by Duane Osterlind | Aug 31, 2023 | Abuse, Addiction, Author, Sexual Abuse, Women Addiction
Get ready to be moved by the story of our remarkable guest Gigi Langer, as she takes us through her raw and insightful journey to sobriety. Gigi’s story begins in the Midwest, where her self-worth was initially tied to academic achievements and later,...
by Duane Osterlind | Aug 28, 2023 | Addiction, Addiction, Therapy
Walking through the uncharted territories of life, we all carry our burdens and battle our demons. One such journey is that of our guest, Courtney Collier, whose teenage curiosity led him down the path of alcohol addiction. In this candid conversation, Courtney bares...
by Duane Osterlind | Aug 14, 2023 | Addiction, Author
Surviving disaster is a testament to human resilience, the will to live, and the courage to heal. Today, we welcome a truly extraordinary guest, Geralyn Ritter, whose story is an inspiring manifestation of this spirit. As an Executive Vice President, Board Director,...
by Duane Osterlind | Aug 7, 2023 | Addiction, Addiction Treatment, Depression, Science
Ever felt like you’re stuck in a downward spiral of negative thoughts and emotions? Well, you’re not alone. Join us as we converse with the spectacular Alex Korb, eminent neuroscientist and author of ‘The Upward Spiral: Using Neuroscience to Reverse...
by Duane Osterlind | Aug 2, 2023 | Addiction, Author, Family, Grief & Loss, Mental Health
Can we navigate the turbulent waters of personal loss and addiction using the compass of ‘Conscious Bravery’? Meet Pamela Brinker, a psychotherapist of 32 years, who has had a firsthand experience with these channeling circumstances. Pamela generously...
by Duane Osterlind | Jul 24, 2023 | Addiction, Advanced Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Therapy, Trauma
Are you shackled by the chains of a traumatic past? Meet Brooke Bralove, our licensed clinical social worker who shines a light on the path towards healing, with the therapeutic technique known as Accelerated Resolution Therapy, or ART, a therapy to help with trauma...
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 | Jul 10, 2023 | Addiction, Author, Meditiation, Mindfulness, Shame, Spirituality
Episode 241: Triumph Over Trauma: A Warrior’s Journey of Redemption and Recovery with Nadia Davis Every day, we put on our armor and head out into the world, often unaware of the battle some are waging within. In today’s conversation, Duane sits down with...
by Duane Osterlind | Jul 3, 2023 | Addiction, LGBTQ, Mental Health
NOTE: Since the date of recording this episode, our guest for this week has decided to gender transition. While you’ll hear her referred to by her previous name (often called a ‘deadname’) in the episode, we’ve updated the show notes to reflect this. Her name is Hana...
by Duane Osterlind | Jun 26, 2023 | Addiction, Mentorship, Teens, Therapy, Women Addiction
What if you could conquer a 26-year-long addiction and transform your life in just two years? Join us for a compelling conversation with Nic Kalo, who shares her incredible journey from the depths of drug addiction to a life filled with supportive, goal-driven...