Breaking Free Recovery Radio

By Alan Heide & Don Radon

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Breaking Free Recovery Radio: We Break The Cycle Together Welcome to Breaking Free Recovery Radio, a dedicated space for navigating the journey of addiction recovery, mental health, and spiritual renewal. Hosted by Dr. Alan Heide, PsyD., LMFT, a clinical expert in psychology, and Don Radon, owner of Recovered And Free, we bridge the gap between professional therapy and the power of lived experience. Our mission is simple: We Break The Cycle Together.

Episode Date
"My Way" vs. Denial: How to Tell if They’re Truly Ready to Change
Sep 25, 2026
What Real Amends Look Like (And Why Apologies Aren't Enough)
Sep 18, 2026
Why Is Addiction Ruining My Sanity? Codependency, Enabling & Family Healing
Sep 03, 2026
When Loving Someone with Addiction Is Destroying You: A Family Guide
Aug 21, 2026
Why We Get Addiction Completely Wrong
Aug 21, 2026
High-Functioning, Burned Out, and Addicted: When Do We Accept Help?
Aug 13, 2026
Unlocking Addiction: Disease, Choice, and Healing the Family System
Aug 07, 2026
Rewire Your Brain: Neurology, Mental Wellness & Community with Dr. Sameera Siddiqui
Jul 16, 2026
The Truth About Addiction & How Families Can Heal Together
Jul 09, 2026
Action Precedes Motivation: Micro-Tools to Beat Burnout & Perfectionism
Jun 25, 2026
How to Handle Relapse, Beat Cravings & Stop the Shame Cycle
Jun 25, 2026
How to Set Boundaries Without the Guilt: Micro-Tools for People-Pleasers
Jun 18, 2026
How to Handle Hard Days, Mend Broken Trust, & Stop Cravings Instantly
Jun 11, 2026
The Wildest Rehab Stories Ever Told 🌴💰🚑
Jun 05, 2026
Finding Hope in the Hopeless: Understanding AA Step 2 | Don Radon’s Story
May 22, 2026
Surrender vs. Self-Abandonment: Finding Your Way Back to God | Dr. Alan Heide
May 15, 2026
The Power of the Steps: Don Radon’s Journey from Chaos to "Recovered and Free"
May 07, 2026
"I Was Slowly Dying": A Therapist's Journey to Al-Anon Recovery
May 07, 2026
The Psychedelic Paradox: Hope vs. Habit (2026) 🍄⚠️
May 01, 2026
5 Keys to a Successful Intervention: How to Get Your Loved One Help Now
Apr 22, 2026
The Pitfalls of Modern Day Treatment Centers Part II
Apr 18, 2026
The Pitfalls of Modern Day Treatment Centers
Apr 10, 2026
Is A.A. Actually a CULT? Dr. Alan Heide & Don Radon Reveal the Truth!
Apr 03, 2026
Addressing Addiction Misconceptions with Dr. Alan Heide & Don Radon
Mar 20, 2026
Stop "Fixing" the Addict: The Real Secret to Lasting Recovery
Mar 13, 2026
From Chaos to Calm: Navigating Control in Dysfunctional Family Dynamics
Mar 06, 2026
Why "Tough Love" Fails (And the Truth About the "Silver Tsunami" of Addiction)
Feb 27, 2026
Digital Tracking in Addiction Recovery: Helpful or Harmful? 3 Pros & 3 Cons You Need to Know
Feb 13, 2026
Alcoholism as a Family Disease: Healing After Addiction & Codependency
Feb 06, 2026
NAD+ Explained: What It Is, and Why It Matters for Your Health | Nurse Practitioner Breakdown
Jan 30, 2026
Key Updates in Substance Use Disorder Treatment 2026
Jan 23, 2026
The Truth About Recovery: Spiritual Sobriety, Relapse Traps & the Insurance-Driven Treatment System
Jan 09, 2026
Faith, Purpose & Caregiving, Taking Care of Our Elderly Community
Dec 22, 2025
A Journey From Addiction to Advocacy with Don Radon
Dec 15, 2025
The Password to Everything You Want: "I Am Nothing, I Am No One"
Dec 04, 2025
Empowering Survivors & Safer Communities: Dr. Alicia Hawley-Bernardez Joins Breaking The Cycle
Nov 25, 2025
Mindfulness in Therapy: Transforming Awareness into Healing
Nov 06, 2025
Healing Begins at Home: Mental Health & Parenting with Jessica Seidel
Oct 16, 2025
End Human Trafficking for Good & for All
Oct 10, 2025
Healing Communities: A Conversation with Veda & Jerry MacGregor
Oct 02, 2025
Adoption, Trauma, and Hope: A Therapist’s Real Story
Sep 26, 2025
Finding Peace Through Detachment & Surrender | Dr. Alan Heide, PsyD, LMFT
Sep 25, 2025
Healing, Identity & Alternative Lifestyles
Sep 18, 2025
From Combat to Clinical Breakthroughs: Warren Ponder’s Mission to Heal Trauma
Sep 11, 2025
Trauma Healing & Community Care with Ashley Stafford, LCSW-S
Aug 28, 2025
Transforming Relationships: The Work of Dr. Lisa Elieson, LPC-S, CST-S
Aug 21, 2025
Breaking the Cycle: How One Man’s Journey Is Changing Mental Health & Recovery
Aug 15, 2025
Feeling Stuck? Let’s Talk About Healing, Growth, and Breaking Patterns
Aug 07, 2025
Saving Americans from Fentanyl with Jane Gray, LPC
Jul 31, 2025
Helping Heroes Heal – The Truth About Trauma, Stress & Recovery
Jul 23, 2025
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Running Mental Health Clinical Trials
Jul 17, 2025
Autism Life: Quirky, Brilliant, and Slightly Obsessed with Trains
Jul 07, 2025
Hope After Hurt: Healing from Eating Disorders Together
Jul 03, 2025
What's it Like To Work With and Listen to Therapists Share Their Expertise Every Week? Find Out Now!
