The Rehab
The Rehab is a podcast about overcoming drug addiction. It covers topics such as medical treatment, spiritual fellowships, psychotherapy, and other forms of therapy. The show emphasizes that no single treatment method works for everyone and that care must be individualized. It stresses listening to what works for each person and treating addiction with compassion, respect, and understanding as a medical condition.
Episodes
The Science of Benzodiazepine Tapering: insights from Benzo Warriors' Dr. Barbara Connolly
In this episode of The Rehab, Dr. Mark Leeds sits down with Barbara Connolly, PhD, the Senior Admin of the Benzo Warrior Community, a peer-support group of more than 5,000 members navigating benzodiazepine withdrawal and recovery.A retired political science professor turned advocate, Barbara became involved in this work after a rapid taper from 22 years of prescribed Klonopin left her with a casca
David Gandini’s Insights on Tech Solutions for Alcohol Use Disorder Recovery
Technology for Change: David Gandini and the Fight Against Alcohol AbuseMeet David Gandini: Tech Innovator and Social EntrepreneurDavid Gandini is a serial tech entrepreneur known for building six companies across diverse industries. He began his career in telecommunications after studying at Michigan State University.Gandini’s early ventures included fiber optic networks in Detroit, and he later
Integrative Eye Health, Screen Time Tips & Nutrition With Dr. Rani Banik
The Essentials of Eye Health: Nutrition, Screen Time, and PreventionIntroducing Dr. Rani Banik: Integrative Eye Health ExpertDr. Rani Banik is a leading expert in integrative neuro-ophthalmology. She combines her training as an ophthalmologist and neuro-ophthalmologist with a certification in functional medicine.Her approach brings together traditional eye care and holistic methods. She focuses on
Filmmaker Paul Perrier: Exploring Addiction and Mental Health Across Canada
Paul Perrier's Journey: Biking Across Canada to Raise AwarenessThe Inspiration Behind the RideHave you ever felt the urge to break free and do something extraordinary? Paul Perrier, the author of "Cracked Wide Open," decided to pursue such a dream.In an incredible act of courage and commitment, Paul embarked on a cross-Canada bike tour to promote his book and raise mental health awareness. Leaving
Making a Home Out of You: Ginelle Testa on Overcoming Addiction and Embracing Self
In this episode, host Dr. Mark Leeds interviews Ginelle Testa, author of the upcoming memoir "Make a Home Out of You." Ginelle Testa is a writer and content marketer based in Boston, MA. She holds a master's degree in digital marketing and design from Brandeis University. Testa has overcome addiction, eating disorders, and relationship issues, using her experiences to craft a powerful memoir. Her
Dr. Andrew Hill on Innovative Neurofeedback Techniques to Heal the Brain
Dr. Andrew Hill is the founder of Peak Brain Institute and a leading neurofeedback practitioner and biohacking coach for clients worldwide. He has lectured on psychology, neuroscience, and gerontology at UCLA’s Department of Psychology where he received a PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience. At Peak Brain, Dr. Hill provides individualized training programs to help you optimize your brain across goals of
Nicole Lamberson on Benzo Tapers, Dependence Vs Addiction, Physician Desensitization
Nicole Lamberson is a recognized advocate for safer drug dependence treatment. As a survivor of dangerous detox practices, she co-founded the Benzodiazepine Information Coalition (BIC) to educate on the adverse effects of benzodiazepines. Her efforts emphasize the critical distinction between physical dependence and addiction. Nicole collaborates with the American Society of Addiction Medicine to
Navigating Trauma in Healthcare: Dr. Pratt's Insights on Adverse Childhood Experiences Study
Dr. Steven Pratt, M.D., is a distinguished expert in behavioral health and substance use treatment, renowned for his holistic and empathetic approach to therapy. With a robust medical background, Dr. Pratt has dedicated a significant portion of his career to understanding the complex interplay between trauma and addiction. He has been instrumental in promoting trauma-informed care, emphasizing the
Transforming Patient Experience in Mental Health with Brad Stoddard
Here is a podcast description based on the interview with Brad Stoddard:Brad Stoddard is a healthcare entrepreneur who has made it his mission to improve the patient experience in mental health care. Despite not having a clinical background himself, Brad has used his business acumen and customer service mindset to transform Sunrise Mental Health.In less than a year, Sunrise Mental Health has alrea
Filmmaker Paul Perrier: Cracked Wide Open
Paul Perrier is a man whose life tells a tale of artistry, resilience, and compassion. His memoir, "Cracked Wide Open," reveals his evolution from photographer to documentary filmmaker, drawing readers into the intimate realities of his subjects.Perrier is known for his unflinching lens and an unwavering dedication to truth-telling, qualities on full display in his seminal work, "Crack Not Broken.
