Episode 46 - Katrina Discusses Relapse
Episode 46 - Katrina Discusses Relapse

Recovery Is Possible

We do not have to relapse, but if we do, we can learn many lessons. Katrina discusses what she did. This episode is sponsored by FHE Health. Find out more at fhehealth.com.

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35:19•25 Feb 2021

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Recovery Is Possible

Michael Van Meter

Michael has seen first-hand the devastating effects of addiction on the public, his profession, and himself. Michael began his career as a helicopter pilot in the U.S. Navy. After eight years, he became a Corrections Officer, Washington DC Police Officer, and then FBI Agent. In 2010, Michael became an instructor at the FBI Academy. In 2013, he created a course titled “Leading At-Risk Employees” geared toward Police Executives to help them understand alcoholism, prescription drug abuse, PTSD, suicide, and domestic violence as it relates to policies and procedures for their agencies worldwide. In 2019, Michael retired from the FBI but his passion for helping others continued. In August 2022, he graduated with a Master’s in Addiction Counseling: Integrated Recovery for Co-Occurring Disorders from the Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School of Addiction Studies. He currently works full-time as a Behavioral Health Therapist at a large nonprofit hospital. Pulling from his personal and professional experience, Michael shares his thoughts on this sensitive, complex, and controversial subject.

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Katrina's Relapse: Lessons in Recovery and Resilience

“I had quit taking my anti-abuse, and it sounds really kind of weird, but it's actually kind of like I planned to relapse, even though I really didn't plan to relapse, if that makes sense.”

How do you bounce back after a relapse? Katrina opens up about her own journey in this episode of 'Recovery Is Possible', sharing candidly about the lessons she learned along the way. Hosted by Michael Van Meter, the discussion dives deep into the challenges of addiction recovery, emphasizing the importance of staying vigilant and spiritually fit.

Katrina reveals how quitting her anti-abuse medication led her down a path she hadn't intended to take, feeling as if she had subconsciously planned her relapse. The conversation also sheds light on the crucial role of support from loved ones and peer support programs like Shatterproof, which offer specialized help for law enforcement and fire rescue communities. Through Katrina's story, listeners will gain valuable insights into maintaining honesty with oneself and the significance of spiritual well-being in the recovery process.

Tune in for an authentic and insightful conversation that underscores the resilience needed to overcome addiction.

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