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Love Over Addiction
When we love someone suffering from addiction, the truth is that only we know how bad things really are. And when we start to seek a team of professionals, be it therapists, mediators, lawyers, or whomever, we must find the right fit. Because we love...
14:24•9 Jun 2019
Trusting Your Gut: Finding the Right Professionals in Addiction Support
“There are experts, authority figures, lawyers, therapists, and decision makers out there that don't get what we're going through. They're judging us off of people that have not been in our shoes.”
When it comes to loving someone with an addiction, finding the right professional support can be a real challenge. In this episode of 'Love Over Addiction', Michelle Anderson dives into her personal journey of navigating through therapists, lawyers, and other professionals who just didn't get it. Michelle shares a candid story about firing her first lawyer because she wasn't respectful or understanding of the unique struggles faced by those who love someone battling addiction.
This episode is a treasure trove of advice on trusting your intuition when selecting your support team. Michelle emphasizes the importance of setting your own goals and priorities to maintain your well-being. She encourages listeners to challenge professional advice if it doesn't resonate and to seek out experts who truly understand the complexities of addiction.
If you're feeling worn out from trying to help a loved one with addiction, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tips on finding the right support. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion that reminds you that your intuition is a powerful tool in this journey.
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