Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
163: Healing as a Family with Chris Howard
163: Healing as a Family with Chris Howard
163: Healing as a Family with Chris Howard
Monday 10th January 2022
Chris Howard shares his journey through addiction and the vital role of family support in recovery on 'The Addicted Mind Podcast'.
43 minutes
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Duane Osterlind, LMFT
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Recovery from Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Chris Howard on Family Healing and Addiction Recovery
I think the number one thing is everyone being on the same page, and also, if they can't get on the same page is a lot of times I do like family contracts where, like you know, there's, there's an idea of what the solution is.
How does addiction affect not just the individual but the entire family? In this episode of 'The Addicted Mind Podcast', host Duane Osterlind chats with Chris Howard, the founder of Ethos Recovery and Lifestyle Interventions. Chris's journey from a troubled childhood in Los Angeles, through addiction, and into recovery is both gripping and inspiring. Growing up with a schizoaffective mother and spending time in foster care, Chris turned to drugs and alcohol as an escape.
His story takes a turn from being a drug addict and dealer to becoming a beacon of hope for others in similar situations. Chris shares his unique perspective on the importance of family in the recovery process. He talks about how accountability, empathy, and long-term recovery houses play crucial roles in healing. Chris emphasizes the need for blending clinical and residential settings to offer a more comprehensive support system.
He also delves into creating family contracts and the vital role of feedback in the journey to sobriety. For anyone grappling with addiction or supporting a loved one through it, this episode offers invaluable insights. Chris's approach is all about helping people question their maladaptive beliefs and coping strategies without making them feel worse about their suffering. Tune in to learn how a holistic approach to mental health and substance abuse can make a world of difference.