Podcasts about Relapse prevention

In this episode of the Recovery Matters podcast, Michelle Ketchum celebrates her first year of sobriety. Michelle discusses her journey from a toxic relationship and substance use to finding the strength to seek help and enter rehab. She shares her experiences of personal growth, the importance of community, and her involvement in sober living and activities through organizations like The Phoenix and Smart Recovery. Michelle also talks about fulfilling her lifelong dream of becoming a published author. Her story is an inspiring example of overcoming adversity and finding hope and support in recovery. 00:00 Introduction and Host Introductions00:38 Early Life and Family Support01:30 High School and First Encounters with Drugs06:28 College Life and Denial of Addiction13:54 Toxic Relationships and Hitting Rock Bottom22:28 Facing Rehab Fears22:57 The Rehab Experience24:18 Building New Friendships27:31 Life After Rehab28:31 Managing a Sober House30:13 Discovering New Passions38:05 Becoming an Author43:36 The Phoenix and Smart Recovery46:24 Advice for Newcomers ----Across the Web----

Self-Pity, Fear & Anger! Addiction loves these themes to convince us that it's lies are real. Addiction doesn't just lie—it uses your own voice to do it. And the worst part? It makes you believe it's all your fault and the only way out is a drink or a drug. In this solo episode, I go deeper than the obvious narratives. We break down the three hidden vehicles addiction uses to keep us stuck: self-pity, fear and anger. You'll learn how to dismantle the belief that you don't deserve self-forgiveness and recovery, that life has no meaning, that others are better than you, smash the fear of losing what you have or not getting what you want, and reframe anger as a tool—not a trap. It's time to move forward and break free. This is essential listening for anyone in early recovery or you've got years under your belt. These aren't just thoughts—they're weapons if we don't know how to react to them. It's time to take them apart.Thank you to Gavin Sisters for sponsoring this episode! Visit -www.gavinsisters.co.uk and use promo code SCHOOLOFROCKBOTTOM for 10% off!Podcasting is an expensive passion. To help me keep going, I'd really appreciate it if you could buy me a coffee, thank you!https://buymeacoffee.com/olivermason1Or via PayPal - https://www.paypal.me/olivermason1paypalTopics -0:00 Intro 4:00 Self Pity 6:15 You are scum and don't deserve recovery!17:30 Life is shit - what's the point?!26:40 Others are better than you!34:05 Sponsor 35:08 Fear - FALSE EVIDENCE APPEARING REAL36:40 You will lose what you have and not get what you want!48:20 Anger & resentment 49:05 People, places and things aren't doing what they should be doing!Follow OliverInstagram - https://tinyurl.com/2vt29sjvFacebook - https://tinyurl.com/34cwz59rTikTok - https://tinyurl.com/ujw4vxn9LinkedIn - https://tinyurl.com/yuemhnd7Threads - https://tinyurl.com/yk7vdeahX - https://tinyurl.com/3u5mnpdsPlease subscribe, follow, like, leave a review and comment! YouTube - https://tinyurl.com/39b2ja9uSpotify - https://spoti.fi/3Z0Pr1rApple - https://tinyurl.com/y3n2chk3#AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryIsPossible

Why do you keep relapsing with porn—even when you want to quit?In this episode of the No More Desire addiction recovery podcast, I uncover the hidden mental traps and false beliefs that sabotage your efforts to quit porn and stay sober for good. We'll dig into the inner critic and inner escapist—two misunderstood parts of your psyche that actually think they're helping you, but are keeping you stuck in the shame cycle.You'll learn how to respond to cravings, urges, and negative self-talk using powerful tools from IFS therapy, somatic healing, and emotional mindfulness. These practices go far beyond willpower—they're about cultivating male emotional intelligence and true spiritual growth for men.If you're ready to overcome porn addiction by getting underneath the surface, building emotional healing, and finally achieving sexual sobriety, this episode will give you the clarity, strategy, and encouragement you need.You don't need to fight yourself anymore. You need to understand yourself.Whether you're just starting your porn recovery journey or looking for new tools for relapse prevention, this episode will equip you with the mindset and skills to move forward with compassion, strength, and purpose.Free Resources to Quit Porn: 

Send us a textMatt and Steve dive into the real-life challenges of maintaining sobriety when life gets busy—from caregiving and family obligations to missed meetings and disrupted routines. They share personal stories about staying grounded in recovery, the importance of asking for help, and learning to let go of control. This candid conversation explores how flexibility, planning, and community support keep them sober through life's toughest stretches.Support the show

In this episode of the Recovery Matters podcast, host TJ takes listeners to the CCAR New London Recovery Community Center in Connecticut. The center, along with two others in the state, is at risk of losing funding. TJ interviews various individuals, including John, the impromptu center manager, and volunteers like Andrew and Ernest, all of whom share their personal recovery stories and the significant role CCAR and the Recovery Community Center have played in their lives. They discuss the variety of support services offered, the importance of community, and the challenges they've faced and overcome. Abby, from the Young People and Family Services Program, also shares her journey and the impactful work she does with young people and families struggling with addiction. The episode highlights the transformative power of community support in recovery and underscores the critical need to sustain funding for these vital services. 00:00 Introduction and Host's Background00:15 Save Our Center: CCAR New London Recovery Community Center00:43 Interview with John: Recovery Journey and CCAR's Impact03:49 John's Personal Recovery Story06:56 Interview with Andrew: Overcoming Relapse15:13 Interview with Ernest: Volunteering and Recovery20:05 Interview with Victor: Community Impact22:33 Interview with Daniel: Telephone Recovery Services26:56 Interview with Abby: Young People and Family Services ----Across the Web----

Send us a text- On-Demand Programme Link - https://mailchi.mp/bb2a7b851246/kairos-centreIn this episode, the audio takes you through matters which could be contained in a Relapse prevention card which you keep with you at all times. This narrative will focus upon what might be included in a Personal Relapse Prevention Plan (PRPP):Your identified professional support network - contact email and phone numbersPersonal/private support network - contact detailsIdentified and known list of Triggers and Risky behaviours (both Environmental & Emotional) and plan of action to deal with them at the timeIdentified warning signs which you know to be your typical traits for concealing the warning signs of 'Danger: A trigger'Positive, self-endorsing behaviours and activities, in terms of people, places, spaces, routines, events and emotionsA specific plan to help you do more partner endorsing behavioursWhat does a good life look like for you?How can you help others live a 'good life' by demonstrating more Empathy and less Narcissistic behavioursGoals for the next 6 monthsA list of 12 Steps support Group times and days, with contact numbersGet some help from The Kairos Centre. See what you cannot see. Begin to change that which you begin to better understand.Give a little to my fund raising page. Help someone access the Recovery Programme: https://igg.me/at/ThekairosCentreHelp is here: bit.ly/pornaddictionhelpThe world's first Online Webinar Sex, Porn, Love Addiction video-on-demand Recovery Programme. Discover the real, authentic you. email info@kairos-centre.comNow launched: A Video-on-Demand Online Course (for Singles, Couples/Marrieds/Partners) Access here - https://www.kairos-centre.com/changement-on-demand/Gary McFarlane (BA, LLM, Dip, Certs), Accredited EMDR Practitioner.Episode Keywords: Sex Addiction | Porn Addiction | Love Addiction | Root Causes | Brain Impact | Self-Soothing Behaviors | Family Conflict | Emotional Neglect | Peer Pressure | Performance Pressure | Separation | Divorce | Fear | Anxiety | Stress | Pain | Dissociation| Recovery Program | EMDR Therapy | Emotional Event | Trauma Healing | Neuroplasticity | Online Therapy | Sex Addiction Recovery Program | Compulsive Behaviors | Intimacy Issues | Sexual Dysfunction | Obsessive Thoughts | Guilt | Infidelity | Traumatic Bonding | Objectification | Hypersexualization | Pornography Industry | Love Addiction Patterns | Attachment Styles | Sexual Compulsivity | Behavioral Therapy | Relapse Prevention | Emotional Regulation | Healing Journeys | Intimacy Building |

