Unlearning Control: How Parents and Teens Can Heal from Addiction Together with Austin Davis

Unlearning Control: How Parents and Teens Can Heal from Addiction Together with Austin Davis

In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Aanya sits down with Austin Davis, a visionary leader in teenage behavioral health and addiction recovery. With over 15 years of experience guiding teens and families through crisis and healing, Austin shares how true transformation begins not with control—but with unlearning, patience, and compassion.

Together, they explore the hidden emotional labor of parents, the dangerous myths around teen binge drinking, and how shifting from “fixing” to “supporting” can change a child’s future. Austin’s insights reveal why healing is a process of redefining success—from numbers and milestones to human connection and emotional awareness.

This is an honest, heart-centered dialogue on breaking cycles, building emotional resilience, and helping teens rediscover who they are beyond their pain.

About the Guest — Austin Davis :

Austin Davis is a behavioral health leader and addiction treatment specialist with over 15 years of experience transforming the lives of teens and families. As the founder and visionary behind a renowned adolescent recovery program, Austin focuses on creating new legacies—empowering young people to rebuild their self-worth, emotional awareness, and relationships. His work bridges science, psychology, and compassion to reimagine what successful recovery truly looks like.

Key Takeaways:

  • Healing is not about control—it’s about patience, presence, and partnership.

  • Parents must unlearn the instinct to “fix” their children and instead create safe, supportive spaces for healing.

  • Success in recovery isn’t just about numbers—it’s about paradigm shifts in how teens see themselves and the world.

  • Teen binge drinking is not just a phase; it’s often a symptom of deeper anxiety, trauma, or identity struggles.

  • Open, Socratic-style conversations help parents build trust and prevent crises before they escalate.

  • Community identity matters—sports, music, and service groups provide healthy belonging that social media cannot replace.

  • Every small act of listening and empathy can redirect a teen’s life trajectory by even “one degree.”

Connect with Austin Davis

To learn more about Austin’s work in teen behavioral health and addiction recovery, connect with him through his organization’s website or LinkedIn profile.

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

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