Eric Fisher and The Martial Art of Recovery: A Fresh Perspective on Addiction Recovery
Eric Fisher's life story is one that intertwines the discipline of martial arts with the transformative power of recovery. As a young man, Eric was captivated by the mystique and philosophy of martial arts.Eric's imagination was sparked by the imagery he associated with martial arts: mastery, focus, and an indomitable spirit.This fascination led Eric down a path of dedication and resilience, event
Escaping the Grip of Technology Addiction: Dr. Nicholas Kardaras on Digital Madness
Dr. Nicholas Kardaras is recognized as a leading expert in the field of addiction psychology, a reputation earned through his pioneering investigations into a pressing concern of the modern social landscape. His journey into this area of expertise is a personal one; having battled and overcome substance addiction himself, he proudly stands with 24 years of personal recovery experience.Kardaras has
Caught in the Crosshairs of American Healthcare by Lloyd Sederer, M.D.
Dr. Lloyd I. Sederer, MD, is a distinguished psychiatrist, public health expert, and prolific non-fiction author. He is an Adjunct Professor at the Columbia University School of Public Health. He has served as as the Chief Medical Officer/Executive Vice President of McLean Hospital, a Harvard teaching hospital; Mental Health Commissioner of New York City (in the Bloomberg administration); and Chie
The Mapmaker's Path: Navigating Trauma, Addiction, and Self-Discovery with Lorraine Nilon
Welcome back to another captivating episode of The Rehab, where we explore the depths of personal growth, self-reflection, and overcoming addiction. In this highly anticipated installment, host Mark Leeds, D.O., welcomes esteemed guest Lorraine Nilon, spiritual explorer and author. Join us as we delve into the profound journey of reconnecting with our inner truth, embracing authenticity, and navig
Ladan Eshkevari, PhD of Avesta Ketamine: Ketamine and Brain Healling
Welcome back to The Rehab, the podcast dedicated to exploring innovative approaches to healing and recovery. In today's episode, titled "Dr. Ladan Eshkevari of Avesta Ketamine Wellness on How Ketamine Works to Help With Brain Healing," we are joined by the esteemed Dr. Ladan Eshkevari, a renowned expert in the field of ketamine therapy.Our host, Mark Leeds, D.O., delves into the fascinating realm
These Things Happen: A Journey of Addiction, Recovery, Acceptance, and Surrender.
Michael Eon is a recovering alcoholic and addict who found solace in writing during his journey towards sobriety. As part of the 12-step program of Alcoholics Anonymous, Michael embarked on a moral inventory, which led him to reflect on his past and childhood memories.These recollections triggered powerful emotions of anger and rage as he confronted the consequences of his actions. Encouraged by h
From Desperation to Recovery: Ketamine's Rapid Relief for Suicidal Ideation
Dr. Steven Reichbach, a renowned expert in ketamine therapy, shares remarkable insights on the transformative potential of ketamine for treating suicidality, CRPS (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome), and chronic pain.Dr. Reichbach begins by shedding light on the staggering statistics surrounding suicidality and the urgent need for innovative interventions. He delves into the surprising efficacy of ke
Lewis Nelson: The Art and Science of Buprenorphine MAT Induction
Lewis S. Nelson, MD, is Board Certified in Emergency Medicine, Medical Toxicology, and Addiction Medicine. Dr. Nelson is the Professor and Chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine and the Chief of the Division of Medical Toxicology. His career includes pivotal roles in the American Board of Emergency Medicine, the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education, and the Association of