Send us a text- On-Demand Programme Link - https://mailchi.mp/bb2a7b851246/kairos-centreDon't approach your one year (from last 'Acting out) sobriety, as an end to the work. Don't do 'out of sight out of mind'; 'I never want to see that Recovery Programme material again'. Don't do it like that - at the end.'I can stop reciting my 'Pillars' now. I can stop....I can stop.... I can stop....yipppppeeeeee'Well - Yes and No - you can stop certain things; but not others.It is important to keep doing your Rewards & Treats.It is important to mark anniversary sobriety dates (every year)It is important to keep your Relapse Prevention Plan reviewed and updatedIt is important that you still practice R.U.NIt is important to use your 'Pillars'It is important to keep a Relapse Prevention card on your phone/wallet/purse with essential contact phone numbers updatedIt is important to still subscribe to a Porn BlockerIt is important to 6 monthly review 'Triggers' and how they may have changedIt is important to have a further block of EMDR sessions to address current issues arisingIt is important to review your 'Love Language' and how it may have changedIt is important to review your 'Core Emotional Needs' ExerciseIt is important to review the 'Couples Recovery Plan' - that you signed and datedIt is important to review your 'Values' and the 'Values Exercise' and any ongoing compromisesIt is important to review 'Pinches & Crunches' with your partner..........to achieve a lifetime of Sobriety.Get some help from The Kairos Centre. See what you cannot see. Begin to change that which you begin to better understand.Give a little to my fund raising page. Help someone access the Recovery Programme: https://igg.me/at/ThekairosCentreHelp is here: bit.ly/pornaddictionhelpThe world's first Online Webinar Sex, Porn, Love Addiction video-on-demand Recovery Programme. Discover the real, authentic you. email info@kairos-centre.comNow launched: A Video-on-Demand Online Course (for Singles, Couples/Marrieds/Partners) Access here - https://www.kairos-centre.com/changement-on-demand/Gary McFarlane (BA, LLM, Dip, Certs), Accredited EMDR Practitioner.Episode Keywords: Sex Addiction | Porn Addiction | Love Addiction | Root Causes | Brain Impact | Self-Soothing Behaviors | Family Conflict | Emotional Neglect | Peer Pressure | Performance Pressure | Separation | Divorce | Fear | Anxiety | Stress | Pain | Dissociation| Recovery Program | EMDR Therapy | Emotional Event | Trauma Healing | Neuroplasticity | Online Therapy | Sex Addiction Recovery Program | Compulsive Behaviors | Intimacy Issues | Sexual Dysfunction | Obsessive Thoughts | Guilt | Infidelity | Traumatic Bonding | Objectification | Hypersexualization | Pornography Industry | Love Addiction Patterns | Attachment Styles | Sexual Compulsivity | Behavioral Therapy | Relapse Prevention | Emotional Regulation | Healing Journeys | Intimacy Building |

Vaping--Why and How I Quit. Featuring Dr. Kyle Jones Today we feature a beloved friend and esteemed colleague, Dr. Kyle Jones who will talk to us how he escaped from his vaping addiction. Kyle is a clinical psychologist in private practice, now residing in Los Angeles. However, he works virtually throughout California. He co-leads the OCD Consultation Group, a monthly consultation group for clinicians wanting to improve their competence in treating OCD. He also servs on the adjunct faculty at Palo Alto University where he teaches in the clinical psychology masters and PhD programs. He's recently joined the alumni council in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of California, Santa Barbara. This is the fourth in our recent series on TEAM CBT for habits and addictions (431, Screen Addictions with Brandon Vance; 437, Porn Addiction with Thai An Truong; 438, Overcoming Habits & Addictions with Jill Leavitt). We want to remind you about an awesome virtual workshop on habits and addictions that Dr. Jill Levitt and I will be presenting on March 28th. We will feature powerful new paradoxical techniques that will blow your socks off. It will be from 8:30 to 4:30 and you will earn 7 CE credits while having fun and learning how to heal yourself AND you patients. Check it out! Registration and More Information Here! Today, Kyle gave a brief history of vaping, which entered the scene around 2010, and described the experience as pleasurable and addictive. An estimated 3 million teens are addicted, and the flavored versions are quite tasty, but banned in California. He described his first exposure to smoking when he was 19, and living in Paris. It was “the” thing to do at that time, but he eventually gave it up, but later began to take a hit or two of vaping at a party, and then purchased his own vaping device in 2023. “Shamefully, he says, I tried to hide it from my partner and from other people, and I would vape in the bathroom.” He vaped for most of 2024, but explains that eventually, it got out of hand. At New Year's 2025, he listed the advantages versus the disadvantages of vaping, and made the decision to give it up. This was difficult because of the withdrawal effects that lasted for several weeks, including intense cravings, fatigue, difficulty sleeping, irritability, anxiety, and the urge to overeat. The TEAM CBT technique that helped the most was HAL, the Habit and Addiction Log, and we demonstrated the Devil's Advocate Technique. Rhonda and David played the role of the Tempting Thoughts and Kyle bravely battle back. Here's the list of thoughts: 1. I'm driving, so I can just vape in the car. 2. Here's a chance for a nice break. I can vape right now! 3. I can take another hit, no problem! I'll just get a little feeling of pleasure. 4. I need It tastes sooo gooood! We translated the “I” statements into “you” statements to maximize the temptation, and were as seductive as possible. But no matter how hard we tried to tempt Kyle, he won “huge” and hit it out of the park. We discussed Relapse Prevention, and Kyle described being at a party on Friday where some people were vaping and sharing the vape. We also described and illustrated the powerful Triple Paradox, which works paradoxically. I have personally trained Kyle in TEAM CBT, along with many other fine TEAM teachers, and he was always brilliant, compassionate and extremely effective in his therapy work. He works with the full spectrum of mood and anxiety disorders, and has a bit of a specialty in the treatment of OCD. Thanks for listening today!

Roane Hunter and Ben Derrick discuss the complexities of relapse in addiction recovery, emphasizing the importance of clear communication between partners. They differentiate between a slip and a relapse. Roane shares his 35-year recovery journey, highlighting the need for awareness, connection, and gratitude. They stress the significance of seeking professional help and maintaining accountability through men's groups. The conversation underscores the necessity of mutual understanding and shared definitions of relapse to navigate the recovery process effectively.To learn more about the Sex, God, & Chaos team, click the link below: www.sexgodchaos.com Looking for help? Book an appointment with LifeWorks Counseling today: www.lifeworks.ms You can purchase your copy of Sex, God, & Chaos here: www.amazon.com

Send us a text- On-Demand Programme Link - https://mailchi.mp/bb2a7b851246/kairos-centreRelapse Prevention tools are for life. Why?Because the neural Pathway that was opened, created and practised for many years, is dominant, but has the potential to be reactivated in an instant. It is easier to reactivate it and it becoming larger than life, for those with a past addiction, than for those without a past addiction.The way that I view it is like this: For those who never had a sex addiction, it will take a little while to establish the neural pathway, drawing them back into repeated practice. For those, however, who previously had the addiction, but closed it down and it lay dormant (not necessary entirely extinct), relapse is as fast as a Tornado jet. Reactivation can go from 0 to 500 knots in seconds. Therefore, you will be on permanent 'watching brief' for triggers that could catapult you back into re-opening the dominant neutral pathway at lightning speed.The Kairos Centre does not consider sobriety has been achieved until a minimum of 1 year from the last 'Acting out'. It will take that sort of time to beginning to cause the neutral pathway to be gathering cobwebs; at the same time, the new replacement positive neutral pathways being developed (from the Recovery Programme tools being practised) - to become the new default. Boundaries, reminders, anniversary celebration of milestones, continued Rewards & Treats, as well as a tried and tested - repeatedly practised - Relapse Prevention plan, are just some of the tools in the 'Avoiding Relapse' and 'Maintenance' armoury - that will be needed.Get some help from The Kairos Centre. See what you cannot see. Begin to change that which you begin to better understand.Give a little to my fund raising page. Help someone access the Recovery Programme: https://igg.me/at/ThekairosCentreHelp is here: bit.ly/pornaddictionhelpThe world's first Online Webinar Sex, Porn, Love Addiction video-on-demand Recovery Programme. Discover the real, authentic you. email info@kairos-centre.comNow launched: A Video-on-Demand Online Course (for Singles, Couples/Marrieds/Partners) Access here - https://www.kairos-centre.com/changement-on-demand/Gary McFarlane (BA, LLM, Dip, Certs), Accredited EMDR Practitioner.Episode Keywords: Sex Addiction | Porn Addiction | Love Addiction | Root Causes | Brain Impact | Self-Soothing Behaviors | Family Conflict | Emotional Neglect | Peer Pressure | Performance Pressure | Separation | Divorce | Fear | Anxiety | Stress | Pain | Dissociation| Recovery Program | EMDR Therapy | Emotional Event | Trauma Healing | Neuroplasticity | Online Therapy | Sex Addiction Recovery Program | Compulsive Behaviors | Intimacy Issues | Sexual Dysfunction | Obsessive Thoughts | Guilt | Infidelity | Traumatic Bonding | Objectification | Hypersexualization | Pornography Industry | Love Addiction Patterns | Attachment Styles | Sexual Compulsivity | Behavioral Therapy | Relapse Prevention | Emotional Regulation | Healing Journeys | Intimacy Building |

Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 168 | TJ sits down with Matt, a young person in long-term recovery, to discuss his journey from childhood to sobriety. Matt shares his experiences growing up, the impact of early trauma, and how he initially turned to alcohol for escape. He recounts his struggles with addiction, multiple DUIs, and his path to seeking help, including his time in treatment at the Life Center in Hartford. Now six months sober, Matt reflects on the support systems that have helped him, his volunteer work at CCAR, and his aspirations to become a recovery coach. With humor, honesty, and deep insight, Matt offers encouragement to those new to recovery, emphasizing that setbacks don't mean failure—they're just part of the journey. [00:00:00]–Introduction: TJ welcomes guest Matt [00:01:00]–Matt's childhood and family background  [00:02:00]–Early trauma and how it resurfaced  [00:03:00]–First experiences with alcohol and drinking to escape  [00:04:00]–College drinking and early warning signs  [00:06:00]–Moving to California and deepening struggles  [00:07:00]–DUIs and first attempt at treatment  [00:08:00]–Entering the Life Center and finding spirituality  00:10:00]–Admitting alcoholism and seeing signs everywhere  [00:12:00]–Hitting six months of sobriety  [00:13:00]–Volunteering at CCAR and telephone recovery support  [00:14:00]–Life in recovery: music, friendships, and faith  [00:16:00]–Training to become a recovery coach  [00:18:00]–Overcoming the idea of "drinking normally" again  [00:19:00]–The importance of staying connected and using a support system  [00:22:00]–Final message: “Stumbling doesn't mean failure—keep trying”   ----Across the Web----

