Shayden J. Bertagnolli MS LMFT Anxiety, Relationship, Addiction Specialist
Shayden J. Bertagnolli MS LMFT Anxiety, Relationship, Addiction Specialist
#22 Addiction Part 5-Your Do’s and Don'ts: Being The Person Supporting Someone With an Addiction
#22 Addiction Part 5-Your Do’s and Don'ts: Being The Person Supporting Someone With an Addiction
#22 Addiction Part 5-Your Do’s and Don'ts: Being The Person Supporting Someone With an Addiction
Monday 31st August 2020
Learn essential tips for supporting a loved one through addiction with therapist Shayden J. Bertagnolli on 'The Motyv Podcast'.
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Shayden J. Bertagnolli MS LMFT Anxiety, Relationship, Addiction Specialist
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Get the buttons here!Guiding a Loved One Through Addiction: Essential Tips from Shayden J. Bertagnolli
Most people think of helping as fixing whereas holding someone accountable after they've opened up to you is your decision that you get to make, and you can tell them.
Supporting someone with an addiction is no easy feat, and Shayden J. Bertagnolli knows this all too well. In this episode of 'The Motyv Podcast', Shayden, a seasoned therapist specializing in anxiety, relationships, and addiction, dives into the heart-wrenching and often confusing world of being there for someone battling addiction. From setting firm boundaries to showing unconditional love, Shayden covers the gamut of strategies that caregivers often grapple with. Should you get angry or stay calm?
Do you set strict rules or just offer a shoulder to cry on? Shayden addresses these questions head-on, providing practical advice grounded in therapeutic principles. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on the person behind the addiction, rather than the addiction itself, and offers insights into how to offer emotional support without enabling harmful behaviors. One key takeaway from this episode is the idea that helping doesn't always mean fixing.
Instead, it's about holding your loved one accountable while still showing compassion and understanding. Shayden also discusses the significance of becoming a mentor and a source of stability for someone struggling with substance abuse. He shares actionable steps and interventions that can make a real difference in the lives of those dealing with addiction. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who finds themselves in the challenging position of supporting a loved one through their recovery journey.
It's packed with empathy, real-world advice, and a touch of humor to help you navigate this difficult path.