Diagnoses: Help or Hindrance?

How does a mental health diagnosis shape your life?

Finn and Dr. Sarah Michaud invite fellow therapist and recovery expert Beth Lacey to dissect the world of mental health diagnoses. They explore the DSM's history, debate its strengths and pitfalls, and share personal insights on navigating labels in recovery.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Mental health diagnoses can offer clarity and support for those struggling.

• Over-diagnosis risks pathologizing normal human emotions.

• Diagnoses may be misused, leading to stigma or as excuses.

NOTABLE QUOTE

"Diagnoses can be used as weapons." — Beth Lacey

GUEST BIO

Beth Lacey is a retired licensed social worker with 35 years in mental health, specializing in chronic concerns, trauma, and recovery. She brings a wealth of knowledge and personal experience as a woman in recovery.

Connect with Us:

• Dr. Sarah Michaud — Author of Co Crazy

• Follow @leavingcrazytown on YouTube

• Website: https://drsarahmichaud.com/

Music by Dmitrii Kolesnikov from Pixabay

Leaving CrazyTown is a raw, real-talk podcast hosted by Finn and Dr. Sarah Michaud, two recovering addicts turned relatable guides on the wild ride of codependency healing. With a unique blend of humor, honesty, and clinical insight, this show tackles the chaos of dysfunctional relationships, identity loss, and boundary disasters — while offering practical tools, powerful storytelling, and a roadmap for emotional freedom. Weekly episodes on YouTube (@leavingcrazytown) and all major podcast platforms.