillwellnessranch #addictionrecovery #addictionawareness #addictiontreatment #addictions #familyrecovery #familyrecoverycoach #familyrecoverycoaching #familyaddiction #familyaddictionrecovery #recoverysupport #recoverysupportgroup #recoverysupportservices #womenpodcaster #podcast #addictionpodcast #recoverypodcast #recoverystories #recoverycommunity #YouTubechannelSupport the Show.Click here to grab your copy of Healthy Strategies for Family Members to Cope and Even Thrive Through Addiction and receive my weekly newsletter. Click the links below to follow me on social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

Today, I have the privilege of introducing you to Casey Arrillaga, a man in long-term recovery and author of numerous books, including 'Mommy's Getting Sober' and 'Realistic Hope: The Family Survival Guide for Facing Alcoholism and Other Addictions.' Casey is a social worker and addiction counselor with Windmill Wellness and co-host of the podcast Addiction and the Family: Finding Recovery Together. As we begin, you will hear Casey's story documents an inner resilience that is astounding from adoption, trauma, family addiction, an early emotional bottom, and a craving for a connection from infancy. I am excited for you to hear his story. Please meet Casey Arrillaga.#embracefamilyrecovery #recovery #addiction #author #caseyarrillaga #mommysgettingsober #windmillwellnessranch #addictionrecovery #addictionawareness #addictiontreatment #addictions #familyrecovery #familyrecoverycoach #familyrecoverycoaching #familyaddiction #familyaddictionrecovery #recoverysupport #recoverysupportgroup #recoverysupportservices #womenpodcaster #podcast #addictionpodcast #recoverypodcast #recoverystories #recoverycommunity #YouTubechannelSupport the Show.Click here to grab your copy of Healthy Strategies for Family Members to Cope and Even Thrive Through Addiction and receive my weekly newsletter. Click the links below to follow me on social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

Mellissa talks about seeing family patterns of addiction play out in her parents, siblings, and herself throughout childhood, adolescence, and much of her adult life. She looks at the transformations that have happened through recovery, leading her to a life of service.

Mia Tracy is a therapist who found recovery while working in the field. She shares the ups and downs of her journey and how she found the strength a humility to claim her seat at the recovery table. Special Guest: Mia Tracy, LCSW.

Research is increasingly showing that eating disorders are a form of addictive/compulsive behavior. We explore this idea, what it implies, and what we can do. Along the way, we interview Dr. Heather Ingram to get further insight and perspective. Special Guest: Heather Ingram, PsyD.

In this episode of the "Sharing With Out Shame" podcast, host Donna Marston explores stories of love, courage, and support in the face of addiction. In this episode, licensed clinical social worker Casey joins the conversation. Casey opens up about his early experiences, born into a family marked by addiction, mental health issues, and abuse. Casey Arrillaga, LCSW, LCDC has lived with and around addiction for all his life. He is now a therapist specializing in family counseling for addiction. He is the author of the books “Realistic Hope: The Family Survival Guide for Facing Alcoholism and Other Addictions”, “Mommy's Getting Sober”, and “Spirituality for People Who Hate Spirituality”. He hosts the podcast “Addiction and the Family” and has presented in person and online at state and national conferences. In his work, he shares the knowledge gained from conducting hundreds of family workshops and helping thousands of family members, and also weaves in his own narrative of recovery both as an individual and a family member. For more information, visit CaseyAuthor.com Casey's Books: ⁠Realistic Hope: The Family Survival Guide for Facing Alcoholism and Other Addictions: Arrillaga, P. Casey: 9781737981503: Amazon.com: Books⁠⁠Mommy's Getting Sober: Includes a guide on talking to kids about addiction: Arrillaga LCSW, P. Casey, Hilton, Skye: 9781737981534: Amazon.com: Books⁠⁠Spirituality for People Who Hate Spirituality: A Primer: Arrillaga, P. Casey: 9781737981527: Amazon.com: Books⁠ Tune in for an inspiring conversation that aims to break down stigma and foster understanding in the realm of addiction. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and leave a review to support the podcast. https://sharingwithoutshame.com/

