Dr. Stephanie Covington: Celebrating 30 Years of Women's Recovery
Episode Overview
The relevance of the 12 steps in modern recovery. Celebrating the 30th anniversary of 'A Woman’s Way Through The 12 Steps'. Insights into trauma-informed care and its importance. The role of peer support among women in prison. Challenges and changes in modern addiction treatment centres.
When you heal a woman, you heal a family
Ever wondered if the 12 steps are still relevant with all the new information on alcohol use disorder and addiction? In this episode of The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast, Dr. Stephanie Covington joins to celebrate the 30th anniversary of her bestselling book, 'A Woman’s Way Through The 12 Steps'. Dr.
Covington, a pioneer in advocating for women's recovery, shares updates on her book and discusses her new work, 'Hidden Healers', which explores how women in prison support each other to survive. Dr. Covington's insights into trauma-informed care and the unique challenges faced by women in recovery are eye-opening. She also touches on the evolving landscape of treatment centres and the role of 12-step programmes today.
The conversation is filled with wisdom, humour, and practical advice for anyone on a recovery journey or supporting someone who is. Tune in to hear Dr. Covington's powerful reflections and learn why her work continues to be a cornerstone in women's recovery. Whether you're new to recovery or have been on this path for years, this episode offers valuable perspectives and encouragement.
Don't miss out on this engaging and informative discussion that could make a difference in your life or the life of someone you care about.