Prevention, Recovery & Therapy at the Dojo? | Episode 075 with Josh Danaher

In this episode, Jake White interviews John Danaher, a counselor and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, about the connection between counseling, substance abuse prevention and recovery, and Jiu-Jitsu. Josh shares his personal journey of overcoming alcohol addiction and how he discovered the benefits of Jiu-Jitsu in his recovery process. He explains how Jiu-Jitsu is an immersive experience that engages the mind, body, and emotions, and how it can be used as a therapeutic tool. John also discusses his company, Leverage Counseling, which aims to integrate Jiu-Jitsu and counseling to provide a holistic approach to healing and personal growth.Chapters00:00 The Connection between Jiu-Jitsu and Counseling05:01 Trauma-Informed Therapy and EMDR09:35 Building Leverage Counseling15:44 The Power of EMDR Therapy17:58 Applying Jujitsu Principles20:58 Talking to Yourself 10 Years Ago24:25 Teaching and Confidence Building26:36 Idol Worship and Enjoyment32:30 Confidence Building in Jujitsu32:58 Proclivity to Shortcuts33:57 The Pleasure and Pain of Substance Use36:04 Getting Connected on Different LevelsLinks from the episodeLeverage Counseling - https://leveragecounseling.com/ Christian Counseling Services of Arizona - https://christiancounselingservicesaz.com/Joshua Danaher LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-danaher-ms-lac-5171b93a/TakeawaysJiu-Jitsu can be an effective tool in substance abuse prevention and recovery due to its immersive nature that engages the mind, body, and emotions.EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a trauma-informed therapy that focuses on memory reconsolidation and can be used in conjunction with Jiu-Jitsu to address traumatic experiences.The use of crutches or coping mechanisms is not inherently negative; it is important to choose healthy and fulfilling crutches that support personal growth and well-being.Integrating different learning styles, such as physical, emotional, and intellectual, can enhance the effectiveness of drug prevention programs.Building a sense of community and providing opportunities for individuals to connect with positive activities and relationships can be instrumental in preventing substance abuse and promoting personal growth.For feedback, questions and new episode [email protected]/vive18_