D.J. Burr
D.J. Burr
Allie Haydon on working with youth in recovery S1E18
Allie Haydon on working with youth in recovery S1E18
Allie Haydon on working with youth in recovery S1E18
Monday 4th September 2017
Join DJ Burr as he talks with Allie Haydon about her journey from addiction to helping youth recover at PDAP in Houston. Discover the power of community support.
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47 minutes
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D.J. Burr
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Recovery from Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Allie Haydon: From Addiction to Guiding Youth Towards Recovery
The point is that we're actually moving towards something.
Imagine turning your own struggles into a lifeline for others. That's exactly what Allie Haydon has done. In this episode of 'Making an Addict', host DJ Burr chats with Allie, a licensed chemical dependency counselor, who now dedicates her life to helping young people recover from addiction.
Working at the Palmer Drug Abuse Program (PDAP) in Houston, Texas, Allie shares her own journey through the dark tunnels of alcohol and drug abuse and how it inspired her to guide youth, some as young as 12, towards the light of recovery. One of the key points Allie discusses is the vital role parents play in their child's recovery. Often, parents are bewildered and overwhelmed by their child's addiction.
Allie explains how educating and involving them in the recovery process can be transformative. She also sheds light on how PDAP’s alternative peer groups provide a supportive environment for young people, making their recovery journey less isolating and more hopeful. This episode isn’t just about overcoming addiction; it’s about building a community where support and understanding are paramount. Allie’s story is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of giving back.
Whether you’re a parent, a young person struggling with addiction, or someone interested in the recovery process, this episode offers valuable insights and hope.