Why I Tell My Patients: ‘Relapse Isn’t the End of the Story’ | Michael C.
In this powerful episode of Cross Talk Podcast, we sit down with Michael Cardinale, a licensed clinical social worker whose journey from reckless college dropout to addiction counselor is as inspiring as it is raw. Growing up in a loud, loving Irish-Italian family, Michael never saw his drinking as a problem, until it nearly destroyed his life.
Expelled from two colleges, confronted by a no-nonsense dean, and given an ultimatum by his parents, he finally faced the truth: he couldn’t stop. But his path to sobriety wasn’t linear. From superficial compliance in rehab to a transformative moment…
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