Kenneth Anderson
Kenneth Anderson
Women For Sobriety
Women For Sobriety
Women For Sobriety
Friday 14th June 2013
Laura Makey talks about Women for Sobriety, a unique recovery program focusing on positive thinking and personalized approaches to achieving sobriety.
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Kenneth Anderson
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Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Women for Sobriety: A Fresh Take on Recovery with Laura Makey
I think it's really important for people to realize you know both people with problems with alcohol or drugs and you know treatment providers, people out in the world, to realize that the normal outcome of addiction is that people will quit on their own.
What if there was a different way to tackle substance abuse, one that didn't rely on lifelong meetings or rigid rules? In this episode of Harm Reduction Radio - HAMS, Kenneth Anderson sits down with Laura Makey, a certified Moderator and Chat Leader, and Treasurer of the Board of Directors at Women for Sobriety (WFS). Laura opens up about her personal journey with WFS, an evidence-based program that offers a unique approach to recovery for women.
Unlike traditional programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), WFS focuses on individualized recovery and positive thinking. Laura explains how WFS uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help members recognize and counter negative thoughts, empowering them to change their outlook on life. The program encourages women to integrate its principles into their daily lives, rather than attending endless meetings.
WFS is also a welcoming space for women who might choose different paths to sobriety, such as using non-alcoholic beverages or recreational drugs under medical supervision. Laura emphasizes the importance of building a support network, with resources like online meetings, forums, and chatrooms available on the WFS website.
Whether you're a woman facing substance abuse or a treatment provider seeking alternative methods, this episode offers valuable insights into how WFS can help women reclaim control over their lives and achieve sobriety on their own terms.