Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
212: From Bottomless to Sober with Jessica Dueñas: Finding Her Way Out of Pain
212: From Bottomless to Sober with Jessica Dueñas: Finding Her Way Out of Pain
212: From Bottomless to Sober with Jessica Dueñas: Finding Her Way Out of Pain
Monday 19th December 2022
Jessica Dueñas discusses her journey from addiction to sobriety and breaking stigmas in mental health support for people of color on The Addicted Mind Podcast.
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Duane Osterlind, LMFT
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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I wouldn't do it any other way at this point. It helps change the narrative for our different communities around mental health.
Ever wondered how someone can go from binge eating in their bedroom to drinking a fifth of bourbon a day, all while hiding it from everyone around them? In this episode of The Addicted Mind Podcast, host Duane Osterlind sits down with Jessica Dueñas, who opens up about her journey through addiction and recovery. Growing up as a Latina in New York City, Jessica started with binge eating, which later evolved into alcoholism by the time she reached college.
Despite being awarded Teacher of the Year in Kentucky, she was secretly battling a severe addiction. The turning point came when she found her boyfriend lifeless from a drug overdose, spiraling her deeper into her own struggles. However, Jessica found a way out and has been sober since November 2020. Through her platform, Bottomless to Sober, she now helps others navigate their own paths to recovery.
Jessica's story sheds light on the unique challenges faced by people of color in accessing mental health support and breaking the stigma surrounding addiction. She emphasizes the importance of speaking out and being open about recovery, especially for first-generation college students and black communities. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the complexities of addiction and the power of resilience.