In this episode of the "Sharing With Out Shame" podcast, host Donna Marston explores stories of love, courage, and support in the face of addiction. In this episode, licensed clinical social worker Casey joins the conversation. Casey opens up about his early experiences, born into a family marked by addiction, mental health issues, and abuse. Casey Arrillaga, LCSW, LCDC has lived with and around addiction for all his life. He is now a therapist specializing in family counseling for addiction. He is the author of the books “Realistic Hope: The Family Survival Guide for Facing Alcoholism and Other Addictions”, “Mommy's Getting Sober”, and “Spirituality for People Who Hate Spirituality”. He hosts the podcast “Addiction and the Family” and has presented in person and online at state and national conferences. In his work, he shares the knowledge gained from conducting hundreds of family workshops and helping thousands of family members, and also weaves in his own narrative of recovery both as an individual and a family member. For more information, visit CaseyAuthor.com Casey's Books: Realistic Hope: The Family Survival Guide for Facing Alcoholism and Other Addictions: Arrillaga, P. Casey: 9781737981503: Amazon.com: BooksMommy's Getting Sober: Includes a guide on talking to kids about addiction: Arrillaga LCSW, P. Casey, Hilton, Skye: 9781737981534: Amazon.com: BooksSpirituality for People Who Hate Spirituality: A Primer: Arrillaga, P. Casey: 9781737981527: Amazon.com: Books Tune in for an inspiring conversation that aims to break down stigma and foster understanding in the realm of addiction. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and leave a review to support the podcast. https://sharingwithoutshame.com/

Ashely and Tom reflect on what it was like for them as a couple and for their kids before Ashley found recovery at Windmill Wellness Ranch in 2022, what it was like while she was at the treatment center, and what it is like now.

In this retrospective episode, we look back at the year in recovery as we interview several people who have been on the program in 2023. Each one talks about their year in recovery and what they hope for in 2024.

Now that NARCAN is approved as an OTC drug, we look at how this life-saving medication works, how to use it, how to recognize opiate OD, controversy around it, and where to get it (sometimes for free).

In this edition of The Way Out I'm pleased to bring you my interview with Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, person in long term recovery and author of several books on addiction and recovery including his newest offering, Mommy's Getting Sober: A children's picture book that also includes a caregiver's guide to talking to kids about addiction Casey Arrillaga. Casey shared his journey to and through recovery in greater depth and about his prior book on an earlier episode of The Way Out, which turned out to be a phenomenal interview so do check the show notes for a handy link to the aforementioned episode. Casey's newest addition to his recovery literature repertoire fills two important gaps in the quit-lit space. First, it's a children's picture book with an accompanying caregiver's guide that aims, as Casey so eloquently puts it, to aid families in interrupting harmful generational patterns resulting from addiction and alcoholism. Second and as impactful, is that the book aims to create empathy between the caregivers journey in Recovery and Child's journey so each can have a better understanding of what the other is going through, and lends helpful vocabulary to articulate their respective experiences to each other. It will indeed then be no surprise that this here interview with the one and only Casey Arrillaga is is a particularly articulate discussion on the often thorny and uncharted territory that is family life in Recovery so listen up. Contact Casey and learn more about Mommy's Getting Sober: A children's picture book that also includes a caregiver's guide to talking to kids about addiction: https://www.recoverytreemedia.com/ Casey's first episode on The Way Out Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4bUTtUcvg0dA4wSTYPjJlx Recovery Literature (quit-lit) Recommendation: AA Big Book: https://www.aa.org/the-big-book Best piece of Recovery advice: Keep coming Back. Song that symbolizes Recovery to Casey: Stronger Than We Thought We Could Be by Third Door Down: https://open.spotify.com/track/1LwCaXyTHlVf89lwI3V0js?si=9c218a71a8b3443e. Don't forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist” available only on Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6HNQyyjlFBrDbOUADgw1Sz (c) 2015 - 2023 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://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-way-out-podcast/message

Tonja Myles talks about her rise from family and personal trauma into the triumph of her amazing and accomplished life in recovery today. We discuss intergenerational trauma and how healing can happen for anyone. Check out her new book, "From the Crack House to the White House." Special Guest: Tonja Myles.

