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Talking Addiction & Recovery

Summary: Talking Addiction & Recovery Podcast is the follow-up to the book "Addiction & Recovery" by author and clinician Andrew J. Schreier. This podcast explores discussions regarding important issues related to addiction and recovery. Information you learn here is not typical of what you will find in academic textbooks and resources; and comes from the experiences of a clinical supervisor, clinical substance abuse counselor, and licensed professional counselor and the work with individuals and others involved in this field. Listen as guests join the show and cover a wide range of topics looking to educate individuals, families, communities, organizations, institutions, mental health professionals, educators, and anyone else impacted by addiction and recovery. Content is not intended to be treatment and is not affiliated with any specific group.

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 Episode 112: Working in a System of Trauma (featuring Dr. Michael Barnes) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 57:01

How do family remembers and loved ones react to someone’s substance use, gambling, pornography, and other behaviors?  As a system, the impact can be understandably overwhelming and what happens can result in trauma.  For many family and loved ones, that … Episode 112: Working in a System of Trauma (featuring Dr. Michael Barnes) Read More »

 Episode 111: Exploring Sober Curiosity (featuring Amy Fox) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 51:23

When it comes to some substances and behaviors (particularly alcohol), there appears to be only two sides to stand on: complete abstinence or all aboard consumption. What if there was another way to learn more about one’s relationship with a substance? What if we began to step closer to being curious about what we want when it comes to changing a behavior? Amy Fox, a master nutritionist, joins the show to talk about sober curiosity, the importance of giving ourselves grace, and ways in which the culture around drinking has changed in society. Our guest on this episode is Amy Fox who is Master nutritionist on a mission to educate everyone about how our food choices affect our health and happiness. A Certified Nutritionist and Certified Functional Food Professional, Amy is founder of Food and Mood Lab. Learn more at foodandmoodlab.com and make sure to check out how to join the food and mood cafe at foodandmoodlab.com/cafe You can also find her on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube so make sure to check out her linktree links on her website. Read more ›

 Episode 110: Elevator to International Overdose Awareness Day | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 26:21

What would you say to someone if you only had a minute or two to talk about the importance of overdose awareness?  Sometimes that is all the time we have and you want to make those moments count.  To support … Episode 110: Elevator to International Overdose Awareness Day Read More »

 Episode 109: Where Are We With Codependency (featuring Sarah Michaud)? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 48:35

Talking about substance use and mental health would also mean discussions around relationships.  Sarah Michaud, author of Co-Crazy, joins this episode to talk about codependency not only with the connection between substance use and relationships but in general within human … Episode 109: Where Are We With Codependency (featuring Sarah Michaud)? Read More »

 Episode 108: Discovery of Recovery (featuring Ann Real) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 45:51

Ann Real, author of Discovery of Recovery, talks about how her book provides a guidebook for rebuilding your life in recovery.  She discusses how to get more comfortable with self-discovery, the difference between behavior and self, and in order to … Episode 108: Discovery of Recovery (featuring Ann Real) Read More »

 Episode 107: Setting the Foundation (featuring Marsha Stone) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 48:04

Marsha Stone is the CEO and founder of Foundation Stone and joins us to talk about setting the foundation for crucial components for treatment programs addressing substance use, mental health, and families.  Learn about the transition into evidence-based treatment, substance … Episode 107: Setting the Foundation (featuring Marsha Stone) Read More »

 Episode 106: PGAM2023 & Beyond | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 36:40

March concluded and that means the end of problem gambling awareness month; but that doesn’t mean we stop talking about gambling.  This episode will reflect on what specific areas people can focus on in order to keep helping those impacted … Episode 106: PGAM2023 & Beyond Read More »

 Episode 105: A Journey About Psychedelics (featuring Mark Rizkallah) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 51:00

What is all the talk about psychedelics?  Let us take a journey into learning more with our guest Mark Rizkallah. We talk about why they are moving more into the discussion surrounding treatment of mental health and substance use.  He … Episode 105: A Journey About Psychedelics (featuring Mark Rizkallah) Read More »

 Episode 104: Improving Group Experience (featuring Andrew Bordt) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 58:09

Group facilitation and attendance is a hallmark component when it comes to recovery from substance use and other behaviors.  While many facilitators focus on providing evidence-based curriculums, does it mean they are leading to effective outcomes for patients?  Andrew Bordt, … Episode 104: Improving Group Experience (featuring Andrew Bordt) Read More »

 Episode 103: Philosophy & Transformation | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 59:42

Higher power is strongly connected with the addiction field when it comes to change and recovery.  This has been described by numerous support groups in helping to achieve change from a life controlled by substance use.  Author, Dr. Peg O’Connor, … Episode 103: Philosophy & Transformation Read More »

 Episode 102: With Change, Comes Loss | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 24:02

When someone contemplates making a change in their behavior it is common for others to look at the benefits of a new behavior as well as being hyper focused on the consequences of the old behavior.  This is especially routine … Episode 102: With Change, Comes Loss Read More »

 Episode 101: One Hundred Episodes and an Intro & Outro Aren’t Ones | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 14:23

Talking Addiction & Recovery reached one hundred episodes.  All this time, having that professional intro and outro were never prioritized.  Why do it now?  This episode shares four reflections that finally led to adding this professional touch to the podcast.

 Episode 100: The Power of Movement (featuring Michelle Hillier) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 52:33

How do we manage the flow of breath and fire?  The ability to burn down, calm ourselves, and ignite passion is vital for those dealing with substance use and mental health.  Movement is part of everyday life; yet we often … Episode 100: The Power of Movement (featuring Michelle Hillier) Read More »

 Episode 99: The Most Unlikely Leader (featuring Roger Smith) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 53:08

The path to success can appear unlikely at times.  How do we maintain hope when we are surrounded by darkness?  How does someone go from being homeless and struggling with addiction to CEO?  Roger Smith, author of “The Most Unlikely … Episode 99: The Most Unlikely Leader (featuring Roger Smith) Read More »

 Episode 98: How Much Alcohol Can a Woodchuck Gamble if a Woodchuck Could Chuck Drugs? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 21:37

The amount of a substance or behavior is often considered a shock factor.  How much are they using?  How much are they spending?  The amount someone uses or spends frequently leads to other people identifying that someone has a problem.  … Episode 98: How Much Alcohol Can a Woodchuck Gamble if a Woodchuck Could Chuck Drugs? Read More »

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