Making An Addict

Making An Addict

By D.J. BurrSociety & Culture
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Making An Addict episodes

  • Diana: "I'm not valuable enough to take care of. I need to look outward when I need to feel good." S1E9
    In this week's episode, D.J. talks with Diana about what it was like growing up in a house with five other siblings; addiction being present in her life from an early age; and, what happened when she began to use alcohol and food to numb all the difficult emotions, that she never knew she could talk about. Diana also shares about her work as a suicide prevention advocate, which took her to the White House to speak on the national level. Listen Now!
    Hosted by D.J. Burr, psychotherapist and author of I Just Wanted Love: Recovery of a Codependent, Sex and Love Addict and host of the podcast Journey On: Men Healing from Sexual Abuse & Assault.
    www.djburr.com
    Music
    Like Music (cdk Mix) by cdk (c) copyright 2015 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Share-Alike  (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/cdk/48915 Ft: Phasenwandler
    The Stars Look Different (Ziggy Stardust Mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2016 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/52765 Ft: stefsax and Dimitri Artemenko
    34 min
  • "Sign me up for rehab!" S1E7
    In this week's episode, DJ talks with his best friend, Randal, whom he met in the 12-step rooms. Randal's story is unique. He was suffering with depression, substance dependence and signed himself into rehab only to learn he wasn't an "addict" in the traditional sense. Listen as Randal talks about how ancient Eastern philosophy, religion, and psychology helped him understand his "unhealthy attachment" to people, places, and things. Is he really an addict in disguise? Listen NOW!
    Hosted by D.J. Burr, psychotherapist and author of I Just Wanted Love: Recovery of a Codependent, Sex and Love Addict and host of the podcast Journey On: Men Healing from Sexual Abuse & Assault.
    Music
    Like Music (cdk Mix) by cdk (c) copyright 2015 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Share-Alike  (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/cdk/48915 Ft: Phasenwandler
    Drops of H2O ( The Filtered Water Treatment ) by J.Lang (c) copyright 2012 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/djlang59/37792 Ft: Airtone
    www.djburr.com
    37 min
  • Dr. Brummbaugh on "arrested development" and working with the fact that "80% of people who suffer from addiction have suffered from trauma." S1E8
    In this week's episode, D.J. talks with Dr. Kay Brumbaugh, a licensed psychologist practicing in Humble, Texas. Dr. Brumbaugh shares her experience of working with adult clients suffering from various addictions. You will learn today that it's a complicated process to help clients put down all their armor and begin the recovery process. For those afflicted by the disease of addiction, the addiction has been a source of comfort and support - but it can kill them. Hear D.J. and Dr. Brumbaugh talk in depth about the work that is required for the addict who is still suffering. Learn more about Dr. Brumbaugh at her website. 
    Hosted by D.J. Burr, psychotherapist and author of I Just Wanted Love: Recovery of a Codependent, Sex and Love Addict and host of the podcast Journey On: Men Healing from Sexual Abuse & Assault.
    Music
    Like Music (cdk Mix) by cdk (c) copyright 2015 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Share-Alike  (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/cdk/48915 Ft: Phasenwandler
    Drops of H2O ( The Filtered Water Treatment ) by J.Lang (c) copyright 2012 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/djlang59/37792 Ft: Airtone
    www.djburr.com
    38 min
  • Lisa Duez on helping addicts who want help, but don't know how to get it; what it looks like to treat co-occuring disorders(mental health diagnosis/substance abuse). - S1E6
    In this week's episode, D.J. talks with fellow therapist, Lisa Duez, of Virginia Beach, Virginia. Lisa works with children and adults in her private practice. She works primarily with women in recovery. D.J. and Lisa talk about the consequences of addiction on families; clients who present due to legal system involvement; and how to educate teens about substance use and abuse. As a therapist, we sometimes just want to tell people to "Stop," but we can't force people to stop addictive behaviors. Listen as Lisa and D.J. talk about what it means for them to be providers and holding space for clients who have to hit bottom before recovery can begin. "If nothing changes, nothing changes." - Courtney C. Stevens
    Contact: Lisa - Instagram; Facebook; Website
    Hosted by D.J. Burr, psychotherapist and author of I Just Wanted Love: Recovery of a Codependent, Sex and Love Addict and host of the podcast Journey On: Men Healing from Sexual Abuse & Assault.
    Music
    Like Music (cdk Mix) by cdk (c) copyright 2015 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Share-Alike  (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/cdk/48915 Ft: Phasenwandler
    www.djburr.com
    36 min
  • Dak Wasson on the short cuts we take to numb difficult emotions. - S1E5