Like so many things in wellness, it's easier said than done to live alcohol free. If you've tried before or are curious about sober living, this episode is for you! It's the practical side of how to unlock unexpected health benefits, stronger connections, and a clearer mind.Today on Salad With a Side of Fries, Jenn Trepeck continues to explore the thought-provoking idea of living "Dry Beyond January" with Gillian Tietz, MS, CAMS-I, host of the Sober Powered podcast and a sobriety and anger management coach. Jenn and Gill discuss the challenges and rewards of embracing an alcohol-free lifestyle, from tackling cravings and navigating social settings to finding deeper connections and breaking the cycle of shame that often comes from drinking. Whether you're taking a break from alcohol or considering sobriety for the long haul, you'll discover strategies to manage triggers, build healthier habits, and redefine your relationship with drinking. The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, discussing wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let's dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store. IN THIS EPISODE: [6:20] To drink, or not to drink[9:41] Reversing shame and judgment and shared experiences[12:56] Pros and cons of a Dry January[15:10] Navigating a sober weekend[18:55] Connecting with non-drinkers and dating while sober[28:41] Strategies for communicating going alcohol-free[30:57] Ordering Alcohol-free drinks with caution [35:14] Avoiding triggers and habits and creating new enjoyable memories without alcohol[38:53] The National Helpline is 800-662-HELP KEY TAKEAWAYS: Connecting with others in sober communities is critical for overcoming the shame spiral from drinking. Sharing experiences and hearing “I struggle with that, too" from your peers can help you realize you are not alone and break the isolation cycle.People often underestimate the unexpected challenges of quitting drinking, such as fatigue that persists for weeks and doubts about the payoff. These moments of struggle can lead to thoughts of giving up or attempting moderation. Patience and understanding the long-term benefits are essential to living dry beyond January.For those who choose not to drink, strategies include discreetly blending in, such as ordering non-alcoholic drinks that resemble alcoholic ones, setting clear boundaries early in dating or social scenarios and avoiding habits and triggers that increase your desire or cravings to drink.Successfully navigating cravings and triggers involves strategies beyond willpower, such as changing your environment, identifying emotional triggers, and reflecting on past behaviors to plan better responses.QUOTES: [6:42] “If you're wondering if you can, then you are somebody that can't moderate their drinking. I think it's just as simple as that. Like people that can moderate just do and live their lives.” - Gill Tietz[8:43]” Because when you think of an alcoholic, you think of a weak-willed loser who ruined their whole life because they like to drink too much, they're selfish, all of that kind of stuff. And many of us know that's not true, but that's the general public's perception. So, I was afraid of being labeled as an alcoholic and judged.” Gill Tietz[12:19] “The difference though, is that people could go the rest of their life without drinking. People can't go the rest of their life without eating.” Jenn Trepeck.[31:00] “I think more and more now, there are so many more non-alcoholic options on bar menus or in restaurant menus and certainly so many more in stores.” Jenn Trepeck[33:20] “I think it's such a valid point to recognize that we have that biochemical response, we have that craving, that reward pathway that still exists, even if we're not always feeding it. And that some of these other things can end up feeding that same pathway.” Jenn TrepeckRESOURCES:Become A Member of Salad with a Side of FriesJenn's Free Menu PlanA Salad With a Side of FriesA Salad With A Side Of Fries MerchA Salad With a Side of Fries InstagramThe Truth About AlcoholYou Are Not Alone: Relapse RateGUEST RESOURCES: Sober Powered - PodcastSober Powered - WebsiteSober Powered - InstagramGUEST BIOGRAPHY: Gillian Tietz, MS, CAMS-I, hosts the Sober Powered Podcast and is a sobriety and anger management coach. Getting sober in 2019 inspired her to start her podcast, where she utilizes her biochemistry background to teach others how alcohol affects the brain and why it's so hard to stop drinking.

Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 162 |  Host TJ sits down with Michael Brunk, a passionate recovery ally. Michael delves deep into his family's experience with addiction, highlighting the significant impact on the family unit and the essential support needed for those in recovery. He reflects on his brother's active struggle with substance use and the pivotal moments that led Michael to make personal changes. Through his career in wellness, Michael shifted his focus from self-indulgence to helping others, bringing a unique perspective from the family's side of addiction. Together, TJ and Michael explore themes of family, self-love, personal growth, and the importance of a supportive community in the recovery journey. 00:00 Introduction to the Recovery Matters Podcast00:23 Michael Brunk's Family and Addiction01:09 Personal Struggles and Turning Points01:58 The Impact of Addiction on Family02:46 Recognizing and Addressing Addiction04:27 The Role of Wellness in Recovery12:29 Supporting Families in Crisis21:00 Navigating Recovery Challenges21:30 The Role of Family and Support Systems22:22 Statistics and Realities of Treatment24:48 Personal Stories and Experiences29:46 The Importance of Self-Love in Recovery34:12 Spirituality and Recovery39:12 Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude ----Across the Web----

In this episode, Kathleen Page, MD, and Glenn J. Treisman, MD, PhD, discuss the interplay between addiction and HIV. Learn as they share their approaches to reframing the conversation about addiction and overcoming barriers to effective addiction care for people living with HIV.Presenters:Kathleen Page, MDProfessorInfectious DiseasesJohns Hopkins School of MedicineBaltimore, Maryland Glenn J. Treisman, MD, PhDEugene Meyer III Professor of Psychiatry and MedicineJohns Hopkins University School of MedicineBaltimore, MarylandDownloadable slides:https://bit.ly/3TR3OVVProgram:https://bit.ly/3WB2VCO

Relapse doesn't have to be a part of your recovery, but relapse prevention is a necessity! As the seasons change, Sarah, Clayton, and Katie discuss their experience with relapse and the tools they use for relapse prevention. Katie stays plugged into her sober network and her recovery community to prevent relapse. She also writes poetry

In this episode, host and producer of The Psychology of Self-Injury podcast, Dr. Nicholas Westers, shares his own thoughts about what we should consider when supporting friends, families, clients, and patients who engage in nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI). This marks the first solo episode of the podcast, and Dr. Westers offers ways for listeners to have a bigger role on the podcast, including:Should you or someone you know be interviewed on the podcast? We want to know! Please fill out this Google doc form, and we will be in touch with more details if it's a good fit.Want to hear your question and have it answered on the podcast? Please send an audio clip of your question (60 seconds or less) to @DocWesters on Instagram or Twitter/X, or email us at thepsychologyofselfinjury@gmail.comWant to be involved in research? Send us a message at thepsychologyofselfinjury@gmail.com and we will see if we can match you to an active study.Want to interact with us through comments and polls? You can on Spotify!Below are a couple papers related to this episode with Dr. Westers:Westers, N. J., Rehfuss, M., Olson, L., & Biron, D. (2012). The role of forgiveness in adolescents who engage in nonsuicidal self-injury. The Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease, 200(6), 535-541.Westers, N. J., & Tinsley, B. (2023). Nonsuicidal self-injury risk assessment, intervention, and guidance for first responders and medical settings. In E. E. Lloyd-Richardson, I. Baetens, & J. Whitlock (Eds.), The Oxford handbook of nonsuicidal self-injury (pp. 873–893). Oxford University Press.Follow Dr. Westers on Instagram and Twitter/X (@DocWesters). To join ISSS, visit itriples.org and follow ISSS on Facebook and Twitter/X (@ITripleS).The Psychology of Self-Injury podcast has been rated as one of the "10 Best Self Harm Podcasts" and "20 Best Clinical Psychology Podcasts" by Feedspot  and one of the Top 100 Psychology Podcasts by Goodpods. It has also been featured in Audible's "Best Mental Health Podcasts to Defy Stigma and Begin to Heal." Goodpods Top 100 Parents Podcasts Listen now to The Psychology of Self-Injury: ExploringSelf-Harm & Mental Health podcast Goodpods Top 100 Research Podcasts Listen now to The Psychology of Self-Injury: ExploringSelf-Harm & Mental Health podcast 

WEBSITE: www.beyondbodycoach.com EMAIL: hello@beyondbodycoach.com INSTAGRAM:  Mia: https://www.instagram.com/whatmiadidnext Holly: https://www.instagram.com/hi.beautiful___ Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional or psychologist. These videos were created purely to share advice from my own experience as a survivor and eating disorder recovery coach and to encourage eating disorder sufferers to discuss their struggle openly.

