P2R Episode 5 | Faith-Based Recovery: Pastor Carlos Rivera on Long-Term Treatment & Breaking Addiction

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Pastor Carlos Rivera, Executive Director of New Life For Adults and Youth in Richmond, Virginia. With over 38 years of experience in faith-based addiction recovery, Pastor Carlos shares his own journey from addiction to purpose and how his program has transformed over 25,000 lives since 1971.We discuss:The power of long-term residential treatment (9-12 months vs. 30-day programs)How faith integrates with evidence-based clinical practicesThe challenges of treating fentanyl and synthetic drug addictionWhy families are often part of the problem AND the solutionVocational training and workforce development for sustainable recoveryThe truth about enabling vs. tough loveBreaking free from guilt and manipulation in family dynamicsPastor Carlos runs a holistic program that addresses spiritual, mental, AND physical health - including fitness training, job placement (100% employment rate!), and family counseling. Their program accepts Medicaid and helps people from all backgrounds recover completely drug-free.This is a must-listen for anyone struggling with addiction, families seeking help for loved ones, or professionals in the recovery field.New Life For Adults and Youth: https://www.newlife.center/