Allies in Recovery
Allies in Recovery
Podcast #67 — Positive Change with Tommy Joyce, Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
Podcast #67 — Positive Change with Tommy Joyce, Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
Podcast #67 — Positive Change with Tommy Joyce, Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
Thursday 4th February 2021
Join Tommy Joyce as he shares his recovery journey and insights on empathetic support, Customized Recovery, and strategies for families dealing with addiction.
53 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Supportive
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Allies in Recovery
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Recovery is custom tailored to the individual.
What happens when someone turns their own recovery journey into a mission to help others? Meet Tommy Joyce, the Director of Recovery Support Services at the East Bay Recovery Center, who shares his inspiring story on this episode of 'Coming Up for Air'. Tommy's path to recovery wasn't just about overcoming his own struggles; it became a beacon of hope for many others battling addiction.
Alongside hosts Dominique Simone-Levine, Laurie McDougall, and Annie Highwater, Tommy dives into the concept of Customized Recovery, emphasizing that each person's journey is unique and requires tailored support. He also sheds light on the role of Certified Peer Recovery Specialists and how empathetic support can make all the difference. From discussing the current drug-use crisis to sharing practical strategies like Contingency Management and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Tommy provides a wealth of insights for families and individuals alike.
He underscores the importance of rewarding non-use in families and maintaining realistic hope throughout the recovery process. This episode isn't just about Tommy's story; it's a guide for anyone looking to support a loved one through addiction, offering practical advice and heartfelt encouragement. Whether you're directly affected by addiction or seeking to understand it better, Tommy's journey and wisdom provide a roadmap for positive change.