Michael Walsh
Zachary Crouch
Seeking Safety Treatment
Seeking Safety Treatment
Seeking Safety Treatment
Wednesday 1st July 2020
Join Dr. Lisa Najavits and Nancy Campbell on the Landmark Recovery Podcast as they discuss trauma, addiction, and the power of naloxone.
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Michael Walsh
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Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Healing Trauma and Addiction: Insights from Dr. Lisa Najavits and Nancy Campbell
In the end, what it seems to show is that there are many different ways to heal, and it goes back to the famous phrase in recovery, which is many roads, one journey.
What happens when trauma and addiction intersect? In this episode of the Landmark Recovery Podcast, host Zachary Crouch welcomes two distinguished guests to explore this critical question. First up is Dr. Lisa Najavits, renowned author and creator of the Seeking Safety treatment model. Dr. Najavits shares her insights on how present-focused therapy can help individuals heal from both trauma and addiction.
She also discusses her latest book, 'Finding Your Best Self', which delves into the intricate relationship between these two struggles. Following Dr. Najavits, we hear from Nancy Campbell, a professor at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and an expert on the politics of overdose. Nancy talks about her book 'OD: Naloxone and the Politics of Overdose', shedding light on the history and importance of naloxone in saving lives during opioid overdoses. She also advocates for harm reduction policies like safe injection sites.
Throughout the episode, the conversation underscores the importance of evidence-based treatment and individualized care. The guests challenge stereotypes about addiction and emphasize that recovery is a journey with many paths. By the end, listeners are left with a powerful message: seeking help is a courageous step toward healing. Tune in to gain valuable insights and hope for those navigating the complexities of trauma and addiction.