Malcolm Choat and Chris Paton
Malcolm Choat and Chris Paton
Jenny's Story
Jenny's Story
Jenny's Story
Wednesday 14th July 2021
Occupational Therapist Jenny shares her dual perspective on recovery, blending clinical insights with personal experience in this inspiring episode.
32 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Compassionate
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Author:
Malcolm Choat and Chris Paton
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Jenny's Journey: Blending Clinical Insight with Personal Experience
At The End Of The Day, if we can't see eye to eye with our clients, we can't imagine where it's at and we can't truly meet them where they are, we will miss an opportunity to connect with them.
What happens when a healthcare professional becomes the patient? In this eye-opening episode of 'Resilience Unfolded: Voices of Recovery', we meet Jenny, an Occupational Therapist who has seen both sides of the recovery process. Jenny's story is unique; she navigates the complex world of recovery not only as a clinician but also as someone who has faced significant health challenges herself. This dual perspective offers a rich tapestry of insights that are both deeply personal and professionally enlightening.
Jenny opens up about the importance of patience and collaboration in the recovery journey. She shares how her experiences as a mother and carer have reshaped her approach to therapy, making her more empathetic and attuned to her clients' needs. Her story is a testament to the power of understanding and connection in overcoming setbacks and unexpected hurdles. For anyone on their own path to recovery or those supporting someone through it, Jenny's narrative provides valuable lessons.
She emphasizes the need for clinicians to truly see their clients, meeting them where they are to foster genuine connections. This episode is not just inspiring; it's a practical guide for both healthcare professionals and individuals navigating their own recovery journeys. Tune in to hear Jenny's heartfelt account and gain a new perspective on what it means to recover and support others in their healing process.