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Sicily Owings -I Work at a Methadone Clinic
Sicily Owings -I Work at a Methadone Clinic
Sicily Owings -I Work at a Methadone Clinic
Thursday 27th September 2018
Hear Sicily Owings' powerful story from addiction to advocacy, highlighting trauma, recovery, and the impact of medication-assisted treatment.
8 minutes
Empowering
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Sicily Owings: From Addiction to Advocacy at a Methadone Clinic
I want them to know that somebody sees them and somebody cares about them and somebody believes in them.
What happens when someone who's been through the wringer of addiction turns their life around to help others? Meet Sicily Owings, a counselor at a methadone clinic who knows firsthand the tangled web of trauma and addiction. In this episode, Sicily opens up about her journey from teenage marijuana use to battling a severe methamphetamine addiction in her twenties. She faced legal troubles and incarceration but found a lifeline in medication-assisted treatment.
Now, she’s on the other side, offering support to those walking a similar path. Sicily’s story doesn’t just shine a light on the struggles of addiction; it also highlights the stigma that often surrounds medication-assisted treatment. Despite societal judgments, she stands firm in her belief that this form of treatment can be a game-changer for many.
Whether you're someone grappling with addiction, supporting a loved one, or simply curious about the complexities of recovery, Sicily’s narrative offers a compelling look at how hope and resilience can pave the way to a brighter future.