I Love Being Sober

How A Mental Reset Can Lead To Inner Peace

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful episode of I Love Being Sober, we dive into the reality of mental health, pressure, and personal transformation in today's fast-paced...

How Family Interventions Lead To Lasting Recovery

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of I Love Being Sober, Tim Westbrook sits down with Drew Engbring, co-founder of Reflection Family Interventions, to break down why mo...

RFK Jr. Was A Prosecutor Hiding This For Years

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful live episode of I Love Being Sober, Tim Westbrook sits down with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. at Camelback Recovery for a deeply personal an...

Why You Do Not Have A Broken Brain

07 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most people in recovery assume they have a broken brain, and it hinders them from getting better. But it is not the case. Every person in recovery alw...

Self-Love: Moving From Not Enough To Worthiness

31 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a little different, and it might be exactly what you need. Instead of just talking about addiction recovery, self-love, and healing. W...

Recovery, Stress, and Heart Health: Building a Lifestyle That Heals

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Achieving Real Recovery Through Faith

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful live conversation recorded at Camelback Recovery, Tim Westbrook sits down with Dr. Don Middleton to explore the intersection of faith...

How The Human Voice Can Heal Yourself

10 Mar 2026

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In this powerful episode of I Love Being Sober, Tim Westbrook sits down with award-winning singer/songwriter, vocal coach, and woman in recovery Shyla...

Why Rehab Isn't What You Think It Is

24 Feb 2026

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In this episode of I Love Being Sober, Tim Westbrook sits down in person with Jaime Vinck, President of The Meadows Behavioral Healthcare, to have an ...

Soothing The Nervous System Through Music

24 Feb 2026

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In this episode of I Love Being Sober, Tim Westbrook sits down with Grammy Award–winning composer and sound healing pioneer Barry Goldstein to explo...

Achieving Success Without Self-Destruction

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tim Westbrook sits down with entrepreneur and CEO Tommy Mello, founder of A1 Garage Door Service, who shares what it really takes to build a high-grow...

Let Go Of Alcohol And Avoid Breast Cancer

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of I Love Being Sober, Tim Westbrook sits down with Kathryn Elliott, alcohol mindset coach, speaker, and founder of The Alcohol Mindse...

Achieving A Purposeful Life Of Sobriety

03 Feb 2026

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In this episode of I Love Being Sober, Tim Westbrook sits down with Estil Wallace, founder of Cornerstone Healing Center, for an honest, live conversa...

Heal Addiction Through Connection And Communication

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Addiction is typically addressed in a harsh and imposing manner, and compassion is often thrown out of the window. Heather Ross, a family recovery coa...

Why Anxiety Is Not Your Enemy With Dr. Nicole Cain

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Anxiety will always be a part of the roller coaster of life. However, suppressing it will only lead to frequent panic attacks and a more emotionally u...

If You're New To Recovery, Watch This Before Choosing A Provider With Dr. Ravi Chandiramani

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Choosing a medical provider in recovery can be a life-and-death decision, and for those newly sober, an uninformed choice could create a dangerous pat...

How To Love Yourself Again After Addiction

30 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Addiction may bring you to your rock bottom, but it does not mean jumping back is impossible. Learn how to find your path to recovery and love yoursel...

Validating Your Struggle: The Objective Science That Destroys Stigma In Data-Driven Addiction Recovery With Dr. Evelyn Higgins

23 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The era of saying "you got yourself here, now get yourself out" is over—the true future of data-driven addiction recovery is paved with objective sc...

Someone Saved Me… Now It's My Turn

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you turn 35 years of absorbed pain and rage into peace? It all starts with the radical act of healing from shame and complex trauma. Tim Westbr...

Martha McSally: No One's Coming To Save You, Take Back Your Power & Find Purpose

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Deep personal healing requires facing the self with as much courage as one faces the world. Former US Senator and trailblazing military leader Martha ...

