Recovery Radio's Podcast

Can writing something down actually help someone in crisis? The experts thing so and one of them is our guest on this installment of Recovery Radio. Kate Ramsey, Clinical Supervior at Retreat Lancaster, Pa. joins us with the “ A B C’s “ of journaling and writing as a self help tool. Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

In addition to getting our bodies in shape for the new year, we mustn’t forget our minds. We are in what has been described as a “mental health crisis .” What to do about this is the subject of this installment of Recovery Radio. Our guest is Jack Sodak, Executive Director of Retreat Behavioral Health’s Synergy Health Programs. Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

The new year is upon us and so are the New Year’s resolutions. Tim Boyle has been guiding people through this process and time of the year in his role as a licensed professional drug/ alcohol therapist. He’ll share with us the techniques he’s found successful and remind us that “Help is out there.” Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

A healthy body and a healthy mind is this week’s subject with our guest Tyler Trettin. Tyler operates Vitality Athletics in Ephrata, Pa. He’ll take us through the steps to increase our physical activity  and improve our healthy eating habits. Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

Peter Schorr, founder and CEO of Retreat Behavioral Health joins us on this edition of Recovery Radio to discuss the mental health crisis as well as Retreat’s launch of their Synergy Health Programs, community based facilities to provide health care treatment to people suffering from a range of issues from anxiety, depression to thoughts of suicide. Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

Ronavia Williams believes that “the pen is mightier than the sword.” She is our guest joining us to discuss how creative writing and journaling changed her life and how she now teachers others those benefits through her group “Come Forth.” Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

“Tis the season” as they say. The holidays, under any circumstances ,can be stressful. For people in recovery or active addiction, they can be particularly difficult. This time on Recovery Radio we tackle handling the holidays with our guests Maggie Hunt and Grace Shober of Retreat at Lancaster County. They will share their stories of managing “home for the holidays “ while in recovery. Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

Why are some many young people hurting themselves? “Self harm” is an increasingly common mental health issue for adolescents today. What causes self harm and how it is treated is the subject of this episode of Recovery Radio. Our guest Tom Longenecker, mental health clinician at Retreat Lancaster County, joins us to shed light on this growing mental health problem. Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

Tom Murphy is our guest on this episode of Recovery Radio. In his career as a mental health clinician Tom has treated many different types of patients dealing with mental health and substance abuse issues. As a former U.S. Marine Tom is also in a unique position when dealing with military veterans. Mental health treatment for our nation’s vets is the subject of this Recovery Radio. Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

Andrew Henderson grew up in something like a “Norman Rockwell” painting. Supportive parents and a perfect New England community were unfortunately not enough to protect him from the substance abuse and mental health issues that derailed both his private life and his military career. Andrew joins us with his inspiring story of the road back to sobriety. Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

Kenneth Paul Rosenberg, MD joins us on this episode of Recovery Radio. Dr. Rosenberg is a psychiatrist, lecturer and award winning film maker. His new book “Bedlam” makes the case that mental illness is the “greatest social crisis of our time.” Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

Andy Mullen has spent nearly 20 years as a middle school guidance counselor. Andy, a published author joins us as our guide through the often bewildering world of middle schoolers as we discuss their challenges, fears and hopes. Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

Dr. Jennifer Murphy joins us on this edition of Recovery Radio. Dr. Murphy is Associate Professor of Criminal Justice at Penn State Berks. Her work there covers areas regarding drug use, criminal justice, drug courts as well as the changing attitudes with respect to substance abuse as a disease rather than a moral failure. Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

Ray Newlin,a lifelong resident of Lancaster PA. Ray was born and raised here and Has seen the effects of addiction first hand. His family life was fraught with early hardships, from his mother dying when he was young to a father who struggled with alcoholism. Ray has had he own demons, addictions, and challenges too. He joins us with his story of recovery and the work he now devotes himself to in helping others battle their demons. Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

Jenny Mercandetti met Sean Mehal and fell in love. Jenny will tell you that “Sean was the love of my life.” One year later their dreams of a life together were shattered when Sean died of a drug overdose. Jenny joins us with her very unfortunate but all too familiar story. She’ll explain how she has taken this terrible loss and turned it into something positive, The Mighty Mehal Foundation in Sean’s memory. Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

Over twelve years ago Devin Reaves turned his life around from one of substance abuse to one of advocacy and service. As Executive Director and co- Founder of The Pennsylvania Harm Reduction Coalition, Devin works tirelessly to help educate the public and our elected officials on the need for comprehensive harm reduction programs. Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

Today’s teenagers and young adults are in the midst of what experts are calling a nation mental health crisis. The reasons for this crisis and the measures needed to treatment the problem is the topic of this episode of Recovery Radio. Joining for the discussion of trauma is Liza Piekarsky, Community Relation Representative with Retreat West Palm Beach is our guest. Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

Peter Schorr, Founder and CEO of Retreat Behavioral Health joins us this time on Recovery Radio. Peter brings his unique perspective and four decades experience dealing with the issues regarding behavioral health to our discussion this week. Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

Alan J. West joins us on this edition of Recovery Radio with his remarkable story of starting life in one grim circumstance and triumphing to where he is today; producer, writer, director. Alan’s work has been shaped by his life, struggles and victories. Alan is also a panelist at Retreat’s W. Palm Beach event on July 24, 2019, entitled “ Mental Health Crisis. Protecting our Youth.” Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

Amy Federer is the Office & Special Projects Coordinator for the Philadelphia branch of NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Health. NAMI is the nation’s largest grassroots organization providing services, free of charge,  for people struggling with substance abuse and/or mental health issues. Amy joins us to explain NAMI’s programs and to remind people that there is help out there. Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

John F. White, Jr is no stranger to public service. A former Pa. state representative, Philadelphia City Councilman and Sec. of Welfare for the Commonwealth, Mr. White has spent a lifetime helping the people of his community. His works continues as President and CEO of The Consortium, an award winning provider of behavioral health service. He is our guest this time on Recovery Radio. Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

Suicide is now the second leading cause of death among young people. We explore some of the reasons this may be happening and probe the question of whether someone can “ catch “ suicide. Dr. Linda Mills, Vice Chancellor and Senior Vice Provost at New York University is our guest on this episode of Recovery Radio. Dr Mills work as an academic and film maker attempts to shed light on the topic of youth suicide. Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.

Cameron Kasky survived the mass shooting at his high school back in 2018. He went on to become a leading voice in the gun control movement. Today as his advocacy continues he has turned his attention to an other threat to his generation: social media. Recovery Radio with host Steve Martorano is program dedicated to sharing stories of hope for all of the individuals and families that suffer from addiction. The show is brought to you by Retreat Behavioral Health & WPSN99.com, The Problem Solving Network.