Emergo Academy: A Brain-First Approach to Healing
In this podcast episode, Dr. Leeds interviews David and Susan Kenney from Emergo Academy.The Kenneys discuss their coaching, training, certification, and education company, Emergo Academy. They specialize in helping people become recovery coaches and offer an international certification in recovery coaching. The Kenneys explain their brain-first approach to lasting recovery, which focuses on the f
Dustin Swartz: On Innovative Addiction Recovery Solutions
Welcome to the latest episode of The Rehab, where your host, Dr. Leeds, delves deep into the complex world of addiction treatment and recovery. This episode features a special guest, Dustin, an advocate for innovative recovery programs.Dr. Leeds and Dustin tackle the multifaceted aspects of addiction, shedding light on both traditional and alternative paths to recovery. They explore a range of pro
Nicole Lamberson: Surviving Benzodiazepine Protracted Withdrawal Long-term
On this episode, we're exploring the world of medication withdrawal, benzodiazepine protracted withdrawal, and the difficulties associated with it. Our guest, Nicole Lamberson, shares her personal journey of surviving protracted withdrawal, involving long-term withdrawal symptoms, complicated by a lack of understanding of doctors, friends, and family. Her goal is to increase awareness of protracte
Chad Harman CEO at Psycheceutical on Neurodirect-Delivered Ketamine
In this episode, guest Chad Harman discusses the innovative Neurodirect technology, invented by Dr. Ronald Aungdon, a leading neuropsychiatrist and neurologist. With a proven track record of conducting over 50 clinical trials and securing FDA approval for more than 30 of them, Dr. Aungdon’s latest invention addresses a significant gap in the delivery of neurological medications.In the opening segm
Eudania Burrell: Living a Life of Financial Success and Fulfillment in Recovery
Join us on this inspiring episode as we dive into the incredible story of Eudania Burrell, a successful real estate investor and coach, and an accomplished federal agent, who has turned her life around after overcoming addiction in the late 90s. From her struggles with addiction to her flourishing career at the Department of Homeland Security, Eudania's journey is a testament to resilience and the
Milly Day: Dancing Towards Recovery - The Power of Movement in Addiction Treatment
Please join us in extending a warm welcome to our esteemed guest, Milly Day. As a talented and dedicated movement dance therapist, Milly specializes in guiding individuals in rehab through transformative movement and dance sessions. These sessions are carefully designed to help participants release deeply held trauma, foster non-verbal expression, and cultivate a greater connection with their own
KARE: Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy for Alcoholism
KARE: Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy for AlcoholismMy guest is Dr. Steven Radowitz, Chief Medical Officer and Co-Founder of Nushama.Starting his career in New York during the peak of the opioid and AIDS crises, Dr. Steven Radowitz has a wealth of experience seeing the effects trauma and addiction can have on our physical health firsthand. At the intersection of science and spirituality, Dr. Radow
Reviving Hope: Lewis Nelson, M.D. Discusses Naloxone Nasal Spray OTC
Join our podcast as we host Dr. Nelson, a renowned authority in emergency medicine and medical toxicology. As the Professor and Chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and University Hospital, Dr. Nelson offers a wealth of expertise to our conversation on the life-saving potential of over-the-counter Naloxone nasal spray for reversing opioid overdoses.Dr.
