The Virtue Center
The Virtue Center
Exploring Alternatives to Incarceration
Exploring Alternatives to Incarceration
Exploring Alternatives to Incarceration
Wednesday 9th March 2022
Sarah West discusses compassionate alternatives to incarceration for those with addiction and mental health issues in this episode of 'Hope Ahead'.
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Get the buttons here!Sarah West on Compassionate Justice: Alternatives to Incarceration
I get to watch people save their own lives every day, and I think that there's a lot of really amazing recovery in our community and in communities all across the country that people don't really get to see.
What if instead of locking people up, we found ways to help them heal? This episode of 'Hope Ahead' tackles that very question with Sarah West, a Treatment Court Specialist. Sarah's journey into the criminal justice system led her to advocate passionately for those grappling with addiction and mental health issues. She shares her insights on behavior modification, emphasizing a trauma-informed and client-centered approach. Sarah also delves into the savior complex, exploring how it can shape motivations in this field.
You'll hear about the importance of understanding external triggers and how clients can become aware of their relapse justifications. Sarah stresses the significant role of thoughts in addiction and their impact on behavior. The episode doesn't shy away from discussing the tough challenges of relapse and the need for unity in treating addiction and mental illness. Wrapping up, Sarah highlights the transformative power of unconditional love in breaking the stigma around addiction.
Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that champions compassion over punishment.