Ask Dr. Louise

Ask Dr. Louise is a thought-provoking podcast where renowned interventionist and author Dr. Louise Stanger explores the complexities of addiction, mental health, and family dynamics. With decades of experience, she offers expert insight, compassionate guidance, and real conversations designed to educate, empower, and inspire lasting transformation.

Ask Dr. Louise is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 12 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Ask Dr. Louise, a business show with 12 episodes published.

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  Episode #12

  How Golf and Mountains Shape Addiction Recovery with KC Gooding of Jaywalker Lodge

  Aug 13, 202631 min

  In this episode of Ask Dr. Louise , Dr. Louise sits down with longtime friend Casey Gooding, partner at Jaywalker Lodge, for a conversation about recovery, connection, leadership, and personal growth. Casey shares how golf has shaped meaningful relationships and mentorships throughout his career before diving into Jaywalker Lodge’s approach to addiction recovery. He explains why lasting recovery goes beyond completing a treatment program—it’s about creating experiences that help people rediscover joy, purpose, ambition, and community. They also discuss the importance of long-term treatment, family involvement, and creating an environment where transformation can take root. Casey shares stories of men who arrived in crisis and went on to build meaningful lives, with some even returning to serve others in recovery. The conversation explores mentorship, fatherhood, resilience, and how adversity can ultimately shape a life of greater purpose and service. Connect with KC: Website: https://www.jaywalkerlodge.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaywalkerlodge https://www.instagram.com/calisparty/ 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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  Episode #11

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

  Jul 30, 202642 min

  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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  Episode #10

  The Power of Feeling Beautiful: Makeup Artist Allison Elliott on Confidence and Self-Worth

  Jul 16, 202626 min

  What if beauty wasn't about perfection—but about confidence? In this uplifting episode of Ask Dr. Louise , Dr. Louise sits down with celebrity and bridal makeup artist Allison Elliott for a heartfelt conversation about beauty, confidence, entrepreneurship, and discovering your true worth. While Allison has spent decades helping brides, celebrities, and women of all ages look their best, her greatest passion isn't makeup—it's helping people feel beautiful from the inside out. Allison shares her inspiring journey from earning a business degree at her father's encouragement to leaving corporate America, moving to New York City, and building a successful career in the beauty industry. From working at Sephora and learning under legendary makeup artist Laura Geller to New York Fashion Week, celebrity clients, and now owning a luxury bridal beauty agency, Allison's story is one of courage, creativity, and following your calling. Together, Dr. Louise and Allison explore why confidence begins long before the makeup brush, how positive self-talk changes the way we see ourselves, and why every woman deserves to feel radiant—whether it's on her wedding day or an ordinary Tuesday. In this episode, you will learn: Allison's journey from corporate America to becoming a professional makeup artist How following your passion can lead to a fulfilling career Why beauty starts with confidence and self-worth The emotional transformation makeup can create Working with brides, celebrities, and women of every age The importance of enhancing—not hiding—your natural beauty Building confidence through positive self-talk Why comparison steals confidence Starting and growing a successful bridal beauty business Lessons learned from entrepreneurship Finding purpose by reconnecting with what you loved as a child Why taking care of your health contributes to feeling beautiful Allison's experience getting married later in life and what it taught her about love Connect with Allison: Website: https://allisonvalebeauty.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allison.elliott.503 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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  Episode #9

  Comprehensive Healing: Finding the Root Cause of Trauma, Addiction & Mental Illness with Dr. James Flowers

  Jul 2, 202631 min

  Dr. Louise introduces her podcast Ask Dr. Louise and interviews longtime friend and collaborator Dr. James Flowers, CEO of J. Flowers Health Institute in Houston, Texas. They recount meeting in Las Vegas and discuss why their work aligns: an academic, research-driven, precision-based approach that prioritizes deep empathy, selectivity with complex cases, and spending hours with patients rather than relying on time-limited group formats. Flowers explains the Institute’s comprehensive 360-degree diagnostic evaluation, which he describes as a “living MRI” to pinpoint root causes and prevent relapse, emphasizing the need to rule out medical issues. He shares cases where imaging revealed a pituitary tumor and a brain worm misdiagnosed as psychiatric illness. Flowers and Louise discuss trauma, including Flowers’ childhood losses and his “superpower” of compartmentalization, and he advises families to seek comprehensive, well-evaluated treatment beyond what is found via online ads. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Podcast Mission 00:54 Meet Dr James Flowers 02:01 How We First Met 03:06 Why Our Approach Works 06:16 Inside J Flowers Institute 10:03 Medical Mysteries Solved 18:21 Trauma Stories Shared 21:33 Choosing The Right Treatment 25:42 Superpower And Healing 27:44 Whats Next And Contact 30:18 Final Thoughts Connect with Dr. James: Website: https://jflowershealth.com/ 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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  Episode #8

  From Family Crisis to Global Impact: Jessica Sarowitz on Trauma, Healing, and Purpose

  Jun 18, 202645 min

  On Ask Dr. Louise, Dr. Louise Stanger interviews Jessica Sarowitz, who shares how a desperate call for help during her 17-year-old son’s mental health crisis led their family to unite, avoid triangulation, and support an intervention alongside peers, contributing to his progress and upcoming college graduation and his interest in helping others in mental health. Sarowitz describes her work as managing partner of 4S Bay Partners and the Julian Grace Foundation, spanning payroll/HR, real estate, investment analysis, film and documentaries, and philanthropy supporting immigrant children’s rights, an arts-and-technology center in Akko, Israel, and a major Stocker Street Creative development in Baldwin Hills. The conversation covers parenting values, transparency, learning from mistakes, curiosity across cultures, Sarowitz’s childhood abuse and reclaiming her story, travel and scuba diving, goals for the future, gratitude, and maintaining mental health support networks. 00:00 Podcast Preview 00:49 Meet Jessica Sarowitz 01:44 Crisis Call for Help 03:08 David’s Recovery Journey 04:26 Unified Family Support 09:20 Career and Foundation Work 13:00 Global Community Projects 15:47 Parenting Values and Curiosity 20:42 Owning Trauma and Healing 23:18 Travel and Scuba Adventures 26:49 What’s Next and Housing 32:03 Authenticity and Tough Stuff 33:39 Aging and Future Goals 37:19 Support Networks and Closing Connect with Jessica: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-p-sarowitz-48ba59142 Kennedy Human Rights Info: https://kennedyhumanrights.org/person/jessica-p-sarowitz/ 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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