Bart Nollenberger: Success in Life and Recovery Through Coaching
Join us on our podcast as we welcome Bart Nollenberger, a renowned motivational speaker, sales trainer, and executive coach with a wealth of experience in the auto industry.Throughout his career, Bart has dedicated himself to personal growth and business success by embracing integrity and character. He's partnered with top global companies like Ford Motor Company, Toyota USA, AutoNation, and Galpi
Gary Aston Jones: Treating Addiction With Dual Orexin Receptor Antagonists
Unlocking the Secrets of Sleep and Addiction: A Conversation with Dr. Gary Aston-JonesIn this episode, we are happy to welcome Dr. Gary Aston-Jones, Director of the Rutgers Brain Health Institute and head of the Aston-Jones Lab. Dr. Aston-Jones has dedicated his career to unraveling the mysteries of the brain and exploring how understanding the connection between sleep and addiction could lead to
Cherisa and Alex Sandrow: Coaching Doctors to Start Telemedicine Practices
Cherisa and Alex Sandrow are doctors with backgrounds in healthcare and business who now coach other doctors. They mainly coach physicians who are interested in leaving stressful healthcare jobs that lead to burnout so they can start working in the field of telemedicine. Being a telemedicine doctor does not mean that you have to start your own practice right away. There are many opportunities to w
Karen Newell On The Benefits Of Sacred Acoustics Recordings For Anxiety
Karen Newell is co-founder of Sacred Acoustics, a producer of harmonically blended binaural beats and monaural beats with precisely balanced carrier frequencies to influence brainwave rhythms to support altered states of awareness. A peer-reviewed pilot study published in 2020 showed a 26% reduction in anxiety and other benefits after two weeks of regular listening to the Whole Mind Bundle set of
Unlocking the Power of Aromatherapy with Amy Anthony: A Healing Journey
If you are looking for ways to improve your physical and emotional well-being, then you won't want to miss this interview with renowned aromatherapist, Amy Anthony. In this engaging and informative conversation, Amy will share her expertise and insights on the world of aromatherapy, and how it can be used to enhance your health and happiness. You will learn about the many benefits of using essenti
Dr. Donna Marks: Exit The Maze
If you are struggling with an addiction, you must listen to this episode full of actionable information from top author and therapist, Dr. Donna Marks.According to research, over a hundred million people suffer from addiction in the United State alone. Whether it’s opiates, gambling, illegal drug use, sex, nicotine, video games, shopping, or food, we have become a highly addicted society.Licensed
Guy Sengstock: The Circling Method And Healing Through Relationships
Guy Sengstock is co-creator of The Circling Method. This unique and innovative process involves people connecting with each other on a deeper level than what they are used to in every day life. Circling helps members to have more fulfilling relationships. As part of the process, they are able to experience a deep sense of community. While Circling is not formal therapy, members find the activity t
DeDee Pfeiffer: Advocating For Recovery From Addiction
Our guest is Dedee Pfeiffer, television and film star who currently stars as Denise on ABC’s Big Sky, which is now in Season 3.Dedee has been a series cast member since the show premiered and plays “Denise Brisbane” the office manager at Dewell & Hoyt Private Investigations, the focus of the show. This role marks a return for Pfeiffer to TV after nearly a ten year absence. During that time, Pfeif
Jay Yow And Harry Derbitsky: A Spiritual Roundtable With Two Friends
Jay Yow and Harry Derbitsky are two friends I could have a conversation with all day long. Harry is a spiritual leader in the Three Principles movement. Jay is a sound engineer and producer who produces the James Altucher Show, and he is involved with NotePD.com, an online tool to help creative people to strengthen their idea muscles.I recommend trying out NotePD, and look up Jay on Twitter and fo
Laura Delano: Overcoming Iatrogenic Injury With The Inner Compass Initiative
Laura Delano is the Executive Director of Inner Compass Initiative (ICI), a non-profit organization dedicated to helping people make more informed choices about taking and coming off psychiatric drugs. Laura also consults with individuals and families looking for support during the medication withdrawal process. She has spoken and led workshops in Europe and across North and South America, and is
William Stilley: Working On New Alcohol Addiction Treatments At Adial Pharmaceuticals
Speaking with the CEO and founder of a pharmaceutical company was an incredible experience. William Stilley knows the science inside and out. And, he is able to explain it clearly, in understandable terms.What makes Adial different from many of the well-known drug companies is that they are working on new molecules to target specific receptors very precisely, rather than simply repackaging old pro
Kendra Campbell, M.D.: Free Range Psychiatry
Dr. Kendra Campbell is the founder of Free Range Psychiatry, an organization that believes in the potential for human beings to thrive without the need for psychiatric medications. Imagine going to the psychiatrist and not getting a prescription for an antidepressant, antipsychotic, or antianxiety medication. It's almost unheard of.Free Range is different. The doctors at Free Range Psychiatry work
Pamela Wible, M.D.: Suicide Prevention For Professionals
When a doctor, medical resident, or medical student is suffering, in emotional pain, who can they call for support? Dr. Wible started taking their phone calls many years ago. When she wrote about it on her blog, more calls started to come in. It turned out that no one else was interested in doing the job.Over the years, 24/7, around the clock, Dr. Wible has made herself available, at no cost, to t
Dr. Jeep and Vanessa Naum: Marriage Coaching For Professionals
Dr. Jeep Naum and his wife, Vanessa Naum have been coaching couples for many years to help them with their marriages. They mostly work with physician couples, where at least one spouse is a working doctor. They also work with other professionals where work can get in the way of marital joy and fulfillment. For people who prioritize their marriages, Dr. Jeep and Vanessa are available to help make l
Christy Huff, M.D.: The Benzodiazepine Information Coalition
Christy Huff, M.D. currently serves as the director of the Benzodiazepine Information Coalition. She is also a cardiologist, graduating at the top of her class, and attending top post-graduate training programs in noninvasive cardiology.Dr. Huff was prescribed benzodiazepines many years ago, and became physically dependent on this potentially dangerous class of psychiatric drugs. After a difficult
Medicating Normal: Why Are Psych Meds Prescribed So Often?
