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Navigating Addiction In The Family

A 6-Part Video Series for Families Affected by Addiction
Guidance from world-renowned addiction expert Roland Williams

Navigating Addiction In The Family

Featuring Renowned Addiction Treatment Expert Roland Williams

Navigating Addiction In The Family

Real help for families, without judgment, jargon, or shame.

With Roland Williams

Navigating Addiction in the Family is a 6-part video course designed for families who love someone struggling with addiction. Whether you’re just starting to notice the signs, or you’ve already been through treatment cycles, this series offers grounded, expert guidance with heart.

Led by internationally recognized Master Addictions Counselor Roland Williams, this program is clear, compassionate, and free of judgment. Roland draws on more than three decades of experience as a counselor, interventionist, and clinical leader to help you understand what addiction is, how it progresses, and how to make meaningful choices in the face of crisis.

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  • PROGRAM DETAILS:
  • VIDEO
  • 110 Minutes
  • 6 Episodes
  • Self-Help
  • Personal Growth
  • TARGET AUDIENCE:
  • People with Addictions
  • Concerned Family
  • Parents & Siblings
  • Adult Children
  • Concerned & Supportive Friends
  • Helping Professionals
  • Therapists & Clinicians
  • Support Group Leaders
  • Educators & Mentors
  • Students of Human Services
  • TOPICS COVERED:
  • Understanding Addiction
  • Family Impact
  • Intervention Tools
  • Relapse & Recovery
  • Boundaries vs. Enabling
  • Treatment Options
  • Life After Treatment

Addiction doesn’t just affect one person. It affects everyone who loves them.
Whether you’re a parent, partner, sibling, or friend — this course is for you.

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• Personal Growth Membership: Get access to this program and all of our self-help / personal growth programs with an active membership.

• One-Time Purchase: Buy this course on its own and receive lifetime access, including additional materials & resources at courses.wholehearted.org

MEMBERSHIP IS NOT REQUIRED TO PURCHASE THE COURSE.

*Active Personal Growth Members may request access to full course materials while their membership is active.

PROGRAM DETAILS

“One of the most powerful things I can do is help people slow down. Take a breath. Make informed decisions. That can change everything.”

– Roland Williams

About the Navigating Addiction In The Family series

For families who don’t know where to turn — but know they can’t wait.

Navigating Addiction in the Family was created for families like yours. For the ones who are constantly trying to hold everything together while quietly falling apart. For the people who have spent sleepless nights wondering if they missed the signs, or if they’re doing the right thing by staying silent. For those walking on eggshells, questioning every word, every boundary, every decision; afraid to do too much, or not enough. For the parents who feel helpless, the partners who feel pushed aside, and the siblings caught in the crossfire. This course is a hand on your shoulder, a breath of clarity in the chaos. It’s here to help you understand what’s really happening, and more importantly, what you can do next– with love, with limits, and with hope.

Led by Master Addictions Counselor Roland Williams, this 6-part video course offers real answers and a calm, grounded voice in the middle of the storm. Roland brings over 35 years of clinical experience to help families understand addiction, communicate more effectively, support recovery, and care for themselves in the process.

This isn’t theory. It’s what actually works — told with clarity, warmth, and zero judgment.

What You’ll Learn

  • What addiction really is – and what it isn’t
  • How to know when your loved one has crossed the line
  • What to say, when to speak up, and how to avoid common mistakes
  • The truth about detox, rehab, and treatment models
  • How relapse works and what long-term recovery really looks like
  • What you can do as a family to support healing – without enabling

Who This Is For

  • You suspect your loved one may be struggling, but don’t know for sure
  • You’ve already tried talking, and nothing seems to work
  • You’re exhausted by the cycle of hope and disappointment
  • You’ve been through treatment before, but feel lost on what comes next
  • You want to help – but you also need help yourself

Course Format & Runtime

  • 6 On-Demand Video Episodes
  • Total Runtime: 105 minutes
  • Watch Anytime, at Your Own Pace
  • Episode One is Free — No Account or Payment Required
  • Full Course Available to Wholehearted.org Members or as a Standalone Purchase

This isn’t about labeling people. It’s about understanding what’s going on, so we can stop reacting in fear and start responding with care.

~ Roland Williams

OVERVIEW OF EPISODES

The first episode is free. The rest of the course is available to Wholehearted.org subscribers or as a standalone purchase.

  • Part one: Understanding Addiction in the Family

    • Navigating Addiction in the Family
    • 15 Minutes
    In this foundational episode, Roland Williams shares the raw truth of what it means to love someone struggling with addiction. With compassion and clarity, he walks families through what addiction is, what it isn’t, and how to begin the difficult but necessary work of support without enabling.

  • Part Two: Is It Addiction? Understanding Use, Abuse, and Dependence

    • Navigating Addiction in the Family
    • 25 Minutes
    Roland Williams breaks down the science of addiction in clear, everyday language. Families learn what defines addiction, how withdrawal works, and why understanding the physical and psychological sides of addiction is essential to helping a loved one recover.

  • Part Three: Understanding Addiction’s Path

    • Navigating Addiction in the Family
    • 10 Minutes
    Roland Williams explains how addiction develops over time. By weaving together the science of nature and nurture with real-life stories, he helps families understand why addiction happens, how it unfolds, and what it means when someone is “wired differently.”

  • Part Four: Intervention Basics — What Every Family Should Know

    • Navigating Addiction in the Family
    • June 15, 2024
    • 18 Minutes
    Roland Williams outlines the essential steps for families considering an intervention. From honest conversations to formal strategies, he explains when to speak up, how to do it effectively, and why the right support can make all the difference.

