Matt Ingrouille
Matt Ingrouille
Episode 11 - Darcey Loitz
Episode 11 - Darcey Loitz
Episode 11 - Darcey Loitz
Tuesday 6th November 2018
Darcey Loitz discusses his journey from childhood trauma to addiction and hopeful recovery on Say Know Podcast.
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87 minutes
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Matt Ingrouille
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Body & Mind
Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Darcey Loitz: From Childhood Trauma to Hopeful Recovery
I believe that people are receptive when we talk with them and they know that I'm non-judgmental and that I'm understanding and you know I do realize that there's a wonderful person underneath that addiction.
What happens when childhood trauma leads to a life of addiction? In this gripping episode of the Say Know Podcast, host Matt Ingrouille sits down with Darcey Loitz, who opens up about his battle with addiction and the road to recovery. Darcey’s story is one of early exposure to substances—drinking alcohol and using LSD by the tender age of 11.
His tale takes a darker turn as he reveals the harrowing experience of being sexually abused at 15, an ordeal he only found the courage to speak about recently. But Darcey's narrative isn't just about the pain; it's also about the strength to seek help and the importance of mental health support. He discusses how his mother's struggles with alcoholism and cancer, along with her suicide attempts, shaped his life.
Despite these challenges, Darcey emphasizes the critical role of family, particularly his mother, in his journey. He talks about the void he felt when his children grew up and moved out, a loss that added to his struggles but also pushed him to seek a new identity beyond fatherhood. Darcey highlights the importance of reaching out for help and the value of medication-assisted treatment for those who've faced severe trauma.
He believes that understanding and non-judgmental conversations can reveal the 'wonderful person underneath that addiction'. His story is a powerful reminder of the human impact behind addiction statistics and the vital role of support systems in recovery. Tune in to hear Darcey's heartfelt account, and gain a deeper understanding of how trauma can shape lives and how recovery is always possible with the right support.