Nicole Lamberson is a Physician Assistant residing in Virginia. She obtained a BS at James Madison University in 2000 and then went on to complete the Master of Physician Assistant program at Eastern Virginia Medical School in 2004. She practiced in Urgent Care and Occupational Medicine settings until severe illness from prescribed psychiatric medication polypharmacy and a subsequent protracted wi
Daniella Hunter: The Importance of Food and Nutrition for Good Mental Health
Daniella’s deep care of herself, and the choices she made to support her own health, allowed her to turn the traditional restaurant model upside down. Daniella’s commitment to a menu free of gluten, grain, dairy, and refined sugar, coupled with a no compromise commitment to only cook with avocado oil, and defining a plant-focused menu featuring small amounts of impeccably sourced animal protein,
Tom Davis, MD, FAAFP on NewScript: Prescribe Yourself a Better Life
Tom Davis MD FAAFPDr. Tom Davis is a healthcare expert and consultant who is also co-founder of New Script, a community for healthcare professionals to communicate and share ideas. One of the missions of New Script is to motivate doctors to consider leaving jobs at large healthcare organizations and to start their own medical practices and side work to gain freedom from an abusive system.The idea
Medication Assisted Treatment For Alcohol Addiction Beyond Naltrexone
Dr. Roland Engelbrecht is a family physician in British Columbia, Canada, who has dedicated his medical practice to addiction treatment. He is also a member of the Canadian Alcohol Use Disorder Society, founded by Dr. Jeff Harries.The goals of CAUDS include educating the public about alcohol use disorder and how it is a medical condition that deserves compassion, not stigma. CAUDS also works to ed
Abe Malkin MD, MBA: Prioritizing Your Health With Concierge Medical Services
Dr. Abe Malkin is a physician, entrepreneur, and investor, with a passion for building and growing companies in the health and wellness industry. His specialties include concierge medicine, addiction medicine, and anti-aging treatments, such as stem cells and hormone therapy. He has been featured on many top news shows as a medical expert on health issues ranging from flu prevention to the opioid
Samara Ibanez: Reduce Alcohol Consumption With Help From a TSM Coach
The Sinclair Method (TSM) is a form of medication-assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder. TSM helps people to reduce their alcohol consumption by taking an opioid receptor blocking medication before drinking. Over time, the alcohol habit is erased from the brain, leading to the extinction of the habit.The basics of TSM are simple and straightforward. Yet, the implementation can be a bit more
Over The Counter Suboxone: Will Freely Available Buprenorphine End The Opioid Crisis?