Jun 23, 2025
Sometimes You Just Have To Dance, He is The Truth About Dance Therapy & How It Helps Well-Being
Jun 16, 2025
Beyond the Buzzword: The Truth About Narcissism
May 31, 2025
I Thought I Was a Monster – The Truth About Pedophilic OCD (POCD)
May 28, 2025
Finding Hope: A Heartfelt Journey of Addiction Recovery and Spiritual Awakening
May 21, 2025
The Silent Tragedy of National Police Week: Blue Suicides No One Wants to Talk About 🚨💔
May 10, 2025
Why Are So Many on the Autism Spectrum Still Being Left Behind? 😡💔 | The Resources They Deserve
May 10, 2025
Combating Steroid Use with THE TRUTH
Apr 30, 2025
What They Don't Tell You About Addiction Recovery
Apr 19, 2025
S*x Addiction & Relationships, Boundaries & Understanding What To Do
Mar 31, 2025
Practice Makes Practice, Take it Easy on Yourself & Good Things Happen
Mar 23, 2025
How to Use & Understand Different Trauma Treatments in Therapy
Mar 16, 2025
Tackling the Difficulties of Self-Love, Relationships & Navigating Personal Relationships
Mar 09, 2025
Hope for Panic Disorders | Understanding the Need for Mental Health Treatment
Mar 03, 2025
Navigating The Blue Line | Form Cop and Insightful Therapist shares details on First Responders
Feb 23, 2025
Understanding Domestic Violence
Feb 15, 2025
Unseen Scars: The Reality of Body Dysmorphia with Jessica Seidel, LPC
Feb 04, 2025
PSYCHEDELIC JOURNEYS IN THERAPY
Jan 25, 2025
The Belief Center | Finding Hope & Developing Heart Skills
Jan 18, 2025
Health Tips from a Nurse Practitioner | Do Not Drink Alcohol, Do Not Smoke Weed. Drugs Are Bad Kids
Dec 21, 2024
UNDERSTANDING COUPLES THERAPY with COUPLES THERAPISTS
Dec 20, 2024
Overspending & Hoarding / Clutter; Reigning in the excess with Veena Raj, MSOT, OTR
Dec 12, 2024
Trauma Treatment & LGBTQ+ Issues, with Tomas Altamirano, LCSW
Dec 02, 2024
The Family Disease of Addicition and Finding Recovery with Dr. LaFonya Jones-Hines & Dalton Blazek
Nov 23, 2024
Dallas Therapeutic Services, with Dr. Apree Clicque, PsyD. and Mika Smith-Low, LCSW-S
Nov 17, 2024
School Psychologist Appreciation with Rachel Daugherty, LSSP
Nov 09, 2024
Healing Trauma, Facing Trauma, Treating Trauma. Here is What You Need To Know!
Oct 26, 2024
In A World Divided By Political Messages, Can We Still Break Common Ground with John Walker, LPC
Oct 19, 2024
Emotional Transformation Therapy with Dr. Steven Vazquez
Oct 15, 2024
Traumatic Brain Injury, Substance Use Recovery & Integrative Treatment with Jeff Gould, LCDC
Oct 05, 2024
CALMING YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM! Treating Trauma with Licensed Professionals
Sep 28, 2024
Unpacking The Love & Consistency It Takes To Resolve Narcissism & Other Personality Disorders
Sep 21, 2024
Mens Mental Health - Why Don't Men Speak About Their Struggles?
Sep 14, 2024
RADICAL HONESTY IN THERAPY - WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW NOW!!!
