In this episode, your host, KL Wells, shares a personal story about witnessing her son's arrest, highlighting the emotional challenges families face when a loved one is incarcerated. She introduces Kelly Misfeldt, a social worker and clinical substance abuse counselor from the Wisconsin Department of Corrections. Kelly discusses her role in overseeing treatment programs for adults in correctional facilities and offers insights into navigating the judicial and correctional systems. Emphasizing empathy and understanding, she provides practical advice for families dealing with addiction and incarceration, stressing the importance of support, self-care, and the potential for positive change within the system.

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