It was a pleasure to speak with David Poses on the podcast about his unique and fresh perspective on drug use, opioid addiction, medication-assisted treatment, and harm reduction.As a writer, speaker, expert and activist, David Poses is focused on evidence-based addiction treatment, drug policy, and harm reduction. His writing has been published by Washington Post, Los Angeles Times and NY Daily N
Jenny Williamson On The C Three Foundation, The Sinclair Method, And Controlled Drinking
Alcohol addiction is a serious and difficult condition to overcome. There are many different medical services that, when used together, can help treat and prevent addiction. As simple as this seems, many people neglect these solutions until it is too late.Have you heard about the C Three Foundation?The C Three foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advocating for The Sinclair Method,
Dr. Michael Miller: Medication Assisted Treatment For Stimulant Addiction
Dr. Miller has determined that one category of meth user is a person who goes through life without adequate energy to complete tasks related to their activities of daily living. They found that self-treating their lack of energy with meth made it possible to get through the day. He identifies these patients using a line of questioning that proposes hypothetical situations that elicit a particular
A Talk with the filmmakers of “Two Cents From a Pariah"
Today we have a special episode of the podcast, where I discuss the film “Two Cents From a Pariah” with the lead actor, Jeffrey Grover, and lead actress Cortney Palm, as well as Chris Carson Emmons, the writer and director of the film. Jeffrey Grover can be seen in such films as “Dark Waters,” “Take Shelter,” “I Feel Pretty,” “Miles Ahead,” and more. Cortney Palm is best known for her role in the
Adam Bisaga, M.D.: Promising New Research On Treatments for Opioid Use Disorder
Dr. Adam Bisaga is a research psychiatrist and professor of clinical psychiatry at Columbia University. He is the author of Overcoming Opioid Addiction, the definitive book for patients, family, and healthcare professionals on the subject of effective treatment for opioid dependence.Dr. Bisaga is currently involved in research on groundbreaking new treatments for opioid use disorder, including a n
Tamra Hall PhD, MA, LPC, LMHC, CAADC, CCS, ACS: American Addiction Centers
Tamra Hall PhD, MA, LPC, LMHC, CAADC, CCS, ACS, is the AVP of Clinical Excellence & Quality at American Addiction Centers. AAC is one of the largest healthcare organizations in the US with a focus on the treatment of addiction. In this episode, we discuss what the comprehensive medical treatment of addiction looks like at a major healthcare institution.Dr. Hall discusses the importance of meeting
Bruce Rose Director at Alcohol Recovery Scotland
Bruce Rose has worked for many years in the rehab industry, managing drug and alcohol treatment centers. A few years ago, Bruce was researching the topic of medication-assisted alcohol treatment and came across information on The Sinclair Method, or TSM. TSM is simply medication-assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder using the medication, naltrexone.Bruce decided to dedicate his work to suppo
Lloyd Sederer, M.D.: A Leader In Public Health Discusses The Future Of Addiction Treatment
Lloyd Sederer, M.D., is currently an adjunct professor at the Columbia University School of Public Health. He has won many top awards in the field of psychiatry, and he has served as a leader in the field of public health in New York for the past two decades. In the 90s, Dr. Sederer was the chief psychiatrist at McLean hospital, the psychiatric teaching hospital for Harvard Medical School. He has
Dr. Teralyn Sell: Addressing Brain Chemistry To Help Heal The Addicted Brain
Dr. Teralyn Sell is a brain health expert and psychotherapist who helps clients to develop nutritional plans based on a customized neurochemistry blue print. While many addiction treatment programs focus on treatment with either medication or spiritual-based programs, Dr. Teralyn is focused on the science of brain chemistry and addressing the issue of filling the empty buckets of precursors that h
Jodi Aman: Anxiety I'm So Done With You
As a psychotherapist for over 20 years, Jodi shows people how to create prac- tical miracles even in the most difficult times. As an inspirational speaker, she teaches Generation Z, their parents, and helpers how to find their Diamond Confidence so they feel worthy, empowered and in control. In her online videos, she gives audiences all over the world usable tools to get clarity, push past fear, a
Kate Bagoy: Six-Figure Freelancer Secrets: Financial Success In Recovery
I recommend listening to this podcast interview with Kate Bagoy with a pen and paper handy. You are going to want to take notes. This twenty-minute episode is packed full of valuable, actionable material. Noted author, speaker, and educator, Kate Bagoy discusses recovery from alcohol use disorder and how women can break through business barriers to have success and freedom, building a personal bra
Sara Somers, Author of "Saving Sara: A Memoir of Food Addiction", On Greysheeters Anonymous
In "Saving Sara: A Memoir of Food Addiction," Sara Somers gives an account of a journey that took decades in which she finally found freedom from active addiction to certain foods.The solution that worked for her was the program of Greysheeters Anonymous. This 12-step program, based on Alcoholics Anonymous, is a spiritual program that helps people to recover from food addiction.Sara now lives a pe
Dr. Cali Estes, Celebrity Addiction Coach On Integrative Medical Addiction Treatment
Cali Estes, Ph.D. is an author and highly sought after Addiction Therapist and Life/Corporate Coach who specializes in harm reduction and utilizes holistic approaches to treat addiction, as well as mental conditions holding her clients back from reaching their full potential. She works with individuals, drug, and alcohol treatment teams and addiction professionals looking to advance their knowledg
David Vigerust, MS, Ph.D: A Virologist Speaks About COVID19, The Novel Coronavirus
David Vigerust, MS, Ph.D is an entrepreneur, inventor, healthcare innovator, and infectious disease expert. He is also an expert in the field of virology. Now, as we find ourselves in the midst of the COVID19 pandemic, Dr. Vigerust has quickly pivoted to building testing facilities for the novel coronavirus as fast as possible. While there are many important components to battling this serious thr
Frank King, The Mental Health Comedian: Live The Life You Were Meant To Live.
