Episode #199 - Janelle Martin - "A Mother's Fight for Her Daughter"

The Recovery Couch · Sep 8, 2025 · 1h

In this intimate conversation, Janelle Martin opens up about her daughter’s addiction and recovery—and the healing work that followed. She shares the shock of discovery, the weight of trauma on their family, and the slow, courageous repair that came through vulnerability and open communication. We explore how seeing both the parent’s and the child’s perspectives reshaped their relationship and ultimately inspired Janelle to write a book—offering families a fuller, more honest picture of addiction and hope.

Key takeaways

The book was born from a need to show a complete picture of addiction…