Healing Holistically: Alanna Brewton’s Path to Recovery
I think potentially maybe that could be a little bit different. It's like hi, I'm Alana from detox downstairs and your doctor was concerned that you were positive for cocaine. One of my favorite consults was going in on a guy who was experiencing Dts, meaning he could see things flying around him and he was reaching for them.
Alanna Brewton's journey is a powerful testament to resilience and holistic healing. As a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor, and Certified Heartmath Trainer, Alanna has dedicated over 20 years to helping others navigate the complexities of addiction and trauma. In this episode of 'Flip Your Lid with Kim Honeycutt', Alanna opens up about her personal struggles with addiction and trauma, and how she found a path to recovery that integrates mind, body, and spirit.
Alanna dives into the profound impact of childhood trauma on attachment styles and relationships. She shares candidly about the challenges of maintaining recovery within a marriage and the intricate dance of co-regulation with a partner. Her insights are not just theoretical; they are drawn from her own life experiences, making her story deeply relatable and inspiring. Listeners will find Alanna's approach to counseling particularly intriguing.
She combines traditional addiction counseling with yoga and Heartmath techniques, creating a holistic framework that addresses the whole person. This episode also touches on her work with gender-specific issues in men's groups, trauma recovery, and 12-step programs. Alanna’s dedication extends to facilitating interventions for families and providing clinical supervision for aspiring substance abuse counselors. One of the most moving parts of Alanna's story is her experience with adoption and reconnecting with her birth father.
It's a poignant reminder of the power of connection and the potential for healing even the deepest wounds. Whether you’re on your own recovery journey or supporting someone who is, Alanna’s story offers hope and practical wisdom. Join Kim Honeycutt as she engages Alanna in a heartfelt conversation that underscores the importance of holistic healing and the transformative power of connection. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the multifaceted nature of addiction recovery.