Frank King knew he wanted to be a stand-up comedian since he was four years old. After being sidetracked by years of doing what other people wanted him to do with his life, he finally decided to live the life he knew that he was meant to live. Frank focuses much of his comedy material on mental health issues, particularly suicide. In addition to entertaining his audience, his goal is to reach out
Stephen Finlay: Keeping Drug Users Safe With Supervised Consumption.
In this episode, Stephen and I discuss many topics, from safe consumption sites to medical heroin to Dilaudid dispensing machines on the streets. Yet, the underlying theme of this podcast episode is the value of having empathy and forming relationships with people who struggle with addiction. People who inject heroin are real people who deserve a chance to recover, no matter how long it takes for
Anissa Hudak: Helping To Heal From Trauma
Annisa Hudak is a Reiki Master and expert Yoga Therapist who has dedicated her career to helping people who have experienced significant trauma during their lifetime. While traditional psychotherapy and psychiatry are essential to treating conditions such as PTSD, connecting through community and getting additional help to work through physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual issues can make a b
Spiritual Leader Harry Derbitsky And Attorney Mark Astor On Integrative Addiction Care
An important concept in healthcare is integrative care. Integrative care means that healthcare providers and other related professionals learn to work together to get better outcomes.In the field of addiction treatment, the lack of integration is an issue. Different approaches are conflicting. We are going in different directions and not working together. 12-step fellowships, rehabs, and doctors a
Bill_Hudenko On VOI.COM: Preventing Suicide With AI and Machine Learning
What is VOI.com? Voi’s mission is to deliver the most comprehensive, innovative solutions to help hospitals and health systems, government agencies, educational institutions, families, and communities detect, intervene, support, and care for people at risk for suicide and living with behavioral health issues.Dr. Bill Hudenko is the CEO of Voi. Bill was born in Ridgewood, NJ, but grew up in Albuque
Claudia Christian On The Sinclair Method: Using Naltrexone To Cure Alcoholism
Claudia Christian is the most recognized advocate for The Sinclair Method (TSM) in the world.In 2013, Christian started her non-profit C Three Foundation to help raise awareness of the treatment, which saved her life in 2009. In 2014, Christian’s award-winning documentary One Little Pill was released. The documentary explains the science behind TSM and follows the lives of some of the people Chris
Alcohol Recovery: How Successful Are 12-Step Meetings? Is There Medical Treatment?
The Sober Truth is a book that talks about the evidence for success in 12-step programs in alcohol use disorder recovery. Unfortunately, the results are not great. It is important for people who suffer from alcoholism to be aware of the fact that there is medical treatment for alcohol addiction and it is consistent with the Alcoholics Anonymous program.Please visit my podcast website at https://th
Dr. Eben Alexander On Addiction And Connecting To Universal Consciousness With Sound
After decades as a physician and teacher at Harvard Medical School and elsewhere, renowned academic neurosurgeon Dr. Eben Alexander thought he knew how the brain, mind, and consciousness worked. A transcendental Near-Death Experience (NDE) during a week-long coma from an inexplicable brain infection changed all of that – completely. Memories of his life had been completely deleted, yet he awoke
Mark Astor: An Addiction Attorney, Helping Families To Get Help For Addicted Family Members.
