Overcoming addiction + how to help someone who is struggling with addiction (with LCSW & ex-addict Nathan Padilla)

<p>***Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here &amp; get access to exclusive pre-order bonuses like a workbook, bonus chapters and more: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com/</p> <p>Sign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747</p> <p><br></p> <p>SHOW DESCRIPTION: Yes, addiction can be a scary thing, but true recovery is possible. In this podcast I speak with licensed clinical social worker and therapist &nbsp;<a href="https://www.healthcare4ppl.com/physician/new-mexico/roswell/nathan-padilla-1801129184.html">Nathan Padilla</a> about his own experiences with addiction and mental health, the nature of addiction recovery, how you can help someone overcome an addiction, and more!</p> <p>Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/overcoming-addiction-how-to-help-someone-struggling-with-an-addiction</p> <p><br></p> <p>SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p> <p><strong>Public Goods (My preferred online goods store, which has everything you need, from natural cleaning products and foods to sustainable house goods).&nbsp;</strong>Receive $15&nbsp;off your first Public Goods order with NO MINIMUM purchase.&nbsp;Just go to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.publicgoods.com/">https://www.publicgoods.com</a> and use code&nbsp;DRLEAF&nbsp;at checkout.</p> <p><strong>Solitaire Grand Harvest (A great way to unwind, keep your mind busy and spend quality time with your loved ones)</strong>: Download Solitaire Grand Harvest for free today in the Apple App Store, Google Play, and Amazon!</p> <p><br></p> <p>PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>5:00</strong> Why Nathan used drugs to cope with reality</p> <p><strong>21:00</strong> How the birth of Nathan’s son and hid time in jail was an “ahah!” moment in his healing journey</p> <p><strong>25:41</strong> Tips for recovering from an addiction</p> <p><strong>32:15</strong> Why Nathan started his own practice</p> <p><strong>34:50</strong> What is dual diagnosis and why is it important?</p> <p><strong