In this episode, Debbie speaks with Kerrie Laughlin, the Clinical Director of a Washington DC area substance abuse treatment facility that helps patients overcome drug and alcohol abuse through a program that incorporates a music-based treatment model of behavioral rehab about the following: substance abuse and mental health, what parents can expect when their child goes into a drug/alcohol treatment facility, different types of treatment available, Recovery Unplugged and their music based behavioral rehab, how parents can support their child who has substance abuse/addiction/mental health challenges, support vs enabling, and warning signs of drug use. Kerrie Laughlin is the Clinical Director at Recovery Unplugged NOVA location in Annandale Virginia. Kerrie brings nearly 20 years of experience in providing mental health and substance use treatment services to a wide range of diagnoses and age groups in clinical, residential, school, and community settings. She obtained a B.A. from Mary Baldwin College in 2005 with majors in both Psychology and Religious Studies as well as a minor in Asian Studies. Kerrie completed an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2014 at South University. Kerrie is a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Provider, and a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor Supervisor in the State of Virginia. She has specialized training in EMDR, DBT, CBT, MET, ABFT, and Play Therapy. Kerrie uses strength-based, individualized, and client-centered approaches to providing trauma-informed care. Kerrie has extensive experience in working with individuals, groups, and families. She has a passionate interest in cultural inclusivity and has been endorsed as a trainer for CBMCS and OWL. Outside of the clinical space, Kerrie enjoys modular building with Lego, off-roading in her Jeep, travel, and outdoor cooking. Kerrie identifies her core values as ethics and inclusivity. These values serve as the thread throughout the fabric of her clinical presence. Kerrie is motivated for human services by watching the spark of awareness arise in clients and supervisees. The host of Finding Peace Beyond the Pain, Debbie Gail Zane, is a Transformational Life Coach, Grief Coach, Relationship and Parent Coach, author of the book Finding Peace and Purpose Amidst the Tears: My Journey of the Love and Loss of My Son through His Mental Illness and Addiction, a single mom of three, and a bereaved parent. She was featured on Fox 5 WTTG DC TV, WUSA 9 Washington DC TV, and WAMV Radio, has been a guest on many podcasts, and was recognized by one of the world's biggest influencers, Tony Robbins, for her journey of turning her pain into purpose by helping parents in the aftermath of losing her 26-year-old son following his nine-year battle with schizoaffective disorder and addiction. With a diverse professional background in coaching, speaking, writing, law, and special needs, Debbie brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her work. Debbie is committed to making a difference in the lives of those who are struggling with a loved one's mental illness and addiction and those who have lost a loved one, reminding them that life is precious and that there is peace beyond the pain. Debbie holds multiple coaching certifications, including Practitioner of Excellence Life Coach, Advanced Relationship Coach, and Parent and Family Coach from the Coaching Institute and Robbins Madanes Training, as well as an LLM Masters of Law and a Juris Doctor. To learn more about Debbie, please visit her website at: https://debbiegailcoaching.com Learn about Debbie's book FINDING PEACE AND PURPOSE AMIDST THE TEARS: My Journey of the Love and Loss of My Son through His Mental Illness and Addiction at: https://www.debbiegailzane.com
