Dr. Laura Petracek, a clinical psychologist and author of  The DBT Workbook for Alcohol and Drug Addiction: Skills and Strategies for Emotional Regulation, Recovery, and Relapse Prevention [Jessica Kingsley Publishers; February 21, 2023] joins David and Nate for an enlightening (and very personal) conversation about recovery.  For more about Dr. Petracek, visit laurapetracekphd.com

Dr. Laura Petracek, a clinical psychologist and author of  <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.amazon.com/DBT-Workbook-Alcohol-Drug-Addiction/dp/1839972521/ref%3Dtmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding%3DUTF8%26qid%3D1673040195%26sr%3D8-1&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;usd=2&amp;usg=AOvVaw0-tAqn8CMq28LQgH9SYy3k" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The DBT Workbook for Alcohol and Drug Addiction: Skills and Strategies for Emotional Regulation, Recovery, and Relapse Prevention</a> [Jessica Kingsley Publishers; February 21, 2023] joins David and Nate for an enlightening (and very personal) conversation about recovery.  For more about Dr. Petracek, visit <a href="http://laurapetracekphd.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">laurapetracekphd.com</a>

Episode 147 • Emotional Regulation and Relapse Prevention with Dr. Laura Petracek

Sonja Meyrer

David and Nate discuss codependency and related issues with Sonja Meyrer, certified recovery coach and author of the bestselling book "And Then You Went Missing." 

David and Nate discuss codependency and related issues with Sonja Meyrer, certified recovery coach and author of the bestselling book "And Then You Went Missing."

Episode 146 • Toxic Caretaking or Healthy Caring? A Conversation with Sonja Meyrer

Rehab Roadtrips

Jeremy Miller and Dallas Terrell are passionate about two things: recovery and storytelling.   They are on a mission to find and film the best addiction treatment professionals in the country.

Jeremy Miller and Dallas Terrell are passionate about two things: recovery and storytelling.   They are on a mission to find and film the best addiction treatment professionals in the country.

Episode 145 •Telling Great Stories with Rehab Roadtrips

Lori Zabka

David and Nate engage functional nutritionist Lori Zabka in a delightful and enlightening conversation about addiction, nutrition, and recovery.  To reach Lori and gain access to her resources go to https://www.Lorizabkawellness.com

David and Nate engage functional nutritionist Lori Zabka in a delightful and enlightening conversation about addiction, nutrition, and recovery.  To reach Lori and gain access to her resources go to <a href="https://www.lorizabkawellness.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.Lorizabkawellness.com</a>

Episode 144 • Eating for Recovery with Lori Zabka

Luciana Passeri

Luciana Passeri has been an educator for 34 years, teaching and coaching thousands of individuals how to create, manage, and maintain relationships. Her degrees are in International Leadership and Management &amp; Social Justice. For more than 20 years she has worked with indigenous people around the globe supporting them in living their best lives through her foundation, HumanKind. She has done executive coaching for top 100 companies and has been a life coach for hundreds of people. She is the founder and CEO of PASSERI Footwear, a slow fashion company based in Peru. She discovered plant medicine in the jungle of Peru in 2018, a medicine that transformed her trajectory and gave her the power to thrive.

Luciana Passeri has been an educator for 34 years, teaching and coaching thousands of individuals how to create, manage, and maintain relationships. Her degrees are in International Leadership and Management &amp; Social Justice. For more than 20 years she has worked with indigenous people around the globe supporting them in living their best lives through her foundation, HumanKind. She has done executive coaching for top 100 companies and has been a life coach for hundreds of people. She is the founder and CEO of PASSERI Footwear, a slow fashion company based in Peru. She discovered plant medicine in the jungle of Peru in 2018, a medicine that transformed her trajectory and gave her the power to thrive.

Episode 143 • Outside-the-Box Recovery with Luciana Passeri

It's the most wonderful time of the year -- and sometimes the most hazardous.  In this episode, David and Nate discuss ways to stay sober during the holidays.

It's the most wonderful time of the year -- and sometimes the most hazardous.  In this episode, David and Nate discuss ways to stay sober during the holidays.

Episode 142• Sober for the Holidays

Christopher Smith

In this episode, Chris Smith shares his inspiring story of recovery, redemption, and service.  To learn more about Fit 4 Recovery or to reach Chris directly, go here.