Christopher Morris, author of "We Are All Made of Scars", talks about growing up with a mother who struggled with alcohol. He talks about what he learned along the way and finding his own recovery. Special Guest: Christopher Morris.

My special guest this week is Casey Arrillaga! He is a clinical social worker and chemical dependency counselor who has lived with and around addiction for all his life. In his book “Realistic Hope: The Family Survival Guide for Facing Alcoholism and Other Addictions” and his podcast “Addiction and the Family”, he shares the knowledge gained from conducting hundreds of family workshops and helping thousands of family members, and also weaves in his own narrative of recovery both as an individual and a family member. In his newest book, Casey and illustrator Skye Hilton worked together to help kids start to find hope and healing by giving them a voice and encouraging them to use it in facing the difficult subject of a parent's addiction. The message of the book, seen through a child's eyes, is based on years of working with family members of all ages, as well as his personal experience of wishing as a child that his own father would find sobriety. This is what we talk about on this episode. Not only is Casey's new book important, but his ability to communicate on many different levels. You will enjoy hearing his perspectives in this episode and on his Podcast - Addiction and the Family. Connect with Casey at: www.CaseyAuthor.com

This week Merrit brings back Casey Arrillaga as they chat about his latest book "Mommy's Getting Sober". Discussing how a parent's addiction affects kids, they are flipping the page by teaching children how to talk about their parent's addiction.Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.comFor the audiobook version visit Merrit on Instagram @merrithartblay and click the link in his bio.Hosted by: Merrit HartblayExecutive Producer: Jess Branashttp://www.branasenterprises.com

BHI Episode #100!!!! It was a great honor and pleasure having Casey on the show for episode # 100! Casey will get into discussion on what motivated him to author his new book "Mommy's Getting Sober". We will also be discussion the many elements that are involved in the process of how and why a parent decides to get into recovery. As well as what effect that has on the child throughout that process. Casey's contact information linkedin.com/in/casey-arrillaga-2828b676 recoverytreemedia.com/  arrillagamusic@gmail.com Book Mommy's Getting Sober: Includes a guide on talking to kids about addiction https://a.co/d/brlO4E9 Sponsor CalmiGo Enter the code BHIPODCAST  for $30 off the device. calmigo.com?fid=614&utm_source=affiliatly&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=Jacob_Minnig-614&utm_content=facebook-ig&utm_term=BHIPODCAST&source=affiliatly&placement=facebook-ig&medium=influencer&aff_id=614&aff_name=Jacob_Minnig&coupon_code=BHIPODCAST

In their new children's book, Casey and illustrator Skye Hilton worked together to help kids find hope and healing around a parent's addiction. Skye and Casey discuss why they wrote it and how to talk to kids about these issues. Special Guest: Skye Hilton.

Valerie Silveira, founder of Warriors in Hope, talks about how the tragedy around addiction in her daughter changed her life, not only in how low it took her but also how it was transformed into a source of inspiration to help others. Special Guest: Valerie Silveira.

In this episode, we interview Dr. Evelyn Higgins about the work she is doing on teh gentics of addiction and how she uses it to bring hope and help through her company Wired for Addiction. She also talks about some the othe preson journey tha tled to her interest in helping those with addiction and their families. Special Guest: Dr. Evelyn Higgins.

Lisa Gennosa talks about the trials and blessings of her son's addiction, finding her own recovery, and helping others through personal encounters, professional talks, and her new book "Incurable Hope". Special Guest: Lisa Gennosa.

We tackle some of the questions families have for people in active addiction, in treatment, and then in early recovery. Our all-star panel of people in recovery from addiction give honest and heartfelt answers.

