Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Episode 355: Overcoming Addiction: Dr. Scott Teitelbaum's Journey of Resilience and Redemption
Episode 355: Overcoming Addiction: Dr. Scott Teitelbaum's Journey of Resilience and Redemption
Episode 355: Overcoming Addiction: Dr. Scott Teitelbaum's Journey of Resilience and Redemption
Monday 13th October 2025
Explore Dr. Scott Teitelbaum's journey from addiction to becoming a leader in addiction medicine on The Addicted Mind Podcast.
35 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Informative
Honest
Transformative
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Duane Osterlind, LMFT
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Recovery from Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Dr. Teitelbaum's journey from paediatrician to addiction medicine leader.
- Importance of embracing vulnerability and teachability in recovery.
- Impact of denial and the need for honest self-reflection.
- Creating a supportive environment is crucial for recovery success.
- The role of family and personal loss in sparking change.
"As long as there's breath, there's hope."
Witness the remarkable journey of Dr. Scott Teitelbaum, whose life took a dramatic turn from a promising career in paediatrics to battling addictions that threatened everything he held dear. This episode of The Addicted Mind Podcast takes you through Scott's fall from grace and his inspiring rise as a leader in addiction medicine. Scott's candid reflections on his struggles with marijuana, alcohol, cocaine, and gambling paint a vivid picture of the challenges he faced.
His story is not just about loss, but about the redemption and resilience that came after hitting rock bottom. As Scott shares his experiences, you'll learn about the pivotal moments that led to his transformation, including the loss of his medical license and the dissolution of his marriage. These events became the catalysts for a new path in addiction medicine and child psychiatry. Dr. Teitelbaum's journey is a testament to the power of vulnerability and teachability in recovery.
His insights into denial and the necessity of embracing help offer invaluable lessons for anyone facing similar battles. The episode also highlights the importance of creating a supportive environment for recovery, as Scott discusses his work at the Florida Recovery Center. His dedication to helping others mirrors the support he received during his darkest times.
So, if you're curious about how individuals turn their lives around after addiction or seeking inspiration from real-life stories of recovery, this episode is a must-listen. Remember, as long as there's breath, there's hope.