Join the trudge crew this week for a special Independence Day episode. First, we go around the horn and update on our travels and how our 4th of July was and what we did. Next the boys talk about the greatest country in the world, Murica, why we love it, and what makes it so special. The recovery segment brings a somewhat controversial title in “relapse prevention”, but the boys delve into the steps and mindset that can and should be taken into recovery to avoid relapse. It may be part of some people's journey but it does not have to be. Contact the Guys:Instagram: @trudgereportpodFacebook: Trudge ReportTikTok: trudgereportpodYouTube: @trudgereportpod

Learn some of the best supplement formulas for alcohol and drug detox, cravings, preventing relapse, bouncing back from relapse, and beyond. In this episode, you'll hear a segment of Matt Finch's newest Live Course and Group Coaching Program called Master THOR To End Your Addiction Now: Mind/Body/Spirit Mastery For Alcohol Recovery. The class was two hours of lecture and 15 minutes of discussion after. Here are the main concepts discussed by Matt Finch: Why Supplements are a Kickass Strategy The Philosophy of Supplementation for Addiction Recovery Benefits of Using Supplements for Addiction Recovery Some of the Top Supplements, Formulas, and Brands Chris and Matt Love The Addictive (or "Extremist") Personality and beyond... Show Notes Page>>

Hello, Hello; this is your boy Shirivngton Hannays, ⁠#TheLaughingTherapistOnCall⁠ with a new Branded "The Recovery Show". Learn what are the 6 Common Enemies of Addiction Recovery, Behavioural Change, and Relapse Prevention. It is said that your number one enemy in recovery is: YOU. This episode explores why and how this may be the case by exploring my signature "6 Common Enemies of Addiction Recovery, Behaviour Change, and Relapse Prevention." Looking specifically at the first 2 common enemies. That of your core mindsets that shape your worldview and your default or automatic Defense mechanism used in response to life's stresses and stressors. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relapserescue/message

How to Get off the Relapse Wheel: Where Addiction, Attachment Repair and Meditation Meet We're very happy to offer a new free online video resource ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"The Main Signs of Attachment Disturbance".⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠In this two-part video course, you'll learn how to identify the core disturbances, and how combining meditation and attachment work can help you move beyond the challenges and live a truly meaningful life.Begin your journey today!

In this vital episode of "The Addicted Mind Plus," Duane and Eric Osterlind dive into the critical topic of relapse prevention and planning. They stress the importance of being proactive rather than reactive when it comes to maintaining sobriety. The duo discusses how a well-thought-out relapse plan can significantly reduce the overwhelming feelings of anxiety and defeat that often accompany recovery. They also emphasize that making a plan during moments of clarity and health is essential. By incorporating practical strategies, such as identifying triggers and outlining coping mechanisms, listeners are equipped with tools to navigate challenging situations effectively. This episode is not only a guide but also an encouragement for anyone struggling with addiction to take control and prepare for the future. Download The Relapse Prevention Planning Worksheet Key Topics The critical importance of a relapse prevention plan Identifying and preparing for triggers The role of emotional and situational awareness in relapse Strategies for immediate response to cravings Building a support network as part of the relapse plan Key Moments [00:01:06] Discussion begins on the significance of relapse prevention. [00:02:22] Explaining the high risk of relapse and the best time to prepare. [00:03:15] The proactive benefits of planning are discussed. [00:06:32] The value of a support network in relapse prevention. [00:10:00] Detailed guidance on creating a personal relapse plan. [00:16:48] Conclusion and resources for listeners to create their own plan. Download link for show notes:  https://addicted-mind.ck.page/5c8f6968ca Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple ‘+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: If you live in California and are looking for counseling or therapy please check out Novus Mindful Life Counseling and Recovery Center NovusMindfulLife.com We want to hear from you. Leave us a message or ask us a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/addictedmind Disclaimer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taz is a comedian, and person in long term recovery. He tracked me down at the 2024 Saskatchewan Safety Seminar because he has some powerful insights as a result of his journey with mental health and addiction. This was a great talk, I hope you check it out!Check out Taz's website HERESupport the showWe've got fresh merch and it's amazing! Pick yours up HERE Are you getting something from our content? Tap here and buy us a coffee to say thanks and help us keep this train on the tracks! Check us out on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@hardknoxtalksCheck out the AIMS-SK Program https://cmelearning.usask.ca/specialized-programs/aims-sk/aims_sk_overview.phpStronger Together CanadaHolding Hope CanadaHealing Hearts Canada

Learn about the most effective nutritional strategies for Alcohol or Drug Detox, Healing, Relapse Prevention, and Recovery in this clip from an epic live class by Matt Finch. The new program is Mastering Supplements For Alcohol Recovery.; a six-week deep dive into the biochemical pillar of addiction and recovery. In this episode, Matt Finch is teaching a live Zoom class that went on for four hours on February 27, 2024. The clip you're going to hear has EPIC information on all of the top nutritional strategies for overcoming addiction once and for all. The main topics you're going to learn about are: The Creators of The Pro-Recovery Diet (Julia Ross and Christina Veselak) The Top 8 Anti-Recovery Edibles The Top 7 Pro-Recovery Foods The Primary Principles of the Pro-Recovery Diet The Importance of Protein (in Greek means "of Primary Importance") Example #1: Amy's Pro-Recovery Nutrition Plan for a Day Example #2: Tom's Pro-Recovery Nutrition Plan for a Day The Simple Pro-Recovery Nutrient Triad The Hierarchy of Pro-Recovery Macros Show Notes Page>>

Annica Strandberg-Schmidt  Annica Strandberg-Schmidt is a sugar addiction therapist, HMA®️ certified and SUGAR ®licensed/certified by Bitten Jonsson. She is an author, instructor in Conscious Breathing, certified in Relapse Prevention Therapy by Cenaps Corporation and has a YouTube channel where you can find inspiration and knowledge. Annica is a tutor in Bitten Jonsson's SUGAR training. Annica specialises in children and sugar. She has released a book called “Små Sockerbomber och Vuxna Barn” (transl. “Small Sugarbombs and Adult Children”) where she teaches about sugar addiction and gives hands on advice on how to make changes related to food together with your children and being a parent and recovering sugar addict. Her hope is to provide support for parents so they can make the change they themselves are ready to do and find ways to support young people who want to make changes and live a healthy life.   Bio: I live on a dairy farm in the western part of Sweden together with my husband and children. I am passionate about teaching about good food and the way we produce it. Meat is not a burden to our planet! I have a lot of experience working with children and parents related to sugar addiction and have been working in the field since 2010. I have a recovery story of my own and as I started my journey in 2006, my children were small, which made me do all the research on children and sugar, food, parenting and recovery that ended up with me writing the book. (The book is only avaliable in Swedish, so far) My children were born in 2002, 2004 and 2009 and only the youngest still lives at home. I have a firsthand knowledge of how a LCHF and keto lifestyle can cure deep depression and how removing sugar, flour, sweeteners and carbs can make your spirit soar and your body and brain healthy, functioning, strong and thriving on your right fuel mix! I have experience from guiding approximately 400 clients with making Food Plans, Biochemical Repair, Relapse Prevention, Recovery plans and Motivational sessions. Link to Show Notes on Website https://fabulouslyketo.com/podcast/179. Annica’s Book “Små Sockerbomber och Vuxna Barn” (transl. “Small Sugarbombs and Adult Children”) – Annica Strandberg Schmidt Annica’s Top Tips Take action – do things – don't just think. Have a recovery squad – other people who are on the same journey who can support you. Don't take yourself too seriously – have fun with yourself. Resources Mentioned Potatoes Not Prozac: How To Control Depression, Food Cravings And Weight Gain – Kathleen Desmaison 011: Bitten Jonsson – Sugar Addiction Red Light – Lamp Connect with Annica Strandberg-Schmidt on social media Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/annica.strandberg.7 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/annicastrandbergschmidt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annicastrandbergschmidt/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annica-strandberg-schmidt-976298241/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDLoG9OqOeqa-fICyVIzlrw Website Details: https://annicastrandbergschmidt.com/ The Fabulously Keto Diet & Lifestyle Journal: A 12-week journal to support new habits – Jackie Fletcher If you have enjoyed listening to this episode – Leave us a review By leaving us a review on your favourite podcast platform, you help us to be found by others. Support Jackie Help Jackie make more episodes by supporting her If you wish to support her by just pledging £1 or £2 a month go to: https://fabulouslyketo.thrivecart.com/support-the-podcast/ Or You can get some extra benefits by supporting her on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FabulouslyKeto Connect with us on social media https://www.facebook.com/FabulouslyKeto https://www.instagram.com/FabulouslyKeto1 https://twitter.com/FabulouslyKeto Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/FabulouslyKeto Music by Bob Collum Recommend a guest We would love to know if you have a favourite guest you would like us to interview. Let us know who you would like to hear of if you have a particular topic you would like us to cover. https://fabulouslyketo.com/recommend-a-guest We sometimes get a small commission on some of the links, this goes towards the costs of producing the podcast.

Many with substance use disorders make recovery attempts, whether through abstinence or reduction goals. However, some level of return to previous levels of use are relatively common, and treatments developed over the past four decades have typically included elements focused on relapse prevention. However, this was not always the case. Dr. Katie Witkiewitz discusses the history of relapse prevention and her work in the space of mindfulness-based relapse prevention. She also discusses recent conversations about the phrase "relapse": what does it mean, and how is it captured in scientific studies? Dr. Witkiewitz is the Director of the Center on Alcohol, Substance Use, And Addictions (CASAA) and a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of New Mexico.

