RFTA Recovery Podcast
by Rise From The Ashes Recovery
We're not here to put on a facade and do some generic recovery show. Recovery is more than motivational stories and bumper sticker slogans. RFTA Recovery is here to have real and honest conversations about addiction/mental health recovery with clinical professionals, business owners, artists, entrepreneurs, coaches, and individuals from all walks of life who have actually done it. These conversations aren't always pretty or full of sunshine and rainbows...neither is addiction/alcoholism. Real recovery that transforms lives requires honest discussions.
Episodes
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Ep. 13 - Stephanie D. | Women, Helping Women Get Sober
Stephanie D. is the Executive Director and Co-Founder of SunCounty Wellness, an all-women's mental health and addiction treatment center in South Orange County. Having a personal history with addiction recovery, Stephanie shares her story and how it helped shape a passion for assisting women...
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Ep. 12- Danna L | "Im the Common Denominator"
Danna shares her 4.5-year sober journey from 30+ years of meth and heroin addiction. Danna discusses how she came to realization that she was the common denominator in her addiction, coped with auditory hallucinations 2 years into her sobriety, how sobriety allowed her to pursue her passion in...
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Ep. 11 - Veronica C. | Sobriety In a Small Town
Veronica “Ronnie” C. shares her 15-year journey from meth addiction to sober self-love in Tehachapi’s small-town shadows. Ronnie discusses how she shaped her recovery through a combination of therapy, faith, and community, as well as overcoming stigma and domestic violence. Not everyone's…
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Ep. 10 - Kevin C | Chaos to Clarity
Kevin C. shares his 8-year journey from addiction chaos, to sober clarity. From rock bottom to a life-changing fourth step, he explores 12-step, Refuge Recovery, and rediscovering purpose. Get raw insights on trauma, self-forgiveness, and staying sober.
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Ep. 9 - Glenn G. | Nodding Out, To Cracking Up
In this hilarious episode, Glenn Ginish shares his experience going from being a heroin addict nodding out in Boston, to being a stand-up comic with 7.5 years sober. This episode explores; - Going to California for Treatment - Impact of 12-Step Programs short/long term - Correlations between the...
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Ep. 8 - Vegas G. | Shameless to Sober
Vegas opens up about his 7-year sobriety journey from heroin/meth addiction. Growing up in a chaotic ‘Shameless’-like environment, Vegas battled addiction for 16 years—hitting rock bottom with all the bells and whistles; overdoses, a 5-car pileup, getting arrested on an airplane after screaming...
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Ep. 7 - Trevor W. | Sober in the Rave Scene
If you hang out at a barbershop, you're going to get a haircut. Translation: if you frequent places where drugs and alcohol are the central focus, it's only a matter of time before you get loaded. Generally, a good rule of thumb. However, there are nuances and that's what this podcast is about....
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Ep. 6 - Matt B., LMFT | Therapists vs Counselors in Addiction Treatment
Dive into the raw and real world of addiction recovery with Rise From the Ashes Recovery as we welcome Matthew Beck, LMFT—a licensed therapist with nearly 11 years sober who's passion in sobriety is supervising clinicians in substance abuse treatment. This episode breaks down the crucial…
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Ep. 5- Alexa H., APCC | Clawing Free: Alexa’s Eating Disorder Recovery
Alexa clawed her own skin at her lowest point battling an eating disorder. With organs failing and shame consuming her, shes now a therapist. Alexa shares how self-compassion and faith broke the grip of this process addiction. Alexa's Therapy IG: @dutherapy
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Ep. 4 - Erik S. | Fake Cash, Real Pain
Erik shares his journey from counterfeiting cash to fuel a heroin addiction to finding real healing. We dive into the hidden battles beneath addiction, disconnection, identity collapse, and the long road back to freedom. If you want to learn more about Erik's work, check out...
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Ep. 3- Brian D | An Unfortunate Reality of Addiction
In this episode, Brian Doyle shares his personal journey through addiction and recovery, discussing the realities of substance abuse, the challenges of maintaining sobriety, and the importance of seeking help and support. He emphasizes that recovery is not guaranteed and that many struggle even...
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Ep. 2- Rene Q. | Using Rehab to Avoid Sobriety
Summary This conversation delves into the complex journey of addiction recovery, highlighting the cyclical nature of treatment and the challenges faced by individuals like Renee, who has experienced multiple incarcerations and treatment stints. The discussion emphasizes the importance of personal...
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Ep. 1 | The Most Important, or Pointless Episode
This episode serves as an introduction to the podcast, diction andriety and professional experience in various treatment settings. The conversation explores the misconceptions surrounding recovery, the role of social media in shaping narratives, and the necessity of personal growth and...
About this show
We're not here to put on a facade and do some generic recovery show. Recovery is more than motivational stories and bumper sticker slogans. RFTA Recovery is here to have real and honest conversations about addiction/mental health recovery with clinical professionals, business owners, artists, entrepreneurs, coaches, and individuals from all walks of life who have actually done it. These conversations aren't always pretty or full of sunshine and rainbows...neither is addiction/alcoholism. Real recovery that transforms lives requires honest discussions.
Hosted by
Rise From The Ashes Recovery