Odyssey House Journals

Odyssey House Journals

Odyssey House Journals

  • 212 Odyssey House Journals - Daniel Peterson

212 Odyssey House Journals - Daniel Peterson

Friday 19th September 2025

Daniel Peterson shares insights on trauma-informed care and teen recovery with hosts Randall Carlisle and Nicole Slack.
30 minutes
Informative
Inspiring
Compassionate
Hopeful
Engaging

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Trauma-Informed Care: Changing Perspectives in Teen Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Untreated trauma often leads teens to substance use or self-harm.
  • Trauma-informed care changes how situations are perceived and handled.
  • Understanding the 'why' behind behaviour helps avoid shaming.
  • Consistency and kindness are key in handling challenging situations.
  • Professional boundaries are a way to show love and respect.
"Alcohol, drugs, whatever, it wasn't my problem. It was the answer to my problem, right? Until it became the problem."
How do different strategies aid in addiction recovery? Join Randall Carlisle and Nicole Slack as they chat with Daniel Peterson, a programme director for an adolescent residential treatment facility. Daniel shares his insights on the staggering trauma history of teens and how untreated trauma often leads to substance use or self-harm. With a calm and compassionate approach, he discusses the importance of trauma-informed care, likening it to wearing sunglasses that change how you see everything.
He explains how understanding the 'why' behind a teen's behaviour without shaming them can lead to better outcomes. Daniel also shares anecdotes about handling challenging situations with kindness and consistency, providing a glimpse into the daily realities of working with troubled youth. The episode explores the balance between setting boundaries and showing compassion, emphasising that professional boundaries are a form of love and respect.
Daniel's personal recovery journey adds depth to the discussion, illustrating how overcoming personal challenges can inspire others. If you're curious about how trauma-informed care can transform lives or looking for hope in the darkest times, this episode offers valuable perspectives. Tune in for an engaging conversation that sheds light on the complexities of addiction and recovery.
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