Kirsten Johansen is a resilient survivor, coach, mentor, guide, teacher, and advocate with over 30 years of experience in human-centered health, wellness, and transformation. She earned a BA, an MBA, and Addiction Recovery and Relapse Prevention certifications. Using the core principle of unconditional self-acceptance, Kirsten lights the way for people to navigate the challenges all humans face in their relationships, health, and professional lives. She demonstrates that by centering their intrinsic value, learning how to silence their inner critic, and letting go of perfectionism--creativity, love, and freedom have room to thrive.  website address: https://www.giraffetangooctopus.com/  email address: coachkj@giraffetangooctopus.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we talk about GVHD prophylaxis, including recent data on post-transplant cyclophosphamide and abatacept with Dr. Shernan Holtan from the University of Minnesota. Here are the key trials we discussed:1. BMT CTN 1203 trial: Three prophylaxis regimens (tacrolimus, mycophenolate mofetil, and cyclophosphamide; tacrolimus, methotrexate, and bortezomib; or tacrolimus, methotrexate, and maraviroc) versus tacrolimus and methotrexate for prevention of GVHD in allogeneic transplantation. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30824040/ 2. BMT CTN 1703 study: Post-Transplantation Cyclophosphamide-Based GVHD prophylaxis  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37342922/ 3. Patient-Reported Outcomes of BMT CTN 1703 https://ash.confex.com/ash/2023/webprogram/Paper187859.html 4. Phase II Study of Myeloablative 7-8/8-Matched Allotransplantation with Post-Transplantation Cyclophosphamide, Tacrolimus, and Mycophenolate Mofetil https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37311510/ 5. BMT CTN 1301 trial: Randomized Phase III BMT CTN Trial of Calcineurin Inhibitor-Free Chronic Graft-Versus-Host Disease Interventions in Myeloablative Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation for Hematologic Malignancies https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34855460/ 6. Phase II Trial of Costimulation Blockade With Abatacept for Prevention of Acute GVHD (ABA2) https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33449816/ 7. Aurora Kinase a Inhibition for Gvhd and Relapse Prevention after Allogeneic HCT: Phase I Trial in Combination with Ptcy/Sirolimus https://ash.confex.com/ash/2023/webprogram/Paper181292.html

I have been in recovery for many years and I know, that for those struggling with alcohol and substance misuse, Christmas can be a very challenging time. To help those who are wanting to remain abstinent over the festive period, let me break down the "The 12 Lies of Addiction". If we can spot the intrusive thought as a lie and make a different decision - we have another excellent tool in our recovery toolbox. No more falling for the lies! I'll guide you through recognising the deceptive thoughts and making conscious healthy decisions that lead to freedom. Let's empower ourselves and create a supportive community. Share this podcast with anyone who might need a boost this holiday season. Topics - 0:00 Intro 2:25 What is addiction? 5:40 Lie 1 - There is no problem! 8:13 Lie 2 - There is a problem but the problem wont go away! 12:30 Lie 3 - You ARE your addiction! 15:18 Lie 4 - Addiction is too complicated to understand! 25:31 Lie 5 - Just 1 wont hurt! 29:27 Lie 6 - It will be different this time! 30:23 Lie 7 - No one is here so who will know? 31:48 Lie 8 - Forever is impossible so relapse now! 34:43 Lie 9 - It will be like the "good" days! 36:38 Lie 10 - Drinking/using will make you feel better! 41:00 Lie 11 - If only you were "normal"! 47:19 Lie 12 - You are not enough! This Podcast is not for profit but my goal is to break even. To help me make more please donate here. Thank you! https://bit.ly/3kSucAs Follow Oliver Instagram - https://bit.ly/3IemHLY Threads - https://bit.ly/3svw7yL Facebook - http://bit.ly/3w8S1Gx LinkedIn - http://bit.ly/3kp4ymC TikTok - https://bit.ly/3YGLsYm Twitter - http://bit.ly/3GQYj2l Listen or watch on: (please subscribe/follow & rate/review) YouTube - https://bit.ly/3NuVwzU Apple - https://apple.co/3PajZvQ or search 'School of Rock Bottom' where you listen to your podcasts.

Learn how a National Geographic 2017 endorses my conclusion in the last episode that it is the brain that ultimately causes addiction by hijacking the process that ends in loss of control and dependency. Therefore, how do you know which Addiction Counseling or treatment will work you and what to include in your much needed Relapse Prevention plan before you leave structure counseling, therapy or treatment? This episode get straight to the point with my 2 steps brief relapse prevention and or rescue intervention. For more information on how to rescue yourself from a relapse take my signature self-paced online #relapseREScue EduTherapy 101 introduction course @ www.howtorescueyourself.ca. I am now available live and on-demand 24/7 on www.counseloroncall.online. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relapserescue/message

Find long-term healing in your substance abuse recovery journey with CFC Recovery (833-300-4673) in Toms River, NJ. The organization is committed to helping you rebuild your life after addiction through peer-based support and programs. Learn more at https://healingus.org/ CFC Recovery City: Farmingdale Address: 260 Casino Drive Website https://www.healingus.org Phone +1-866-798-3232 Email info@healingus.org

Felipe Blue, LCAS, CSI, LMCHCA has a discussion with Adam Vibe Gunton, a bestselling author, founder of Recovered On Purpose, and host of The Recovered On Purpose Show. After overcoming homelessness and drug addiction on November 6, 2017, Adam set out on a mission to help as many other addicts find recovery as possible. His nonprofit, Recovered On Purpose, helps addicts in recovery share their stories powerfully with the world to reach more addicts suffering. Since its founding in November 2019, Recovered On Purpose has helped over 1,000 addicts find recovery. Adam believes the system of addiction treatment and recovery has foundationally failed and is on a mission to uproot all the flaws by working to restore purpose and passion to the recovery community. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/morethantherapy/message

Using Dr. Gant's book End Your Addiction Now, Matt Finch discusses the highly important yet almost always overlooked second element of Phase 2 of recovery - Detoxification. There are 2 factors in Detox.  One detoxes the substance out of their body of course, but general detoxification done simultaneously can greatly increase your health and relapse prevention phase of life. General detoxification is reducing the toxic load in the liver, chelation, phase 2 heavy metal detoxification, lowering oxidative stress and inflammation, and more. Here are the main topics discussed in Episode #322: What is toxic load? The 3 main causes of high toxic load High exposure to toxins Breakdown of the body's barriers against toxins The inability of the liver to adequately process toxins Nutritional supplements that will help you win the battle against toxins Lecithin Lactobacillus Acidophilus Bifidus Vitamin E Vitamin C MSM Alpha Lipoic Acid Glutathione Glycine How long to use the supplements for What about using this protocol while I'm still using substances? Show Notes Page>>

On this week's episode, Accelerator Dr. Simul Parikh hosts Radiation Oncologist Dr. Daniel Koffler to discuss psychedelics in oncology!They kick off the conversation by discussing ketamine. They review it's use in head and neck and gynecologic cancers, and discuss two trials by Daniel and colleagues (see below).Later, they discuss the systemic use of psychedelics, some practical advice for incorporating psychedelics (topical and systemic) and collaborating with psychiatrists and psychologists in your local practice.Here are some things discussed during the show as well as some more stuff you should check out:Clinical trial of ketamine mouthwash by Daniel and friends (get the protocol)Clinical trial of ketamine psychotherapy (KAPTIVATED) by the sameAnalgesic effects of topical ketamine, a reviewTreatment of severe mucositis pain with oral ketamine mouthwashTopical Ketamine in the Treatment of Mucositis Pain, a dramatic case report"Finding medical value in mescaline" in NatureEfficacy of ketamine therapy in the treatment of depressionEfficacy of Esketamine Nasal Spray Plus Oral Antidepressant Treatment for Relapse Prevention in Depression(Editor's Book Recommendation! For an excellent book on the history of psychedelics research and their resurgence, check out How To Change Your Mind by Michael Pollen)Podcast art generously donated by Dr. Danielle Cunningham. Intro and Outro music by Emmy-award winning artist Lucas Cantor Santiago.The Accelerators Podcast is a Photon Media production. 

Dr. Laura Petracek Ph.D. discusses all things addiction and recovery with Paul Krauss MA LPC on this episode. Dr. Petracek believes that people can use DBT [Dialectical Behavior Therapy] as a method of emotional regulation and relapse prevention that stabilizes and strengthens recovery journeys to combat the emotions associated with drinking. If you or someone you know is struggling, or if you are clinician or someone who is interested in solutions--this episode is for you. Dr. Laura Petracek, Clinical Psychologist, Addiction Specialist, and author of the workbook, The DBT Workbook for Alcohol and Drug Addiction: Skills and Strategies for Emotional Regulation, Recovery, and Relapse Prevention [2023].  Laura Petracek, PhD, LCSW is a certified DBT therapist who, as a recovering addict herself, uses her own experiences with recovery and treatment to help others. Dr. Petracek received her Master of Social Work from the Wurzweiler School of Social Work and her PhD in Clinical Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies. She has worked in the field of psychotherapy for more than thirty years, twenty-six of which have been spent as a practicing Clinical Psychologist in California. Dr. Petracek is an LGBTQ+ member and ally. She believes that mental illness can feel like you're in a freefall because you've lost control of your mind but emphasizes that it's okay not to be okay. She is committed to providing the highest quality psychotherapy services, as a psychologist and author, that honor where individuals are on their personal growth journeys. Dr. Petracek is the author of The Anger Workbook for Women and The DBT Workbook for Alcohol and Drug Addiction. Get involved with the National Violence Prevention Hotline: 501(c)(3) Donate Share with your network Write your congressperson Sign our Petition Looking for excellent medical billing services? Check out Therapist Billing Services. A behavioral and mental health billing service developed by therapists for therapists. Preview an Online Video Course for the Parents of Young Adults (Parenting Issues) EMDR Training Solutions (For all your EMDR training needs!) Paul Krauss MA LPC is the Clinical Director of Health for Life Counseling Grand Rapids, home of The Trauma-Informed Counseling Center of Grand Rapids. Paul is also a Private Practice Psychotherapist, an Approved EMDRIA Consultant , host of the Intentional Clinician podcast, Behavioral Health Consultant, Clinical Trainer, and Counseling Supervisor. Paul is now offering consulting for a few individuals and organizations. Paul is the creator of the National Violence Prevention Hotline (in progress) as well as the Intentional Clinician Training Program for Counselors. Paul has been quoted in the Washington Post, NBC News, and Wired Magazine. Questions? Call the office at 616-200-4433.  If you are looking for EMDRIA consulting groups, Paul Krauss MA LPC is now hosting weekly online and in-person groups.  For details, click here. For general behavioral and mental health consulting for you or your organization. Follow Health for Life Grand Rapids: Instagram   |   Facebook     |     Youtube  Original Music: ”Alright" from the forthcoming album Mystic by PAWL (Spotify) "That Life" from V by Unknown Mortal Orchestra (Spotify)  

