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Father Martin's Ashley Podcasts
Click a link below to listen to or download Father Martin's Ashley’s weekly recovery message. Be sure to come back regularly, because new podcasts are added all the time!
Smoking
- 11/17/11
John Wanner, Ashley Counselor, talks about the dangers of smoking and tips for quitting.
Opiates
- 10/21/11
Kathy Sams, RN, CARN, talks about treating opiate addiction.
Relapse - 10/7/11
Al Grice, Ashley Counselor, discusses the benefits of therapeutic drumming
"What recovery means to me..." 9/1/11, 9/8/11, 9/15/11, 9/22/11, 9/30/11
In honor of September being
National Recovery Month, Alex Denstman Director of Alumni services shares testimonials from Ashley grads, family and friends (Part 1)
Alex continues to share testimonials (Part 2)
Alex continues to share testimonials (Part 3)
Kevin Hourigan, Alumni Relations Coordinator, continues to share testimonials (Part 4)
In the last installment of the Recovery Month series, Kevin continues to share testimonials (Part 5)
Suboxone® - 8/22/11
John Wanner, Ashley Counselor, discusses Suboxone/Subutex® use for detoxification from opiates and treatment of opiate addiction.
Relapse - 8/12/11
Al Grice, Ashley Counselor, discusses relapse warning signs
Effects of Alcohol on Women - 7/22/11, 7/29/11, 8/5/11
Wendy Insalaco, Clinical Supervisor, shares an excerpt from
Happy Hours: Alcohol in a Woman's Life, by Devon Jersild (Part 1)
Wendy Insalaco shares an excerpt from
Happy Hours: Alcohol in a Woman's Life (Part 2)
Wendy Insalaco finishes the series of excerptst from
Happy Hours: Alcohol in a Woman's Life (Part 3)
Meditation - 7/15/11
Donna Chappell walks you through a meditative day at Ashley.
Healthy Relationship with Food- 7/7/11
Barbara Aston, Ashley Counselor, offers tips for planning a healthy dinner on-the-go when attending evening meetings.
Barbara Aston, Ashley Counselor, discusses the importance of maintaining total abstinence from alcohol when cooking.
Barbara Aston, Ashley Counselor, discusses how to manage food cravings throughout recovery.
Barbara Aston, Ashley Counselor, discusses the importance of maintaining a healthy relationship with food throughout recovery.
Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome- 6/29/11
Dr.
Kristine Hitchens, Director of Family Services, discusses the causes, symptoms and ways to manage post acute withdrawal syndrome
Choosing a Therapist- 6/23/11
Dr.
Kristine Hitchens, Director of Family Services, discusses what to look for when choosing a therapist.
Feeling Depressed - 6/14/11
Dr.
Bernadette Solounias, Vice President of Treatment Services, talks about depression and ways to treat a depressed mood.
Anxiety - 6/7/11
Dr. Bernadette Solounias, Vice President of Treatment Services, discusses ways to cope with anxiety and the importance of working a recovery program.
Trauma - 5/31/11
Dr. Peter Musser, Clinical Psychologist, discusses how trauma and addiction can co-occur.
Process Addictions - 5/23/11
David Brumbaugh, Ashley Counselor, talks about process addictions and how they relate to substance abuse and recovery.
Opioids - 5/16/11
Dr. Greg Hobelmann, physician at Ashley, discusses the dangers and risks of opioids.
Music - 5/5/11
Fr. David Carey talks about the music program at Ashley, and how music can be a therapeutic and useful tool in recovery.
Coping - 4/29/11
George Plesniak, Clinical Program Director, discusses how to cope with stress in recovery and different types of coping methods.
Relapse - 4/22/11
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George Plesniak, Clinical Program Director, discusses the relapse process and how to recover.
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Choosing a Treatment Center - 4/15/11
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Lisa Bucklin Williams, Director of Marketing, shares questions to ask and things to look for when choosing the right treatment center for a loved one.
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Family - 3/28/11
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Kristine Hitchens, Director of Family Services, offers tips for family members to work towards recovery.
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Social Events - 12/13/10
Lynn Wickenden, Alumni Coordinator, offers tips and Big Book guidance for attending social events where alcohol may be served.
Women in Recovery - 11/12/10
Lynn Wickenden, Alumni Coordinator, discusses how to work through the challenges that women in early recovery face.
Spirituality - 10/26/10
Kevin Hourgian, Ashley P.S.A., shares ways to work spirituality into your recovery.
A Brand New End - 9/30/10
Victor Puotinen, Ashley staff member and alumnus, talks from the Big Book about how to live one day at a time towards a better tomorrow.
Chalk Talk "Relapse" - 9/7/10
Father Martin talks about the obstacles of sobriety in an excerpt from Chalk Talk, "Relapse."
An excerpt from Father Martin's Chalk Talk, "Relapse."
Continuing Care - 8/31/10
Alex Dentsman, Ashley Continuing Care Counselor, talks about the importance of having a continuing care plan in recovery.
Chalk Talk - 6/25/10, 8/13/10
Father Martin covers Steps 1 & 2 in an excerpt from Chalk Talk, "The Twelve Steps of AA."
An excerpt from Father Martin's Chalk Talk on Prevention about adolescents drinking and peer pressure.
