Kirsten Johnson Podcast

Ep 209 35 Rehabs, Leaving AA + Pioneering Modern Recovery — Justin's Story

June 9, 2026·2h 51m
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Justin had to leave 12 step after 17 years in order to get sober. He shares about people dying in AA, realizing it's a cult, and how Ibogaine is what ultimately got him sober. Now he runs a modern addiction detox clinic and is pioneering modern addiction recovery.Justin's Karity Clinic and TikTok Timestamps: 00:00 Intro Justin's Story 12:50 Ibogaine Treatment 18:04 Day He Left AA 21:12 DJ AM's Death + 12 Step 28:11 Relapse, Shame, Shunning 35:46 Addiction Recovery Is Outdated 50:33 Psychedelics Got Him Sober 57:17 "Your Part," Amends, R*pe 1:03:26 Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy + Modern Rehabs 1:15:40 Deprogramming Abstinence 1:25:28 Why Traditional Rehabs Fall Short 1:36:20 Psychedelics In Recovery, Predators, Narcissists 1:44:19 Psychedelics After AA Awakening 2:11:25 AA Trolls 2:17:29 K-holes, Ketamine, Healing 2:27:05 Drugs To Get Off Drugs? 2:31:58 Brainwashing Can Happen Fast🔥 Free Deprogram Course + leaving AA resources → here🧠 Brain optimization tools → here❤️‍🔥 If you’re ready to stop holding yourself back → hereCome vibe with me:Kirsten's FacebookKirsten's InstagramKirsten's TikTok📱 My content creation setup (camera, mic, lighting, etc.) → here💻 Tools + software I use to run my business and create online → here⚠️ Disclaimer: I’m not a therapist, doctor, or licensed healthcare provider. Everything shared is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional care.💖 Some links may be affiliate links. I only share what I genuinely use and love.

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