Healing The Brain Through TMS

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You must know the right type of depression that a person is going through to provide them with appropriate treatments – but not with TMS. Tim Westbr...

Ketamine Therapy: The Door That Brought Me Back To Life

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ketamine therapy has become a turning point for many who once believed change was impossible—and for Chad McLean, it opened the door that changed ev...

Removing Everything That Isn't You: A Journey Back To Yourself

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Embracing your most authentic version is not about adding things to yourself, but instead removing everything that is not you. Through healing and min...

Turning Tragedy Into Purpose Through Collegiate Recovery

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Collegiate recovery is more than a program—it's a lifeline for students trying to rebuild their lives while pursuing their education. Angela O'Malle...

From Rock Bottom To Quota Crusher: Sobriety, Sales, Survival

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sobriety does not only free you from your addictions – it can also level up your entrepreneurship approach. Tim Westbrook is joined by Narelle Gorma...

How To Achieve Healing At All Levels

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Healing is more than just treating your wounds or feeling better. By going beyond surface-level fixes, you also address your biggest internal sufferin...

Experiencing Healing Through YouTube

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

An Inspiring Journey Of A Recovery Leader

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The recovery journey is not just about yourself, but also about making ripples to change other people's lives for the better. Tim Westbrook sits down ...

Taking Care Of Your Gut Health

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Everything begins and ends with your gut health, from your daily mood to the body's ability to heal itself. Tim Westbrook explores this interesting to...

What True Recovery Looks Like—Beyond Sobriety With Dave Riccio

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Recovery isn't just about sobriety—it's about rebuilding identity, regulating the nervous system, and learning how to live with radical honesty. Aut...

Beyond Meds: How TMS Is Rewiring Brains And Transforming Lives With Dr. Robert Westerman

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) the revolutionary mental health treatment you've been hearing about, or just another fad? Dr. Robert Wester...

Beyond Tough Love: Christopher Doyle's Radical Intervention Strategies That Actually Work

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Personalized parent coaching and effective intervention strategies offer a vital lifeline for families grappling with addiction, paving the way for ho...

Reimagining Mental Health Care: How Psychiatric NPs Are Driving Innovation And Change With Dr. Lindsay Hill

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Psychiatric nurse practitioners are revolutionizing mental health care from the inside out—and Dr. Lindsay Hill is at the forefront of this movement...

Eliminating Your Workaholic Self With Barry Garapedian

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Because society glorifies the grind so much, many people find themselves embracing and normalizing a workaholic lifestyle. Although this means more pr...

The Impact Of Healing Journeys With Pardis Mahdavi, PhD

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Going out to travel is not only about leisure and excitement, but also about expanding oneself by visiting places outside your comfort zone. Author an...

How Sobriety Transformed His Life and Performance

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A life transformed through sobriety—today's guest has not only overcome addiction but has turned his journey into a mission to help others. As a TED...

Optimizing Performance and Sobriety with Dr. Douglas Brackmann and Steve Distante

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I'm joined by two amazing guests: Dr. Douglas Brackmann and Steve Distante. Dr. Brackmann is a psychologist, meditation expert and author who works wi...

Building New Beginnings: Matt Waltz on Entrepreneurship and Embracing Sobriety

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For most, success is built by hard work and smart decisions, but for Matt Waltz it's been a journey of self discovery, resilience and transformation. ...

Revolutionizing Mental Health: Exploring TMS and Beyond

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I'm honored to have Dr. Richard Bermudez, the National Medical Director at Brainsway, joining us. Dr. Bermudez is a pioneer in transcranial magnetic s...

Breaking Through: How Deep TMS Transforms Mental Health and Addiction Recovery

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I'm so excited to welcome Ross Mitchell, the Vice President of Global Marketing at BrainsWay, to the show today! Ross is leading the charge in healthc...

Rewiring the Brain: How Deep TMS and Ketamine Are Revolutionizing Mental Health and Addiction Recovery

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered how brain science is influencing mental health treatment? In today's episode, I speak with Dr. Colleen Hanlon, the Vice Preside...

