How does addiction uniquely affect the LGBTQIA+ community, and what steps can we take to support healing and resilience? In this insightful episode of Recovery Dialogues and Sober Stories, host Antonio Matta sits down with Daniel Ingersoll, a certified substance use disorder counselor dedicated to helping LGBTQIA+ individuals overcome addiction. Together, they explore the intersection of substance use disorders and the LGBTQIA+ community, delving into the impacts of societal pressures, discrimination, and internalized stigma. Daniel shares evidence-based strategies tailored to meet the unique needs of this community, emphasizing the importance of creating inclusive recovery environments and building resilience through effective coping mechanisms.

Whether you're part of the LGBTQIA+ community, supporting a loved one, or seeking to understand these critical issues, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. Tune in to discover how empathy, understanding, and tailored support can make a profound difference in overcoming addiction within the LGBTQIA+ community.

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