Episode 36 - Interview with Kevin Johnson, Director of Case Management in South Florida

Siblinghood of Recovery

Kevin Johnson was my introduction into Residential Treatment as the Case Manager assigned to me and my son. To say he created an amazing space of healing for both of us, would be an understatement. You can hear his thoughtful approach to navigating tough Family dynamics, born out of a clear ability to relate to so many of the adolescents entering the world of treatment. I am so grateful to have Kevin as one of the many individuals who have walked with me in this Recovery Journey. I do hope you enjoy this Podcast, and it comes from the US Capitol of Recovery, South Florida.
2:10 - The U.S. Capitol of Recovery
2:25 - Sobriety verses Life Sucking
3:30 - Adolescence and choices
4:10 - Warrior Moms and how they view Kevin
5:00 - Kevin's work as Director of Case Management
5:25 - Transitioning Support
8:10 - Feelings in Recovery
9:20 - Connection through Knowing someone as a Person
12:50 - Getting rid of the Noise
13:30 - Family dynamics: which is the toughest?
15:45 - Are you going to Fix my kid?
16:45 - Getting parents to do the work
22:00 - Working the program
23:30 - Kevin gets vulnerable
38:00 - Why continuing the program is worth it
30:00 - The shift: when parents can say, "I've done my work."
35:00 - Self love
36:45 - The reason Kevin does what he does
37:00 - Kevin on being a Dad, and letting go (of the beard!)

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If there is one message I can leave you with, the best you can offer your loved one battling addiction is love and a healthier you.
Walk gently, my friend.