Healing Through Hidden Trauma: A Personal Journey To Transformation

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Terra Holbrook is the founder of TerraVista Retreats in Idaho, a unique healing space dedicated to helping individuals recover from trauma, addiction,...

Struggling with Despair: The hard road to finding happiness

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"You will believe without a doubt, you will achieve what others doubt." That is a quote from my guest today, Tony Grebmeier. Tony built up a multimill...

When should you give up and stage an intervention for your loved one?

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I'm happy to introduce you to Amy Moore, a beacon of hope and transformation in the world of addiction recovery. Amy's personal journey from struggle ...

Breaking Barriers: Exploring Psychedelics and the New Frontiers of Recovery

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I have a deeply moving and inspirational story to share with you. My guest, Todd Belfer, has been on a remarkable journey of transformation and healin...

Unlocking Wellness: Dr. Rao's Path to Mastery and Recovery

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I have the immense pleasure of welcoming Dr. Srikumar Rao to the show today. Dr. Rao is a distinguished coach, speaker, and author who collaborates wi...

From Rock Bottom to Rescue: Zach Skow's Journey of Sobriety and Salvation Through Paws

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I'm honored to host a truly remarkable guest, Zach Skow, whose life story and work exemplify the transformative power of sobriety and compassion. Zac...

The Power of Purposeful Aging: Nourishing Body, Mind, and Community with JJ Virgin

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I'm thrilled to welcome a true powerhouse in the world of nutrition and fitness. She is a triple-board certified nutrition expert and a member of the ...

Redefining Recovery: Inside The Sanctuary at Sedona with Dean Taraborelli

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I'm excited to have Dean Taraborelli with us. He's the innovative mind behind the Sanctuary at Sedona, where he has developed a groundbreaking method ...

The Gift of Continued Relapse with Cole Chance

26 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we explore the inspiring journey of Cole Chance. Her transformation from the depths of addiction into a beacon of hope in the recovery world is...

How To Help Yourself And Others Transform Beyond Addiction With Deanne Adamson

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I'm delighted to introduce Deanne Adamson, founder of Being True to You, a groundbreaking program transforming addiction recovery. Deanne combines her...

Understanding Porn Addiction with Jeremy Lipkowitz

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There's a growing body of research that suggests porn addiction is on the rise. Jeremy Lipkowitz, a former porn addict, now dedicates his life to help...

Avoiding Mineral Deficiency

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered if your vitamins are working or not? My guest today has the answers. Barton Scott is a biochemist, inventor, and founder of Upg...

Stigma, Shame, and Secrecy

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I'm excited to continue my chat with Mary Tilson. Just yesterday, I was on her show, and we discovered we have so much in common. In 2013, Mary overca...

Removing Invisible Armor With Ash Butterss

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Isn't it time we remove the stigma around mental health, trauma, and addiction? That's the mission of my guest Ash Butterss, a holistic transformation...

Respect: What does it mean and what does it feel like?

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Domitrz has been a featured expert on shows like "Dateline NBC" and frequently quoted in renowned publications like the Wall Street Journal. He i...

Sobriety Is A Journey With Pete Sousa

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Pete Sousa is the  host of the The Payoff with Pete podcast. A podcast for anyone who is working on or thinking about getting sober. He also calls ga...

Sober Friends

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Matt Jerr, host of the Sober Friends Podcast is here to talk about his experience and strength on his sober journey. We dive into when he realized he ...

The Larry Arnold Approach: A Deep Dive into Active Recovery

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I'm thrilled to chat with Larry Arnold, a 2-time national champion with the Nebraska football team and a dedicated health and wellness coach. Larry is...

Peter Meyerhoff: A Story of Redemption and Drive

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Peter Myerhoff AKA Chappy Once lost in the grips of hard drugs during his teenage years, Peter Meyerhoff's choices led him down a path of car thefts, ...

