Jonathan Avery

Addiction isn’t the end of the story—it can be the turning point. My new book Thriving with Addiction: A New Roadmap for Lasting Recovery and Health explores how recovery can rebuild the brain, restore relationships, and help people rediscover purpose. buff.ly/rLdS9Kj

In this week’s episode of Thriving With Addiction, I speak with Lindsey Metselaar, host of We Met At Acme, about quitting cannabis, sobriety, dating in recovery, and navigating motherhood while staying sober. A thoughtful conversation about honesty, relationships, and building a healthier life in recovery. Available Now — Quitting Cannabis Changed Her Life: Lindsey Metselaar on Sobriety, Relationships , and Motherhood buff.ly/uSPlmMu

Join @jonathanaverymd at @nyphospital/@WeillCornell Medical Center on 4/1 for a tabling event to receive a free Narcan kit. Learn about opioid overdose intervention, what Narcan is & how to use it. Can’t attend? Visit bit.ly/4bO08wD to be in the know on future events.

Psychiatrist, author, and award-winning filmmaker Dr. Kenneth Paul Rosenberg joins the podcast to discuss behavioral addictions, sexual compulsivity, and how addiction intersects with culture, relationships, and storytelling. Listen to The Truth About Sex Addiction: youtu.be/m4yOYomgHgM?si…

With March Madness underway, it’s crucial to address risks tied to the rise in online & sports betting. @WeillCornell’s #OnTheMind host Dr. Daniel Knoepflmacher welcomes back @jonathanaverymd to discuss gambling disorder, key signs & treatments. Listen: bit.ly/41uhmKo

This week, mixed martial artist Jared Gordon shares his recovery journey. We discuss the role of trauma in addiction and what it means to live with the understanding that recovery has no finish line. Listen for a powerful conversation about resilience, faith, and rebuilding a life beyond addiction. youtu.be/PxYfJ5l33bk?si…

In this week’s episode of Thriving With Addiction, I speak with neuroscientist and science writer Tim Requarth about how AI tools like ChatGPT are changing the way we think, learn, and write. We discuss the neuroscience of cognitive “offloading,” the benefits and risks of AI, and why writing itself is an essential tool for learning and brain development. Listen here: youtu.be/d9aWuj92ftA?si… via @YouTube

Parenting, Substance Use and the Power of Connection: Dr. Andrea Temkin-Yu of @WeillCornell joined @jonathanaverymd’s Thriving with Addiction podcast to share how to talk with kids about substance use & why validation and connection matter. Listen: bit.ly/3OTiYur

Recreational marijuana is legal all over—which is a big problem for high school administrators trying to keep it off campus on.wsj.com/4bopC4q

In “Sideline to the Spotlight: Lauren Sisler on Loss, Resilience, and Breaking the Silence Around Addiction”, I speak with Lauren Sisler — ESPN reporter and author of Shatterproof. Lauren shares the story of losing both of her parents to prescription drug overdoses as a college freshman, and how grief, shame, and ultimately honesty shaped her path forward. We talk about resilience, telling the truth, and why breaking the silence around addiction can be a powerful step toward healing. 🎧 Listen to the episode here: youtu.be/7iDWmSeazZk?si…

In a recent episode of Thriving With Addiction, I’m joined by investigative reporter Benjamin Westhoff to discuss the opioid epidemic, his documentary Antagonist, and why naltrexone — an effective, FDA-approved medication — remains underutilized in addiction treatment. youtu.be/IporkdrwLaQ?si…

Former NFL running back Montee Ball Jr. joins me to discuss how addiction filled the void left by football — and how therapy, honesty, and support helped him rebuild from the inside out. Listen to the episode Losing the Game, Finding Yourself now: youtu.be/nLI7p7SyHQw?si…

🎧 Listen now to Parenting, Substance Use, and the Power of Connection In this episode of Thriving With Addiction, hear from Dr. Andrea Temkin-Yu on parenting, substance use, and why connection — not control — is one of the most powerful tools we have to support young people dealing with addiction. youtu.be/tTF8jp00Adw?si…

Listen to the new episode of Thriving With Addiction 🎙️Comedy, Chaos, and Clarity — Finding Recovery in the Spotlight Actor and comedian David Koechner (@davidkoechner) shares his recovery journey — from relapse to accountability, medication, community, and rebuilding family relationships. Recovery isn’t about losing your edge. It’s about living fully. buff.ly/y15jYwC

#DryJanuary may be ending, but healthier drinking habits don’t have to. Small steps—like drink‑free days, tracking intake or choosing alcohol‑free options—can boost sleep, mood and well‑being. If this month helped you reset, keep going. Learn more: bit.ly/3NKvfAP

Celebrating our 2026 fellowship matches! We are so proud of our @WeillCornell/ @nyphospital general psychiatry residents who have matched into exceptional programs across a variety of subspecialties. Congratulations to all on this exciting next step!

Addiction is treatable. Brian’s story proves it. With medical care, therapy, community support & the SAFE program run by @JonathanAveryMD at @wcmpsychiatry/@nyphospital, Brian is now three years sober and helping others find hope. More in the full story: bit.ly/3YQnICP

I am excited to share Two Brothers, One Fight: Addiction and the Law, the latest episode of Thriving With Addiction featuring my brother, Dr. Joseph Avery. In this conversation, we explore substance use and stigma from a legal perspective. buff.ly/GRXtGnh

In the episode, From Capitol Hill to Recovery: Patrick Kennedy’s Fight for Change, I speak with mental health advocate and former congressman, Patrick J. Kennedy. Our conversation covers the pressing issues of stress, despair, and addiction in society, emphasizing the need for a collective moment of clarity to address these challenges. thrivingwithaddiction.com/podcast

@theharrispro Awesome! CMC is the best

@JonathanAveryMD Westchester County utilizes Invitation to Change developed by the Center for Motivation and Change, It is offered to every family with a teen or young adult receiving Encompass - evidence-based, integrated treatment for co-occurring disorders. The MI skills align really well.

Most clinicians agree family support improves outcomes in substance use disorder care — yet referrals remain rare. A new study highlights gaps in training and confidence, especially among younger providers. Supporting recovery means supporting families, too. buff.ly/5L5PORr