Recoverycast: Mental Health & Addiction Recovery Stories

Abbey Fickley on Overcoming Addiction and Chaos: An Inspiring Sobriety Story

Recovery.com Season 1 Episode 14

In this gripping episode of Recovery ast, host Brittani Baynard talks to Abbey Fickley, an inspiring recovery advocate, YouTuber, and public speaker. Abbey shares her raw and honest journey through addiction, highlighting pivotal moments like her arrest at a Little Wayne concert and her life-changing experiences in rehab. From dealing with postpartum depression and Xanax abuse to confronting heroin addiction and facing serious legal consequences, Abbey’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and hope. Tune in to learn how Abbey rebuilt her life, found faith, and now works to empower others in their recovery journeys.

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00:00 Introduction to Recoverycast

01:22 Abbey's Early Struggles with Alcohol

02:37 High School Drinking and Early Signs

18:21 Postpartum Depression and Prescription Drugs

30:38 First Time in Rehab

40:41 Family Therapy and Relapse Prevention

41:32 The Illusion of Control

42:24 The Cycle of Relapse and Recovery

44:54 The Dark World of Addiction

46:36 Facing Legal Consequences

49:09 A Turning Point in Treatment

50:56 Building a New Life in Sobriety

54:01 The Role of Faith and Humility

56:02 Life Beyond Addiction

01:17:53 Advice for Those Struggling