Mark Astor is an attorney who specializes in providing legal help to people who struggle with addiction. He often provides help through family members such as a parent or spouse. His specialty includes The Marchman Act, a Florida law that makes it possible to compel an addicted individual to go to treatment for up to six months. He also deals with the Baker Act and other legal tools that can make
Addiction To Devices: Are Smart Phones And Social Media The New Crack Cocaine?
In this rebroadcast of an interview between Kristin Walker and Mark Leeds, the topic of addiction to technology and online services, such as social media, is discussed at length. As large corporations put their nearly unlimited resources into finding new ways to get us hooked, we are at risk for an epidemic of massive proportions.Already, we are faced with distracted driving, which can be more dan
Jamelia Hand: Creating Solutions To The Opioid Crisis
Jamelia Hand MHS CADC CODP is the CEO of Vantage Clinical Consulting LLC, http://vantageclinicalconsulting.com/, a focused consultancy with a national footprint devoted to helping healthcare organizations and other professional firms to create solutions to Opioid Addiction problems and increase quality patient care. For almost two decades, she has worked with individual Physicians, Healthcare Firm
Nick Jaworski: Ethical Addiction Marketing With Circle Social
Nick Jaworski is an internationally recognized executive in the field of behavioral health marketing and operational consulting with experience building organizations across four continents. As the owner of Circle Social Inc. (https://www.circlesocialinc.com/), he has helped healthcare organizations ranging in revenue from $10 million to $300 million a year perform turn arounds and accelerate grow
McRISC.com: Learn More About Your Addiction
If you or a loved-one has a problem with addiction, the first place to visit is https://mcrisc.com. Substance Use Disorders are real, chronic medical illnesses, just like diabetes and heart disease. Until now, tools to measure these disorders were limited. Thanks to Calvin McGinn PhD, LMFT, RN and Joyce Ann McGinn OTR/L, GCFP, co-founders of McRISC, we now have a sophisticated online tool to asses
Bryan Robinson, Ph.D. #CHILL, Turn Off Your Job And Turn On Your Life
Bryan Robinson is recognized as the world expert on work addiction. He is a scientist who has studies this condition extensively over decades. He is also recovering from work addiction himself. In describing his own struggle with work addiction, he talks about hiding work. He would secretly bring work with him on vacations. He would sneak off, away from loved ones, to secretly get work done.Being
Harry Derbitsky: The Three Principles of Mind, Consciousness and Thought
Harold Derbitsky is the author of “Evolution of Addiction Recovery”. In this new book, he examines and compares well-known treatment methods and indigenous ceremony with the three principles. These are the principles of Mind, Consciousness and Thought. Harry has worked directly with Sydney Banks, who originally uncovered these principles. The book shows a clear, easy and more hopeful direction in
Milly Day: Recovery Trekking. An Alternative To Rehab
In my talk with Milly Day, we discuss this incredible program to help people get started or continue on their journey of recovery. Imagine hiking the famous Camino de Santiago in Spain and experiencing firsthand its healing powers. What if you could go on this journey of a lifetime as an alternative to checking into rehab?In a nutshell, Recovery Trekking is a brand new recovery platform, both for
Mani Saint-Victor, MD: Rewriting Your Story
In search of a meaningful path to move beyond traditional drug therapy and psychiatry, Mani Saint-Victor, MD is a visionary leader in applying neuroscience to real world problems. Dr. Mani is a graduate of Harvard University and UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Three days into the third year of his Psychiatry residency, Dr. Mani left the traditional path of medical practice to join a virtual wo
Addicted To Rehab: Overcoming The Florida Shuffle
Michael A. gives an incredible account of going through 28 rehab programs in South Florida in a six year period. The ineffective system, which values a good medical insurance card over a patient's wellbeing, could not help him to get clean. Finally, Michael found a program that worked for him. He discovered that he needed a lot more than a short term program that just meets the minimum requirement
Bob Coates: The Opioid Crisis Response Act Of 2018
Frequently, I am asked about free and low cost treatment for opioid addiction. Whenever I write an article about patient assistance programs, I get a flood of calls and emails from people struggling with opioid addiction and also from the loved ones of the opioid addicted. Unfortunately, there are few options available right now. But thanks to the Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018, there may be h
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