Spirituality - 7/6/10, 7/14/10, 7/21/10, 7/30/10, 8/6/10
Fr. Mark Hushen, CEO and President of Ashley, talks about lives in recovery being a GSI (God's Scene Investigated).
Fr. Mark Hushen, CEO and President of Ashley, discusses decision making and asks "Is It My Will or God's Will?"
Fr. Mark Hushen, CEO and President of Ashley, talks about "God Positioning Soul" (GPS).
Fr. Mark Hushen, CEO and President of Ashley, discusses spiritual physics.
Fr. Mark Hushen, CEO and President of Ashley, discusses the power of fellowship throughout recovery.
Prayer - 5/24/10
Father Mark Hushen, CEO and President of Ashley, discusses the power of prayer throughout recovery.
Love - 5/17/10
Father Mark Hushen, CEO and President of Ashley, discusses "What does love mean?"
Women in Recovery - 5/7/10
Denial - 4/9/10
Medical - 3/29/10
Spirituality - 3/22/10
Father David Carey describes his, and Ashley's, approach to incorporating music in the recovery journey.
Spirituality - 2/8/10, 2/15/10, 2/22/10, 3/15/10
Fr. Mark Hushen, CEO and President of Ashley, discusses forgiveness in recovery.
Fr. Mark Hushen, CEO and President of Ashley, focuses on addiction and spirituality.
Fr. Mark Hushen, CEO and President of Ashley, reflects upon God's healing power for those in recovery.
Fr. Mark Hushen, CEO and President of Ashley, discusses humility.
Big Book- 1/18/10, 1/25/10, 2/1/10
Farlow Blakeslee, Ashley Counselor, gives a series of Big Book Studies (part 3- Step Two).
Farlow Blakeslee, Ashley Counselor, gives a series of Big Book Studies (part 5- Step Four).
Attitude - 1/11/10
Fr. Mark Hushen, CEO and President of Ashley, describes the importance of getting busy living to a fulfilling recovery.
Statistics - 12/14/09
Alex Denstman, Ashley Continuing Care Counselor, shares a positive point of view the frequently-repeated recovery statistics.
Big Book - 12/7/09
Alex Denstman, Ashley Continuing Care Counselor, reflects on Step 12.
Big Book- 11/16/
09
Farlow Blakeslee, Ashley Counselor, gives a series of Big Book Studies (part 2- Step One).
Big Book/12 Steps - 11/2/
09
Jim Stallings, Alumni Relations staff member, shares some pitfalls that may threaten sobriety as well as some tips for successful sober living.
Big Book- 10/26/
09
Farlow Blakeslee, Ashley Counselor, gives a series of Big Book Studies (part 1).
Attitude - 10/19/09
Jim Siegle, Ashley Counselor, discusses why we must embrace diversity in recovery.
Family - 10/12/09
Kristine Hitchens, Director of Family Services, explains what to ask when choosing a counselor.
Recreation and Health - 9/21/09, 10/5/09
Al Grice, Ashley Counselor explains the value of drumming as a therapeutic outlet in recovery.
Al Grice, Ashley Counselor, continues his discussion of therapeutic drumming in recovery.
Family - 9/28/09
Kristine Hitchens, Director of Family Services, discusses enabling.
Attitude - 9/7/09, 9/14/09
Father Carey highlights the importance of choosing to have a positive attitude in recovery.
Father Carey continues his discussion of a positive attitude.
Medical - 8/31/09
Amy Bustillos, Assistant Director of Nursing, highlights the correlation between traumatic experiences and addictions.
Relapse - 8/24/09
Stacy Brumage, Ashley Relapse Counselor, explains the relapse process.
Neurobiology - 7/13/09, 7/20/09, 7/27/09, 8/10/09, 8/17/09
John Wanner, Ashley Counselor, gives part 1 (of 4) of his discussion on the neurobiology of addiction.
John Wanner, Ashley Counselor, gives part 2 (of 4) of his discussion on the neurobiology of addiction.
John Wanner, Ashley Counselor, gives part 3 (of 4) of his discussion on the neurobiology of addiction.
John Wanner, Ashley Counselor, gives part 4 (of 4) of his discussion on the neurobiology of addiction.
John Wanner, Ashley Counselor, describes the progression of addiction.
Recreation and Health - 8/3/09
Nancy Boland, Fitness and Recreation Coordinator, explains the importance of fitness and healthy living in recovery.
Responsibility - 7/9/09
Victor Puotinen, Ashley staff member and alumnus, explores the concept of responsibility in the talk, "I am Responsible."
Big Book - 6/15/09
Medical - 6/8/09
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Dr. Bernadette Solounias, Vice President of Treatment Services, explains anti-craving medicines that support recovery.
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Family - 6/1/09
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Farlow Blakeslee, Ashley Counselor, explains Family Systems Theory and its relevance in addiction.
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Family - 5/25/09
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Kristine Hitchens, Director of Family Services, details ways in which family members can work toward recovery.
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Perception - 5/18/09 |
Christopher Shea explores the concept of perception.
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Big Book- 5/11/ 09 |
Dee Christensen, Director of Alumni Services, discusses the Serenity Prayer, pp. 18-19.
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Spirituality - 3/31/09 |
| Father Mark Hushen, O.S.F.S., President and CEO of Ashley, discusses the importance of gratitude in recovery. |
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