In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley sit down with Max Cook of Palmetto Addiction Recovery Center in Rayville, Louisiana. Max brings a unique perspective from working on the front lines of addiction care—guiding people as they take the courageous first steps toward change and long-term healing.

Palmetto Addiction Recovery Center is known for its comprehensive programs designed to treat substance use disorders with individualized, evidence-based approaches that support the whole person. Working within that environment, Max shares insight into how treatment unfolds, what it takes to break cycles of addiction, and the power of connection and community in recovery.

This conversation is packed with honest reflections and practical encouragement for anyone navigating the recovery journey, supporting someone in recovery, or simply wanting to understand what healing really looks like beyond the clinic walls.

🎧 Tune in to Episode 80 to hear Max’s take on recovery, resilience, and the strength it takes to keep moving forward together.

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86 Palmetto Road, Rayville, Louisiana 71269

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In this episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley welcome back Chris Martin from Palmetto Addiction Recovery Center in Rayville, Louisiana.

Chris brings both professional expertise and personal passion to his work in addiction recovery. A native of Northwest Louisiana, he transitioned from a career as a CPA to dedicate his life to helping others find lasting sobriety. At Palmetto, Chris works closely with clients at the time of discharge—ensuring they have the structure, support, and confidence needed to move forward with sober living, outpatient care, and community-based recovery resources. His hands-on approach and lived experience in recovery make him a trusted guide for those beginning a new chapter.

During this conversation, Chris and the hosts dive into the realities of early recovery momentum, the power of encouragement and accountability, and why the transition after treatment is just as critical as the work done inside the clinic. If you or someone you care about is looking for clarity on sustaining recovery, this episode delivers insight, hope, and practical perspective.

🎧 Tune in to Episode 79 and walk with us through the steps that turn healing into lasting change.

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This episode of the Addiction Recovery Podcast, hosts Ronnie LeDuff and Michael Oakley welcome Tyler Waguespack, an Intake Coordinator at Palmetto Addiction Recovery Center in Rayville, Louisiana.

Tyler brings a frontline perspective on the early stages of recovery—how people access help, what motivates that first step, and how compassionate intake work lays the foundation for long-term healing. He discusses the importance of meeting people where they are, reducing barriers to care, and helping individuals and their families navigate the often-overwhelming world of addiction treatment with dignity and respect.

With real-world experience supporting clients from their first phone call through program placement, Tyler shares insight into the courage it takes to ask for help and the systems that can make that process smoother, more welcoming, and more effective. Whether you’re considering treatment yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply want a better understanding of recovery access, this episode sheds light on the part of the journey that begins before the clinical work even starts.

🎧 Tune in to Episode 78 to hear Tyler’s take on intake work, early recovery momentum, and the power of encouragement when someone first reaches out for help.

HUGE thank you to Palmetto Recovery Center for sponsoring this video!
https://palmettocenter.com/contact-palmetto-recovery/
318-728-2970
86 Palmetto Road, Rayville, Louisiana 71269

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