Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga

Addiction and the Family

Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga

  • Episode 30: What is SMART Recovery, with Lisa Davidson

Episode 30: What is SMART Recovery, with Lisa Davidson

Sunday 26th June 2022

Lisa Davidson shares her journey with SMART Recovery, offering practical tools and comparing it to 12-step programs in 'Addiction and the Family'.
35 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Hopeful
Supportive
Engaging

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Addiction and the Family
Author:
Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga
Overview:
Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery Reimagined
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Lisa Davidson's Journey with SMART Recovery: Practical Tools for a Better Tomorrow

I wanted to empower myself to do something different... SMART stands for self-management and recovery training, and so it is very much empowering yourself to make those decisions, which is what really spoke true to me.
Ever wondered if there's a different way to tackle addiction beyond the traditional 12-step programs? In this episode of 'Addiction and the Family', Lisa Davidson, Clinical Director at Windmill Wellness Ranch, shares her unique path to recovery using SMART Recovery. Lisa opens up about her personal and professional experiences, shedding light on how this self-management and recovery training program offers practical tools to help individuals regain control over their lives.
She introduces listeners to the ABCD tool, a method designed to manage the consequences, beliefs, and emotions tied to addiction. By comparing SMART Recovery with 12-step programs, Lisa emphasizes the value of a tailored approach to recovery, blending different methods to suit individual needs. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone seeking a fresh perspective on addiction recovery, highlighting the importance of community and support.
Tune in for an informative and hopeful discussion that could make a difference in your journey or that of a loved one.