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Join us as we delve into the complexities of addiction and recovery, offering you the tools and understanding needed to transform your life.

Meet the Voice Behind The Addicted Mind

Welcome to The Addicted Mind Podcast, your trusted resource for navigating the complexities of addiction and recovery. Hosted by Duane Osterlind, a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 20 years of experience, the podcast blends professional expertise with heartfelt compassion. Drawing from his own recovery and career in therapy, Duane creates a space where listeners can access evidence-based strategies and insights, offering guidance to those facing the challenges of addiction.

Each episode focuses on practical tools, expert discussions, and uplifting stories to encourage personal healing and growth. Whether you’re on your recovery path, supporting a loved one, or seeking to understand addiction on a deeper level, The Addicted Mind provides the knowledge and community you need to break free from the cycle of addiction and move toward a brighter, healthier future.

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Quick Courses To Help You Along Your Healing Journey

Personalized Therapy Sessions

Engage in one-on-one therapy sessions tailored to your unique needs, helping you uncover the root causes of addiction and develop effective coping strategies.

Online Support Groups

Join our community of peers who understand your journey, offering support and shared experiences in a safe, virtual environment.

Educational Workshops

Participate in workshops designed to educate and empower you with the latest research and techniques in addiction recovery.

Family Counseling

Strengthen family bonds and improve communication through counseling sessions that address the impact of addiction on loved ones.

What Our Listeners Say

“The Addicted Mind Podcast has been a game-changer for me. The insights and expert advice have truly helped me understand my journey to recovery.”

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“Every episode is filled with compassion and knowledge. It’s like having a support group in my pocket.”

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“I recommend this podcast to anyone seeking clarity and support. It’s been a beacon of hope in my recovery process.”

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Essential Recovery Resources

Understanding Addiction: A Comprehensive Guide

Top 10 Books on Addiction Recovery

Online Support Groups for Recovery

Mindfulness Practices for Healing

Nutrition Tips for a Healthier Recovery

Exercise and Recovery: Building a New Routine

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Therapy Options: Finding the Right Fit

Meditation Techniques for Stress Relief

Financial Planning During Recovery

Creating a Sober Living Environment

Relapse Prevention Strategies

Building a Support Network

Journaling for Self-Reflection

Understanding Triggers and How to Manage Them

The Role of Family in Recovery

Exploring Holistic Treatment Approaches

Navigating Legal Issues in Recovery

Volunteer Opportunities to Give Back

Latest Podcast Episode: A Journey to Sobriety

TAM+ EP 100 Meeting Your Shadow: Understanding the Hidden Parts of Yourself

Worksheet: Meet Your Shadow Have you ever done something and then wondered, "Who was that? That wasn't me"? Maybe it was a relapse. A hurtful comment you didn't mean to say. Or that familiar feeling of sabotaging yourself right when things were finally going well. The...

Episode 367: Old Before Their Time: Frank Putnam on The Science of Intergenerational Trauma and Resilience

  In this episode, Duane sits down with Dr. Frank Putnam, a pioneer in the study of childhood trauma with nearly 50 years of clinical and research experience. Dr. Putnam discusses his landmark 35-year longitudinal study—the Female Growth and Development...

TAM+ EP 99 Escaping The Happiness Trap: Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Goals

Download: INTRINSIC VS. EXTRINSIC GOALS In this episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, Duane and Eric Osterlind dive into the difference between extrinsic and intrinsic goals and how they affect our well-being. Have you ever felt the high of achieving a big goal, only to...

TAM+ EP 98 You Can’t Do This Alone: Building Your Recovery Tribe

Worksheet: Healing Power of Connection Ask people what the hardest part of addiction was, and they often won't say the drugs or the alcohol. They'll say the loneliness. Because addiction, at its core, is about isolation and shame. It's that crushing feeling of being...

Episode 366: From Unthinkable Tragedy to Transformed Life: Finding Hope After Unimaginable Loss with Burton Fischler

  In this deeply moving episode of The Addicted Mind, host Duane Osterlind sits down with Burton Fischler, author of The Gift: Trauma to Triumph. Burton shares a harrowing personal journey marked by unimaginable loss—the murder of his wife, Barbara, at the hands...

Episode 365: The Best Kept Secret: Building Bridges to Recovery on Tribal Lands with Doug Leech

Duane Osterlind sits down with Doug Leech, founder of Ascension Recovery Services, to discuss the monumental challenge of expanding high-quality addiction treatment to "treatment deserts"—specifically rural areas and tribal lands. Doug shares his vulnerable personal...

TAM+ EP 97 From Resentment to Recovery: The One Skill That Protects Your Sobriety

Worksheet: Drawing Your Lines Boundaries Imagine living in a house with no walls, no doors, and no fences. Anyone could walk in at any time—tracking mud on your carpet, eating your food, or sleeping on your couch without asking. You'd feel exposed, anxious, and...

Episode 364: Finding the Divine Within: Spirituality, Psychology, and the Path to Happiness with Swami Revati

In this episode, Duane Osterlind sits down with Swami Revati, a Hindu monk with over 15 years of monastic experience. Together, they explore the intersection of Eastern spirituality, modern psychology, and the human search for lasting fulfillment. Swami Revati shares...

Episode 363: Freeing the Mind: Non-Judgmental Strategies to Talk to Teens About Drugs and Mental Health with Dr. Meena Mirhom and Jasmine Kenney

This episode of the Addicted Minds podcast features a critical discussion on the escalating crisis of teen addiction and mental health, highlighting the vital work of the Free Mind Campaign. Host Duane Osterlind speaks with Jasmine Kenney from the CDC's Division of...

TAM+ EP 96 Celebrating the Little Things: How Micro Wins Drive Your Recovery Journey

In this episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, Duane and Eric Osterlind dive into the importance of celebrating micro wins in the journey of recovery. They discuss how small victories, often overlooked, play a crucial role in maintaining motivation and building...

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