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In this episode of A Way Through, Jamie Edwards, Director of Community Relations at Archway Academy, is joined by Elizabeth Westbrook, LBSW, and Mary Beth Cameron, Attorney at Law.

Mrs. Westbrook is a Licensed Social Worker and Familly Facilitator at Goodnight Law Firm in Katy, Texas with extensive training in alternative dispute resolution techniques, family law, and family violence, with a specific clinical emphasis on shame-free recovery. Mrs. Westbrook has worked in various capacities, including destigmatizing mental health imbalances, the nonprofit sector, and conflict resolution through effective communication tools. Elizabeth is passionate about serving blended families because of her own journey with peaceful co-parenting. She is also currently finishing her Master's in Social Work at The University of Houston.

Mrs. Cameron is a Family Law Attorney and Founder of Goodnight Law Firm, and as extensive training in alternative dispute resolution techniques, family law, and family violence. Mrs. Cameron has served and done work in various legal capacities, including numerous mediations with mutually agreed upon MSAs, domestic violence survivor advocacy, and adoption processes. She is passionate about advocating for children by equipping parents with effective communication strategies and healthy boundaries.

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Topics Discussed:

• Removing shame and stigma behind mental health and addiction
• Familial cohesion and effective communication practices
• Enabling families to Thrive & recognizing that family isn’t a “one-size fits all”
• Why due diligence is KEY when finding an attorney
• Learning to love ourselves - future, past, and present
• The powerful mindset shift in reminding parents they’re not to blame for their children’s actions

Resources:

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• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodnightlawfirm/

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Archway is the largest recovery high school in the nation, located in the sunny heart of Houston, Texas. We meet the individual educational needs of teens recovering from Substance Use Disorder with care, compassion, respect, and rigor.