In this installment of the Recovery Ready Workplace Series, we delve into the critical topic of creating a recovery-ready workplace that supports individuals in their journey of substance use recovery. Substance use issues can significantly impact employees and their ability to perform at their best. As organizations strive to promote a culture of inclusivity and well-being, it is essential to establish a workplace that fosters support, understanding, and resources for those in recovery.Join us as we explore strategies, best practices, and insights on building a recovery-ready workplace that empowers employees on their path to substance use recovery. Key discussion points in this episode include:Understanding The Stages of Substance Abuse Disorder: It can be helpful to understand how alcoholism might show up in its various stages. In understanding the stages, we can understand how substance use might show up in a workplace.Creating a Recovery-Supportive Culture: A recovery-ready workplace begins with a culture of empathy, understanding, and support. We explore strategies for creating an environment that encourages open communication, destigmatizes substance use recovery, and promotes well-being. Hosting Healthy Recovery Events: When hosting work events, there are specific details that can make an immense difference in how likely an employees might start down the road to recovery.By embracing the principles of empathy, support, and education, organizations can create recovery-ready workplaces that provide a safe and understanding space for employees on their journey of substance use recovery. Join us as we explore the strategies and considerations for building workplaces that promote recovery, well-being, and long-term success.Episode ResourcesLionrock Recovery | lionrockrecovery.comLionrock Health | lionrockhealth.comConnect with Ashley Loeb BlassingameChange Mail Newsletter | lionrock.life/couragetochangepodcastTikTok | @ashleyloebblassingameInstagram | @ashleyloebblassingameConnect with The Courage to ChangePodcast Website | lionrock.life/couragetochangepodcastPodcast Instagram | @couragetochange_podcastPodcast Facebook | @thecouragetochangepodcastPodcast Email | podcast@lionrock.lifeYouTube | The Courage to Change Playlist

Listen in as we hear from Dr. Laura Petracek, author of the new book "The DBT Workbook for Alcohol and Drug Addiction: Skills and Strategies for Emotional Regulation, Recovery, and Relapse Prevention."

Learn how to harness the power of audio-therapeutics, audio-therapy stacking, and augmenting addiction recovery even more. Audio therapy is such a healing modality and there is a plethora of research on the many benefits of it for things like mood, focus, insomnia, anxiety, depression, pain, and much more. Overview of the main topics in this episode: What is audio-therapy? What are the different types of audio-therapies What are the benefits of audio-therapies Using audio-therapies for addiction recovery and mind/body/spirit wellness Using audio-therapies for a trauma/hypervigilance CNS or an SPS/HSP and/or Empath Trait, for Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome, Relapse Prevention, Mental Optimizing, Physical Optimizing, Emotional Optimizing, Spiritual Optimizing Resources for using audio-therapies at home Show Notes Page>> Links to main resources from this episode: SleepTube - Hypnotic Relaxation Mind Amend SpaceWave - Cosmic Relaxation ( LUX ) - Ambient Music Inner Lotus Music State Azure Cozy Nordic Eternal Depth Mei-lan Healing Vibrations Self-Healing Collective Silent Rhythm SleepPhones SomaDerm NeuraVie

Instant Help for Smoking Relapse Prevention - has the following 15 mini-sessions.   1. Change Your Environment 2. Consider Leaving Immediately 3. Talk Yourself Out of Smoking 4. Call a Supportive Friend 5. Tolerate Your Bad Mood 6. Distract Yourself 7. Fast Forward 8. Reaffirm Your Commitment 9. Drink Water 10. Know There Are Firsts for Everything 11. Avoid Alcohol 12. Avoid Emotional Topics 13. Avoid Romanticizing Smoking 14. Avoid Smoke 15. A-Z Detour

Happy Monday girl! In today's episode, I share all about the 4 recovery steps for relapse prevention. I discuss what exactly is lapsing & relapsing in eating disorder recovery. & I share the 4 key steps that you can start implementing today to get out of your rut & prevent relapse of disordered eating.  Temptation is temporary. & if you can remove the triggers by understanding them in the first place, then you can help prevent relapse all together. I hope you love this episode, just as much as I loved pouring into your day. Here is a quote that hits very close to home for me & I pray it provides hope & healing to your recovery journey: “Food is something I am going to have to face at least three times a day for the rest of my life. And I am not perfect. But one really bad day does not mean that I am hopeless and back at square one with my eating disorder. Olympic ice skaters fall in their quest for the gold. Heisman Trophy winners throw interceptions. Professional singers forget the words. And people with eating disorders sometimes slip back into an old pattern. But all of these individuals just pick themselves back up and do the next right thing. The ice skater makes the next jump. The football player throws the next pass. The singer finishes the song. And I am going to eat breakfast.”- Jenni Schaefer If you enjoy this episode, let me know! Send an email over to me @ info@lindseynichol.com & join our free group on FB! You can find me at all the links below. & if you need more support, you can find next steps at www.lindseynichol.com. Complete your recovery coaching application & let's jump on a quick connect together to see if personalized support is right for you. with love & purpose, lindsey _ Find All the Things -＞ www.lindseynichol.com  ______ Coach with Me -＞ info@lindseynichol.com   ______ Join the free FB community of women -＞ www.facebook.com/groups/herbestselfsociety/  ______ Need a helping hand guiding you girl!? You don't have to do this alone! Step 1: Go all IN! Decide to commit to yourself & your future! Do it scared girlfriend. Just do it! Step 2: Apply for limited 1:1 & let's work together at www.lindseynichol.com/apply-for-coaching  Step 3: Leverage the FB community for support & stay tuned for all the resources up & coming to help serve you! YOU TOTALLY GOT THIS! * While I am a certified health coach, anorexia survivor & eating disorder recovery coach, I do not intend the use of this message to serve as medical advice. Please refer to the disclaimer here in the show & be sure to contact a licensed clinical provider if you are struggling with an eating disorder. 

Today my guest is Dr Laura Petracek, a clinical psychologist and author of “The DBT Workbook for Alcohol and Drug Addiction: Skills and Strategies for Emotional Regulation, Recovery and Relapse Prevention”. Can I just tell you… I LOVE A WORKBOOK! This one in particular is good for people like us because there are questions and writing prompts that support behavior change.   But before we jump in, it's resource time! Today I just want to talk about one of the most misunderstood tools, meditation. Whenever I suggest meditation to clients or friends, I'm inevitably met with resistance. The two comments I hear the most are: either “I just can't meditate”, or “Yeah I should probably do that”, but it never happens.    So let's clarify the biggest misconception: Meditation is not about not thinking. If you think you're failing at meditation because you can't keep thoughts out, that idea is a misunderstanding. In meditation, there is no goal per se other than to be fully present in the moment. As you notice your brain is thinking, you just bring your awareness back to the breath. If you notice you are thinking 1,000 times, then you simply notice without judgment and bring it back. It's like casting a line out when you're fishing. You focus on the breath, notice when you're lost in thought, and reel it back in. Meditation is a practice, and like any practice, we suck at it in the beginning, then we keep practicing and get better and better.    In regards to why people consider it but don't do it, I propose it;s because it's not a priority. I wonder if it's not a priority because the value of meditation just hasn't been made clear enough. But instead of talking about why its so good for you, which a lot of people do, I'm going to highlight the COST of NOT doing it. If we can agree that the quality of your life depends on the thoughts you think and the actions you take, then we have to acknowledge a simple truth which is that it all centers in your brain. And just like you wouldn't run a marathon without training first, why would you think you could tackle something like getting sober, or make any major change in your life without conditioning your mind first? It's where all your decisions are made! Meditation is the process of conditioning your mind and your nervous system to help you achieve your goals so that you can ultimately achieve what we all want. Things like better relationships, health, peace, satisfaction, contentment and connection. If you DON'T practice meditation, it could literally cost you the very things you are actively trying so hard to achieve.    I hope this helps you to decide to make meditation a priority. There are endless youtube videos and apps available at your fingertips. So do it today, and let me know what meditations you like and I'll share them on the Facebook page!   So that's it!  Please enjoy the episode with Dr Laura Petracek   Connect with Dr Petracek here: Visit Website:  Follow on Instagram   Watch on YouTube: ​​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNuRolkOZ7X8fCEFCDYd5tg Subscribe So You Don't Miss New Episodes!   Listen On:   https://apple.co/30g6ALF   https://odaatchat.libsyn.com/spotify   https://bit.ly/3n0taNQ     Watch Full Episodes!   https://bit.ly/2UpR5Lo  

