Joanie Sigal
Joanie Sigal
Allie Severino - Saving Lives on the Front Lines
Allie Severino - Saving Lives on the Front Lines
Allie Severino - Saving Lives on the Front Lines
Thursday 26th March 2020
Allie Severino discusses her journey from addiction to advocacy, highlighting the importance of breaking down stigma and increasing access to care.
53 minutes
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Joanie Sigal
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Allie Severino: Battling Addiction Stigma and Advocating for Change
I have seen people come out of the deepest, darkest places, and they are incredible. They're so strong, and they have so much to offer. They just need somebody to believe in them.
What does it take to turn personal battles with addiction into a mission to help others? Allie Severino knows firsthand. In this episode of 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return', host Joanie Sigal sits down with Allie, who has dedicated over a decade to fighting the stigma surrounding substance use disorders and advocating for better access to care. Allie’s journey through addiction and recovery has shaped her into a relentless advocate for change.
She regularly engages with schools, drug courts, judges, teachers, parents, and individuals struggling with addiction, spreading her message of hope and resilience. Allie believes that everyone deserves a chance at recovery, and her work focuses on creating healthier communities by breaking down barriers and increasing support for those in need. Throughout the episode, Allie shares her personal experiences with addiction and the challenges she faced along the way.
She discusses the evolving landscape of rehab and highlights alternative treatment approaches that are proving effective. Education and prevention are key themes in her advocacy, and she emphasizes the power of community support in the recovery process. Allie’s story is one of strength and determination. Her dedication to helping others navigate their own journeys through addiction is truly inspiring.
Tune in to hear how Allie Severino is making a real difference in the lives of countless individuals and families affected by substance use disorders.