In this episode, Chris Smith shares his inspiring story of recovery, redemption, and service.  To learn more about Fit 4 Recovery or to reach Chris directly, go <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-smith-10b837249/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.

Episode 141 - Fit 4 Life with Christopher Smith

Liz Olszewski

Can attunement with an animal actually foster emotional regulation and help abused or neglected adolescents connect with themselves and others?  Check out this fascinating conversation with Liz Olszewski, the founder and Executive Director of Horses Healing Hearts. To learn more about Liz or to find out how you can support the work of her nonprofit, visit hhhusa.org.

Can attunement with an animal actually foster emotional regulation and help abused or neglected adolescents connect with themselves and others?  Check out this fascinating conversation with Liz Olszewski, the founder and Executive Director of Horses Healing Hearts. To learn more about Liz or to find out how you can support the work of her nonprofit, visit <a href="https://www.horseshealingheartsusa.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">hhhusa.org</a>.

Episode 142 • Riding to Recovery with Liz Olszewski

Jason Portnoy

David and Nate enjoy a wide-ranging conversation with venture capitalist Jason Portnoy, a survivor of porn/sex addiction and author of the highly acclaimed memoir Silicon Valley Pornstar.   You may learn more about Jason or contact him by visiting jasonportnoy.com.

David and Nate enjoy a wide-ranging conversation with venture capitalist Jason Portnoy, a survivor of porn/sex addiction and author of the highly acclaimed memoir <a href="https://geni.us/SiliconValleyPornStar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silicon Valley Pornstar</a>.   You may learn more about Jason or contact him by visiting <a href="http://www.jasonportnoy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">jasonportnoy.com</a>.

Episode 140 -- Silicon Valley Recovery with Jason Portnoy

Evan Radtke

Are there true advantages to spending time in a sober community after you've entered recovery?  Evan Radkte of recoveryunplugged.com says Yes! -- and he shares his story with David and Nate in this inspiring (and sobering) episode.

Are there true advantages to spending time in a sober community after you've entered recovery?  <a href="mailto:radtkee@recoveryunplugged.com">Evan Radkte</a> of <a href="http://recoveryunplugged.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">recoveryunplugged.com</a> says Yes! -- and he shares his story with David and Nate in this inspiring (and sobering) episode.

Episode 139 •Sober Living with Evan Radtke

Inspiration and illumination on the road to recovery.

Glenn Hadley

Glenn Hadley, Senior Vice President of Strategy at Dreamscape Healthcare Marketing helps treatment centers gain visibility. In this episode, he helps David and Nate understand the challenges faced by any facility that wants to introduce itself honestly and effectively to people who are hunting for addiction treatment. 

Glenn Hadley, Senior Vice President of Strategy at <a href="https://www.dreamscapemarketing.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dreamscape Healthcare Marketing</a> helps treatment centers gain visibility. In this episode, he helps David and Nate understand the challenges faced by any facility that wants to introduce itself honestly and effectively to people who are hunting for addiction treatment.

Episode 138 -- What Are We Really Selling? A conversation with Glenn Hadley

Michael Hinckley

In a rural setting along the Atlantic shoreline in Connecticut, former Catholic priest Dr. Michael Hinckley and his team are meeting the unique needs of an often stigmatized and ostracized population.  In this conversation with Nate and David, Dr. Hinckley tells the story of Wildwood Farm.

In a rural setting along the Atlantic shoreline in Connecticut, former Catholic priest Dr. Michael Hinckley and his team are meeting the unique needs of an often stigmatized and ostracized population.  In this conversation with Nate and David, Dr. Hinckley tells the story of <a href="https://www.recoveryatwildwoodfarm.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wildwood Farm.</a>

Episode 137 -- LBGTQ+ and Addicted: Specialized Recovery Care with Dr. Michael Hinckley

Chad Harman

Research has rekindled interest in the therapeutic power of psychedelics in the clinical treatment of anxiety, depression, and addiction.  Dr. Thomas Cabel and Chad Harman, CEO of Psycheseuticals, explore the status of the field in this revealing interview.

Research has rekindled interest in the therapeutic power of psychedelics in the clinical treatment of anxiety, depression, and addiction.  Dr. Thomas Cabel and Chad Harman, CEO of Psycheseuticals, explore the status of the field in this revealing interview.