Sep 07, 2024
Finding Something That Works, That You Can Take With You. That Is What You Will Find At Hidden Oaks
Aug 31, 2024
Taking Our Sober Place in The World, John Walker, LPC
Aug 24, 2024
Just Keep Going, Explore Your Trauma Through The Lens of Spirituality with Lori Russell-Siemer, LCSW
Aug 17, 2024
Therapist Explains How To Connect With Your Zen & Best Self Through EMDR & Brainspotting
Aug 10, 2024
Mental Health Professional Describes Intrusive Thoughts & Identity After Becoming A Mother
Aug 04, 2024
Exploring EMDR, Trauma Treatment & Couples in Therapy with Shanacy Cook, LPC
Jul 28, 2024
Understanding Adolescent Development & Trauma Treatment with Jenny Lockwood, LCSW
Jul 18, 2024
Trauma & anxiety, depression & sleep deprivation arise in Motherhood. Jessica Seidel, LPC Explains
Jul 07, 2024
Trauma, Somatic Healing & Feeling Our Emotions, with Amaka Agulué, LMHC
Jun 30, 2024
Addicition Hurts Everyone with Dr. LaFonya Jones-Hines
Jun 23, 2024
Divorce, Redemption, Love, Therapy & Faith. With Amy L. Jenkins, MMFT, LPC.
Jun 16, 2024
Empowering Recovery with Veena Raj: Occupational Therapy Expertise & Specialized Interventions
Jun 11, 2024
Grief and Loss, Recovery From Substance Use and Finding Peace With John Walker M.S., LPC
Jun 03, 2024
Your Voice Matters With Alan Heide, LMFT
Jun 02, 2024
Women's Empowerment with Rebecca Dollinger
Jun 01, 2024
Inside the Mind of Devan Ross: An In-Depth Interview with a Leading Mental Health Administrator
May 18, 2024
Unlocking Peak Performance: Exclusive Interview with Dr. Karolina Shander, PhD. Sports Psychologist
May 13, 2024
Childhood Trauma, Women's Mental Health and Gender Equality With Jessica Seidel, M.S., LPC
May 04, 2024
Perfectionism An Open Discussion
Apr 18, 2024
Discussing Differences, Expectations & Understanding Each Other
Apr 16, 2024
Licensed Mental Health Therapist Explains Perfectionism
Apr 16, 2024
Do You Want To Better Communicate Your Boundaries?
Apr 13, 2024
You Had A Part To Play In The Chaos | It Is Okay To Own It
Apr 13, 2024
Invest In Yourself | Get A Journal
Apr 11, 2024
Giving Ourselves & The Alcoholic Dignity To Make Mistakes
Apr 10, 2024
Expectations Are Resentments Waiting To Happen
Apr 10, 2024
Substance Use Overdose | Family & Friends Are Effected
Apr 09, 2024
Addiction: A Brain Disease | The Brain Needs A lot of Time To Heal
Apr 07, 2024
The Importance of 12 Step Recovery | The Family Disease of Alcoholism
Apr 06, 2024
The Importance of Community Connection | You Are NOT Alone
Apr 05, 2024
What To Expect From Therapy | A Few Thoughts
Apr 04, 2024
Never Miss A Golden Opportunity To Shut Up | A Humorous Take On Communication
Apr 03, 2024
Listen and Learn | Keep an Open Mind and Growth Awaits
Apr 02, 2024
Easy Does it | It Is Okay To Slow Down & Not Be Perfect
Apr 01, 2024
Fingerprints of Grief With Kim Francis | Part Three
Mar 31, 2024
Fingerprints of Greif: Alan Heide & Kim Francis | Part Two
Mar 31, 2024
How Important Is It? | The subtle art of letting go of the Alcoholics behavior
Mar 31, 2024
Detachment with Love: Nurturing Boundaries in Relationships
Mar 30, 2024
Establishing Four Types of Healthy Boundaries
Mar 29, 2024
3 Tips for Setting Healthy Boundaries: A Guide to Protecting Your Well-being
Mar 28, 2024
Fingerprints of Greif: Alan Heide & Kim Francis
Mar 24, 2024
How Sports Help Us With Our Mental Health
Mar 24, 2024
Taking Care of Ourselves is Not Easy | What is a Failure to Launch??
Mar 17, 2024
Shame & Guilt | What is the Difference?
Mar 17, 2024
Have YOU Ever Wanted to Set Better Personal Boundaries? Tune In and Hear Some New Ways You Can Start
Mar 03, 2024
Codependency, Self-Esteem & Men in Therapy
Feb 24, 2024
Letting Go Isn't Easy... but you are not alone.
Feb 17, 2024
Detachment
Feb 13, 2024
Live and Let Live
Feb 11, 2024
Surrender to Win!
Feb 10, 2024
The Do's & Don'ts
Feb 08, 2024
A Very Special Worm
Feb 07, 2024
Prayer & Meditation
Feb 07, 2024
Taking Responsibility
Feb 04, 2024
Peace, Love & Guidance
Feb 04, 2024