We explore the stress that addiction and early recovery put on relationships of all kinds and how to find your way to healthier relationships through all of it. As part of this, we tell our story to illustrate some of the concepts.

SPIRITUALITY FOR PEOPLE WHO HATE SPIRITUALITY AN INTERVIEW WITH AUTHOR P.CASEY.ARRILLAGA WE DISCUSSED HOW THERE WAS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE IN THIS BOOK ANSWERS TO MANY QUESTIONS ABOUT SPIRITUALITY WE DISCUSSED CAN YOU BE SPIRITUAL AND BE AN ATHEIST AS WELL WE DISCUSSED HOW WE CAN MAKE A LIST OF WHAT WE WANT IN A HIGHER POWER WHEN SEEKING ONE UNIQUE TO US WE DISCUSSED OUR HUMAN NEED FOR CONNECTIONS AND THAT SPIRITUALITY IS A SENSE OF CONNECTION TO SOMETHING GREATER THAN OURSELVES WE DISCUSSED THE ROOTS OF OUR SPIRITUAL SKEPTICISM - CONDITIONING FAMILY UP BRINGING BAD EXPERIENCES WITH RELIGIONS THE BOOK TALKS ABOUT SCIENCE VERSES SPIRITUALITY AND SO SO MUCH MORE ...A MUST READ IF YOU ARE IN RECOVERY IN ADDICTION OR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS OF PEOPLE WHO ARE THE BOOK IS FOR ANYONE SEEKING SPIRITUALITY CASEY CAN BE FOUND ON HIS WEB SITE CASEY AUTHOR.COM HE HAS A BLOG LISTEN TO HIS PODCAST ADDICTION AND THE FAMILY THAT HE CO HOSTS WITH HIS WIFE KIRA BOTH WERE IN ADDICTION FOR 10 YEARS TOGETHER AND NOW BOTH ARE IN RECOVERY TOGETHER FOR OVER 20 YEARS --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/denise-mcdougall/message

As teens, Deanna and Travis were suddenly siblings when their parents married. Little did they suspect that they would help each other find and deepen the recovery they share today.

https://addictionandthefamily.fireside.fm/ Buy Casey's Book - Spirituality for People Who Hate Spirituality My name is Casey Arrillaga. I am a social worker and addiction counselor, but just as importantly, I am a family member like so many of you. My wife Kira and I both come from families with addiction, we were in our addictions together for over 10 years, and we have been in recovery together for almost 20 years. We now both work in the recovery field to try to pay forward what was so generously given to us.Support Dismantled Life: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/DismantledlifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Gigi Langer talks about her recovery both from her own addiction and as a family member, and what this taught her about being her most loving self. She shares some of those insights, including removing roadblocks to being your most loving self.

How to survive and even thrive during the holidays whether you are recovering from your own addiction or someone else's. Chock full of ideas and tips to get through this time of year.

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.

Author Ashleigh Nowakowski talks about how she was affected by her brother's addiction, recovery, and relapse, finding her own recovery in the process, setting boundaries, and how she has grown as a result. Her book "The Shadow Child" brings all this together, including many helpful ideas for other family members affected by a loved one's addiction. Special Guest: Ashleigh Nowakowski.

