Chase Chrisley Unmasks His Battle With Addiction And Trauma

Chase Chrisley Faces His Demons

Chase Chrisley, the reality TV star known for his role in "The Chrisleys: Back to Reality," is opening up about his decision to enter rehab to tackle his addiction struggles and confront deeply buried trauma. In a poignant moment during the series finale, which aired on September 16, Chase has an earnest conversation with his father, Todd Chrisley, as they embark on a journey to a rehabilitation facility.

Chase confides in his father, admitting, "I just need to go and handle a lot of trauma that I have buried. I just thought that I could bury it, bury it, bury it," as reported by People and E! News. He candidly shares his fears about starting addiction treatment, emphasizing his need to "find himself."

"My life's story is not going to be that I went to prison for 28 months. Your life story does not have to be that 'I had an alcohol and substance abuse problem,'" Todd Chrisley reassures his son.

A Father’s Support

Todd Chrisley, offering a pep talk to his 29-year-old son, emphasizes that these struggles are merely chapters in their lives, not the whole story. "That's not your life's story. That's a part. That's a chapter," Todd asserts, encouraging Chase to view his challenges as opportunities for growth and not as defining moments.

This heartfelt exchange comes after Chase's arrest in January for a "simple assault" incident at a sports bar in Atlanta. Despite the legal troubles, Chase's lawyers maintained his innocence, explaining that he was trying to responsibly end his night by calling a driver.

Recovery and Family Dynamics

On the "Chrisley Confessions 2.0" podcast episode from September 17, Todd Chrisley updates listeners on Chase's recovery. Despite differences in parenting approaches with his daughter Savannah, Todd stands firm in his belief that Chase is on the right path. He assures listeners, "In my heart, what I believe is in the best interest of my son is that he is literally getting the help that he needs."

Meanwhile, the Chrisley family continues to navigate their own legal challenges. In May, Todd and Julie Chrisley were released from their respective prisons after serving over two years for conspiracy to defraud community banks of more than $36 million, thanks to a full pardon from former President Trump.

If you or someone you know needs help battling a substance abuse addiction, contact the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration's National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).