In our tenth episode of Straight Talk Recovery, Adam and Raymond talk about a sensitive topic: infidelity in relationships.     The two discuss why this may occur in relationships, the importance of honest and intentional communication and how and if you could move past a situation like this what internal questions you should be asking yourself.     Listen to this exciting episode on infidelity in relationships now! 

In this week’s episode of Straight Talk Recovery, Raymond and Adam have a candid conversation about pornography.     Historically pornography and porn addiction have not been conversed about enough because of the prejudice around the topic, but it’s important to understand like any other addiction this is something that should be spoken about without shame or judgement.    In this episode the duo talks about understanding the motivation behind porn addiction, defining what porn addiction is...

In this episode, Adam and Raymond have a very personal conversation about grief and bereavement and the various stages that people go through during the grieving process. Tune in now to listen to our latest episode on grief and bereavement.

Do you ever feel like you’re moving 100 miles an hour at all times? Do you feel like you don’t know how to enjoy being present?     Well, this episode should help you alleviate some of those feelings.    In this week’s episode of Straight Talk Recovery, Adam and Raymond are joined with special guest Ramond Phipps.     Ramond enlightens us with his extensive knowledge of mindfulness and staying present with your thoughts even the good, the bad and the ugly. Ramond also challenges you to...

Straight Talk Recovery is back with another episode with special guest Nathaniel Israel, M.A., R.P. Clinical Director of Trafalgar’s Virtual Outpatient Program.   Adam and Raymond discuss Trafalgar’s very own virtual intensive outpatient program with Nathaniel, and the preliminary challenges, benefits, and criteria of this program.     Tune in now to learn how virtual treatment is creating accessibility and opportunity for more people to seek the help they truly need. 

In this week’s episode of Straight Talk Recovery, Raymond and Adam discuss a much-anticipated topic: self-compassion. We often hear the saying “We are each our own worst critic” and there is truth in this quote. Many times, we are the hardest on ourselves. We have thoughts of not being good enough or regretting past actions. But the duo explains how important it is to take a step back and be kind to yourself, love and accept who you truly are. Tune in now to listen to the entire conversation...

Raymond and Adam are back with another episode of Straight Talk Recovery where they uncover all the facts about co-dependency. So often we witness individuals struggle with this idea of “letting go” and inevitability, end up sacrificing so much of themselves to meet their partner, friend or even family’s needs. This much-anticipated episode covers many aspects of co-dependency and the struggles that individuals face in co-dependent relationships. Listen now to hear the entire conversation.

In our third episode, Adam and Raymond discuss everything relationship-related. People tend to define relationships as something you share with an intimate partner, but in reality, relationships can also embody as ones you have with family, friends, and colleagues. Adam and Raymond conversate about the various speedbumps that many couples face and how being hyperaware of your actions and emotions can be beneficial to all relationships. Listen now to hear the entire episode on relationships.

In our second episode, Adam and Raymond discuss an important topic—anger. So often people try to figure out ways to deal with anger rather than looking at the source of where that emotion is coming from. The duo dives in to uncover the truth behind anger and how this emotion can manifest deeply into everyday life and relationships. Listen now to hear the entire episode on anger.

In the first episode, Adam and Raymond discuss their experiences in the addictions field and talk about some interesting statistics and facts.