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Doc Jacques: Your Addiction Lifeguard

Dr. Jacques de Broekert
Addiction
Mental Health
Recovery
Addiction Recovery
Therapy
Trauma
Sobriety
Rehabilitation
Alcoholism
Perspective Change
Forgiveness
Prodigal Son
Alcohol
Childhood Trauma
Coping Mechanisms
Parent-Child Relationship
Family Dynamics
Accountability
Twelve Steps
Cannabis

Doc Jacques Your Addiction Lifeguard" podcast is like your friendly chat with a seasoned therapist, Dr. Jacques de Broekert, who's all about helping folks navigate the choppy waters of addiction and mental health.

Join Doc Jacques on a journey through real talk about addiction, therapy, and mental wellness. Each episode is like sitting down with a good friend who happens to be an expert in addicti... more

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 Ever quit your drug of choice and realize it was the only tool in the box? Feelings you haven't met in years are fully caffeinated and ready to rumble. Doc Jacques breaks down real coping skills to replace the ones that were slowly... more

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 Getting sober was supposed to fix everything, right? The family reunites, the credits roll, everybody hugs. Yeah, well — nobody told your wife, your kids, or your brother who hasn't called since Thanksgiving. Turns out recovery doe... more

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 Congratulations — you stopped using. Now what? Turns out sobriety is just the opening act, and Doc Jacques has some news about the rest of the show. The good news: peace is real and you can get there. The bad news: you actually hav... more

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In this episode of Doc Jacques: Your Addiction Lifeguard, we talk about why stopping drugs or alcohol is only the beginning of recovery. I break down why the 12 Steps matter early in sobriety, why people resist the work, and how add... more

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Ashlea Dillard
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Dr. Jacques de Broekert
Host and licensed psychologist and addiction specialist guiding addiction recovery conversations; clinician with a focus on trauma-informed care and family dynamics.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
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    Needs more topic discipline

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Coping With Burnout
Q: Where should a first responder start if they're struggling with trauma and burnout?
Don't wait; start with available supports like peer support at work, then explore online resources or reach out to a trusted professional or someone like Ashlea who can connect you with available help.
What Is It Really Like Going To Rehab?
Q: Did you think you were cured when you got out?
I didn't even really realize why I went.
What Is It Really Like Going To Rehab?
Q: Did you want to go?
No, I was pushed by my parents and a psychiatrist to go.
What Is It Really Like Going To Rehab?
Q: What did you think the purpose of rehab was the first time you went?
I thought it was to get my head straight before going to college.

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