James H Healy
James H Healy
Ep 007: Melissa Killeen Wrote THE FIRST Book on Addiction Recovery Coaching - Listen and You Will Know Why
Ep 007: Melissa Killeen Wrote THE FIRST Book on Addiction Recovery Coaching - Listen and You Will Know Why
Ep 007: Melissa Killeen Wrote THE FIRST Book on Addiction Recovery Coaching - Listen and You Will Know Why
Sunday 9th October 2016
Melissa Killeen shares her unique addiction recovery coaching methods on Recovery Innovators Radio, blending business strategies with personal support.
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James H Healy
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Recovery Reimagined
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Melissa Killeen: Transforming Lives with Recovery Coaching
A recovery coach is someone who works one-on-one with an individual trying to remain sober, mostly in the environment that made them drink or drug in the first place.
Imagine approaching addiction recovery the same way a top executive would tackle business challenges. That’s exactly what Melissa Killeen does. With over 25 years of personal recovery and 35 years as a small business leader, Melissa brings a unique perspective to addiction recovery coaching. She chats with James H. Healy on 'Recovery Innovators Radio', sharing her groundbreaking methods and the profound impact they have on those battling addiction. Melissa's approach isn't your typical one-size-fits-all.
She wrote the first book on addiction recovery coaching, 'Recovery Coaching – A Guide to Coaching People in Recovery from Addiction', and holds advanced degrees from the University of Pennsylvania. Her methods are all about seeing progress where others might see setbacks. For instance, she talks about her Five-Year Plan for sobriety, which is more like a flexible roadmap than a strict timeline.
Relapses aren't failures but part of the journey, helping individuals understand that every step, even backward ones, are part of moving forward. One of the standout points Melissa makes is the difference between a recovery coach and a sponsor. While sponsors focus on guiding individuals through specific programs like AA, recovery coaches offer a broader spectrum of support. They introduce clients to various resources, from medications to community support, and help them build a comprehensive recovery plan.
Melissa also highlights the importance of having a vision statement, a tool she uses to help clients articulate their goals and stay motivated. If you’re curious about how business strategies can be applied to personal recovery or looking for innovative ways to support someone struggling with addiction, this episode is a must-listen. Melissa’s insights could very well change how you think about addiction and recovery.