Allies in Recovery
Allies in Recovery
Interview with Kathleen Cochran
Interview with Kathleen Cochran
Interview with Kathleen Cochran
Friday 4th August 2023
Join Kathleen Cochran as she shares her journey supporting her daughter through addiction, advocating for harm reduction and personalized recovery paths.
49 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Kathleen Cochran: A Mother's Journey Through Addiction and Advocacy
Episode Overview
- Kathleen's 18-year journey supporting her daughter through substance use disorder
- Advocating for harm reduction and individualized paths to recovery
- Challenges of finding effective treatment and the stigma surrounding addiction
- The importance of educating oneself and understanding there isn't a one-size-fits-all approach to recovery
- The need for more accessible resources and the impact of harm reduction
The anecdote for powerlessness is education.
Meet Kathleen Cochran, a mother who has spent 18 years navigating the tumultuous waters of her daughter's substance use disorder. In this heartfelt episode, Kathleen opens up about her personal journey, sharing the highs and lows of supporting a loved one through addiction. She is the founder of Heart of a Warrior Woman and the Facebook group Moms for All Paths to Recovery (MAP), platforms dedicated to helping mothers find their way through similar struggles.
Kathleen champions harm reduction and believes in individualized paths to recovery, emphasizing that there is no one-size-fits-all solution. She talks candidly about the challenges of finding effective treatment, battling stigma, and the crucial need for accessible resources. Kathleen's story is a testament to the power of community support and education, offering hope and practical advice for families facing similar battles.
Whether you're a parent dealing with a child's addiction or someone looking to understand more about harm reduction, this episode provides valuable insights and real-world experiences that resonate deeply.