  • Part Five: Making Sense of Rehab: What Families Need to Know

    • Navigating Addiction in the Family
    • 25 minutes
    Roland Williams breaks down the different types of addiction treatment, from detox to long-term care. He dispels myths, explains what families should look for, and calls out the limitations of the standard 28-day model — offering clearer, more realistic paths to treatment.

  • Part Six: Healing Together &Family Recovery in the Long Term

    • Navigating Addiction in the Family
    • 14 Minutes
    Roland Williams prepares families for the road ahead. Recovery doesn’t end with treatment — it begins there. This episode offers real talk about relapse, rebuilding trust, and the role families play in modeling consistency, commitment, and self-care.

Addiction doesn't just destroy a person — it destabilizes the entire system that loves them. Healing has to include the family, or it isn’t complete.

~ Roland Williams

Roland Williams, MAC

Master Addiction Counselor
Wholehearted Thought Leader
Therapist, Trainer, Speaker, Addiction & Recovery Expert

  • Notable Works:
  • Relapse Prevention: The Gold Standard
  • Working With Mandated Clients
  • Navigating Addiction In The Family
  • Recovery Is A Verb
  • Relapse Prevention for African Americans

ABOUT THE PRESENTER

“It’s not just about the drug. It’s about the story — how someone got here, and what happened before they picked up.”

Roland Williams is an internationally certified addictions counselor, trainer, author, and consultant with over 35 years of experience. He has helped thousands of individuals and families around the world navigate addiction, recovery, and healing. Roland is the President and Director of Training at CENAPS, one of the most respected names in relapse prevention and treatment.

Whether he’s leading interventions, training clinicians, or guiding families through the hardest conversations of their lives, Roland is known for his warmth, clarity, and no-nonsense compassion.

More About Roland

“You fail to plan, you plan to fail. This is a marathon, not a sprint.”

  • PROGRAM TITLE: Navigating Addiction In The Family
  • PRESENTED BY: Roland Williams, MAC
  • YEAR PUBLISHED: 2025
  • PUBLISHER: Wholehearted Publishing
  • PRODUCED BY: AJ Foxx
  • LANGUAGE: English, English Subtitles
  • WITH GRATITUDE & LOVE FOR:
  • The dedicated team at Wholehearted.org
  • Roland, for his wisdom, humility, dedication, & integrity.
  • PROGRAM DIRECTOR: AJ Foxx
  • Kyle Spencer, Sterling Knight, Ethan Webster, Michael Dugan, Colt Warren, Greg Taylor, Ethan Ireland, Ryan McClara
  • PHOTOGRAPHY: Lukas Foxx
  • CREATIVE AND SET SET DESIGN: AJ Foxx
  • POST PRODUCTION & EDITING: Sterling Knight, Kyle Spencer, Tanner Mets, Ethan Webster, Kevin Milvik, Robin Livingston, Josh Gonyea-Reding
  • GRAPHIC DESIGN: Jazmine Walker
  • TEAM SUPPORT, TECH, & PUBLISHING: Kevin Milvik, Dr. Julie Chatigny, Tom White, Lukas Foxx

“Families often ask, ‘Is this rock bottom?’ But the real question is, ‘Are we finally ready to stop doing what doesn’t work — and start doing what does?’”

Additional Details & FAQ

Is this course for professionals or families?
This course is designed for the general public — especially for parents, partners, siblings, and adult children who are concerned about a loved one’s substance use. However many professionals find value in this, especially students studying mental health, human services, criminal justice, or healthcare.
What topics are covered in the course?
Topics include how addiction develops, how to know when someone needs help, how to speak up, what treatment really involves, what happens after rehab, and how to support someone without enabling them. The course also explores the emotional impact of addiction on families and how to care for yourself along the way.
Do I need any prior experience or knowledge to watch this?
No. This course was created specifically for people who are overwhelmed, new to the world of addiction and treatment, or unsure what to do next. You don’t need to know anything before starting — just a willingness to learn and reflect.
Is this appropriate for teens or young adults?
This course is designed for adult viewers. While mature teens may benefit from some of the content, it is primarily intended for adult family members supporting someone with addiction.
Can I share this course with others?
Yes — we encourage it. The first episode is free and can be shared with anyone. You’re also welcome to tell friends, support groups, or professionals about the full course. Sharing this resource could make a real difference in someone else’s journey.
What if I’ve already been through treatment with my loved one?
Many people come to this course after one or more treatment experiences. If you're still feeling confused, frustrated, or stuck — this course can help you regroup, better understand what happened, and learn how to support recovery in a healthier, more sustainable way.
Is this course based on a specific treatment philosophy?
The course reflects Roland Williams’ decades of experience in addiction counseling, intervention, and relapse prevention. While it’s not tied to a single method, it is grounded in evidence-based practices and real-world insights from thousands of families and treatment programs.

HOW TO WATCH

EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE AT

PERSONAL GROWTH:

Included with your Personal Growth Membership subscription.

SIGN UP

STANDALONE COURSE:

Also available as a single one time purchase for non-members.

COMING SOON
Access Details:
 

• Personal Growth Membership: Get access to this program and all of our self-help / personal growth programs with an active membership.

• One-Time Purchase: Buy this course on its own and receive lifetime access, including additional materials & resources at courses.wholehearted.org

MEMBERSHIP IS NOT REQUIRED TO PURCHASE THE COURSE.

*Active Personal Growth Members may request access to full course materials while their membership is active.
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