🌈 Welcome to "Have a Seat" – the podcast that dives deep into addiction, mental health, and the unique experiences of the LGBTQ+ community. Hosted by Manny Rodriguez, a veteran in LGBTQ+ advocacy, we explore topics that matter: from minority stress to family rejection, trauma, and navigating recovery.

In this episode, Manny breaks down what makes LGBTQ+ addiction different with 6 powerful insights. Learn how societal pressures, community-specific challenges, and healthcare discrimination shape addiction within our community—and how affirming, culturally competent care can make all the difference.

If you're an LGBTQ+ individual, a mental health professional, or an ally, this podcast is for you. 💡 Subscribe for expert advice, real stories, and resources to support recovery and wellness.

📞 Need help? Call La Fuente Hollywood Treatment Center at 323.464.2947—because you’re not alone.

🎁 6 Reasons Why Choosing an LGBTQ+ Treatment Center Matters" link: https://youtu.be/GmFAKASpRBE

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La Fuente Clinical Director Rory Hunter, LMFT and Manny Rodriguez discuss how sex positivity has helped many queer people feel proud of who they are and how they love. However, when this open embrace of sex mixes with drug use — especially crystal meth — that same freedom can become risky for people in recovery.

Some may trade one addiction for another, replacing drugs with compulsive sex. This podcast explores how queer communities can remain sex-positive while also creating safer, more supportive paths to healing.

View Part One of SEX METH and The Dangers of Cross Addiction: https://youtu.be/aUqyfttwW1A

Success vs Failure in LGBTQ Drug Rehab: https://youtu.be/IbkZ7GHLdME

In this episode of Have A Seat, we explore the complex intersection of chemsex, sex positivity, cross addiction, and recovery in the LGBTQ+ community. La Fuente Hollywood Treatment Center Clinical Director-Rory Hunter, LMFT delves into the addictive nature of chemsex and its impact on mental health, while highlighting the importance of embracing sex positivity to reduce stigma and promote healthier relationships with intimacy. Whether you’re new to recovery, a gay man navigating this journey, a concerned parent, or a therapist seeking insights, this discussion offers actionable strategies for fostering safer and more supportive recovery environments. Join us for a conversation that balances compassion, lived experience, and data-driven advocacy.

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"Drag Race star Jason De Puy aka Salina EsTitties opens up about the struggles behind their success, including losing his mom to cancer, a partner’s relapse, and rebuilding after personal and professional turmoil. Discover how they overcame it all to reclaim their identity, health, and purpose—and how therapy and self-reflection were key to their inspiring transformation. Perfect for those seeking strength in recovery, LGBTQ support, and fans of Drag Race."

"Drag Race star Jason De Puy aka Salina EsTitties opens up about the struggles behind their success, including losing their mom to cancer, a partner’s relapse, and rebuilding after personal and professional turmoil. Discover how they overcame it all to reclaim their identity, health, and purpose—and how therapy and self-reflection were key to their inspiring transformation. Perfect for those seeking strength in recovery, LGBTQ support, and fans of Drag Race." #drugaddictionrecovery #rupaulsdragrace #soberlife

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Discover the inspiring recovery journey of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 15 alum Jason De Puy, aka Salina EsTitties, who hit rock bottom with drugs and alcohol before getting sober at just 21. In this powerful HAVE A SEAT interview manny Rodriguez Jason opens up about his path to sobriety, proving that recovery is possible at any age with hard work, determination, and a commitment to service. Whether you’re a fan of Drag Race, part of the LGBTQ+ recovery community, or a mental health professional, this story is a must-watch testament to resilience and transformation. #DragRace #Recovery #lgbtq

Discover the inspiring recovery journey of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 15 alum Jason De Puy, aka Salina EsTitties, who hit rock bottom with drugs and alcohol before getting sober at just 21. In this powerful interview, Jason opens up about his path to sobriety, proving that recovery is possible at any age with hard work, determination, and a commitment to service. Whether you're a fan of Drag Race, part of the LGBTQ+ recovery community, or a mental health professional, this story is a must-watch testament to resilience and transformation. #DragRace #Recovery #lgbtq

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Understanding drug use in the Gay LGBTQ+ community involves challenging stereotypes and examining the diverse realities of substance use within this population. In this video, we explore the data on drugs of choice among LGBTQ+ individuals, dispelling the myth that methamphetamine dominates across the board. While 53% of clients in our program struggle with crystal meth use, alcohol use represents a significant 27%, and 4% deal with opiate addiction. These insights highlight the need for stigma-free, inclusive treatment approaches that address the unique challenges of queer individuals, including those navigating chemsex-related issues or less common substance dependencies. Join us as we discuss the power of unified treatment models that foster healing and understanding for all.

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see full episode here: https://youtu.be/IbkZ7GHLdME?si=0WSbWdwNiK6Def2A

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