In this rendition of The Way Out I'm absolutely ecstatic that I am able to bring to you a phenomenal interview with person in long term recovery, clinical social worker, chemical dependency counselor, recover podcaster, and Author of two recovery books including his latest - Spirituality for People Who Hate Spirituality: A Primer – Casey Arrillaga. Casey shares his journey to and through Recovery to this point with a truly remarkable ability to articulate the benefits of being a part of recovery fellowships, recovery programs, and in engaging in a personal spiritual journey of your own variety whether you identify as an addict, alcoholic, or you are on the family side and identify as a person who is related to or has a loved one that struggles with addiction. Contact Casey: addictionandthefamily@gmail.com Addiction and the Family: Finding Recovery Together Podcast: https://addictionandthefamily.fireside.fm/hosts/casey Books written by Casey: https://www.amazon.com/P-Casey-Arrillaga/e/B09Q2J8BJT/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk Recovery Literature (quit-lit) recommendations: Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.aa.org/the-big-book NA Basic Text: https://www.na.org/?ID=bt-aud Best piece of Recovery advice: Keep coming back it gets better Song that symbolizes Recovery: Safe Ground by Third Door Down https://open.spotify.com/track/5SgaspTN2s5UqcNBBiTVMH?si=2706598c6ebd47f5 More information on two-way prayer: https://www.twowayprayer.org/ Don't forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist” available only on Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6HNQyyjlFBrDbOUADgw1Sz (c) 2015 - 2022 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

Casey talks about why spirituality is important to many people in recovery, where it's hard, and how to get through some of the challenges. He shares insights from his new book, "Spirituality for People Who Hate Spirituality".

GETTING OUT OF THE ADDICTION EQUATION: Special Guest Casey Arrillaga Casey Arrillaga is a clinical social worker and chemical dependency counsellor who has lived with and around addiction for all his life. In his book Realistic Hope: The Family Survival Guide for Facing Alcoholism and Other Addictions and his podcast Addiction and the Family, he shares the knowledge gained from conducting hundreds of family workshops and helping thousands of family members and also weaves in his own narrative of recovery both as an individual and a family member. __________________ Saving You is Killing Me: Loving Someone with an Addiction  Book Youtube Podcast Meetings Support Group Coaching Resilience Course  Community https://linktr.ee/SYKM We are your resource, support, and network to help you Tap Back Into Your Power. Has someone else's problem become your problem? Does loving someone with addiction leaves you feeling broken, exhausted, and disappointed?  It hurts when you love someone who drinks too much or suffers from an addiction. Life is not normal. You may feel alone but are not unique in your pain or dilemma. Nor are you isolated in this situation. Saving You Is Killing Me is a helpful guide to light a darkened path. Loving someone with an addiction is emotionally, psychologically, and physically draining. You must understand that nobody deserves to suffer - you have the right to live a peaceful and fulfilled life full of love! You can, and you will find happiness again! Your journey starts by taking back your power and shifting the focus back onto you! With compassion and grace, a positive psychology practitioner and the author of Saving You Is Killing Me: Loving Someone With An Addiction, Andrea Seydel, offers support by sharing her personal experiences and the knowledge she used to help navigate the wreckage of her struggle. She exposes the tremendous power of how our relationships can both hurt us and allow us to heal. Trauma is a fact of life, and navigating the turmoil of loving someone with an addiction can be extremely challenging. Saving You Is Killing Me offers new hope for reclaiming your life. Seydel offers insight and learning opportunities for self-healing, recovery, and resilience that foster an empowering way of life. For more support and information or to share your story of strength, head over to the website:  www.savingyouiskillingme.com Join us in the private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/savingyouiskillingme Get your copy of Saving You Is Killing Me: Loving Someone With an Addiction Book: 

Corey talks with Casey Arrillaga from Addiction & The Family. Here's a link to Casey's Books and their Podcast https://addictionandthefamily.fireside.fm/

Casey Arrillaga is a clinical social worker and chemical dependency counselor who has lived with and around addiction for all his life. In his book “Realistic Hope: The Family Survival Guide for Facing Alcoholism and Other Addictions” and his podcast “Addiction and the Family”, he shares the knowledge gained from conducting hundreds of family workshops and helping thousands of family members, and also weaves in his own narrative of recovery both as an individual and a family member. In his newest book, “Spirituality for People Who Hate Spirituality,” Casey provides help for people who want to find a way into spirituality but struggle with it, and also gives professionals another tool in their toolbox to help clients around these issues. It's all about helping people connect to their spirituality, with practical tools, personal stories, and exploration of the science behind it all. Casey works as a therapist at both Windmill Wellness Ranch, in Canyon Lake, TX, a treatment center for addiction and mental health, and InMindOut Emotional Wellness Center, based in New Braunfels, TX, where he does outpatient therapy.

