CRAFT as the Beginning of Treatment
Our hosts discuss the idea of CRAFT as the beginning of treatment – as connection, openness, curiosity, and modeling change.
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What do families want and need from AiR?
Dominique asks Kayla what she thinks families want and need from Allies in Recovery, and whether there's a difference.
The Importance of Reframing
Hosts Laurie, Dominique, and Kayla discuss the idea of "reframing" bad situations, and what it means to reframe in a realistic, not idealistic way.
What Do You Do When You Feel Victimized?
Hosts Laurie and Kayla discuss the delicate issue of feeling victimized when your loved one is dealing with substance abuse disorder. Laurie shares so…
What Happens When You Give Advice?
Hosts Laurie and Kayla discuss the difficulties of giving advice, and talk about the best ways to approach such conversations -- including simply list…
Who Are You Here For?
Hosts Laurie and Kayla discuss the importance of working on yourself, especially in moments when it's important to step back and respond, not react.
Becoming Part of the Process
Hosts Laurie, Kayla, and Dominique discuss the power of patience and a more passive, accepting approach to helping your loved one walk their own path …
Control and Consequence
Laurie, Kayla, and Dominique discuss control: What can we control? When we set boundaries, what happens for us and our loved one? They point out that …
Finding Common Ground When You Disagree
Our hosts discuss finding common ground with your loved one -- or anyone else -- on seemingly intractable issues.
Releasing Trauma
Our hosts discuss the trauma that can affect families and loved ones, and how to release it and learn new habits over time.