In this episode, I read from pages 100- 101 in the Big Book and talk about my own experience with "the alcoholic mind", keeping in fit spiritual condition, and being able to be around alcohol. Thank you for over 10,000 listens a week. RECOVERYRADIOKMP3.com

In this edition of The Way Out I'm absolutely thrilled to bring you my interview with Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Person in Long term recovery and author, Dr. Laura Petracek. Laura shares her journey to and through recovery from alcoholism and addiction while at the same time coming to terms with, and addressing her bipolar disorder which together ended up being the struggle of her lifetime, and one that eventually motivated her to implement Dialectical Behavioral Therapy or DBT for short in her own life along with the 12-Step program she'd been working for years. A struggle, that ultimately informed her new book The DBT Workbook for Alcohol and Drug Addiction: Skills and Strategies for Emotional Regulation, Recovery, and Relapse Prevention which is chalked full of Recovery tools that are centered in DBT and the 12 Steps, which increasingly enable us achieve the often illusive balance between the extremes we've been accustomed to, and thereby enabling us to become increasingly closer to the people we feel called to be, and this here interview is likewise plum full of spiritual and recovery truth so listen up. Contact Dr. Laura Patracek and learn more about The DBT Workbook for Alcohol and Drug Addiction: Skills and Strategies for Emotional Regulation, Recovery, and Relapse Prevention https://www.laurapetracekphd.com/ https://www.amazon.com/DBT-Workbook-Alcohol-Drug-Addiction/dp/1839972521 Recovery Literature (Quit-Lit) Recommendation: Soul Silence: A Unique Approach to Mastering the 11th Step by Peter Amato - https://www.amazon.com/Soul-Silence-Unique-Approach-Mastering/dp/0757315305 DBT App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.swasth.dbtcoach https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dbt-coach/id1452264969 Best Recovery Advice: This too shall pass, One step at time, Hang on keep moving forward, It's easier to stay sober than to get sober Song that symbolizes Recovery: Learning to live by Celia Van Marth (sang during the episode) 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

Dr. Laura Petracek, a clinical psychologist and author of  The DBT Workbook for Alcohol and Drug Addiction: Skills and Strategies for Emotional Regulation, Recovery, and Relapse Prevention [Jessica Kingsley Publishers; February 21, 2023] joins David and Nate for an enlightening (and very personal) conversation about recovery.  For more about Dr. Petracek, visit laurapetracekphd.com

Ask David: Featuring Matt May, MD How can I help my son? Is rapid recovery just "First Aid?" Do early "attachment wounds" cause anxiety? What's the Hidden Emotion Model? Are anxious people overly "nice?" And more! In today's podcast, three shrinks discuss many intriguing questions about anxiety from listeners like you, and begin with a question from a man who is worried about his relationship with his 11 year old son, who is just starting to get cranky and a bit rebellious. Then we field questions posed by thousands of individuals who attended one of Dr. Burns' free workshops on anxiety sponsored by PESI more than a year ago. Most of the answers included in the show notes below were written prior to the podcast, so the live podcast will contain more information than the answers presented below. Guillermo asks: How can I get close to my 11 year old son? Hi, Dr Burns Thank you for all the knowledge you share through your books and your podcasts. “the way you think creates the way you feel” has changed the way i view life. I wanted to share an exchange I had with my 11 yo son 2 days ago. I was asking him to move some stuff around to clean his room and he was not loving it so his attitude reflected that, then i asked him about a particular lovely drawing of his that i found (from kindergarten) and he was dismissive and said “just throw it away” and i raised my voice and said “I CAN ALSO HAVE A BAD ATTITUDE, WOULD YOU LIKE FOR ME TO TALK TO YOU LIKE THIS?” (I was rude and loud) To which, he got startled and teary eyed and said “no”. And i immediately felt bad, noting that i pushed him away when i wanted to get closer to him. I later came to his room and apologized for my behavior and gave him a hug. I said “im sorry i raised my voice, im sure that hurt you and that hurts me bc you're the most important person in the world to me” and i gave him a hug. That same night I heard podcast 278 or 279 and you said “the road to enlightenment is a lonely one, my friend” when responding to someone asking about the other person in a relationship. I thought, damn that's true hahaha. I was going to say sorry but was thinking about what happened, this just reinforced it so much! After this I went over to his room to apologize. I seem to be struggling to stay close to him as he goes into his teenage years, any advice/thoughts that could help me improve my role in this? Thank you again for all you do, Guillermo David's answer: I can't tell you what to do, but I loved your last sentence, " I seem to be struggling to stay close to him as he goes into his teenage years, any advice/thoughts that could help me improve my role in this?" In my book, Feeling Great, my dear colleague, Dr. Jill Levitt did this exact thing with her son with fantastic results. Said almost that exact thing! Warmly, david ANSWERS TO DAVID'S PESI ANXIETY LECTURE QUESTIONS Is this rapid response merely first-aid. Am I right in assuming the sustained work (psychodynamic, therapy, body work etc.) is still required? David's answer. Nope! But of course, all humans are unique, and some will require a longer course of treatment than others, but this is not due to any “first aid” problem! Matt's Answer: I agree with a lot of this.  While we are frequently seeing rapid and complete elimination of negative feelings, like depression and anxiety, while using the TEAM model, we expect 100% of people to ‘relapse', at some point in the future.  Educating people about this is important and part of ‘Relapse Prevention'.  Part of Relapse Prevention involves accepting the impermanence of things, including our euphoric, enlightened experiences.  As the Buddhists say, ‘we all drift in and out of enlightenment'.  Relapses, the ‘drifting in-and-out' is a sign of a healthy brain.  Recovery is a bit like learning a new language, including how to talk-back to your negative thoughts.  While you can learn a new language, your healthy brain will not permanently forget your native tongue, so you'll occasionally go back to old habits in thinking.  So, achieving optimal mental health requires an ongoing practice with the methodology.  Rather than some new methodology, however, the one that is effective will be the one that helped you recover, in the first place.  If it was Exposure, you'll have to keep on doing that.  If it was talking back to your negative thoughts, then you'll have to do that, occasionally, etc.  This can be a bit disappointing or disheartening to hear, if you were expecting permanence or perfection.  Paradoxically, accepting the imperfect and impermanent nature of our reality is what leads to relief and recovery.  That is to say, ‘Enlightenment' is not a ‘perfect' mental state but an acceptance of an imperfect one.  If this seems distasteful, Enlightenment may not be what you're after!  For those of you willing to embrace and appreciate your average, imperfect and impermanent experiences in life, you are very likely to recovery.  You'll still need Relapse Prevention, including a commitment to continue to practice on an ongoing basis.  This leads to a higher level of recovery, in which you become your own ‘best therapist'.  Another place where I agree with you is that one might achieve (imperfect) recovery from anxiety and depression, and even take on the responsibility of maintaining these results, and yet still not be satisfied with some other aspects of life.  It's possible (in fact likely) for any given person to suffer, not only from mood problems, like anxiety and depression, but from other types of problems, like unwanted habits or addictions, or relationship problems.  TEAM contains methodologies that address these concerns as well.  ‘Recovery' from these conditions is the same as for mood problems, in that recovery will be imperfect and impermanent and require practice to sustain.  What type of practice that might be depends on the individual and we can't predict, in advance, what types of exercises will be effective, for a particular person.  In fact, there's a danger in assuming we know what will be effective and closing our minds to alternative approaches.  It's a common error, for therapists, to pick up one tool and use that, regardless of results, rather than trying new approaches.  This is kind of like having a hammer in your hand, and seeing all your patients as nails!  I like how David says it: ‘Treat people, not conditions'.  So, I think I agree with what you're saying, in that it requires trial-and-error with multiple methodologies to achieve initial recoveries, as well as ongoing practice to achieve optimal results.  I also feel compelled to observe the tendency for certain dangerous and wrong ideas to persist in our culture, kind of like ‘Urban Legends' or ‘Mythology'.  One example is the revolution that occurred in medicine when people realized that pathogens, like viruses and bacteria, cause disease.  It had previously been thought that disease states were caused by an imbalance of the ‘Four Humours', blood, bile, phelgm and calor (heat).  The treatment, for pretty much anything that ailed you, back then, was leeches and blood-letting, in hopes of restoring the balance of these ‘humours'.  A revolution in our understanding of disease occurred with the invention of the microscope.  It was now possible to visualize microscopic organisms, like bacteria, that we now know, after many experiments, are responsible for disease states. This allowed us to develop medications, like Penicillin, that kill bacteria and lead to rapid recoveries from infections, like pneumonia and immunizations that prevent infection.  Despite undeniable scientific evidence, people are prone to believing the old mythology, keeping the wrong and outdated model alive.  For example, many people are afraid, on a cold day, because they think that exposure to cold temperatures will lead to having a disease, which is even called a ‘cold'.  Meanwhile, we know, scientifically, that it's not cold temperatures or an imbalance of any ‘humour', that is causing colds, flus, and pneumonia.  It is microorganisms, like viruses and bacteria.  If you don't want to get a cold, it's better to sanitize your hands and wear a mask, than to bundle up on a cold day.  Instead of bloodletting and leeches, try vaccines and antibiotics.  Of course, people also make up new mythologies, around these, much to their detriment and at great cost to society.  My advice would be to listen to develop a skeptical mind and read the scientific literature.  Or, try to understand Neil DeGrasse Tyson, when he says, ‘Science is True, whether you believe it, or not'.  A similar revolution in our understanding has occurred in the field of Mental Health.  Like seeing bacteria, for the first time, after the invention of the microscope, we are returning to the understanding (which ancient Greek and Buddhist philosophers noted, as well) that it is our negative thinking that causes our suffering, more than our circumstances.  We know, now, that psychoanalysis is not required, to optimize mental health, any more than bloodletting or leeches is required to treat Pneumonia.  Thanks to Dr. David Burns, there is now a rapid, highly effective and medication-free treatment for depression and anxiety, called TEAM. Is the Hidden Emotion Model suitable for anxiety caused by early attachment wounds? David's answer. These big words are out of my pay scale, although they certainly sound erudite! In fact, the cause of anxiety is totally unknown, so when you say “caused by” we are in different universes! But the simple answer is yes, in 75% of cases, anxiety is helped greatly by the Hidden Emotion Model. Thanks! Matt's Answer:  The Hidden Emotion model would always be on my list of methods to try, for an individual who wanted help reducing their anxiety.  That said, it's better to select methods based on an individual's specific negative thoughts rather than the presence or absence of trauma in childhood.  In fact, the assumption that we know the cause of anxiety is problematic because it may lead to a kind of therapeutic ‘tunnel-vision' and delayed recovery, as time is wasted, trying the same approach, repeatedly, expecting different results. For example, assuming that ‘early attachment wounds' are the ‘cause' of anxiety may trigger the false belief that the most effective treatment would be many years, even decades, of Psychoanalysis.  This has been disproven, scientifically, yet it lingers in our minds, as a kind of mythology, passed down from our past.  Rather than subjecting our patients to decades on the couch, talking about their childhoods, it's far more effective to ‘fail our way to success', using multiple methods and measuring outcomes after each one, to discover what is actually effective for them.  Once you find the method(s) that are helpful, these will continue to be helpful, for that individual, throughout their lifespan, and it's just a matter of practice. Another question about the Hidden Emotion model: when do you consider it “niceness” in anxious people and when is it the fear/anxiety to upset others due to the anxiety? David's answer. That can happen, but not usually in my experience. The “niceness” typically results from automatic suppression of uncomfortable feelings and problems. When they hidden problem or feeling is brought to conscious awareness, in most cases the anxious individual deals with it or expresses the feelings, and that's when the anxiety typically disappears completely. As a part of my anxiety disorder, at times, I feel flat, emotionless and disconnected from everything around me. How do you treat that? David's answer. I use T E A M, not formulas! I do not treat symptoms, I teat humans. Matt's Answer:  You could start with a Daily Mood Log, writing down the details of what was happening, in one specific moment in time, when you felt this way.  Include what you were thinking and feeling, including ‘flat', ‘emotionless' and ‘disconnected'.  For example, let's imagine you had thoughts like, ‘nothing will ever change', ‘this is pointless', ‘I'll never feel better' and/or, ‘I shouldn't be feeling so disconnected and flat' or ‘I should be more in-touch with my emotions' and/or ‘I need to be more up-beat' or ‘people will reject me if I'm not more enthusiastic'.  You'd have to identify your particular thoughts, these are just guesses. After this, you could decide what, if anything you wanted to change.  If some change is desired, you might imagine a ‘magic button' that would achieve that change, without any effort on your part.  For example, the button might eliminate all the upsetting feelings on your Daily Mood Log.  However, everything else in your life would remain the same.  Can you identify any reasons NOT to press that button?  Are there any positive values you have, related to these thoughts?  Would there be any down-side to pressing that button?  This represents your ‘Outcome Resistance'.  Typically, there will be many pieces of resistance that would need to be acknowledged or addressed before methods will be effective in helping you.  You can read in one of David's many excellent books, like ‘Feeling Great' and ‘When Panic Attacks' how to make the most of this approach and what the next steps are. Thanks for listening today. MANY more cool questions on the best treatment techniques for anxiety next week. Matt, Rhonda, and David

