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Episode 31: Dr. Carrie Wilkens - Beyond Addiction
Episode 31: Dr. Carrie Wilkens - Beyond Addiction
Episode 31: Dr. Carrie Wilkens - Beyond Addiction
Wednesday 6th January 2021
Dr. Carrie Wilkens discusses her compassionate, science-based approach to addiction recovery on 'Sober Conversations'.
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Get the buttons here!Science and Kindness: Dr. Carrie Wilkens' Approach to Addiction Recovery
Let's step outside of the myths and all the kind of assumptions you might have about substance use problems.
Imagine tackling addiction not with confrontation, but with compassion and science. That's exactly what Dr. Carrie Wilkens brings to the table in this episode of 'Sober Conversations'. Dr. Wilkens, co-founder and clinical director of The Center for Motivation and Change in New York City, joins hosts Dr. Herby Bell and Chris Harrison to share insights from her groundbreaking book, *Beyond Addiction: How Science and Kindness Can Help People Change*. Dr. Wilkens is no stranger to the complexities of addiction.
Her expertise is regularly sought by major news outlets like CBS Early Show and Fox News, and she's worked extensively on federal grants examining motivational interventions for college binge drinking. This episode dives deep into her evidence-based approaches for treating substance use problems and compulsive behaviors. What makes Dr. Wilkens' approach stand out? She emphasizes the power of kindness and non-confrontational methods in treating addiction.
The conversation touches on the critical role of family support and the unique challenges faced by emergency rooms in handling substance users. Dr. Wilkens also shares some heartwarming success stories that highlight the effectiveness of her methods. Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply curious about innovative treatment methods, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on recovery. Dr. Wilkens' blend of science and compassion provides not just hope, but practical tools for making real change.