Michael Walsh
Michael Walsh
Equality and Acceptance of LGBTQ+ Members in Addiction Recovery Communities (with Beck Gee-Cohen)
Equality and Acceptance of LGBTQ+ Members in Addiction Recovery Communities (with Beck Gee-Cohen)
Equality and Acceptance of LGBTQ+ Members in Addiction Recovery Communities (with Beck Gee-Cohen)
Tuesday 28th June 2022
Michael Walsh and Beck Gee-Cohen explore how addiction recovery communities can be more inclusive and affirming to the LGBTQ+ community.
51 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Compassionate
Supportive
Thought-provoking
About this podcast
Author:
Michael Walsh
Overview:
Categories:
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Financial Health in Recovery
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
192 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Creating Inclusive Spaces: LGBTQ+ Acceptance in Addiction Recovery
We need to do better, rather than our client fitting what we do if that makes sense.
Ever wondered how addiction recovery can be more inclusive for LGBTQ+ individuals? In this episode of the Landmark Recovery Podcast, Michael Walsh chats with Beck Gee-Cohen, a trailblazer in LGBTQ+ programming and owner of BGC Bridge. Beck shares his personal recovery journey and sheds light on how businesses and treatment centers can become more affirming for LGBTQ+ members. They dive into the importance of tailored treatment for adolescents struggling with addiction, emphasizing the need for individualized care.
Beck discusses the complex trauma faced by those in non-affirming environments and how specialized programs can be both a blessing and a challenge. The conversation also touches on the evolving nature of LGBTQ+ identities and the necessity of adapting to these changes. Family involvement in recovery, along with the value of improvisation and innovation in treatment, are also highlighted. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in promoting equality and acceptance in addiction recovery communities.