Evoked

Zachary shares his story of overcoming addiction in order to save his marriage and other relationships. His insights on addiction recovery have led him to create a platform to help others that are struggling with similar addictions. Listen to his incredible insights and advice given about this topic. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Alexa shares her story about drug addiction and how her addictions led to prostitution and later having a child in prison. Listen to the amazing changes Alexa has made over the years to overcome these addictions and become a caring mother to her two children. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Growing up, Jake was often asked to uproot himself and move to another town, find new friends, and learn new cultures. Between this, education, and living abroad, he found himself living with a panic disorder. Listen to how he has turned his adversity into success here at Evoked Podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Jenn is a licensed counselor who focuses on child trauma and autism. Childred depend exclusively on parents/caregivers for survival and protection. Without receiving treatment, repeated childhood exposure to traumatic events can affect the brain and nervous system and increase health-risk behaviors. Jenn focuses on helping these children receive the help they need when facing trauma. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

At a time in his life when he felt he had no direction, Tim turned to drugs and alcohol and his life began to spiral downward. Just when he thought he hit rock-bottom, he found faith in Jesus Christ. Since then, Tim became a pastor and mentor for youth and has helped so many overcome their personal struggles. Listen to his story here! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

It's becoming seemingly obvious that every person will endure some type of trial in their lifetime. The difference is in how the person responds. Fred Green has had a rough road to a national title, but he was able to overcome all odds by seeing growth in failure and ignoring the aspects that couldn't be controlled. In this episode, Fred talks about the process of finding himself as well as what that means to him now. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Senior Financial Advisor at NFP, Michael Coakley, talks about the stress your financial situations can put on your mental wellness and how to alleviate the stress that comes with finances by better managing your money. Studies show that 46% of individuals with a debt problem are more likely to also have a mental health problem. Learning to manage your finances can have an everlasting, beneficial effect on your mental wellness.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Megan Bliss is a Nurse Practitioner who focuses on hormones and hormone imbalance. Hormonal imbalances can occur from some things like environmental toxins, age, the way we move, what we eat, etc. and affect both men and women. Megan discusses the symptoms of hormone imbalance, treatments, and common misunderstandings of hormones in the human body. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Seth is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, co-host of The Anatomy of Marriage Podcast, a life coach, and innovator in the field of mental health. Not only does he have lived experience in overcoming relational trials, but he is also a man who is willing to work on his mental wellbeing and help others to do the same. Check out his story and listen to the incredible vision he has! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Growing up with a drug addicted mother who was absent most of her life, Jordan was left to figure out what life was really like all by herself. Jordan tells us her story about growing up in a house full of drugs and neglect and what that meant for her future. She tells about her turning point and how she was able to get control of her life even when the cards weren't dealt in her favor. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Todd Sylvester is a Beliefs System Counselor and founder of the non-profit, anti-drug entity Sly Dog with the slogan "Drug Free That's Me". He is also the author for “Its time to start living” and “I am recovered”. In this episode Todd shares his story about wanting to end his life and the insights on how he has not only been able to overcome his drug and alcohol addictions, suicidal thoughts and depression, but also how he has used these experiences to change the lives of those around him. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Landon was brilliant in school until some life changes happened and he noticed that it was extremely difficult for him to keep up. The doctors thought he was depressed, but that wasn't the case. Find out what helped Landon and listen to his stories here! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Kimberly is a great example of someone who has proactively sought to be happy despite her trials. Listen to how she has found Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) to positively impact her life. She has gained a lot of wisdom throughout her short life in the realm of mental wellness. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Max Zen Jones is a professional poker player turned life coach who uses sensory deprivation to assist people in their journey to overcome addiction, find peace in their life, or just becoming more in tune with themselves. Max explains what sensory deprivation is and the positive effects it has on the human mind and body. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Clint Pulver is inspiring. From struggling in school and relationships to Emmy Award winner, speaker, and author, Clint is set on living a life of significance. Listen to his story and his research as the Undercover Millennial - in turn you will desire to live a life of significance. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Stephan has a powerful story that vividly paints a picture of what people go through when suffering from addiction. Listen to how he has been able to turn his extreme personality from drug use to creating a life for himself, his daughter, and everyone he serves.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Brayden tells us how he has been able to overcome childhood abuse and tough living situations and make a successful, happy life for himself. Amazing insights on how to turn your life around and find the good in every situation. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

