Kevin Petersen
Kevin Petersen
S1 Episode 8: How Do I Support My Family Member’s Recovery?
S1 Episode 8: How Do I Support My Family Member’s Recovery?
S1 Episode 8: How Do I Support My Family Member’s Recovery?
Friday 11th September 2020
Kevin Petersen shares tips on supporting a family member's recovery from addiction. Learn about education, therapy, and setting boundaries.
30 minutes
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Kevin Petersen
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Guiding a Loved One's Recovery: Kevin Petersen Shares Practical Tips
Lots of times when we get to that point where someone enters treatment, things have been out of whack and hurting the entire family unit for some time.
Picture this: your family is grappling with the turmoil of addiction, and you’re at a loss on how to help. In this episode of the Chronic Hope Podcast, Kevin Petersen, a seasoned marriage and family therapist, sits down with guest Danny Colella to tackle the pressing question: How do you support a family member’s recovery? Petersen, the author of 'Chronic Hope: Parenting the Addicted Child', brings his wealth of experience to the table, offering practical advice for families in crisis.
One of the key points Petersen makes is the importance of getting educated about addiction and codependency. He suggests that family members start learning about these issues as soon as possible, even before their loved one begins treatment. Understanding the nature of addiction can help you see it as a disease, not a moral failing, and this perspective shift is crucial for effective support. Another major focus of the discussion is therapy.
Petersen emphasizes that therapy isn’t just for the person struggling with addiction; it’s for the whole family. Therapy can help you process your emotions, set healthy boundaries, and make lifestyle changes that support your loved one’s recovery journey. Throughout the episode, Petersen and Colella also highlight how widespread addiction is and remind listeners that it affects people from all walks of life. They stress that recovery is a collective effort, involving everyone in the family unit.
Petersen wraps up with a message of hope: no matter how tough things seem, there is always a path to recovery. If you’re looking for guidance on how to navigate this challenging journey, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice.