Mark Manderson, leader of Pacific Shores Recovery, shares his personal journey with trauma and addiction. Discover his holistic approach to recovery, confronting the “core lie,” reshaping the brain, and creating safety for lasting transformation. ---- In this episode of Take Back My Brain, Laurie Hammer talks with Mark Manderson, leader of Pacific Shores Recovery, about viewing addiction not as a moral failure but as an invitation to heal. Mark shares his personal story, the importance of addressing the “core lie,” and his holistic approach to recovery that combines clinical care, safety, and family involvement. Listeners learn practical tools for confronting negative self-beliefs, reshaping neural pathways, and creating sustainable habits. Mark also discusses the opioid crisis, busting myths about addiction, and offers free resources to support daily recovery practices. If you want to understand addiction from a holistic perspective and learn actionable steps for healing, this episode is for you. ---- Curious about what kind of stress might be driving your cravings? Take Laurie Hammer’s free Craving Crusher Quiz—it only takes 2 minutes and offers personalized insights to help you understand your body’s signals and support your healing journey. ---- Mark Manderson In the world of mental health and addiction recovery, few have made as lasting an impact as Mark C. Manderson. With multi-decade experience, he has dedicated his life to helping individuals break free from destructive habits and rebuild their lives. His approach goes beyond traditional treatment—combining science-backed strategies with compassionate care to create lasting change. Mark’s mission is to break the stigma around addiction and mental health, proving that healing is possible for everyone with the right support. He wrote The Recovery Way to guide people toward overcoming self-sabotaging behaviors and developed the Pacific Shores App to retrain the brain for better mental health. His recovery center, Pacific Shores Recovery, has been a trusted name for 25 years, offering everything from detox services to online counseling to support individuals and families healing from addiction. For those facing the toughest battles—veterans navigating life after service, men breaking free from destructive cycles, and women overcoming stress-induced substance abuse—find hope and direction through Mark’s programs. He provides the structure, support, and proof that with the right guidance and daily actions, anyone can transform their life. Mark’s achievements speak for themselves—accreditation by The Joint Commission, podcasts, books, manuals, creator of mental health apps, and leadership in healthcare—but for him, it’s not about awards; it’s about impact. His mission is to remove the stigma around mental health and addiction, creating a space where people feel safe to heal and grow. Through Pacific Shores Recovery, Mark continues to inspire, educate, and transform lives, proving that healing is possible for everyone. ---- Mark Henderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/PacificShoresRecovery Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markcmanderson/ Website: https://www.pacificshoresrecovery.com/ The Recovery Roundtable Podcast by Pacific Shores Real conversations about addiction recovery, healing, and hope—straight from the front lines of care: Explore all platforms via Linktree Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts Watch on YouTube ---- Connect with Laurie Hammer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/takebackmybrain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takebackmybrain/ Website: https://www.lauriehammer.com/ ----- Produced by DrTalks: https://drtalks.com/podcast
