top of page

Addicted to Recovery Podcast

Our award-winning show features Ocean Hills founder Elaine Atkinson and Clinical Manager Stephanie Van Waas, talking all things sobriety.

If you're looking to learn about addiction and how to get and stay sober, Addicted to Recovery is the perfect podcast. Exclusive education from qualified clinicians, and inspiration and shared experience from those who've walked the walk, all feature in these easy-listening episodes.

​

The show won Best Community programme for its Addicted to Recovery podcast. With the help of Radio Hawke's Bay, we have been creating this podcast for the last couple of years.

 

If you'd like to learn more about Ocean Hills, call Elaine for a confidential chat on 027 573 7744.

addiction podcast

Addicted to Recovery Podcast Episodes

All about sobriety

Elaine and Steph introduce the Addiction to Recovery podcast and share how they help people get sober.

Elaine & Steph IntroOH Podcast
00:00 / 25:25

Who do I talk to about addiction?

Unsure who to talk to about addiction? The Ocean Hills team share why talking to professionals is important.

Who do I talk to about addiction_OH Podcast
00:00 / 26:48

Getting back on the wagon

Getting back on track after a relapse isn't easy but can be done. The experts share how to get recover here.

Falling off the wagonOH Podcast
00:00 / 23:51

Self care – the bedrock of sobriety

People in early sobriety often don't have good self-care skills. Learn why it's important in this episode.

Self care in sobrietyOH Podcast
00:00 / 28:49

Sober story: Paulette's recovery

Paulette Crowley, who is the sober coach at Ocean Hills, shares her personal story of addiction and recovery.

Paulette's StoryOH Podcast
00:00 / 25:03

2025 - New year, new me? Yeah right. 

The Ocean Hills team looks at why most New Year's resolutions to stop drinking fail, and what to do about it.

New me? Yeah right.OH Podcast
00:00 / 26:45

10 reasons to stop drinking

There are so many reasons to get sober that make your life better. The Ocean Hills team shares their top reasons.

10 reasons to stop drinkingOH Podcast
00:00 / 26:40

2024 - New habits for a new year

How do you make lasting changes in your habits? The experts talk about resolutions and how to make them stick.

In the beginningOH Podcast
00:00 / 23:03

Sober story: Liz's recovery

 Liz Webster is a therapist and programme facilitator at Ocean Hills. Listen to her story of overcoming addiction.

Sober story: LizOH Podcast
00:00 / 27:00

People often worry their life will be boring when they stop drinking but you can have better fun when you're sober. 

Can I have fun sober?OH Podcast
00:00 / 26:57

Why go to rehab?

How do you know if you need to go to rehab? The experts answer your questions in this episode.

Why go to rehab?OH Podcast
00:00 / 26:25

Don't be the Christmas nightmare

Christmas can be a tumultuous time for people struggling with alcohol - and their families. The experts discuss here.

Don't be the Christmas nightmareOH Podcast
00:00 / 25:33

Practicing mindfulness is an important part of getting and staying sober.  

MindfulnessOH Podcast
00:00 / 25:36

Am I an addict?

What actually is addiction and how do you know if you are addicted to alcohol? Listen to the experts here.

Am I an addict?OH Podcast
00:00 / 27:01

Dealing with drinking triggers

Dealing with triggers that will tempt you to drink again is not easy but is an essential skill to stay sober.

TriggersOH Podcast
00:00 / 28:46

Surf the craving

Cravings are a normal part of early sobriety but it takes skills and support to overcome them successfully. 

Surf the cravingOH Podcast
00:00 / 25:35

Habit linking

The Ocean Hills expert team talks about habit linking, and why it's a powerful tool for sobriety.

Habit linkingOH Podcast
00:00 / 26:01

Yoga in recovery

Yoga therapy is an important part of our therapeutic programme at Ocean Hills, featuring therapist Liz Webster. 

Yoga in RecoveryOH Podcast
00:00 / 25:03

Staying sober in the 'silly season'

The silly season is a challenging time and many people relapse at this time of year. Get expert tips to survive here.

Survive Silly SeasonOH Podcast
00:00 / 23:42

Recovery routines

A recovery routine is vital for staying sober and staying well. But what should you be doing? Get expert advice here.

RoutinesOH Podcast
00:00 / 25:52

Can I have just one drink?

Why do people say, 'One drink won't do you any harm!'? It might not harm them but it will harm someone in recovery.

Can I have just one drink?OH Podcast
00:00 / 26:52

Mental Health Awareness

Being aware of your mental health – how to stay well and know when something is wrong – is important in sobriety.

Mental health awarenessOH Podcast
00:00 / 26:42

What is codependency?

Codependency is very common in families affected by addiction. Learn more about it in this episode.

What is codependency?OH Podcast
00:00 / 26:43

Challenging toxic thinking

 Catching the thoughts that could lead to drinking is key to staying sober. Learn how to do it in this episode.

Challenge that thoughtOH Podcast
00:00 / 25:24
bottom of page