Welcome, Sober on Purpose family! This episode continues our Teen Series with a remarkable guest, Andrew Lavander. A renowned Mental Health advocate, Andrew Levander has spent over 25 years helping thousands of people from all walks of life, including celebrities, athletes, and politicians. He is the recipient of the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health Service Innovations Festival Award. Andrew has appeared on platforms such as the Oprah Winfrey Show, Dr. Phil, and more, discussing topics like mental health, addiction, resilience, holistic healing, and parenting.

He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, specializing in Complex Trauma, Neurophysiology & Addiction, Addiction, Identity & Grief, and supporting male survivors of sexual abuse. Featured in Time Magazine, Women’s World, and NBC News, Andrew brings expertise, experience, and heart to every conversation.

Join us for a deep dive into:

🔑 The importance of identifying and discussing family values early.

🔑 How to balance drawing children closer without overwhelming them.

🔑 The role of vulnerability, patience, and safety in fostering open family communication.

🔑 Why family problems require family solutions—and how parents play a pivotal role in healing.

🔑 The transformative power of co-creating family values to raise grounded, thriving adults.

🔑 Strategies for approaching tough conversations with teens about substance use and experimentation.

Andrew shares personal stories, professional wisdom, and actionable tips to help parents navigate the challenging dynamics of adolescence, addiction, and family relationships. This is a must-listen for anyone looking to strengthen their family foundation through shared values and open, honest dialogue.

🎧 Tune in and learn how to create a family environment where healing and growth flourish!

Connect with Andrew Levander:

Website: The Encino Recovery & Detox Center - https://theencinodetoxcenter.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/encinodetoxcenter

Are you a Christian woman loving someone who’s battling addiction?

The holidays can be especially tough when addiction adds to the weight of the season.

The stress,

The emotional drain,

The family pressures—all of it can feel overwhelming. 🌊

This holiday season, join with us and step into the woman God created you to be—a safe haven for your family, empowered to love with resilience and purpose.

Join us to regain your strength, nurture resilience, and discover lasting peace. Together, we’ll make it possible through the Grace and Recovery Program. Click here: https://www.tanyagioia.com/graceandrecovery

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Are you caught in the chaos of addiction, constantly cleaning up emotional, spiritual, and physical messes that aren't yours? Welcome to Faith Over Addiction, where faith meets real life. Hosted by Family Recovery Coach Tanya Gioia, this podcast is designed to offer Christian women hope, healing, and practical tools to navigate the challenges of loving someone with addiction.

Through biblical truths, heartfelt stories, and actionable guidance, you’ll learn how to set healthy boundaries, find peace in the mess, and reclaim your God-given identity. You don’t have to carry what was never meant to be yours. It’s time to shift from “this is happening to me” to “this is happening for me,” and let God transform the chaos into something that glorifies Him.

Every week, I’m here to encourage you, offer clarity, and remind you that as a daughter of the King, You Always Have Other Options (YAHOO). Together, we’ll embrace faith as the foundation, boundaries as the bridge to healing, and God’s truth as the ultimate guide to freedom, strength, and grace.

Blessings,

Tanya Gioia 🌸

🎵 Music Credit:

Track: Luz Solart

Artist: Luna Cantina

Album: Luz Solart

Released: 2024