Ep 53 - Quitting alcohol is embarking on a transformative journey. It requires more than just a desire to change and requires navigating the stages of change and creating a pathway to lasting transformation.

In this episode, you'll hear from Dr. David Jenkins, a returning guest and an experienced clinical psychologist with over 30 years in the field. Dr. Jenkins has dedicated his career to understanding how individuals change, especially those dealing with addictions. His expertise helps us explore the trans-theoretical model of change, a process that is essential in guiding those ready to alter their relationship with alcohol.

Here’s what you can expect:

Stages Explained: From pre-contemplation to preparation, understand where you are in your change journey.

Real-Life Case Studies: Hear about others who have navigated these waters, providing relatable and actionable insights.

Tools for Change: Discover practical strategies like the importance confidence ruler to aid your decision-making process.

Timestamp Summary
0:00 Understanding Stages of Change in Quitting Alcohol
5:00 Understanding the Trans Theoretical Model of Change
14:00 Understanding Denial and Pre-Contemplation in Behavior Change
18:00 Stages of Change and Personal Responsibility in Transformation
30:00 Preparing for New Experiences Like Horseback Riding
32:00 Preparing for Change: Commitment, Planning, and Self-Reflection

Referenced Materials -

DiClemente, C. C. (2018). Addiction and change: How addictions develop and addicted people recover (2nd ed.). Guilford Publications. ISBN-13: 978-1462533237 and the link for Amazon is https://amzn.to/4jg8Fua

Miller, W., & Rollnick, S. (2013). Motivational interviewing: Helping people change (3rd ed.). New York, NY: Guilford. ISBN: 860-1401252917 and the link for Amazon is https://amzn.to/3XOccHU

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sb1W2YMZU85Tii9f7S2OI4mYf-nP3vMG/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XwyDvKyrDq0KmWB1TdTHkSY2evnIx21s/view?usp=sharing

Rose Ann's new book "Prepare to Quit" is a concise read designed to assist in the contemplation stage of quitting alcohol. It aims to guide readers through the decision-making process, helping them weigh the costs and benefits of change. It's available now https://choosefreedom.today/prepare-to-quit/

This week's guest, Dr. Jenkins, is Professor of Psychology and Clinical Director of the Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology program in the Department of Psychology at Liberty University. He previously served as Professor of Counseling in the Department of Counselor Education and Family Studies. He has served as Clinical Director of the International Board of Christian Counselors of the American Association of Christian Counselors and is on the Executive Board of the Society for Christian Psychology. Dr. Jenkins also served on the Executive Draft Committee for the 2014 and 2022 updates to the AACC’s Code of Ethics for Christian Counselors.

With over 30 years of clinical experience, Dr. Jenkins specializes in the integration of Christian faith and clinical practice. He has worked extensively with addictive, mood, and anxiety disorders in the context of individual, marital, group, and family therapy. Dr. Jenkins has provided education, consultation, supervision, and training for a variety of churches, ministries, and professionals. He is also an author and speaker at conferences, seminars, and retreats.