Join host Brittani Baynard on Recoverycast as she sits down with Kat Sorenson, the inspiring CEO of Laguna Shores Treatment Center and founder of Change to Change. Kat shares her remarkable story of overcoming alcohol and prescription drug addiction, rooted in her struggles as a high-performing tech sales executive and bodybuilder. Through hitting rock bottom and finding salvation in the 12-step program, Kat delves into the crucial elements of healing with compassion, structure, and community. Discover how daily wins and a support system shaped her path to nearly a decade of sobriety, and how she’s now empowering others through her advocacy and treatment centers. This episode is a must-watch for anyone seeking hope and guidance in their recovery journey.
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00:00 Introduction and Initial Struggles
00:24 Welcome to Recovery Cast
01:21 Kat Sorensen’s Early Life and Addiction
02:19 First Experiences with Alcohol
03:26 High School and Double Lives
07:50 College Years and Early Marriage
09:26 Struggles with Alcoholism and Career
21:37 Relocation and Escalation
28:00 Rock Bottom and Seeking Help
34:06 A Desperate Search for Solutions
34:37 Discovering Alcoholics Anonymous
34:51 Initial Resistance and Misconceptions
35:24 First Steps in Recovery
37:11 The Importance of Community
38:24 Navigating Early Sobriety
40:15 A Rocky Relationship
43:33 Facing Betrayal and Seeking Help
47:25 The Power of Making Amends
53:57 Building a Supportive Community
01:01:34 Finding Purpose Through Service
01:05:03 Conclusion and Contact Information
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