In this episode, B. Reeves and Justin McClendon sit down with Cini Shaw, Director at The Lighthouse in New Canaan, Connecticut. Cini shares her personal recovery journey and how it led her to help create one of the nation’s most respected recovery residences for executives, professionals, and families.

From flexible, concierge-style sober living to coaching and family support, Cini explains how The Lighthouse provides an elevated, individualized path to long-term recovery. She also speaks candidly about the stigma women face when seeking help and why compassionate care is critical to lasting change.

Whether you’re looking to understand sober living options, improve family support, or hear an inspiring recovery story, this episode is packed with insight, heart, and hope.

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Trey Laird Interview: Available on past episodes of Finding New Waters

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Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome Cini Shaw from The Lighthouse

01:05 – What is The Lighthouse recovery residence?

03:00 – Expanding services: Coaching, sober apartments, and intensives

05:25 – Balancing recovery with real life (work, travel, family)

09:00 – Cini’s personal story of alcoholism, detox, and early recovery

11:00 – The power of one act of kindness: her first meeting

14:00 – Why it’s harder for women to ask for help

18:00 – The myth of perfection and mommy wine culture

20:30 – Helping women reintegrate with family while in care

22:00 – Career transitions and building a life that lights you up

24:00 – What is a recovery coach and how are they different from therapists or sponsors?

27:00 – Real-life support: dating, airports, football games, and more

29:00 – Why matching clients with the right coach matters

31:00 – Family coaching and the Invitation to Change model

34:00 – Healing the whole family: The Healing Forest metaphor

36:00 – The meaning of “Wellbriety” and growing wellness

37:30 – Fun, connection, and living a full life in recovery

38:30 – How to get in touch with Cini and visit The Lighthouse

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