Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga

Addiction and the Family

Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga

  • Episode 26: Conversations With Counselors #2 - Paige Majko

Episode 26: Conversations With Counselors #2 - Paige Majko

Friday 25th February 2022

Counselor Paige Majko shares her journey through addiction and recovery, offering practical advice for families impacted by addiction.
46 minutes
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Addiction and the Family
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Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery Reimagined
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Counselor Paige Majko: Blending Personal Struggles and Professional Wisdom in Recovery

It only takes one person in a relationship or a dynamic to change that dynamic.
What happens when a counselor brings both personal and professional experience to the table? In this episode of 'Addiction and the Family', Paige Majko shares her unique journey through addiction and recovery. Paige opens up about her own battles with addiction and how her family's history played a crucial role in shaping her relationship with substances. She dives into the importance of honesty and vulnerability, both in her personal recovery and in her work with families affected by addiction.
Paige also emphasizes the value of Al-Anon for family members, even if attending meetings feels daunting at first. She suggests that simply reading the literature can be a great starting point. Throughout the conversation, Paige offers practical advice, shares heartfelt stories, and highlights the power of mentorship and humor in the recovery process. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone navigating the complex world of addiction recovery, whether personally or within their family.