Philly Wild Child Turned Sober Advocate, From Chaos to Advocacy: Britt Bernard’s Journey in Sobriety & Autism Awareness

Philly Wild Child Turned Sober Advocate, From Chaos to Advocacy: Britt Bernard’s Journey in Sobriety & Autism Awareness

In this episode of Chasing Heroine, host Jeannine Coulter Lindgren interviews Britt Bernard, a member of the Sober Girl Group Chat community. Britt's story is one of transformation, from a turbulent lifestyle marked by addiction to becoming an advocate for sobriety and autism awareness. Raised in Philadelphia by a police officer father, Britt's early experimentation with substances spiraled into years of heavy drinking and drug use.

Her father's profession often shielded her from the consequences of her actions, which included getting kicked out of the Philadelphia Eagles stadium and numerous encounters with law enforcement. However, Britt's life took a significant turn when she decided to confront her addiction and begin her sobriety journey. Now seven years sober, Britt is a testament to the power of recovery. She shares her experiences candidly, discussing the role of therapy and community support in her transformation.

Britt's life took another pivotal turn with the birth of her son, Billy, who was diagnosed with autism. This diagnosis prompted Britt to delve into autism awareness and advocacy, sharing her insights and experiences with others. Britt emphasizes the importance of therapy tailored to individual needs, choosing DIR floor time therapy for Billy, which celebrates his unique personality while providing support. Britt's advocacy extends beyond her family, engaging with the Eagles Autism Foundation and sharing her story on social media.

Throughout the interview, Britt's resilience and eloquence shine through, as she discusses the challenges and triumphs of parenting a child with autism and maintaining sobriety. Her journey underscores the significance of acknowledging addiction as a step towards recovery and highlights the beauty of embracing life's unexpected paths. Jeannine and Britt's conversation is filled with hope, inspiration, and valuable insights, offering listeners a glimpse into the complexities of addiction, recovery, and autism awareness.

Britt's advocacy work continues to impact lives, as she remains a beacon of strength and courage in her community.