Margaret Swift Thompson

The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast

Margaret Swift Thompson

  • Ep 137 - Finding Hope While Raised in a Home With The Disease of Addiction.

Ep 137 - Finding Hope While Raised in a Home With The Disease of Addiction.

Sunday 25th February 2024

Maeve O'Neill shares her journey from a childhood marred by addiction to a career in behavioral healthcare on The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast.
23 minutes
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The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast
Author:
Margaret Swift Thompson
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery Reimagined
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Maeve O'Neill: Finding Light Amidst the Shadows of Addiction

Episode Overview

  • Maeve O'Neill recounts her childhood in a home affected by addiction and mental health issues
  • Insights into the impact of addiction on families and individuals
  • Discussion on resilience, compassion, and seeking support
  • Exploration of childhood trauma and its lasting effects
  • Empowering journey of self-discovery and healing
I think my parents were ill, but they were good people at the core. And they probably really wish they could have done different and wanted to do different. So in a way, I feel like I knew that they loved us. We didn't hear that or know that from their words necessarily. But I felt at the time, I guess, like I wish I could do better, but they really can't seem to be able to. And now I understand that that's a process.
Imagine growing up in a home where addiction and mental health issues loom large. That's the reality Maeve O'Neill faced, and in this heartfelt episode of 'The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast', she opens up about her journey. Hosted by the empathetic Margaret Swift Thompson, this conversation dives into the complexities of Maeve's childhood, where both parents battled addiction and mental health struggles.
Maeve didn't just survive these challenges; she transformed them into a driving force for her career in behavioral healthcare. As the Director of National Compliance for CIRCA Behavioral Healthcare Solutions, Maeve brings a wealth of experience and compassion to the table. Her story is not just one of survival but of finding hope and purpose in the face of adversity.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone touched by addiction, offering insights into resilience, the importance of seeking support, and the power of healing. Whether you're directly affected by addiction or supporting someone who is, Maeve's story will resonate deeply and inspire you to find your own path to recovery.