In today's episode I talk with Zippi about her own story of recovery, how she helps clients globally with her GPS program, and how to protect our recovery. Zippi Livneh, is a nurse and certified food addiction counselor. She is licensed in the sugar/food addiction assessment tool SUGAR® and is the creator of the GPS Program that teaches people how to live in recovery from sugar and ultra-processed food addiction. She herself struggled for many years with obesity and sugar addiction and has been living in recovery and helping others do so for over 25 years. After learning about the science of food addiction and traveling the globe to train with the world leaders in this field, Zippi left her management career in the pharmaceutical industry and now commits her time to helping people detox and recover from sugar/food addiction through her GPS Program, lecturing to health care professionals and the public about the addictive nature of ultra-processed foods, teaching and advancing research for recognition of food addiction. She is the co-founder and co-chair of the first international Food Addiction Professionals Network together with Molly Painschab. Zippi lives in Israel and works with clients online from around the world. She does one on one counseling, group workshops, retreats and a unique GPS program for couples. FREE shopping guide: https://zlivneh.activehosted.com/f/15 Newsletter: https://zlivneh.activehosted.com/f/1 Follow her on Facebook Subscribe to her Youtube channel Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode and were inspired in some way, I would love to hear from you. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me @unsweetenedsio. 5 star ratings and positive reviews really help the podcast too! Website: www.unsweetenedsio.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unsweetenedsio/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/unsweetenedsio YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYVw0_4Ms1GNE5-p6LT0qlw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/siobhan-harris-64663317/

On today's episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Linda Wondrasch licensed clinical psychologist at Melrose.  Part of eating disorder recovery is having a relapse prevention plan. Dr. Karen Nelson and Dr. Linda Wondrasch will discuss what a relapse prevention plan looks like, signs of when a relapse may be occurring, and the immense role friends and family play in a person's recovery.   

Danny was born in New Jersey, but spent most of his childhood moving around the country before finally landing in Orange County. His drinking and using started in high school like so many but quickly got out of hand.At 17 he was caught smoking weed in a grocery store and was given a way to avoid legal trouble. If his parents were willing to send him to outpatient treatment then the charge would be dropped. His parents jumped at the chance and thus began a pattern of 15 years in an out of treatment and sober living communities. Danny was in and out of the rooms of AA for 12 years before he landed on his sobriety date. He accomplished one year of sobriety at least 5 different times. Many doubted whether or not Danny was capable of sustained recovery, but he kept coming back to his 12 step community - knowing there was something there for him, too. Danny finally found sobriety in 2016 after reconnecting with his now wife. The couple quit their jobs and moved to Mexico - choices that had people questioning their actions but all the while were able to support each other in their sobriety. This move was the catalyst to start his company that has found success, despite many of his clients being in the alcohol business.Danny has been able to maintain his sobriety with the help of prayer, meditation and the support of his wife and two sons. He is currently living in Wilmington, North Carolina where he maintains his recovery support and his status as a work in progress.Episode ResourcesConnect with DannyInstagram |  @danny.hudginsConnect with The Courage to ChangePodcast Website |lionrock.life/couragetochangepodcastPodcast Instagram |@couragetochange_podcastYouTube |The Courage to Change PodcastTikTok |@ashleyloebblassingamePodcast Email |podcast@lionrock.lifePodcast Facebook |@thecouragetochangepodcast

Roland Williams is an interventionist, author, trainer, counselor and consultant specializing in addiction related issues. He is one of the first Licensed Advanced Addictions Counselors in the state of California. He is a motivational speaker who conducts seminars, workshops, keynote presentations, as well as staff training, skills building and program development worldwide. Roland is the Founder and President of Free Life Enterprises, Counseling and Consulting Services, He is the Coordinator of Chemical Dependency Studies at Cal State East Bay. He is the Director of the United Auburn Indian Community (UAIC), Recovery Program, He was the Chairman of the Clinical Advisory Board for Lionrock Recovery, and innovative Online Intensive Outpatient program. He was the Founder and Director of VIP Recovery Coaching, an International Coaching Company providing Recovery Coaching for high profile clients in their environment. As a Clinical Consultant he helped set up the first abstinence-based addiction treatment center in Amsterdam, Holland, and has worked with addicts and treatment centers, in Japan, Switzerland, Russia, Thailand, Costa Rica, England, Holland, Mexico, France, The Philippines, Dominican Republic, Nepal and Italy. Mr. Williams has three published books; Relapse Prevention Counseling for African Americans, Relapse Warning Signs for African Americans, (both written with Terence T. Gorski) and Relapse Prevention Workbook for African Americans written solely by Mr. Williams. He recently published Recovery is a Verb, a Workbook by Roland Williams.Episode ResourcesCENAPS Training | cenaps.comRoland Williams Consulting | rolandwilliamsconsulting.comRecovery is a Verb Workbook | www.amazon.com/Relapse Prevention for African Americans | www.amazon.comRelapse Prevention Counseling Workbook | www.amazon.comConnect with The Courage to ChangePodcast Website | lionrock.life/couragetochangepodcastPodcast Instagram | @couragetochange_podcastYouTube | The Courage to Change PodcastTikTok | @ashleyloebblassingamePodcast Email | podcast@lionrock.lifePodcast Facebook | @thecouragetochangepodcastLionrock ResourcesLionrock Life Mobile App | lionrock.life/mobile-appSupport Group Meeting Schedule | lionrock.life/meetings