Overcoming addiction + how to help someone who is struggling with addiction (with LCSW & ex-addict Nathan Padilla)

The Dr. Leaf Show

Dr. Caroline Leaf

Health & Fitness, Mental Health

4.7 • 3.3K Ratings

🗓️ 14 December 2020

⏱️ 62 minutes

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***Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here & get access to exclusive pre-order bonuses like a workbook, bonus chapters and more: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com/ Sign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747 SHOW DESCRIPTION: Yes, addiction can be a scary thing, but true recovery is possible. In this podcast I speak with licensed clinical social worker and therapist Nathan Padilla about his own experiences with addiction and mental health, the nature of addiction recovery, how you can help someone overcome an addiction, and more! Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/overcoming-addiction-how-to-help-someone-struggling-with-an-addiction SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS: Public Goods (My preferred online goods store, which has everything you need, from natural cleaning products and foods to sustainable house goods). Receive $15 off your first Public Goods order with NO MINIMUM purchase. Just go to https://www.publicgoods.com and use code DRLEAF at checkout. Solitaire Grand Harvest (A great way to unwind, keep your mind busy and spend quality time with your loved ones): Download Solitaire Grand Harvest for free today in the Apple App Store, Google Play, and Amazon! PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS: 5:00 Why Nathan used drugs to cope with reality 21:00 How the birth of Nathan’s son and hid time in jail was an “ahah!” moment in his healing journey 25:41 Tips for recovering from an addiction 32:15 Why Nathan started his own practice 34:50 What is dual diagnosis and why is it important? 38:05 How to help someone recover from an addiction ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: -Get my new brain detox app SWITCH on sale now! Get 50% off a 3 month subscription. Just visit: https://theswitch.app -Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources -Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/ -Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf -Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf -Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf If you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5 review on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you are listening! And don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast with friends and family! I love seeing your posts on social media! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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