From Painkillers to Purpose: Felicia Montiforte's Story of Redemption

On this episode of Ask Dr. Louise, Dr. Louise welcomes Felicia Montiforte, co-founder of Imagine Recovery in New Orleans, to share her story of addiction, recovery, and service. Felicia recounts early substance use, escalating opioid addiction after a car accident at 40, and the consequences that led to losing custody of her children in 2006 after a blackout. She describes entering treatment in 2008, meeting court-ordered conditions through “footwork,” and reuniting with her children in 2009, ultimately rebuilding strong relationships. Felicia discusses stigma women face in addiction and recovery, the value of addressing substance misuse before “rock bottom,” and the hope and community found in treatment. She also explains her ties to the Harmon Recovery Foundation and her current full-time RV travel while working remotely and continuing her mission.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Podcast Opening
00:56 Meet Felicia
02:17 How We Met
04:48 Harmon Foundation
07:29 Accident And Addiction
09:21 Losing Custody
11:44 Footwork To Reunite
17:06 Women Shame And Stigma
20:19 Owning Your Story
22:01 Imagine Recovery Origin
25:43 Wine Mom Culture
29:48 RV Reset And Advice
36:34 Closing Thanks

Connect with Felicia Montiforte:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/felicia_imagine/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/felicia-montiforte-16620232

Website: https://www.imaginehousenola.com/about-us

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

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