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Rebecca Stucke: Sitting with Vulnerability
Rebecca Stucke: Sitting with Vulnerability
Rebecca Stucke: Sitting with Vulnerability
Tuesday 11th August 2020
Rebecca Stucke shares her journey in adolescent addiction counseling, discussing virtual challenges and the benefits of yoga and mindfulness.
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Get the buttons here!Balancing Acts: Rebecca Stucke on Adolescent Counseling and Mindfulness
People don't choose to totally hand over the reins to a substance. So that really kind of shifted my view of it, especially seeing the kids that I work with is none of them are doing that for fun.
What does it take to guide adolescents through the storm of addiction, especially during a pandemic? In this episode of 'Lifeways Connections', host Kristina Benter sits down with Rebecca Stucke, an intensive outpatient counselor at Lifeways, to explore just that. Rebecca opens up about her journey into the world of counseling, the hurdles she's faced, and the successes that have kept her going.
From juggling her roles as a business owner and yoga instructor to navigating the tricky waters of virtual counseling, Rebecca’s story is one of resilience and adaptability. She shares how her perspective on addiction has evolved through her work with young clients and how the Lifeways intensive outpatient program has grown to meet their needs. One standout feature of Rebecca's approach is the integration of yoga and mindfulness into her counseling sessions.
She explains how these practices help clients build coping skills, manage stress, and find balance in their lives. Rebecca also highlights the crucial role families play in the recovery process. Through family sessions, she fosters open communication between parents and their children, which she believes is vital for lasting change. The episode doesn't shy away from the challenges of keeping clients engaged during virtual sessions.
Rebecca discusses the creative strategies she's employed to maintain focus and connection, ensuring that her clients continue to progress despite the physical distance. If you're curious about the real-life impact of holistic therapy methods or want to understand the unique challenges of adolescent addiction treatment, this episode offers a heartfelt and informative glimpse into the life of a dedicated counselor.