A Way Through

006 - Where Family Meets Recovery


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Welcome to A Way Through, a podcast brought to you by Archway Academy! The purpose of this podcast is to remind you that though you may not see it now, something different is possible; Recovery is possible!

**The views and opinions expressed by our guests are those of the individual and do not necessarily reflect those of Archway Academy. Any content provided by our student co-host(s) or guests are of their opinion and are not intended to reflect the philosophy and policies of Archway Academy itself. Nor is it intended to malign any recovery method, religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything.

This week, Sasha Coles, LMFT, LPC, is joined by former Archway Academy student, Clifton, and his mother, Ann. Clifton is one of the “OG” students at Archway as he began his Recovery Journey in 2006. Recovering from substance use, Clifton shares what it was like being a teenager battling addiction and how recovery has completely changed his life around. Ann also shares the importance of not giving up on her son and why she has always supported Clifton through his Recovery Journey.

A Way Through invites you to join in on the conversation and hear stories of triumph, self-discovery, and healing. Be sure to subscribe to A Way Through to stay updated on each new episode and leave a review of the show!

Topics Discussed:

  • Misconceptions behind Addiction and Recovery
  • What it’s really like to battle addiction as a family vs. individually
  • The importance of sharing healing and restoration as a family
  • Overcoming pain and isolation and seeking connection and vulnerability
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          About Archway Academy:

          Welcome to A Way Through, brought to you by Archway Academy, "Where Education Meets Recovery."

          Archway is a sober high school located in the sunny heart of Houston, Texas. We meet the individual educational needs of teens recovering from Substance Use Disorder with care, compassion, respect, and rigor.

          Archway is the largest recovery high school in the nation. We are here to remind you that though you may not see it now, something different IS POSSIBLE - This is a Way Through.

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