Recovery Specialist Erica Spiegelman helps Andy and his daughter Meg talk about why his drinking and shenanigans forced Meg to move out, and how the family of an addict must learn to create healthy, non-negotiable boundaries - even if it hurts.

Note: This episode was recorded before Andy's recent arrest and any alleged, related stories that have been reported to the tabloids.

Our Guest

Erica Spiegelman is an author, addiction and wellness specialist, and motivational speaker who works with individuals, couples, and families on personal growth and overall wellness. Erica provides a holistic approach to helping people overcome their struggles with addictions and dependency and gives them the tools they need to create healthy lives for themselves. Her book, Rewired: A Bold New Approach to Addiction & Recovery, and it's companion workbook, offers a completely new treatment modality focused on how individuals can rewire their brains, change their behavior, and bring about positive change in their lives

Resources

If you are in the United States or Canada and struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, or a crisis of any kind – Text HOME to 741-741, and a Crisis Counselor will respond to you right away – 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Addiction & Meeting Resources

Refuge Recovery

Alcoholics Anonymous 

Narcotics Anonymous

Sex Addicts Anonymous

Credits

Episode Expert: Erica Spiegelman

Produced by Brandi Savitt, Jarred Weisfeld & Andy Dick

Mixed & Mastered by JC Chao at Flavorlab

Music by Aaron Steinberg, Glenn Schloss & Eric Blicker

Engineers Kevin Jarvis & Aaron Steinberg

Recorded at Sonic Boom Room, Venice CA

Artwork by Matt Rockman

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