Episode 136 -- Frontiers of Treatment with Dr. Thomas Cabell and Chad Harman

Stuart Goffman

All of us on the road to recovery are encouraged by the stories of others.  In this episode, Stuart Goffman, producer of the A&amp;E series Addiction Unplugged, relates his discovery of the reality of addiction and the power of storytelling.

All of us on the road to recovery are encouraged by the stories of others.  In this episode, Stuart Goffman, producer of the A&amp;E series Addiction Unplugged, relates his discovery of the reality of addiction and the power of storytelling.

Episode 132 -- Addiction Unplugged with Stuart Goffman

A sobering and inspiring conversation with the founder of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and We Save Lives.

A sobering and inspiring conversation with the founder of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and We Save Lives.

Episode 135 -- Saving Lives with Candace Lightner

Patrick Moore

Is it possible to treat potential addicts before they take the fateful slide into severe addiction?  Researcher, teacher, and therapist Patrick Moore says "yes" -- and he has the data to prove it.

Is it possible to treat potential addicts before they take the fateful slide into severe addiction?  Researcher, teacher, and therapist Patrick Moore says "yes" -- and he has the data to prove it.

Episode 134 -- Prehab with Patrick Moore

What if you have a hard time connecting with the God-language in 12-step recovery?  Can you still recover?  Dr. Peg O'Connor, author of the upcoming book "Higher and Friendly Powers: Transforming Addiction and Suffering," says you can.  In this entertaining and illuminating conversation, she delves into the philosophical background and historical evolution of AA to make the case for expanding our understanding of a higher power.

What if you have a hard time connecting with the God-language in 12-step recovery?  Can you still recover?  Dr. Peg O'Connor, author of the upcoming book "Higher and Friendly Powers: Transforming Addiction and Suffering," says you can.  In this entertaining and illuminating conversation, she delves into the philosophical background and historical evolution of AA to make the case for expanding our understanding of a higher power.

Episode 132 - Higher and Friendly Powers with Dr. Peg O’Connor

Need help finding the right treatment center for someone you love?  Nate and David talk with Andrew, a veteran of the system, about a service that researches, rates, and provides referrals to treatment centers in all 50 states.

Need help finding the right treatment center for someone you love?  Nate and David talk with Andrew, a veteran of the system, about a service that researches, rates, and provides referrals to treatment centers in all 50 states.

Episode 131 -- Getting Help with Find Addiction Rehabs

Thomas White

Thomas White, founder of Exact Nature, shares his recovery story and the hope and help he found with CBD.

Thomas White, founder of Exact Nature, shares his recovery story and the hope and help he found with CBD.

Episode 130 -- Natural Supplements for Sobriety Support, with Thomas White

Jason Carter

Jason Carter, author of the entertaining new memoir To Hell I Ride: When an Examined Life Became Worth Living, shares his story with David and Nate.

Jason Carter, author of the entertaining new memoir To Hell I Ride: When an Examined Life Became Worth Living, shares his story with David and Nate.

Episode 129 -- The Examined Life with Jason Carter

Great Dialogue and fresh outlook for recovery. Love it.

Excellent natural dialogue and fresh

Grateful for all the different perspectives and generous sharing of wisdom.

Love it!

Positive Sobriety Podcast

Jill Vermeire

Certified sex addiction therapist and coach Jill Vermeire, star of Sex Rehab with Dr. Drew, shares her recovery insights in a wide-ranging conversation with David and Nate.

Certified sex addiction therapist and coach Jill Vermeire, star of Sex Rehab with Dr. Drew, shares her recovery insights in a wide-ranging conversation with David and Nate.

Episode 48 • Sex, Love, and Recovery with Jill Vermeire

Matthew Finch

Former opioid addict and life coach Matt Finch shares his multifaceted approach to recovery.

Former opioid addict and life coach Matt Finch shares his multifaceted approach to recovery.

Episode 51 • Alternative Approaches to Recovery with Matthew Finch

David and Nate discuss two recent mainstream articles critiquing Alcoholics Anonymous and the 12-step approach to recovery.

David and Nate discuss two recent mainstream articles critiquing Alcoholics Anonymous and the 12-step approach to recovery.

Episode 54 • Beyond the Twelve Steps

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