by Duane Osterlind | Aug 17, 2026 | Addiction, Addiction Awareness, Addictive Behaviors, Eating Disorders
The more we learn about the addicted mind, the more we uncover the deep connections between trauma, mental health disorders, and addiction. Today, we’re taking this exploration personal, guided by the experiences of Janet Whitney—a Licensed Family and Marriage...
by Duane Osterlind | Oct 6, 2025 | Addiction, Addiction Awareness, Cannabis, THC
Dr. Gary Mitrevolis, a seasoned expert in addiction medicine, joins us for a critical conversation on cannabis and THC addiction, especially as we face the rising tide of high-potency THC products. With cannabis legalization expanding and THC concentrations soaring to...
by Duane Osterlind | Apr 28, 2025 | Addiction, Addiction Treatment, Depression, Eating Disorders, Perfectionism, Recovery, self-compassion, Trauma
Growing up, Sam Thomas faced the harsh realities of bullying, leading him to battle bulimia in his teenage years. This challenge was only the beginning of a tumultuous journey through addiction and recovery, marked by a critical diagnosis of complex PTSD. As we sit...
by Duane Osterlind | Mar 11, 2024 | Abuse, Addiction, Eating Disorders, Family, Health, Recovery, Sexual Abuse, Trauma
The echoes of a troubled past can often linger long into our future, but for Kelly Wallace, they became the stepping stones toward a life of resilience and healing. As she recounts the harrowing experiences of childhood sexual abuse and the complex aftermath of...
by Duane Osterlind | Jul 18, 2023 | Addiction, Addiction, Addiction Treatment, Eating Disorders, Food Addiction
Are you ready to unravel the complexities of eating disorders? Explore the challenging journey of overcoming eating disorders as Duane sits down with Scarlett O’Connor, a London-based therapist specializing in eating disorder recovery. Scarlett shares her...
by Duane Osterlind | Nov 1, 2021 | Addiction Recovery Groups, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Food Addiction, Mental Health, Recovery, Therapy
On today’s episode, Duane talks with Faith Elicia about her nine-year journey through an eating disorder. They discuss how she struggled several times to get help and how she finally found something that worked for her. They also talk about what helped her deal...
