Pride Institute
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Birthday party turned intervention
Birthday party turned intervention
Birthday party turned intervention
Thursday 26th January 2023
Jacob's unexpected intervention led him to Pride Institute's LGBTQ+ specific treatment, where he found lasting sobriety. Hear his inspiring journey.
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Get the buttons here!Jacob's Journey: From Intervention to Sobriety with Pride Institute
I don't think I would have been as open or wanted [to get sober] if I went to a place where it was for everyone.
Picture this: you think you're attending a family gathering, but it turns out to be an intervention. That's exactly what happened to Jacob, the guest in this episode of 'Proud Voices'. After years of attending AA meetings, Jacob's family took matters into their own hands and staged an intervention at what he believed was his uncle's funeral. This unexpected twist led him to the Pride Institute's LGBTQ+ specific treatment program, where his path to sobriety truly began.
Jacob shares how initially resistant he was to the idea of treatment. However, the welcoming and supportive environment at Pride Institute made all the difference. The program's focus on LGBTQ+ individuals provided Jacob with a sense of understanding and belonging that he hadn't found elsewhere. Through group therapy sessions and community meetings, he found the courage to open up and be vulnerable, which was a crucial step in his recovery journey.
One of the key takeaways from Jacob's story is the importance of community in recovery. For those in the LGBTQ+ community, finding a treatment program that understands and addresses their unique experiences can be life-changing. Jacob credits the supportive environment at Pride Institute with helping him achieve lasting sobriety. He believes that without this tailored approach, he might have relapsed. Jacob's experience also highlights the role of interventions in addiction recovery.
Although he was initially resistant, he now sees his family's intervention as a lifesaving act. Interventions can be tough and emotional, but they can also be the push someone needs to seek help. Jacob's journey is a powerful reminder of the transformative power of finding a supportive community. His story offers hope and inspiration for anyone struggling with addiction, particularly those in the LGBTQ+ community.
Tune in to hear more about Jacob's path to sobriety and the impact of LGBTQ+ specific treatment at Pride Institute.