Kenneth Anderson
Kenneth Anderson
Harm Reduction and Existential Therapy
Harm Reduction and Existential Therapy
Harm Reduction and Existential Therapy
Friday 1st February 2013
Learn how existential therapy and harm reduction can combat addiction in this insightful episode of Harm Reduction Radio with Mara B Collins.
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Get the buttons here!Harm Reduction Meets Existential Therapy: Mara B Collins on Addiction Treatment
I try to first assess where the person is at with the paradoxes...or trying to assert some sort of sense of you know. I didn't know anything about harm reduction at that time, but when I learned about it...oh wow, this is what I've been believing all along.
Ever wondered how existential therapy can intersect with harm reduction to tackle addiction? In this episode of Harm Reduction Radio, Kenneth Anderson chats with Mara B Collins, who shares her unique approach to addiction treatment. Collins opens up about how she stumbled upon harm reduction and how it aligns with her views on treating addiction.
She explains how existential therapy can help people grapple with life's big questions, like the paradoxes of life and death, which often play a role in substance use. Collins emphasizes the significance of harm reduction in preventing the negative consequences of substance use and promoting safety. The conversation takes a deep dive into the impact of community-based trauma on substance use and the necessity for a systemic approach that addresses social justice issues.
Collins also critiques the limitations of purely evidence-based methods, advocating for a more personalized approach that considers individual experiences. She touches on the role of Medicaid and funding in addiction treatment, stressing the need for flexible treatment options. One of the most intriguing parts of the discussion is how harm reduction can lead to greater political awareness and activism among those in recovery. Collins believes that blending harm reduction with political activism can create a more engaged and empowered community.
This episode offers a thorough exploration of how existential therapy and harm reduction can work hand-in-hand to provide a holistic approach to addiction treatment. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the complex social and psychological factors that contribute to substance use and how these therapies can promote long-term recovery.