Erika Unberhagen talks about how families of first responders and veterans are impacted by addiction and mental health issues, how The Guardian Initiative at Windmill Wellness Ranch helps, and her own experiences that led her to do this work.

Description: Great title for a very interesting conversation with one of my favorite people, Casey Arrillaga. Have you ever been at the intersection of belief in a higher power and questioning its presence? Or maybe defining an area of life as spiritual has not always landed well. For Casey, who formerly described himself as a die-hard proselytizing atheist, this conversation of spirituality and its place in our lives is insightful and I hope stimulates your own place of wonder. Casey's latest book; Spirituality For People Who Hate Spirituality is a must-read for those on a track to learn more of themselves. Found on Amazon. Bio: If you love someone with alcoholism or any other addiction, you may be looking anywhere you can for hope. If so, this book is for you. It presents the science of addiction in terms that are easy to understand, but also focuses heavily on practical concepts and techniques that you can start using right away.  It answers many of the questions that come with loving someone who has an addiction, such as:What can I do to help?Why can't they just stop?Where can I find hope?What is involved in recovery?What should I expect if my loved one goes to treatment?What practical skills can I learn to deal with addiction?How can I find peace and even happiness in the midst of all this?All these questions and more are addressed to help you navigate the difficulties of being a family member to someone with addiction. This book can help you gain the knowledge and attitude you need and find realistic hope as you do. The author, Casey, is a clinical social worker and chemical dependency counselor who has lived with and around addiction for all his life. He is now a therapist specializing in family counseling for addiction. In this book, he shares the knowledge gained from conducting hundreds of family workshops and helping thousands of family members, and also weaves in his own narrative of recovery both as an individual and a family member. Links: Twitter: @addictionfamily Facebook: Addiction and the Family Podcast website: https://addictionandthefamily.fireside.fm/

It was a great pleasure having Casey Arrillaga on the show. In today's episode, we go into a discussion about Casey's story of recovery and how those life lessons made him the person he is today. We get into many different topics like family and addiction. Casey explains his therapeutic approach when it comes to working with individuals and families in the treatment setting. We also get into conversations about boundaries and enabling individuals. Casey currently enjoys being a social worker and addiction counselor in the state of Texas. Casey talks about his Book "Realistic Hope" and podcast "Addiction and the Family" to help people who have a loved one struggling with any addiction. It was an honor to have Casey on the show! Casey's contact information https://www.facebook.com/addictionandthefamily https://twitter.com/AddictionFamily addictionandthefamily@gmail.com https://addictionandthefamily.fireside.fm/ https://www.amazon.com/Realistic-Hope-Survival-Alcoholism-Addictions-ebook/dp/B09KMB95QZ https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B0B8DZY2Y3&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_FMQZAEJQWEFPWJ6DEGRB&tag=bhi22-20

This week, Merrit is joined by Casey Arrillaga to chat about his latest book "Spirituality for People Who Hate Spirituality." During this eye-opening conversation, they also discuss how being centered is helpful during and after recovery.Purchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.comConnect with Andrea at: https://voicesforawareness.comHosted by: Merrit HartblayExecutive Producer: Jess Branashttp://www.branasenterprises.com

Erika Unberhagen talks about The Guardian Initiative at Windmill Wellness Ranch, a program for first responders and veterans, and her own experiences in law enforcement and addiction that led her to do this work.

A wide-ranging conversation about philosophy, spirituality, and recovery with author Peg O'Connor, We talk about what these ideas mean for both people with addiction and those who love them. Peg talks about her new book "Higher and Friendly Powers" and how it comes out of her work and her own recovery. Special Guest: Peg O'Connor.

