This week on Ask Dr. Louise, join us for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation with Woody Giessmann—musician, clinician, and leader in the field of recovery. Known for his work as a drummer with the Del Fuegos, Woody shares his deeply personal journey from a life shaped by addiction and tragedy to one devoted to healing, service, and creative expression. From his early years in a musical Kansas family, through his struggles and eventual long-term recovery, Woody opens up about the influence of his family, the power of music, and the lessons learned from decades in both the music industry and clinical practice. We explore how compassion, listening, and creativity inform his unique approach to intervention and recovery, and discuss his latest projects—including his book on breaking the chains of addiction and the launch of Rock Bottom: The Musical. Whether you’re seeking hope, insight, or simply the story of someone who turned adversity into purpose, you won’t want to miss this episode. Timestamps: 00:00 Joining the Del Fuegos band 05:52 Discussing personal family tragedies 07:16 Becoming a better listener 10:39 Growing up in a musical family 15:47 Starting recovery and 12-step meetings 18:06 Genetic predisposition and recovery beliefs 21:23 Talking about compassionate writing 25:42 Supporting loved ones with mental health 29:30 Prioritizing self-care and wellness 32:34 Breaking chains and promoting hope 37:01 Sting's advice and growth strategy 38:55 Praising Woody's contributions Connect with Woody: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/woodygiessmannpaintings Connect with Dr. Louise: Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger
This week on Ask Dr. Louise, join us for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation with Woody Giessmann—musician, clinician, and leader in the field of recovery. Known for his work as a drummer with the Del Fuegos, Woody shares his deeply personal journey from a life shaped by addiction and tragedy to one devoted to healing, service, and creative expression. From his early years in a musical Kansas family, through his struggles and eventual long-term recovery, Woody opens up about the influence of his family, the power of music, and the lessons learned from decades in both the music industry and clinical practice. We explore how compassion, listening, and creativity inform his unique approach to intervention and recovery, and discuss his latest projects—including his book on breaking the chains of addiction and the launch of Rock Bottom: The Musical. Whether you’re seeking hope, insight, or simply the story of someone who turned adversity into purpose, you won’t want to miss this episode.
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Connect with Woody:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/woodygiessmannpaintings
Connect with Dr. Louise:
Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/