Overcoming Trauma and Addiction: Suze Doucette's Inspiring Journey
Episode Overview
Suze Doucette shares her journey from addiction to becoming a trauma counsellor. The episode explores the connection between PTSD, ADHD, and addiction. Suze discusses the importance of mental health diagnoses in recovery. Practical advice on self-care, emotional regulation, and breathwork. Insights into parenting through trauma and breaking the cycle of addiction.
I was using to not feel anything. And if I died, I didn't care
In this episode of Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk., Suze Doucette, a trauma counsellor from British Columbia, shares her journey through addiction, PTSD, ADHD, and recovery. Suze opens up about her struggles with substance use starting from a young age and how it led to homelessness and crime. Her candid recounting of these dark times provides a raw and authentic look into the life of someone battling addiction and mental health issues.
Suze's story takes a turn as she discovers the importance of mental health diagnoses and begins her path to recovery with the help of a trauma counsellor. She discusses how understanding her ADHD and PTSD helped her break free from the cycle of addiction and become a better parent. The episode also delves into the connection between trauma and addiction, shedding light on how these experiences are intertwined.
Suze's transformation from a struggling addict to a thriving counsellor is both inspiring and hopeful. The conversation touches on the importance of self-care, emotional regulation, and the role of breathwork in managing trauma. Suze's insights into parenting through trauma and her experiences with her own children provide valuable lessons for anyone dealing with similar challenges. By sharing her story, Suze aims to help others understand that recovery is possible, no matter how difficult the journey may seem.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and practical advice on overcoming addiction and trauma.