Lisa Davidson, Clinical Director at Windmill Wellness Ranch, talks about her personal and professional journey of recovery using SMART Recovery, one of the major alternatives or adjuncts to 12 Step recovery. She gives examples of the tools of SMART and how they work on a practical level to help people with addiciton and those they love recover. Special Guest: Lisa Davidson.

We interview two innovators in addiction treatment: Dr. Heather Ingram and Shannon Malish, LCSW. Each talks about how she works directly with people's brains to help them recover. Special Guests: Heather Ingram, PsyD and Shannon Malish, LCSW-S.

We interview Dustin Williams, who owns an intervention and personal recovery service. He shares some of his story of recovery and how he helps families get a loved on into and through treatment, then supports them afterward.

We hear from Dianne, who learned how to live the principles of Al-Anon in her marriage, and how this helped her to have a long relationship full of recovery for both her and her husband. She talks about learning to set boundaries and what this did for her recovery as well as her husband's. She discusses how she practices detachment with love.

In this interview, counselor Paige Majko talks about her personal and professional relationship with addiction and recovery, including her work with families affected by addiction, and what recovery has done for her family.

In this episode, we explore underlying assumptions that lead to unhealthy enabling and how to challenge these, how Shakespeare can help you move from enabling to helping, and provide some questions you can ask yourself in order to see if you are about to enable someone or help them.

Casey Arrillaga joins Ty all the way from Wimberley, Texas; Casey is a clinical social worker and chemical dependency counselor who has lived with and around addiction for all his life. He is now a therapist specializing in family counseling for addiction. In both his book, Realistic Hope: The Family Survival Guide for Facing Alcoholism and Other Addictions, and his podcast, Addiction and the Family, he shares the knowledge gained from conducting hundreds of family workshops and helping thousands of family members and also weaves his own narrative of recovery both as an individual and a family member. Casey also shares his journey through recovery and how he and his wife balance both of their personal programs. 

In this wide-ranging conversation with Brian and Tamara, Kira and Casey explore the ins and outs of being in recovery while being in long-term relationships. Both couples share their stories, what has worked best for them, and how they have grown together.

DescriptionTina Marie and special guest Casey Arrillaga discuss topics like the kinds of issues that family members face when dealing with addiction in a loved one,  how they can empower themselves and help their loved one by embracing their own recovery, resources they can access, and how Casey's book "Realistic Hope: The Family Survival Guide for Facing Alcoholism and Other Addictions" can help.BioCasey Arrillaga (pronounced Ahr-ee-ah-guh) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Addiction Counselor who has lived with and around addiction all his life. He is now a therapist specializing in family counseling for addiction and hosts the podcast "Addiction and the Family."LinksTwitter: @addictionfamily Facebook: Addiction and the Family Podcast website: addictionandthefamily.info

We talk with Merrit Hartblay, social worker and addiction counselor in New York. Merrit and Casey talk about the things they've seen most help families deal with addiction, and their personal stories of how they found healing in their own families. Merrit hosts his own podcast "Recovery Road" and is the author of "Lost Innocence: My Journey From Addiction to Recovery".

We interview Abigail Seymour, who specializes in family law around addiction, especially the tricky waters of child custody. She offers insight for people in recovery, their co-parents, and other family members who find themselves suddenly thrust into these difficult issues. She also shares what drew her to this work and what inspires her to keep going.

In this episode, we look at various ways you can create happiness through the tools of positive recovery, including PERMA, a focus on strengths, resilience, and the power of gratitude. For each concept, we will present a practical exercise you can use to start seeing benefits.

We interview Ashley, who traces the roots of her codependent patterns back to childhood, who married someone with addiction, and who learned to let these patterns go. She looks at how she learned to moved into a healthier way of seeing and caring for herself. She talks about how she made these changes and how she now helps others do the same.

