Tom Conrad
Tom Conrad
212 - Building rapport: Why its so important for us and our clients, with Destiny
212 - Building rapport: Why its so important for us and our clients, with Destiny
212 - Building rapport: Why its so important for us and our clients, with Destiny
Sunday 21st August 2022
Explore the importance of building rapport in addiction recovery with insights from Destiny Ferguson on Real Recovery Talk.
21 minutes
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Author:
Tom Conrad
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Building Bridges: The Power of Rapport in Addiction Recovery
Coming in here and learning that you've got people that are willing to stand up and support you- is super important, and I want especially- our clients- to know that that's what we're here for.
Ever wondered why trust is so crucial in addiction recovery? In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, host Tom Conrad sits down with client advocate Destiny Ferguson to unpack the importance of building rapport with clients right from the start. Destiny, drawing from her own experiences with addiction and recovery, emphasizes that many clients enter treatment feeling isolated and distrustful. Establishing a connection early on can be the game-changer they need.
Destiny dives into practical strategies for creating trust and support, stressing that being open, honest, and genuinely listening can make all the difference. She also touches on the delicate balance between support and enabling, highlighting how enabling behaviors can actually hinder recovery by preventing clients from taking responsibility for their own journey. Families and loved ones play a pivotal role too. Destiny discusses how setting healthy boundaries and encouraging ownership of the recovery process can transform them into powerful allies.
This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone looking to support themselves or a loved one through addiction recovery. It's a heartfelt conversation that sheds light on the human side of treatment, offering hope and practical advice for building a healthier, more fulfilling life. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about the process, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and a message of hope.
Tune in to learn how trust, support, and genuine connection can pave the way to lasting recovery.