Dr. Cali Estes
Dr. Cali Estes
Ep008: Katie Donovan - A Mother's Addiction Journey
Ep008: Katie Donovan - A Mother's Addiction Journey
Ep008: Katie Donovan - A Mother's Addiction Journey
Friday 29th October 2021
Katie Donovan discusses her transition from marketing to family recovery coaching, offering practical advice and hope for families dealing with addiction.
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39 minutes
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Dr. Cali Estes
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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It is very, very restrictive and I did go to Al-Anon meetings and, to be honest with you personally, I needed more. Our industry, the addiction industry, is so convoluted and we're supposed to work for free and we're supposed to help everybody and we're not supposed to take a paycheck and we're supposed to cure the addict and put them back into the family.
Katie Donovan is not just a high-performing Nationally Certified Family Addictions Coach; she’s a mother who has walked the tumultuous road of addiction with her daughter, Brittany. In this episode of 'Unpause Your Life', hosted by Dr. Cali Estes and Master Coach Jenny Fontana, Katie shares her deeply personal journey and how it transformed her career and life mission. After two decades in marketing, Katie pivoted to focus on family recovery, driven by her own experiences with Brittany's addiction.
She now dedicates her life to guiding families through the maze of substance abuse treatment and recovery. As the Executive Vice President of Families Against Narcotics and a national speaker, Katie’s work is far-reaching and impactful. She emphasizes that while there may not be a one-size-fits-all answer to dealing with addiction, there is a 'best route' for each family.
This episode dives into the nitty-gritty of finding quality treatment options, the importance of self-care for family members, and breaking the stigmas that often surround addiction. Katie’s insights are invaluable for anyone grappling with addiction in their family, offering hope and practical advice. Tune in to hear Katie's story and learn how you can support your loved ones through their recovery journey.