Scope of Practice

The SUD industry is no stranger to competing perspectives and contentious viewpoints, and abstinence-based vs moderation models are the latest combatants in the philosophical sparring we have grown accustomed to. We welcome Alexandra Plante, author of the SUDTerrainian Newsletter to the program to discuss what her investigation into the research has discovered. You can read the original article on...

Poiab Vue, a social worker from Minneapolis, MN joins the podcast to talk about some of the problematic views and behaviors many in therapeutic roles exhibit that limit our ability to be true changemakers. Tune in and listen to some examples that she recently listed in an eyebrow-raising LinkedIn posting.

We start the new season with an interview with Jason Clawson, CMHC, whose own exposure to great loss, and with a child struggling with a difficult emotional experiences led to the development of two products designed to help those suffering find their own hope. We talk with Jason about both the Hope Kits and the Pretherapy Kit.

We finish our 4th season with a talk with Iran Nazario, Founder of the Peace Center of Connecticut, about his life, his work, and his book "Rage To Peace." You can learn more at Nazariomotivation.com

William Stauffer, recovery historian and Executive Director of Pro-A in Pennsylvania, joins the podcast to talk about the messaging of the SUD industry.

The great American icon Maya Angelou once stated "do the best you can until you know better"...does this apply to people working in MMTP environments? Dr. Kathleen Eggert joins the show to talk about her research measuring counselor attitudes about MMTP programming and patients that may be stigmatizing or even discriminatory. While we know these attitudes can exist, are they simply an outgrowth of...

We talk with clinical psychologist Dr. Geri-Lynn Utter about her new book, Aftershock and about clinical topics related to an individual's experience of trauma ad meeting people where they are at. Talking about the personal and professional aspects of trauma as only she can, you'll be informed and entertained.

Our guest today advocates for systems change in the behavioral health space, not only to provide those individuals served with the best care possible, but to also promote the well being of those providing clinical services. Join me as I speak with Licensed Mental Health Counselor and change advocate Brittainy Lindsey as we discuss the crisis the workforce faces every day.

We talk with Peter Grayson, LCDP, Director of Addiction and Recovery at Nushama, a network of psychedelic wellness centers based in New York City, who gives us an introduction and overview into psychedelic assisted treatment for mental health and substance use disorders. It is paramount to note that this recording is not meant to be medical advice, strictly informational to those in the field with...

We speak with Dr. Bob Lynn, national and international expert on trauma about the field's focus on past experiences and events, rather than on providing care for what the client presents in the session. Are we losing sight of treating clients "where they are at"?

We discuss SMART Recovery with Pete Rubinas, the organization's Executive Director. In addition, we talk about other empowering options and how to change the narrative to include the whole person.

We speak with Chaz Franke about bringing the authentic self to both professional relationships to ensure the positive use of countertransference as both a clinical and supervisory tool.

Andrew Bordt, M.Ed. of the Institute for the Advancement of Group Therapy joins the podcast to talk about the state of group therapy in the SUD treatment industry, offering insight into improving the client experience.

Despite many efforts from the prevention and public health communities to deter or reject marijuana legalization, many states have passed legalization of use and of retail sales. We speak with noted preventionist and trainer Shannon Spurlock of Rhode Island about how the field has changed/needs to change in a time of increased access.

Journalist and person in long-term recovery Maia Szalavitz joins the podcast to talk about her op-ed piece in the New York Times on Sunday, March 11 where she discussed the prevalence of 12 Step programming and requirements in treatment facilities despite the courts ruling that it violates the First Amendment rights of those clients who object.

We discuss some of the issues that NFL players face in the wake of the Damar Hamlin incident, including facing one's own vulnerability, mortality and vicarious trauma. L.A. Rams Team Psychologist Dr. Carrie Hastings joins the podcast to shed light on the seismic culture shift in the league where mental health is part of the focus on overall well-being.

LeRon Barton, author, artist, and 3x TedX speaker joins us to talk about institutionalized racism and SUD care.

We talk with Sober AF (stands for "and fun" of course!) Duke Rumely about tailgate parties at music festivals, sporting events and other activities that allow for individuals to enjoy recreational opportunities without alcohol or drugs, with the hope of inspiring others to follow suit.

Jamelia Hand (Chicago, IL) and Kapil Nayar (Philadelphia), two professionals with the courage to speak for change, join the podcast to discuss some of the challenges presented by the field and what needs to occur to address them.

We speak with Dr. Stephanie Careiro (stephanie.carreiro@gmail.com) about her work in the development of the RAE (Realize, Analyze, Engage) system which helps track cravings and stress for individuals in recovery to inform treatment and recovery services and produce better client outcomes. Learn more at RAEhealth.com

We talk with clinician Ian Zettervall about the basics of Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, a transdiagnostic behavioral therapy for SUDs and Mood Disorders, which he uses often in his practice. Tune in and hear about it!

We talk with Dr. Jaquel Patterson, nationally and internationally recognized naturopathic physician about the connection between gut health and brain health. Dr. Patterson addressed this in a keynote presentation at the CCB conference in June, and the amount of feedback on this subject demanded that we address it for a wider audience.

Texas A&M professor and researcher Dr. Brian Anderson joins the program to talk about his work on attentional biases and explains how SUDs may simply be the effects of normal cognitive functioning.

Call them overdose prevention centers, safe consumption sites, safe injection sites...whatever the terminology, they can often evoke emotional and negative responses from many SUD professionals. Sam Rivera, Executive Director of On Point NYC, which operated the first 2 OPCs in the United States, joins the program to talk their experience in Gotham: 1500 unduplicated people using he 2 sites, 27,000...

The technology exists today where we can access a person's individual genetic makeup and biomarkers to inform treatment. We are joined by Dr. Evelyn Higgins, founder and CEO of Wired for Addiction, to discuss this modern technology and its implications. Wired for Addiction is an international DNA company that uses trademark testing & prescribing process to look at genetic variants linked to substa...