The Bubble Hour

The Bubble Hour

The Bubble Hour

  • Kathy Robbins, Psychotherapist and Recovery Coach

Kathy Robbins, Psychotherapist and Recovery Coach

Monday 2nd March 2020

Join Jean McCarthy on The Bubble Hour as she talks with Kathy Robbins about her 31-year recovery journey and work as a psychotherapist.
88 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging

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The Bubble Hour
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Kathy Robbins: Navigating Recovery with a Therapist's Insight

I think that definitely the online presence is a powerful presence, but I would my own belief about this is at least half, if not more, of these supports need to be in-person, because there's something about that personal contact, that looking someone in the eye and and feeling the person.
Ever wondered what it's like to be both a mental health professional and someone in long-term recovery? Meet Kathy Robbins, a psychotherapist who has been alcohol-free for an impressive 31 years. In this episode of The Bubble Hour, host Jean McCarthy chats with Kathy about her unique journey through addiction, codependency, and food addiction. Kathy opens up about the challenges and triumphs she's faced and shares valuable lessons she's learned along the way.
Kathy is not just a survivor; she's a beacon of hope for many. She discusses the 'Three C's' of recovery: commitment, change, and celebration. These principles have been crucial in her own journey and in her work with clients. Kathy emphasizes the importance of creating individualized treatment plans with therapists and prioritizing recovery, especially in the early stages. She also talks about the value of both in-person and online support systems. But that's not all.
Kathy is also a SheRecovers Sharing Circle facilitator and hosts recovery retreats for women, providing safe spaces for healing and growth. Her approach is strength-based, focusing on clients' values and strengths rather than their pathologies. She introduces the concept of 'velcroing the positive and tefloning the negative', encouraging listeners to embrace the good and let go of the bad. This episode is packed with insights that are both informative and hopeful.
Kathy's message that recovery is a journey, not a destination, will resonate with many. She reminds us that it's okay to seek help and that every step forward is worth celebrating. Tune in to hear Kathy's inspiring story and gain valuable tips for your own recovery journey.