This episode celebrates Overthrowing Education's 2nd anniversary with Universal Design for Learning expert educator and author Loui Lord Nelson. Our conversation explores what UDL is and how to incorporate this important framework into lesson designs. Play The 5-Minute Game Show along with Loui and see if you can do as well as she did, cause she slayed it! My special thanks to Loui and to my fauxmercail helpers Tuvia and Yossie Frankel. I also want to thank all of the wonderful guests and fauxmercial actors that have contributed so very much these last 2 years (check them all out on the previous 54 episodes!). And a big shout out to Distant Cousins, the band behind my theme song and Casey Arrillaga for his The 5-Minute Game Show theme music. Important Links and Resources: CAST UDL Guidelines UDL in 15 Minutes Podcast Design and Deliver (Book) A Tree for All: Your Coloring Book of UDL Principles and Practice Go Fishing with UDL cards -An awesome card game about UDL that creates an ocean of possibility for your learners! Culturally Responsive Design for English Learners (Book)

In this episode, we look at how to have more effective communication and boundaries. We learn about communication styles, how to tell which one is your default, and tips on how to communicate more effectively in any situation. We also discuss what makes an effective boundary and how to set some boundaries of your own.

Arnold shares what he has learned during his 50 years in AA, how his family was affected before and after his wife found her own recovery, and what family members can do when faced with addiction.

We look at the idea of emotional sobriety, how it applies for family members as well as those with addictions, why it's important for everyone, and how to enhance it in your life. We feature an interview with Teresa, who has over 30 years in recovery and was one of our first role models for emotional sobriety.

This week, Merrit is joined by P. Casey Arrillaga, LCSW and host of the "Addiction and the Family" podcast, as they discuss how addiction is not just about one person, it affects everyone. But with challenges, comes opportunity with the help of open and honest communication. To connect with Casey via Twitter: @addictionfamilyFind the "Addiction and the Family Podcasts on all your favorite platformsPurchase a copy of Merrit's book "Lost Innocence" by visiting: amazon.comHosted by: Merrit HartblayExecutive Producer: Jess Branas

What is the smallest thing a person ever did for you that impacted your life?Casey Arrillaga, MSW Social Work, Boston University (2017)She asked a simple question while I was breaking up with her.I had just finished sitting her down and giving my all-too-familiar break-up monologue on why we were bad for each other, how my worst traits came out in relationships and I couldn't seem to help it, how her best bet was to leave and never look back, etc. As had happened in some of my previous relationships, this came out of the blue for her because she thought things were going well. As I stood up to leave, she looked up and asked, “Did you ever consider that we could've worked on some of this?” I had not.I still left, knowing I was doing the right thing for both of us, but her question stuck with me. I took six months off sexual and romantic relationships and resolved to work as hard as I could on myself before seeking love again. I spent a lot of time on introspection, I dug into spirituality and then atheism, I started opening up more to the people around me to get greater insight and allow myself greater connection, and I got more serious about writing songs, even going as far as finding a singer and songwriting collaborator because I recognized that I wasn't as good as I wanted to be on my own (this was a big deal for me).When I decided that I was ready to start dating again, I had one litmus test: was the person I was considering dating willing to work on themselves and the relationship? If not, I wouldn't even go on a second date. I wasn't having much luck, but I stuck to my guns, and continue talking to the people around me to gain greater insight. After a while, I started to notice that the singer/songwriter that I was collaborating with had good insights, and that we were talking longer and longer after songwriting and recording sessions, exploring our childhood histories and personal journeys of growth. In good romantic movie style, I realized that the person I've been looking for had been right there in front of me for a while now. I shyly confessed this to her, and she returned my affection.Within a few months we were engaged to be married, and started into therapy to lay a solid foundation for our upcoming relationship. We continued this for the first six years of our marriage, and have never been hesitant to return to therapy whenever we saw that we needed more help individually or as a couple. We have both embraced various modalities for self-growth, and have shared an amazing journey. As I write this, we are a few days away from our 29th anniversary.We have both put a lot of blood, sweat, and tears into our relationship, buckling down and doing the hard work whenever necessary. I am happy to acknowledge how hard we have both worked, but I also know that some of the credit goes out to someone else, who asked a simple question while I was breaking up with her.