    In this week's episode, D.J. talks with his colleague, Dak Wasson of MacPherson Pacific Counseling in Seattle, WA. Dak is a chemical dependency professional and sex addiction therapist. Dak talks candidly about being a "mess" in active addiction from drugs, alcohol, and other behaviors. He got so drunk he agreed to inpatient treatment, which saved his life and helped him get to the place in his life where he is now eleven years sober and helping others walk the path of recovery. 
    Hosted by D.J. Burr, psychotherapist and author of I Just Wanted Love: Recovery of a Codependent, Sex and Love Addict and host of the podcast Journey On: Men Healing from Sexual Abuse & Assault.
    Music
    Like Music (cdk Mix) by cdk (c) copyright 2015 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Share-Alike  (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/cdk/48915 Ft: Phasenwandler
    www.djburr.com
    48 min
  • "I was living on frozen yogurt" because of meth use. Now she is a well-respected addiction therapist! - S1E4
    In this week's episode, D.J. talks with his good friend and colleague, Anne. Anne is a chemical dependency professional and licensed mental health counselor. Anne shares her deeply personal account of growing up in a dysfunctional family system and finding hard drugs to numb the deep emotional pain. Anne describes what it was like to live a "double life" - a star athlete and a drug abuser - while clinging on for dear life.  Anne's story is moving and inspiring. Hear her experience, strength, and hope today.  
    Hosted by D.J. Burr, psychotherapist and author of I Just Wanted Love: Recovery of a Codependent, Sex and Love Addict and host of the podcast Journey On: Men Healing from Sexual Abuse & Assault.
    Music
    Like Music (cdk Mix) by cdk (c) copyright 2015 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Share-Alike  (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/cdk/48915 Ft: Phasenwandler
    www.djburr.com
    57 min
  • Forest Benedict on Life After Lust - S1E3
    In this third episode of Making an Addict, D.J. talks with Forest Benedict, sexual addiction therapist and author of Life After Lust: Stories and Strategies for Sex & Pornography Addiction Recovery. Forest highlights his own recovery journey of surviving living in a home with an alcoholic father and early exposure to pornography. Forest now helps other men fighting the disease of sexual addiction. You can learn more about Forest at www.forestbenedict.com 
    Hosted by D.J. Burr, psychotherapist and author of I Just Wanted Love: Recovery of a Codependent, Sex and Love Addict and host of the podcast Journey On: Men Healing from Sexual Abuse & Assault.
    Music
    Like Music (cdk Mix) by cdk (c) copyright 2015 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Share-Alike  (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/cdk/48915 Ft: Phasenwandler
    www.djburr.com
    37 min
  • Childhood trauma as a catalyst for any addiction -S1E2
    In this episode, D.J. talks with Becca about her experience as an addict in recovery. She shares openly about her struggles with food, compulsive spending and debting. Becca relates her addictive behaviors to early childhood trauma including molestation and her father dying. 
    Hosted by D.J. Burr, psychotherapist and author of I Just Wanted Love: Recovery of a Codependent, Sex and Love Addict and host of the podcast Journey On: Men Healing from Sexual Abuse & Assault.
    Music
    Like Music (cdk Mix) by cdk (c) copyright 2015 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Share-Alike  (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/cdk/48915 Ft: Phasenwandler
    www.djburr.com
    49 min
  • Steven C. on "It's A Selfish Program" and codependence as the root of all addictions -S1E1
    In the premiere episode of Making an Addict, D.J. talks with Steven C., author of It's A Selfish Program: Experience, Strength and Hope for Recovering Addicts and Amends, Apologies and the Myths of Forgiveness: A Guide to the Eighth and Ninth Steps, shares his thoughts and opinions on what makes an addict. Steven talks candidly about his use of drugs, alcohol, and sex to numb difficult feelings from his childhood. Steven also gives us a great working definition of codependency as the root of all addictions. 
    Hosted by D.J. Burr, psychotherapist and author of I Just Wanted Love: Recovery of a Codependent, Sex and Love Addict and host of the podcast Journey On: Men Healing from Sexual Abuse & Assault.
    Music
    Like Music (cdk Mix) by cdk (c) copyright 2015 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Share-Alike  (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/cdk/48915 Ft: Phasenwandler
    www.djburr.com
    54 min
  • Making An Addict - Trailer
    Trailer for the new podcast, Making an Addict, exploring what makes someone an addict. Listen to recovering addicts, their family members, and treatment providers all provide their thoughts and opinions on the subject. 
    Hosted by D.J. Burr, psychotherapist, author, and addict in long-term recovery. Learn more at djburr.com
     
    Music 
    The Stars Look Different (Ziggy Stardust Mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2016 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/52765 Ft: stefsax and Dimitri Artemenko
    4 min

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Making An Addict - Professionals and recovering addicts discuss addiction and recovery.