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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Many experiences in life can give the feeling of defeat of starting all over again. The world of addiction and recovery knows this all too familiar position of starting all over again after slips, lapses, and relapses in their recovery. … Episode 68: Starting from Scratch or Experience? Read More »
Most people think sobriety comes after addiction and on the way towards recovery. What is often overlooked are individuals who decide to never drink or drug to begin with. Chelsie Cahoon, founder of Music is the Drug, shares her story … Episode 67: Sobriety is FUN (featuring Chelsie Cahoon) Read More »
Having conversations about mental health can be difficult. Issues around mental health can be challenging and the stigmas surrounded by it can lead to embarrassment and shame about what someone goes through with mental health. What if there was a … Episode 66: Having a Waffle (featuring Taylor James) Read More »
Getting access to treatment can be challenging. Going through treatment can be difficult. The challenges and difficulties are worth it in order to get professional help in order to live a life in recovery. Sometimes sooner rather than later, the … Episode 65: Life AFTER Treatment Read More »
What can you learn about sex and love addiction from a Hollywood actress? Brianne Davis, author of “Secret Life of a Hollywood Sex & Love Addict: A Novel” shares about her story and book. She talks about what sex and … Episode 64: Hollywood Tales of Sex & Love Addiction (featuring Brianne Davis) Read More »
Addiction takes over as the most important thing in life as everything else fights for a distant second. When someone gets sober they focus on making recovery the top priority. What happens to other areas of life that have been … Episode 63: Making Recovery the TOP Priority Read More »
Resentments will plague and poison relationships in our lives. The outcomes are often full of hurt, pain, disconnection, shame, and engaging in substance use and other behaviors. We need to learn how to recognize the hurt we feel early on … Episode 62: Resentments are Relationship Killers Read More »
Many individuals with mental health issues don’t receive help. People often delay seeking help or avoid it entirely due to fears of being treated differently. Stigmas, based on prejudice, ignorance, and discrimination create significant problems for those with mental health … Episode 61: Addressing Stigmas Towards Mental Health & Counseling Read More »
What happens when you order ice water at a bar? Eddie Arana joins this episode to talk about his book Ice Water Please and his goal of sharing his story. He talks about why he continues to talk about his … Episode 60: Ice Water Please (featuring Eddie Arana) Read More »
Employment and work are an important part of people’s lives. Not only is it a means for getting money, paying for necessities, and building financial security; but it gives us meaning, structure, and let’s be honest… we spend a lot … Episode 59: Now Hiring: Recovery Resume (featuring James W. Schreier) Read More »
We love our pets. Our pets become our companions, friends, and family. We post pictures of them on social media. Pets have become parts of therapy. Pets have become support animals. But, what is going on with the mental health … Episode 58: Pets, Vets & Mental Health Read More »
Knock! Knock! What happens when relapse comes knocking? People often identify tragic events as what could lead them back to using. Death of a loved one, a serious accident, or some catastrophic event is what people often talk about as … Episode 57: Relapse is Knocking Read More »
Where is art therapy today? For so long, art in therapy has often been ignored and pushed aside for other traditional evidenced-based practices. Professionals with backgrounds and degrees in art therapy often find themselves in roles of counseling, case management, … Episode 56: The Art in Therapy (featuring Jenna Sherry) Read More »
“What are your thoughts on CBD?” This is a question being asked more frequently among patients, clients, peers, family, and even professionals. CBD popularity has boomed in the last few years and questions about it are becoming increasingly common in … Episode 55: Thoughts on CBD Read More »
Addiction and shame often go hand in hand and the impact on the individual and others can be devastating. Many individuals struggle with addressing the guilt and over their actions and how they view themselves because of their addiction. Addressing … Episode 54: Understanding Guilt & Shame (featuring Dr. Daniel Green) Read More »
