Susan Raphael, Sustainable Recovery

Sustainable Recovery Counselling & Addiction Services

[Susan Raphael, Sustainable Recovery @SusanRaphael1]

In my chapter, As We Forgive Those Who Trespass Against Us, I share a story about the complicated path to forgiveness after loving someone struggling with addiction.

[Susan Raphael, Sustainable Recovery @SusanRaphael1]

New podcast: Addiction, Sobriety & Coming Home to Yourself

I joined Helen Tansey on the Coming Into Focus podcast for an honest conversation about women, addiction, sobriety, and recovery.

We explored the myths surrounding sobriety and what truly holds people back from change.

[Susan Raphael, Sustainable Recovery @SusanRaphael1]

New Podcast Episode🎤
LAUNCH: Parenting Tips for Raising Adult Children & Building Better Relationships

[Susan Raphael, Sustainable Recovery @SusanRaphael1]

Approved PCCEO speaker supporting parents, caregivers, and educators navigating teen mental health and substance use.

[Susan Raphael, Sustainable Recovery @SusanRaphael1]

💫 #Cannabis #Intoxication is the “high,” but #impairment lasts longer ⚡affecting judgment, reaction time & #safety long after the high is gone. #SubstanceAwareness #ResponsibleUse #WorkplaceSafety #StudentHealth

https://t.co/ohkHC2o6Eu

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Thrilled that What’s Wrong with My Teen? is now available through the Toronto Public Library.

This is meaningful in so may ways. Families facing teenage addiction, mental health challenges are overwhelmed, isolated, and unsure where to turn. Access to resources is everything!

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Check out this video: https://t.co/9OZhnUbigp

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Lest we forget ❤️

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Today is Read Canadian Day 🇨🇦 #ireadcanadian #readcanadian #whatswrongwithmyteen #Books

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Thrilled to be a guest on the Too Opinionated Interview: Susan Raphael https://t.co/4dSvW8WhXY via @YouTube

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I'm excited to speak at OSCA/ACOSO 2025 Conference Nov 9/25. 🎙️

#OSCA2025 #SchoolCounsellors #GuidanceCounsellors

https://t.co/Wiu8TfE161 @sched

[Susan Raphael, Sustainable Recovery @SusanRaphael1]

I joined Jonathan Friedman on 5 FAQs by @EHNCanada to talk about how teen addiction and mental health challenges impact the whole family. 💬

5 FAQs about Addiction in the Family System https://t.co/JgoDscfPQs via @YouTube

#TeenMentalHealth #AddictionRecovery #FamilyHealing

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Teen addiction is real — and families need support.
On air with Shaun Proulx on SiriusXM.

#WhatsWrongWithMyTeen #TeenAddiction #FamilyRecovery #MentalHealth #RecoverySupport #EndTheStigma

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THC vape pens—even from licensed stores—aren’t risk-free for 20-somethings.
🚬 Lung injury
🧠 Mental health effects
⚡ Addiction risk
🚭 Gateway to other substances

✅ Limit use | Choose lower THC | Stay informed

#THCVape #VapingRisks #CannabisAwareness #PublicHealth #Wellness

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Susan Raphael Marks One Year Anniversary of What’s Wrong with My Teen? Helping Families Navigate Addiction and Mental Health - https://t.co/dUGSqI4tto

#WhatsWrongWithMyTeen #worldmentalhealthday2025 #WorldMentalHealthDay

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Trade Review of my book, What's Wrong with My Teen? Finding Answers to Teenage Addiction and Family Crisis, Susan Raphael author https://t.co/rzGpd40CW9

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How young is too young for addiction?
📊 The data is clear: risk taking can start early.
• 12 could meet criteria for a substance use disorder
Every year of delay in first use reduces risk.
#TeenAddiction #ParentingTeens #SubstanceUsePrevention #FamilyRecovery

[Susan Raphael, Sustainable Recovery @SusanRaphael1]

Excited to join Toronto’s Word on the Street festival—celebrating books, ideas, and community. 📚✨ #WordOnTheStreet #Toronto #Authors

[Susan Raphael, Sustainable Recovery @SusanRaphael1]

One pill can kill.
 Among Ontario youth, opioid-related deaths rose by 369%, with fentanyl driving the crisis.

📉 Recent data suggests numbers may be trending down — a hopeful sign.


This is not just a statistic. This is our youth.

#EndOverdose #YouthMentalHealth