There Is No Such Thing As Drug and Alcohol Treatment For Adolescents, with Robert Schwebel and Lynn Smith
When Dr. Robert Schwebel was approached by a local treatment agency about developing a drug program for adolescents, he was not interested. He decided to meet with the agency about the proposal, but also to share hard truths that he thought would encourage them to find someone else: Don't promise drug free kids overnight. Help them learn to make good decisions rather than telling them what to do. Incorporate life counseling. Rather than rejecting him, the program agreed to Robert’s suggestions and hired him.
Revealing What Exactly Educational and Therapeutic Consultants Do (and don’t do), with Joanna Lilley
When my son began using drugs and alcohol, I did what a lot of parents do: I dove headfirst into a world I didn't know existed, trying to evaluate all the possible programs and places he might go to get help. But there's so much to learn about the treatment world, and the knowledge is extremely specialized, making it almost impossible to sift through it effectively without an expert guide. On today's show, I spoke with someone who is that guide for families. She’s revealing what consultants actually do, how they do it and how working with one can impact your child’s treatment journey.
Exposing the Hard Truths: Insurance Claims Denials for Substance Use Treatment, with Mark DeBofsky
Parents trying to navigate treatment with their kids are already pushed to their mental and emotional limits. When you're in it, you're so overwhelmed that it's hard to think about something as frustrating and time-consuming as insurance. But my guest today reminds us the earlier you get started and the more thorough your documentation, the more likely you are to receive coverage for the resources and services your child needs.
Close To Home: Personal Details and Insights From His Addiction and Recovery with Brenda’s Son, Enzo Narciso
For years listeners of Hopestream have heard stories about my own family’s experiences with substance misuse and recovery. Today, after (only!) 185 episodes, I’m so proud to finally introduce you to my son, Enzo. I’m not just proud of him for building a meaningful life free of substance misuse, but also for the time and energy he dedicates through his work to helping kids struggling with their own path to recovery. This is a conversation between two people who did pretty much everything wrong, but now spend our lives trying to help others meet these challenges more prepared than we were.
addiction psychologist by day, parenting a child through addiction by night, with Julie
At the time Julie’s teenage son began misusing drugs, she had been a clinical psychologist specializing in addiction for more than 15 years. In her own words: “I know most of what there is to know, and we’re still here anyway. How did that happen?” This personal experience layered onto her academic expertise gives her a unique, holistic perspective that’s both enlightening and vulnerable.
Writing H.O.M.E. – a new roadmap for parents with kids in treatment with, Solutions Parenting Support
The experience of parenting a child in treatment or transitioning to recovery almost always feels like uncharted territory. And for each of us as individuals, it usually is. But what if there was a way to zoom out and find patterns within thousands of family experiences? With that insight, we might even be able to predict situations parents will find themselves in and prepare ourselves appropriately.
prepare for landing: tools for a more realistic transition home from treatment with Jen Murphy and Hilary Moses of Solutions Parenting Support
In this episode, I sat down with two experts who specialize in supporting parents during this vulnerable time-Jen Murphy and Hilary Moses of Solutions Parenting Support. You’ll hear why it’s so easy to fall into the trap of thinking “all is lost” when the tools you’ve all gained during treatment feel so difficult to implement in a new setting.
nine things we never talk about (out loud) when our kids misuse drugs or alcohol, with Cathy Cioth
There are some thoughts, questions, and situations we face as parents of kids who are misusing substances that make us question our parenting, our sanity and even our humanity. Because these tricky topics don't often make it into the conversation, we're tackling them today as a way to air issues you may be wrestling with - but doing it in a safe, private place.
insights, wisdom and coping strategies for parents of kids struggling with substance use from a mom who's been there, twice, with Cathy Cioth, Director of The Stream Community
How does a parent cope when you have not one, but two kids struggling with substance misuse and all the issues that surround it? Cathy Cioth has seen the world of adolescent and young adult substance use from all angles and shares openly in this conversation about her family's journey which included wilderness therapy, 'gooning', an unwelcomed intervention, and lots of coping skills.
