Recovery Soapbox

In this episode, recovery coach and author D.J. Burr and host Josh Hall dive into several topics, including self-care, surviving sexual abuse, codependency and addiction, and the freedom that comes with recovery. "Codependency is a dysfunctional relationship with yourself that is typically manifested with other people." - D.J. Burr, LMHC, NCC, S-PSB D.J. gives specific examples of what codependency looks like and how it manifests in simple daily activities, such as having a simple conversation. D.J. Burr himself is the host of two podcasts Journey On: Men Healing from Sexual Abuse & Assault and Making an Addict. In D.J. Burr's book, "I Just Wanted Love: Recovery of a Codependent, Sex and Love Addict", he tells his story of recovery from sexual abuse, codependency and addiction. You can view more episodes at RecoveySoapbox.comOr subscribe to the audio version on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Soundcloud, and Libsyn. Watch this episode on our studio cameras - Codependency and Addiction

Learn all about recreation therapy with Erica Yaeger, Jamie Bennett, and Will Lindsay as they discuss what recreation therapy is, what it’s not, and where it needs to head in the future. View more episodes of our addiction recovery podcast

We are very excited to present a special episode for you today. In this episode, we decided to take the podcast to the people. We set up shop at the National Recovery Day rally in Salt Lake City, Utah, then interviewed anyone and everyone that would take the time. The result is a fascinating compilation of messages from the addiction recovery community. See more at https://brightonrecoverycenter.com/podcast/

Jonathan Saul speaks with Michael Herbert, an internationally recognized clinician, speaker, and leader in addiction treatment. Michael has over 25 years of professional experience in the field of recovery and has helped thousands of people from all parts of the world. It was a pleasure having Michael Herbert on our recovery podcast. You can learn more about Michael Herbert at his website RecoveryGuide.com. View more episodes at: http://brightonrecoverycenter.com/podcast Jonathan Saul is the Executive Director and a founding partner of Brighton Recovery Center. Without Jonathan, this recovery podcast wouldn't exist. You can learn more about Jonathan Saul here. You can subscribe to the audio version on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Soundcloud, and Libsyn.  

Today Josh Hall speaks with interventionist Kevin Graves. Kevin has 20 years of sobriety himself and has been invaluable in the recovery from drugs and alcohol for countless individuals and their families. Josh and Kevin dive into the process, difficulties, and success of interventions. There is Hope Interventions: www.thereishopeinterventions.com You can subscribe to the audio version on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Soundcloud, and Libsyn.   Music for the podcast was provided by Michael Kelsey View More Episodes

Alisa and Lacey speak with Mindy Vincent about the many roads to recovery, harm reduction, unconditional support, and much more. Utah Harm Reduction Coalition https://utahharmreduction.org/ More episode available at: http://brightonrecoverycenter.com/podcast/ The guests on Recovery Soapbox express their own views which may not reflect the views of Brighton Recovery Center.

Today we’re joined by Sarah Kappos, an artist, poet, teacher, mother, and recovering addict. In this episode Sarah tells how painting, writing, and even rock climbing have impacted her recovery, and how they might help yours. We hope you enjoy. Sarah's blog: http://chrysalisbreak.blogspot.com/ Fit To Recover upcoming events: https://www.fit2recover.org/calendar.html See more episodes at: http://brightonrecoverycenter.com/ You can subscribe to the audio version on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Soundcloud, and Libsyn.

LaVar Christensen of Utah's House of Representatives and Dennis Cecchini, a parent advocate, speak with Kamrin Carver about Utah House Bill 286. This bill allows the relatives of addicts to admit their loved ones for addiction treatment. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Brighton Recovery Center. (844) 479-7035 http://brightonrecoverycenter.com/ DSAMH, (Utah Div. of Substance Abuse and Mental Health) (801) 538-3939 https://dsamh.utah.gov/ Utah Dept. of Health (888) 222-2542 or (801) 538-6003 https://health.utah.gov/ USARA, (Utah Support Advocates for Recovery Services), (801) 210-0320 http://www.myusara.com/ Opidemic.org opidemic@utah.gov Utah House Bill 286 2017 https://le.utah.gov/~2017/bills/static/HB0286.html Representative LaVar Christensen (801) 572-9878 http://house.utah.gov/rep/CHRISFL

Kamrin Carver with Brighton Recovery Center and Patrick Rezac of One Voice Recovery team up to discuss taboo topics and alternative paths to recovery. One Voice Recovery Website: http://onevoicerecovery.org/ One Voice Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/onevoicerecovery/ Recovery Soapbox Website: http://brightonrecoverycenter.com/podcast

Mary Jo McMillen of USARA, along with Alisa Wood and Lacey Garcia of Brighton Recovery Center, talk about the Utah recovery community, how to get involved, upcoming events, and much more. http://brightonrecoverycenter.com/podcast http://www.myusara.com/ https://www.recoveryday.org/ (September 9th 2017)   Big thanks to Brighton Recovery Utah Rehab Center Music by Michael Kelsey

We are honored to have Randall Carlisle on this episode of Recovery Soapbox. Randall Carlisle is a well known Anchor who has been on radio and television for 51 years. For many of those years, Randall struggled with alcoholism. In this episode Randall discusses his journey, stigma, self-perception, and much more. Huge thanks to Brighton Recovery Center for making this all possible. You can watch any of our episodes from our studio cameras at RecoverySoapbox.com. You can subscribe to the audio version on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Soundcloud, and Libsyn. Music for this episode was provided by Michael Kelsey. 

Alisa, Lacey, and Rachel, three women in recovery, talk about the struggles, heartache, hope, and success surrounding their fight against drug and alcohol addiction. You can watch this entire episode from our studio cameras at RecoverySoapbox.com You can subscribe to the audio version on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Soundcloud, and Libsyn. Music for the podcast was provide by Michael Kelsey

The podcast about all things related to the recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. Today were honored to have Ian Acker, recovering addict and founder of Fit To Recover. Fit to Recover is a gym that helps addicts get clean through exercise. This podcast is brought to you by Brighton Recovery Center. Music by Michael Kelsey Se more about Ian at Fit To Recover Special thanks to Brighton Recovery Center for making this podcast possible