Suzanne D Burns

Trauma Informed Church with Suzanne Burns

Suzanne D Burns

  • Working with Addiction pt2

Working with Addiction pt2

Tuesday 8th November 2022

Join Suzanne Burns in 'Trauma Informed Church' as she shares a moving story of addiction recovery, exploring faith's role and trauma's impact.
18 minutes
Hopeful
Encouraging
Supportive
Informative
Transformative

About this podcast

Trauma Informed Church with Suzanne Burns
Author:
Suzanne D Burns
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Faith, Trauma, and Triumph: A Church's Journey in Addiction Recovery

So you have got to know how to help, and you've also got to know when you cannot be the one to help and acknowledge that and honor it.
Ever wondered how faith and community can transform lives battling addiction? In this episode of 'Trauma Informed Church', Suzanne Burns takes us through a heartfelt story of a client struggling with addiction. She opens up about the real-life challenges faced by the individual and how her church family rallied to provide unwavering support. Suzanne sheds light on the hidden impacts of trauma and the importance of being trauma-informed when aiding someone through recovery.
She dives into the barriers to treatment, emphasizing the need for a safe and nurturing environment. Through this narrative, listeners get a profound look at addiction as a lifestyle and the pivotal role faith plays in the journey to recovery. Suzanne also discusses the significance of knowing when to help and when to seek help, making it clear that supporting someone through addiction is a communal effort.
The episode wraps up with a powerful call-to-action, urging listeners to foster a supportive atmosphere within their own communities. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of addiction recovery and the transformative power of faith and community.