Healing Together: Family Support in Addiction Recovery

In this heartfelt and insightful episode, Dr. Raymond Pomm, renowned psychiatrist and addiction medicine specialist, and Rico Bodin, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Master’s level Certified Addiction Professional, sit down with Gretchen, a student intern, to explore the essential role of family support in substance abuse treatment.Together, they dive into Gretchen’s journey into the field, what inspired her to work with families impacted by addiction, and the profound impact this work can have on the recovery process. From rebuilding trust and setting healthy boundaries to navigating enabling behaviors and co-dependency, Gretchen shares real-world challenges and the therapeutic strategies she uses to support healing. The conversation also unpacks common misconceptions families hold about addiction, the importance of involving loved ones in treatment, and how trauma and the opioid crisis have shaped therapeutic approaches. With warmth and wisdom, Gretchen offers guidance for families just beginning this journey—and reflections on what resilience, love, and long-term healing look like. Whether you’re a professional in the field, a family member seeking support, or simply curious about the power of family-based care, this episode offers hope, clarity, and practical tools for navigating recovery together.Tune in and join the conversation. Healing doesn’t happen alone—it happens in community.