Intentional Recovery with Paul Krauss

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I'm excited to dive into Intentional Recovery with Paul Krauss MA LPC. Paul is the driving force behind Health for Life Counseling in Grand Rapids, al...

Addiction and Recovery

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I'm here with someone who's in recovery. I'm super excited for the show, because we're going to talk about her journey. My guest is Alejandra Gastelum...

Humility Around Your Darkness with Jordan Bokser

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I'm thrilled to be joined by Jordan Bokser, and we're set to delve into the intriguing topic of embracing our inner shadows with humility. Jordan's jo...

Why Trauma is Your Biology Not Your Psychology with Dr. Aimie Apigian

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Aimie Apigian is here. She's an expert in understanding how life's experiences leave imprints on our body. Dr. Aimie has distinguished herself in ...

Plant Medicine Journey Leads to Relapse with Dr. Doug Brackmann

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Doug Brackmann is here to share his remarkable story of long-term sobriety, a psychedelic journey, and an unexpected relapse after 36 years. Doug ...

Permanent Alcohol and Life Recovery with David Essel

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I'm here with David Essel, M.S., O.M. He's a 13-time number one best-selling author. David is also a counselor, executive coach, international speaker...

Average Sucks with Michael Bernoff

24 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Bernoff is here. In addition to having long-term sobriety, Michael is the President and Founder of the Human Communications Institute, a leade...

How To Swim Your Way Out Of A Bottle With Ben Tuff

03 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I'm happy to be speaking with Ben Tuff. Ben grew up splitting his time between Atlanta, GA and Jamestown, RI. He attended Colby College where he met h...

ADD and Addiction with Dr. Ned Hallowell

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I'm so happy to speak with Dr. Nick Hallowell, a renowned board-certified child, and adult psychiatrist and the world's leading expert on ADHD. He gra...

My Child Is An Addict With Jeff Hays

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Hays is an award-winning filmmaker, author, and television producer with a career spanning over three decades. He gained national attention with ...

Artist Power: What is it and how was it developed?

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you remember what you wanted to be or do as a kid? You know, the thing that just might reveal your true authentic self and where your creative powe...

The New State of Brain Regeneration

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Greg Eckel is a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine. He began his career focusing on the overmedication of children, but after his wife, Sarieah passe...

Building a foundation of health for lifelong happiness

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Troy Casey is a leading longevity authority, author, life coach, and healer. He is known as The Certified Health Nut because he has scoured the Earth ...

Integrating Psychedelics into Traditional Medical Practices

27 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kathryn Walker is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She...

Nine pillars of Health and Hydration with Tracy Duhs

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tracy Duhs is here today. She is a hydration expert who believes that optimal health is a fundamental right for all humanity, not just a privilege for...

Addiction and Mental illness can take hold of anyone but it DOES NOT have to define who you are

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Megan Racer is our Business Development Representative at Camelback Recovery. She also has quite a story. She's been sober for almost four years now, ...

Why Medication Assisted Treatment Is Necessary For Some

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Taran Goodballet is here to talk about Medication Assisted Treatment or MAT. Taran has a PharmD or Doctorate of Pharmacy. She is a licensed pharmacist...

Integrated health and wellness IS the next step in the recovery process

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bobby Wolfe, FNP, is a nurse practitioner at Camelback Integrated Health and Wellness, providing integrated care to people on their path to recovery. ...

Wall Street Alcoholic Finds His Calling After Addressing Childhood Trauma

18 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tom O'Connor is here today to tell his remarkable story of recovery. He grew up in New York and was the youngest of nine children. His mother was a ra...

Personal Story Power

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bo Eason is here today. Bo is the author of There's No Plan B For Your A-Game, a book filled with inspiring and practical real-world guidance to teach...

Changing the Narrative of Your Story

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wendy Adamson is a mental health professional who has spent over twenty-five years serving individuals struggling with addiction and mental health dis...