what parents need to know about substance use and trauma; what it is and isn't, and why we can't ignore it, with Steve Sawyer
Just hearing the word "trauma" can cause a parent's stomach to turn in knots and create feelings of guilt and regret. We believe we should be able to spare our kids from trauma and might push this aspect aside when seeking treatment options. Steve Sawyer is an expert in trauma and adolescents and joined me for a deeply educational and enlightening conversation around trauma, and why as parents, we need to understand it better.
truly conscious parenting, what it means to do your work and the question he never gets asked, with Dr. Brad Reedy
Dr. Brad Reedy is a household name in the world of adolescent mental health and substance use treatment, is founder of a well-respected wilderness therapy program, Evoke, author of two books on parenting (Journey Of The Heroic Parent and The Audacity To Be You) and podcast host of over 400 episodes of Finding You, so sitting down and chatting was quite an honor.
for the dads: your presence, experience, and actions matter when your child is misusing drugs or alcohol, with Andy Goldstrom
Calling all the guys…this one’s for you. Dads go through their own unique challenges when their son or daughter is struggling with substance misuse, and I had the change to talk all about it with experienced dad turned parent coach, Andy Goldstrom.
coaching episode #2: dealing with manipulation, parenting paralysis, and feeling guilty about holding boundaries
In this episode, I have the honor of coaching Cheryl as she deals with manipulation from her son who is in a residential treatment program and struggles with guilt around holding boundaries in her family. Cheryl was brutally honest about her struggles and you’ll hear how going back to things that have worked in the past can lead you to new solutions.
insider perspective, insights and harsh realities parents need to hear from a therapeutic educational consultant with Jennifer Taylor
In this direct, heart-to-heart discussion with Jennifer Taylor, a therapeutic educational consultant in the Bay Area, I ask the questions parents often have and get answers that can sometimes be difficult to hear. Jennifer helps families all over the country develop the right plan and placements that can help their children (teens and young adults) with everything from emotional and behavioral concerns to substance use. You may not like everything you hear, but it's critically important information as you work to help your child.
golden nuggets from 2020: a wrap-up of wisdom, insights and emotion from 41 episodes with Brenda Zane
Welcome to a wrap of 2020! This episode features snippets from 11 guests who, over the course of 2020 shared their knowledge, wisdom and stories for us to learn from. It's a long one so grab a cup of something warm and cozy and listen in to these amazing golden nuggets from Hopestream's first season
life changing grants and scholarships for wilderness therapy: a conversation with Sky's the Limit Fund's Rochelle Bochner and Lani Dorff
When Rochelle Bochner's son was in a wilderness therapy program and she realized only families with strong financial means could access this life-changing experience she teamed up with her friend Lani Dorff to change the game. With a small pool of seed money from her 50th birthday and a plan sketched on a restaurant tablecloth, this dynamic duo has created a world-class non-profit that's helped over 700 families access therapy, after-care and family coaching.
coaches, mentors and a whole lot of tenacity: wrapping families with the support they need to heal from addiction, with Lori Thompson
Families who have a child or children with substance use disorder often have struggles other families don't ever experience or know about. Having a coach and mentor to come alongside your family is invaluable when it comes to navigating the tricky dynamics involved in overcoming addiction. Lori Thompson, LPC, brings a wealth of hands-on experience working with teens, young adults and parents as they work to make lasting change in their lives and restore damaged relationships.
knowing when to intervene: recognizing when your teen needs help even if drugs aren't the problem with Annika
You may be a parent who's noticing changes in your teen or young adult that worry you, but drugs or alcohol don't seem to be the problem. Their behavior is off, they're acting uncharacteristically and definitely not thriving like someone their age should. What do you do? Listen to this special episode and learn from a mom who’s been there.
building emotionally healthy teens through boundaries, letting go and creating a safe container with Krissy Pozatek, MSW
If we're steering every child toward happy, they have no ability to be with the other feelings. And we say, my goal is for you to be emotionally healthy, which is all feelings are okay. Discomfort’s okay, boredom’s okay, sad? okay. Anxious? okay. Happy is okay. All feelings are just information.
finding the right addiction & mental health treatment options for teens and young adults with Jenney Wilder, All Kinds of Therapy
I always want to tell parents, like give yourself space to just ask the questions. And if you don't like the answers, that's okay, too. You're going to get more information from the treatment programs or the professionals you're dealing with or the local therapist at home. There is no stupid question when it comes to treatment for your child.