23. A Psychologist's Unconventional Path to Healing and Recovery with Sandi James

In this episode of F**K Being Stuck, psychologist Sandi James shares her personal journey of recovery from addiction, to finding joy and purpose through sports and water-related activities, and challenging the traditional approaches to mental health and recovery.  We dive into topics such as harm reduction, individualized care, and the power of words in healing. As well as discuss the need for a comprehensive approach to treatment and the importance of addressing root causes rather than just symptoms.  Meet Sandi: Sandi James is an Australian registered psychologist with more than 15 years working in mental health, eating disorder, and addiction treatment. Her primary interest is in trauma recovery, with a particular focus on co-occurring presentations including substance use and eating disorders.  In this episode we discuss: Embracing harm reduction by focusing on minimizing harm and promoting safer substance use and behaviors. Working with individuals based on their readiness for recovery and helping them prioritize and improve their lives. Going beyond treating symptoms and addressing the underlying causes of addiction and eating disorders. Considering the whole person and addressing all aspects of their well-being, including diet, exercise, and mental health. Visit the Show Notes: https://drsabrinanichole.com/episode23 Resources: Brain Tap Free Webinar: 5 Steps to Mastering Chronic Pain Connect with Sandi: Instagram @surfing_diving_psychologist & @sandi_in_the_world Website - www.sandijames.com.au Connect with Dr. Sabrina Nichole: Follow on Instagram @drsabrinanichole Website - drsabrinanichole.com Follow on Facebook - Sabrina Crouch Learn more about the F**k Being Stuck Masterclass Free Webinar: 5 Steps to Mastering Chronic Pain Custom Music by Takenya Battle Follow on Instagram @kenyakeys Mentioned in this episode:Anatomy of Abundance BookGet your copy of Anatomy of Abundance using the link below & scroll down to claim some free bonus gifts from the authors! https://go.patrinawisdom.com/abundance