6 Practical Medicines To Help Stop Inflammation With Dani Williamson MSN, FNP

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The root cause of your migraines, body aches, high cholesterol, or sleep apnea is inflammation. Inflammation is the root cause of most of your chronic...

How To Survive A Suicidal Mind With Erin Matlock

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trigger Warning: Suicide Back then, no one talked about anxiety or depression and that would continue to quietly grow. That would eventually lead to s...

Experience, Strength, Hope: An Inspiring Story of a Recovering Addict Turned Psychiatric Provider

23 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The journey to recovery demands changes in behavior and perception. To do that, we must understand the inner workings of what causes these behaviors a...

Dealing With Unpleasant Feelings Like Grief And Anxiety With Joan Rosenberg, PhD

16 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In order to move through grief or other unpleasant feelings, you need to make sense of the impact and meaning they had on you across time. Grief is ju...

Getting Over The Bubbly: Mrs. American's Journey To Recovery From Alcoholism And Depression With Hannah Kirkpatrick

09 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes, no matter how wonderful your life may seem, there can be trauma that exists inside that keeps you from fully living at your best. In this e...

Recovery Through Relapsing With Brandon Lee

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A relapse doesn't erase your recovery journey. You don't have to start back at square one every time you relapse. People who think like that have a ha...

How To Avoid A Relapse: Frequently Asked Questions

26 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Alcohol, drugs, and other addictions risk your quality of life. If you're on your way to recovery, you must understand that it is a continuous process...

How To Avoid A Relapse Mistake #5 Hanging Out With Friends You Drank And Used With

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It is nothing new to know that the people we hang out with can greatly affect us. But if you are on your recovery journey, it is even more important t...

How To Avoid A Relapse: Mistake #4 Getting Into A Relationship

12 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Different scenarios and mistakes could lead to a person having a relapse. And in this episode, we discuss Mistake #4, which is getting into a relation...

How To Avoid A Relapse: Mistake #3 Not Finishing The Steps

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Be determined and consistent if you want to strive for a clean and sober life and avoid a relapse. Don't let your addiction come resurfacing into your...

How To Avoid A Relapse: Mistake #2 Expecting Instantaneous Results

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Becoming sober is no easy task. It would take a crazy amount of time, dedication and discipline. One should expect that it's a long and hard road to g...

How To Avoid A Relapse: Mistake #1 Trying To Stay Clean And Sober On Your Own

21 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Becoming sober is no easy task. It would take a crazy amount of time, dedication and discipline. Often times, people who wish to stay sober up and sta...

5 Mistakes That Lead To A Relapse

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's easy to get lost on your way to recovery. It only takes a single step in the wrong direction to relapse. In this episode of I Love Being Sober, T...

How To Avoid A Relapse: Secret #5 Make Self-Care A Priority

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Taking care of yourself physically, emotionally, spiritually, and mentally is essential to maintaining a happy and successful life. It's so important ...

How To Avoid A Relapse: Secret #4 Stay In Therapy & Follow Your Recommended Treatment Plan

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you know that you'll have a 67% chance of making it to five years if you stay in therapy for a year? Tim Westbrook, MS, discusses how essential it ...

How To Avoid A Relapse: Secret #3 Develop A Positive Support Network

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you're in your first year of sobriety, it's really easy to relapse. This is why you need a positive support network. This is a group of people in a...

How To Avoid A Relapse: Secret #2 Get Rid Of Toxic Friends

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For people in their first year on the road to recovery, the need to avoid a relapse is critical. Like it or not, your friends play a big role in your ...

How To Avoid A Relapse: Secret #1 Avoid Triggering Situations

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you know that triggering situations can result in a relapse? Host Tim Westbrook, MS, gives valuable strategies for safeguarding yourself from trigg...

5 Secrets To Avoid A Relapse

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are all kinds of addictions, from drinking to drugging, gambling, sexual indiscretions, and many more. It's not easy to break free from those, b...