New England Recovery Center
New England Recovery Center
Dianne's Recovery Story
Dianne's Recovery Story
Dianne's Recovery Story
Friday 27th August 2021
Hear Dianna's inspiring journey from addiction to long-term recovery on 'Airing Addiction' with hosts Cathy Collins and Lisa Blanchard.
43 minutes
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Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Dianna's Path to Freedom: A Tale of Recovery and Resilience
Honestly, to me, it's so deep, and one thing that stuck out at me initially, before we get into how great your life is sober, is the fact that you just simply told someone, your doctor- and he turned you to help to me- that right there.
Ever wondered how someone can turn their life around after years of battling addiction? In this episode of 'Airing Addiction', hosts Cathy Collins and Lisa Blanchard chat with Dianna Fontes, who opens up about her incredible journey from substance abuse to long-term recovery. Dianna's story begins with casual drinking and pill use, which quickly escalated to intravenous drug use, leaving her feeling isolated and hopeless.
Despite numerous attempts to quit, she found herself trapped in a cycle of heroin and methadone dependency. However, her life took a positive turn when she sought help from a clinician and began treatment at Spectrum Health Systems. Over the course of a year, Dianna managed to taper off methadone completely, thanks to the unwavering support of her clinician and the recovery program at Spectrum. Dianna emphasizes the importance of being honest about one's struggles and seeking help when needed.
Her decision to confide in her doctor was a pivotal moment that set her on the path to recovery. She also highlights the crucial role of support from peers and professionals in overcoming addiction. Dianna's journey is a powerful reminder that recovery is possible for anyone willing to seek help and embrace change. For those currently struggling, Dianna recommends tapping into resources like podcasts and books related to recovery and encourages openness about one's struggles.
As she wisely puts it, 'to be aware of it is really good'. Tune in to hear Dianna's inspiring story and celebrate her triumph over addiction.