Gabe's 16-Year Journey to Sobriety: A Story of Hope and Resilience
Relapses and continued consequences make it seem like there's just no hope of someone getting to a place where they're not doing that stuff anymore. But there is hope and a future to be had.
Imagine facing the darkest moments of addiction and emerging 16 years sober. That's Gabe's story, and it's one of incredible resilience and hope. In this episode of 'All Things Substance', Betsy Byler sits down with Gabe to explore his tumultuous journey from high school marijuana use to the depths of harder drug addiction. Gabe recounts his struggles with the law and time spent in prison, painting a vivid picture of how far he's come.
He opens up about the pivotal moments that led him to seek help, emphasizing the crucial role of honesty and community support in his recovery. Through candid conversations, Gabe offers valuable insights for therapists on how to evaluate and intervene in substance use cases. His message is clear: despite relapses and ongoing challenges, there is always hope for a brighter future. Tune in to hear Gabe's inspiring story and gain practical tools for supporting those on their own recovery journeys.
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Betsy Byler
Betsy Byler
A Recovery Story: Gabe
A Recovery Story: Gabe
A Recovery Story: Gabe
Monday 4th April 2022
Join Betsy Byler as she interviews Gabe, who shares his 16-year journey from addiction to sobriety on 'All Things Substance'.
Welcome to the All Things Substance podcast, the place for therapists to hear about substance use from a mental health perspective. I’m your host, Betsy Byler, and I’m a licensed therapist, clinical ...(view more)
Gabe's 16-Year Journey to Sobriety: A Story of Hope and Resilience
Relapses and continued consequences make it seem like there's just no hope of someone getting to a place where they're not doing that stuff anymore. But there is hope and a future to be had.
Imagine facing the darkest moments of addiction and emerging 16 years sober. That's Gabe's story, and it's one of incredible resilience and hope. In this episode of 'All Things Substance', Betsy Byler sits down with Gabe to explore his tumultuous journey from high school marijuana use to the depths of harder drug addiction. Gabe recounts his struggles with the law and time spent in prison, painting a vivid picture of how far he's come.
He opens up about the pivotal moments that led him to seek help, emphasizing the crucial role of honesty and community support in his recovery. Through candid conversations, Gabe offers valuable insights for therapists on how to evaluate and intervene in substance use cases. His message is clear: despite relapses and ongoing challenges, there is always hope for a brighter future. Tune in to hear Gabe's inspiring story and gain practical tools for supporting those on their own recovery journeys.