The Recoverist is an inspiring podcast dedicated to sharing powerful stories of addiction and recovery. Launched in 2025, the podcast aims to tackle stigma by opening up conversations about addiction, mental health, and the many pathways to recovery. Through candid discussions, we highlight the resilience of individuals and the wide range of support available for those on their journey to recovery.
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The Recoverist is an inspiring podcast dedicated to sharing powerful stories of addiction and recovery. Launched in 2025, the podcast aims to tackle stigma by opening up conversations about addiction, mental health, and the many pathways to recovery. Through candid discussions, we highlight the resilience of individuals and the wide range of support available for those on their journey to recovery.
How do over-the-counter medications become a problem & how to get help? A Key Worker’s thoughts
The Recoverist
53 minutes 32 seconds
7 months ago
How do over-the-counter medications become a problem & how to get help? A Key Worker’s thoughts
Dan is joined by Pete, a Senior Practitioner at Wirral Ways. Pete talks about his own recovery journey and what led him into his current role working with individuals who are misusing Over the Counter Medication and Prescription Medications. Pete talks about the innovative project that he’s leading on as well as language changes they’ve implemented to try and tackle some of the stigma associated with asking for help.
Guests: Pete – Wirral Ways Over The Counter & Prescribed Medications Senior Practitioner and individual with Lived ExperienceThemes: Lived Experience, Benzos, Alcohol, Z-Drugs, OTC Medication, Prescribed Medication, Recovery, Innovative Work, 12 Step Programmes, Recovery Services, Personal Story
Show notes:More information on NA: https://online.ukna.org/
The Recoverist
The Recoverist is an inspiring podcast dedicated to sharing powerful stories of addiction and recovery. Launched in 2025, the podcast aims to tackle stigma by opening up conversations about addiction, mental health, and the many pathways to recovery. Through candid discussions, we highlight the resilience of individuals and the wide range of support available for those on their journey to recovery.
