In this episode, sit down with Dr. Raymond Pomm , Dr. Alicia Lubana and Rico Bodin, LMHC to explore the critical questions around before, during and after treatment for parents and guardians when discussing adolescents substance abuse and moving towards treatment.

Together, we break down the personal, family, and systemic barriers that keep teens from accessing substance use and behavioral health services. From stigma and fear of punishment to family conflict, financial challenges, and gaps in the system, Dr. Pomm and Dr. Lubana share their expert perspectives on how these obstacles show up in real life — and, more importantly, how families, schools, and communities can help teens overcome them.

Listeners gain practical strategies to build trust, improve communication, and advocate for adolescent treatment options. Whether you’re a parent, counselor, teacher, or just someone who cares about youth behavioral health, this conversation will leave you feeling more informed and empowered to support the next generation in recovery.

Join Dr. Raymond Pomm and Rico Bodin as they sit down with Dr. Alysha Lubana, a provider working within adolescent behavioral health, for an insightful conversation about the unique challenges facing teens today. Together, they explore the complex relationship between adolescent development, risky behaviors, and substance use — shedding light on the warning signs families and professionals should watch for, effective intervention strategies, and the critical role of early support.

Whether you’re a parent, medical provider, or mental health professional, this episode offers practical guidance and fresh perspectives to help navigate one of the most pressing issues in youth behavioral health today.

In this heartfelt and insightful episode, Dr. Raymond Pomm, renowned psychiatrist and addiction medicine specialist, and Rico Bodin, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Master’s level Certified Addiction Professional, sit down with Gretchen, a student intern, to explore the essential role of family support in substance abuse treatment.

Together, they dive into Gretchen’s journey into the field, what inspired her to work with families impacted by addiction, and the profound impact this work can have on the recovery process. From rebuilding trust and setting healthy boundaries to navigating enabling behaviors and co-dependency, Gretchen shares real-world challenges and the therapeutic strategies she uses to support healing.

The conversation also unpacks common misconceptions families hold about addiction, the importance of involving loved ones in treatment, and how trauma and the opioid crisis have shaped therapeutic approaches. With warmth and wisdom, Gretchen offers guidance for families just beginning this journey—and reflections on what resilience, love, and long-term healing look like.

Whether you’re a professional in the field, a family member seeking support, or simply curious about the power of family-based care, this episode offers hope, clarity, and practical tools for navigating recovery together.

Tune in and join the conversation. Healing doesn’t happen alone—it happens in community.