Joanie Sigal
Joanie Sigal
Joanne Peterson - Executive Director of Learn2Cope
Joanne Peterson - Executive Director of Learn2Cope
Joanne Peterson - Executive Director of Learn2Cope
Thursday 22nd October 2020
Joanne Peterson, founder of Learn to Cope, shares her inspiring journey from family addiction struggles to establishing a vital support network.
43 minutes
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Joanie Sigal
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Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Joanne Peterson: Building a Lifeline Through Learn to Cope
I think her organization is phenomenal, because I think that so often when a parent or a child finds out that their loved one is addicted to drugs or alcohol, they don't know what to do, they don't know who to talk to...
Joanne Peterson's life has been deeply intertwined with addiction, but not in the way you might think. As the founder and executive director of Learn to Cope (LTC), Joanne's journey began in her own family, witnessing her siblings struggle with addiction. The stakes became even more personal when her son fell into the grip of opioid addiction.
This episode of 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return' brings you into Joanne's world, where she turned her family's battles into a mission to help others. Learn to Cope, established in 2004, is a peer-led support network that has grown to support over 14,000 members through its chapters in Massachusetts and Florida, as well as an online forum. Joanne discusses the importance of peer support and the evolving landscape of rehab and treatment.
She also touches on the impact of addiction on families and how COVID-19 has affected recovery efforts. Joanne’s story is a testament to the power of community and resilience. If you're looking for inspiration or practical advice on dealing with addiction, this episode is a must-listen.