Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
231: The Role of Family in Addiction Treatment with Dr. Brooke Keels
231: The Role of Family in Addiction Treatment with Dr. Brooke Keels
231: The Role of Family in Addiction Treatment with Dr. Brooke Keels
Monday 1st May 2023
Explore family therapy's role in addiction recovery with Dr. Brooke Keels, emphasizing the importance of individual work for systemic health.
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Author:
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Overview:
Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Recovery from Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Family therapy is crucial in addiction recovery.
- Each family member must do individual work.
- Systems perspective enhances treatment effectiveness.
- Positive change is achievable despite past failures.
- Building rapport is key to successful therapy.
Nothing makes me happier, I think, than talking about this, so thank you for doing that with me.
In this episode of the Addicted Mind Podcast, host Duane Osterlind welcomes Dr. Brooke Keels to discuss the essential role of family therapy in addiction recovery. Dr. Keels, who holds a PhD in marriage and family therapy, shares her insights from over 15 years of experience in the recovery industry, emphasizing the importance of addressing addiction from a systems perspective. Dr.
Keels highlights that while it is common to focus on the individual struggling with addiction, the entire family system often needs attention for effective recovery. She explains that each family member must engage in their own individual work to contribute to the health of the whole system. By doing so, families can move towards a more harmonious and thriving environment. The conversation delves into the importance of building rapport with families before therapy begins, a practice that Dr.
Keels and her team at Lighthouse Recovery Texas excel in. This approach allows for a deeper understanding of family dynamics and fosters a more supportive therapeutic environment. Dr. Keels shares inspiring stories of families who have endured multiple failed treatment attempts but eventually found hope and positive change through dedicated work and therapy. She stresses the significance of maintaining hope and seeing light at the end of the tunnel, even in challenging situations.
Listeners are encouraged to review and rate the podcast, helping others discover these valuable discussions. For more information on the Addicted Mind Podcast and updates, followers can connect via Instagram. This episode is a compelling reminder of the power of family systems therapy in addiction recovery, offering valuable insights for anyone navigating these complex dynamics.