Pam Feinberg-Rivkin: Healing Families Through Holistic Recovery
The family is core for everything.
Imagine facing addiction not just as an individual struggle, but as a family journey. In this episode of 'Families Navigating Addiction & Recovery', host Jeff Jones chats with Pam Feinberg-Rivkin, a nurse and addiction recovery expert who believes in tackling addiction with a holistic family approach. Pam’s career spans various medical fields, from dialysis to homecare, and her personal experience with a family member battling addiction has shaped her unique perspective.
She dives into how trauma and prescription drugs can lead to addiction and highlights the significant role each family member plays in the recovery process. Pam's approach isn't just about getting sober; it's about transforming the entire family dynamic to foster lasting change. You'll hear about generational patterns of addiction, the impact of shame and pain, and inspiring success stories of families who have turned their struggles into opportunities for growth.
Jeff and Pam also discuss the importance of interventions and finding the right treatment plans tailored to each individual's needs. This episode offers a refreshing take on addiction recovery, showing how a united family can become a powerful force for healing.