Episode #146 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr Laura Petracek and DBT therapyEpisode #146 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr Laura Petracek and DBT therapy
High Truths on Drugs and Addiction
What is DBT, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy? Dialectical, sounds like diabolical - but it is not. Dialectical means opposite. It is a type of behavioral therapy that aims at changing negative thinking and destructive behaviors into positive outcomes. DBT works for substance use disorder and is a great tool to learn at an early age for everyone, even those without an SUD. Laura Petracek, PhD, LCSW is a certified DBT therapist who, as a recovering addict herself, uses her own experiences with recovery and treatment to help others. Dr. Petracek received her Master of Social Work from the Wurzweiler School of Social Work and her PhD in Clinical Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies. She has worked in the field of psychotherapy for more than thirty years, twenty-six of which have been spent as a practicing Clinical Psychologist in California. Dr. Petracek is an LGBTQ+ member and ally. She believes that mental illness can feel like you’re in a freefall because you’ve lost control of your mind but emphasizes that it’s okay not to be okay. She is committed to providing the highest quality psychotherapy services, as a psychologist and author, that honor where individuals are on their personal growth journeys. Dr. Petracek is the author of The Anger Workbook for Women and The DBT Workbook for Alcohol and Drug Addiction.
1:05:59•9 Oct 2023
DBT and Recovery: Dr. Laura Petracek's Journey and Insights
Episode Overview
- Explore the impact of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) on addiction recovery
- Understand the potential of DBT in treating substance use disorder and emotional struggles
- Discover the importance of early education for emotional regulation and the incorporation of DBT skills
- Learn from Dr. Laura Petracek's personal journey and experiences with recovery
“Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional. How do you not suffer? They don't have that chapter. I think pause. I mean, there wasn't really many tools behind that so what are some tools for that not to suffer?”
Ever wondered how therapy can turn negative thoughts into positive actions? This episode of 'High Truths on Drugs and Addiction' brings you a fascinating conversation between Dr. Roneet Lev and Dr. Laura Petracek, a seasoned DBT therapist who knows the recovery journey first-hand. Dr. Petracek, who has spent over three decades in psychotherapy, shares her expertise on Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and its transformative power in addiction recovery.
She explains how DBT isn’t just for those with substance use disorders but can benefit anyone by teaching emotional regulation from an early age. With her unique perspective as both a professional and a recovering addict, Dr. Petracek offers invaluable insights into overcoming emotional struggles. Whether you're seeking to understand more about DBT or looking for effective tools to manage negative thinking, this episode is packed with practical advice and heartfelt stories that will resonate with anyone touched by addiction.
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