After a fatal accident from distracted driving, Jace has dealt with PTSD and had to strive for a sense of normalcy. Listen to the power and influence that he has been able to have after being proactive toward therapy and experiencing forgiveness that changed his life. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Hailey's story is an incredible, uplifting story about how to recover from not only one, but multiple sexual assaults and rapes. While struggling with depression, anxiety, rape, ptsd, and so much more, Hailey still manages to find a way to be positive and find happiness through all of her trials. Listen to an amazing story that will bring positivity into anyones life. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

In honor of Suicide Prevention Month we asked Jasmine to share her story. She has gone through so much and been able to come out on top with a positive attitude and succeed in a difficult nursing program. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Lexi shares her story of trauma and sexual assault as she seeks to help others that have struggled with similar experiences to reach out and find help. The trauma that comes from being raped or sexually assaulted can leave you feeling scared, ashamed, and alone. Your life may feel shattered as you are plagued with nightmares and flashbacks, you may no longer trust others or even yourself. It is important that you do not put the blame on yourself for what happened. It is important to remember that what you are experiencing is a normal reaction to trauma. Your feelings of helplessness, shame, and self-blame are symptoms, not reality. No matter how difficult it may seem, there is always a way out. Lexi's story is a story of strength and hope for those that have been sexually assaulted and feel hopeless. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Dan is an optimist just trying to live a normal life. While he recently found out that he battles with depression and anxiety, he has struggled with anxiety for years. Listen to how his faith in Jesus Christ helps him continuously battle for his mental health. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

In this episode we hear from a young lady who has been diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder. Jacey describes what it is like living with this condition and how she has learned to manage her mental health. Listen to her story and learn more about what Borderline Personality Disorder is.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Skyler is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked in residential treatment for over ten years. His experiences as a clinician, manager, and coach have helped him to be an advocate of mental health; especially building resilience in youth. Listen to what he has to say about structure and raising children. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Anxiety and depression come in so many forms. Everyone has their own experience. In Haley's case, social anxiety tends to manifest the most. Listen to how she deals with it and what helps her cope! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Crystal has overcome much hardship in her life, but it was never easy. There came a point in her life when she decided that the best choice would be to end her life. Listen to how someone else's service benefited her.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

This episode talks about the rare illness called postpartum psychosis. Not very many people have heard of postpartum psychosis or what it is, so we have invited Ashley onto the show to share with us her experiences of struggling with postpartum psychosis while still trying to raise her children and maintain her relationships with loved ones. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Dillon has gone through a lot in his life between parents splitting at a young age and boarding school to using drugs and losing hope in life. Find out how he has been led to art therapy and the ways it helps benefit him mentally. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Divorce rates have increased dramatically during the government issued quarantine. In this episode Marriage and Family Counselor, Thurmon Thomas, gives counseling on how we can strengthen relationships, especially through hard times. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

James shares his amazing story about what it's like living with depression, overcoming addiction, and learning what it means to be strong. It is often difficult to forgive those that have hurt or abused you, but James teaches us what it means to forgive and how that has helped him gain control over his life. Tune into this episode to hear a truly inspiring story! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

With the current epidemic, we are being forced to adapt to the unpredictable circumstances around us. Not only has the economy been affected but our behavioral health has changed immensely during these times. Antonio discusses the change in the economy and human behavior during the COVID-19 quarantine and social distancing. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Lori Summer is the supervisor for the mentoring and life skills programs at Ariel Clinical Services. Listen to her amazing experiences and incites to helping foster children and others overcome trauma and build the necessary skills for life. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Christine from the platform ED_Stories on Instagram shares her story of living with an eating disorder and how it overtook many aspects of her life. Listen to how she has been able to cope and use that to help many others.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Ever wondered what it is like to deal with a genetic disorder or an illness? Ben Kjar's story of defying the odds will inspire you. Go check him out on Instagram and Facebook. What an example to all who struggle. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Freddie is a great example of someone who is actively taking part in reducing the stigma surrounding mental health. As President of Colorado Mesa University's National Alliance of Mental Illness on campus, he has great incite and. Hear what he has to say about taking an active part against the stigma associated with mental illness. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Getting the perspective from a teen and his mother on dealing with depression and homosexuality.   --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Tanner is an extremely smart student who deals with depression on a daily basis. Listen to his story of how he finds through others and how it has affected his life.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Jason has an incredible story of using his faith to overcome addiction and childhood trauma. Listen to what he has to say and hear what his life is like now. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support

Mayrene is an incredible example of overcoming the effects substance abuse has on her and her family. Listen to her story of how she manages her life every day.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evoked/support