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Harm Reduction Radio - HAMS

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  • CDOI - Self-Compassion

CDOI - Self-Compassion

Friday 26th August 2011

Learn how self-compassion and client feedback are transforming addiction treatment in this episode of 'Harm Reduction Radio - HAMS'.
60 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Hopeful
Compassionate
Thought-provoking

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Kenneth Anderson
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Embracing Self-Compassion: A New Path in Addiction Treatment

The kinder you are to yourself, the kinder you are to others.
Imagine a world where addiction treatment isn't about harsh judgments and feeling powerless, but about building on your strengths and treating yourself with kindness. That's the vision shared by Susanne Bargmann and Kristin Neff in this eye-opening episode of 'Harm Reduction Radio - HAMS'. Host Kenneth Anderson dives into the concept of Client Directed Outcome Informed therapy (CDOI) with Bargmann, co-founder of the International Center for Clinical Excellence.
CDOI flips the script on traditional methods by focusing on client feedback and collaboration, rather than confrontation. It's about empowering individuals to recognize their own progress and harness their strengths for lasting change. Kristin Neff, author of 'Self-Compassion', joins the conversation to highlight how self-kindness can be a game-changer in addiction recovery. She challenges the outdated notion that beating oneself up is the path to improvement.
Instead, Neff provides a roadmap for developing self-compassion, emphasizing that treating yourself with kindness can lead to better outcomes not just for you, but for those around you as well. This episode is a breath of fresh air for anyone tired of the same old punitive approaches to addiction treatment. It offers a hopeful, evidence-based alternative that prioritizes empathy and personal growth.
Whether you're on your own recovery journey or supporting someone else, this discussion is packed with valuable insights that could make all the difference.
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