John Bradshaw and Patrick Carnes: Together One More Time

Two giants in the field of recovery, John Bradshaw and Patrick Carnes, have labored separately and together to empower sexual health in people. Over a decade they did workshops together, called Sexual Shame: the Agony and the Ecstasy. Both were known for their inspiration and entertaining presentations.

They reunited for an evening to support the Houston Council on Addictions sponsored by the Meadows in Wickenburg where both have served as Senior Fellows for years. Production support came from the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP) and the American Foundation for Addiction Research (AFAR).

John Bradshaw died peacefully on May 8, 2016. His death in effect makes this not only the last time these two icons of recovery help appear together, but John’s last public appearance. John’s life, books, and example has touched many millions of people. His PBS series have been one of the widely watched public broadcasting programs ever. He has written many books which continue to be on best seller lists including classics such as Bradshaw on the Family, Healing the Shame that Binds Us, and Homecoming.

On behalf of the Council, the Meadows, IITAP, and AFAR, their staffs, members and alumni, we post this recording of his last moment in public life to honor all that he has done and was.

For more information on John and his life: http://www.johnbradshaw.com/

For more information on Patrick and his work: http://patrickcarnes.com/

During this talk the following were also mentioned:
The Houston Council on Recovery - http://www.councilonrecovery.org/

The Meadows - https://www.themeadows.com/

International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals - https://www.iitap.com/

American Foundation for Addiction Research - https://addictionresearch.com/