Mary Woods
Mary Woods
Harm Reduction
Harm Reduction
Harm Reduction
Monday 5th October 2009
Discover Harm Reduction in substance use treatment with Dr. Andrew Tatarsky on 'One Hour AT A Time'. Learn about this flexible and compassionate approach.
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Get the buttons here!Rethinking Recovery: Dr. Andrew Tatarsky on Harm Reduction
The term harm reduction can really put a lot of people off, and it's a shame, because what you're talking about is really building a deep alliance and asking people, therapists, to question how their assumptions get in the way of permitting people to really partner with you on that process of recovery.
Imagine a treatment approach that doesn't insist you hit rock bottom before you can start climbing up. In this episode of 'One Hour AT A Time', host Mary Woods chats with Dr. Andrew Tatarsky, a clinical psychologist with over 25 years in substance use treatment, about the transformative concept of Harm Reduction. Dr.
Tatarsky, an advocate and author in the field, breaks down how this approach shifts the focus from demanding total abstinence to reducing the harms associated with substance use. Gone are the days when the only path to recovery was complete sobriety. Dr. Tatarsky explains how Harm Reduction offers a more flexible, compassionate method, especially beneficial for those dealing with dual diagnoses or adolescent substance use.
He challenges the old assumptions and emphasizes the importance of building strong, trusting relationships with patients. This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about alternative recovery methods. Dr. Tatarsky’s insights not only offer hope but also practical strategies for both clinicians and individuals on their recovery journey. If you're tired of the one-size-fits-all model of addiction treatment, this conversation might just provide the fresh perspective you need.