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Ellen Stewart - The Pushy Broad from the Bronx
Parenting in Recovery with Tricia Kostin & Jamie Carvalho of Cairn Psychotherapy
Parenting in Recovery with Tricia Kostin & Jamie Carvalho of Cairn Psychotherapy
Parenting in Recovery with Tricia Kostin & Jamie Carvalho of Cairn Psychotherapy
Wednesday 10th May 2023
Ellen Stewart chats with Tricia Kostin and Jamie Carvalho on 'Recovery Recharged' about the unique challenges of parenting while in recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Tricia and Jamie share insights on parenting in recovery, emphasizing the importance of self-care and setting boundaries.
- They discuss the unique challenges of parenting in recovery, including potential relapse, communication, setting boundaries, and rebuilding trust.
- The conversation also explores the impact on children of different age groups and the significance of open and honest communication.
- Tricia and Jamie stress the value of therapy and family support in the ongoing recovery process, offering insights into addressing process addictions and arrested development.
- Ellen concludes by encouraging listeners to seek the guidance of trusted professionals and engage with a supportive community.
Parenting is really hard without recovery. If you can do those things, it will absolutely work out for you. Don't dictate your own treatment because that never works out. Find the people you trust, find your tribe, stick close to them and everything will work itself out.
Parenting is tough on its own, but add the complexities of recovery, and it becomes a whole new challenge. In this episode of 'Recovery Recharged', Ellen Stewart, also known as the Pushy Broad from the Bronx, sits down with Tricia Kostin and Jamie Carvalho from Cairn Psychotherapy to talk about the unique hurdles faced by parents in recovery.
These seasoned clinicians dive into the nitty-gritty of balancing sobriety with parenting duties, shedding light on essential strategies like self-care, setting boundaries, and maintaining open lines of communication. Tricia and Jamie don't shy away from discussing the hard stuff. They explore how parents can navigate potential relapses, rebuild trust within the family, and address the impact of addiction on children of various ages.
From toddlers to teens, the conversation touches on how to foster healthier relationships through honest communication and consistent support. Listeners will find practical advice on integrating therapy and family support into their recovery journey. The episode also delves into process addictions and the concept of arrested development due to early substance use, providing a comprehensive look at the multifaceted nature of recovery for parents. Ellen wraps up the discussion by emphasizing patience, consistency, and the importance of a supportive community.
Whether you're a parent in recovery or know someone who is, this episode offers invaluable insights and encouragement to help navigate this challenging path.