Podcasts about Peer support specialist

The America's Work Force Union Podcast proudly sponsored a panel discussion held earlier this year at the Fourth Annual Construction Working Minds Summit in Dallas. The summit's purpose is to support mental health awareness in the building trades. To kick off Mental Health Awareness Month, today's show features discussions from that panel, called Health Building Blocks for the Building Trades. Panel guests included:  Alanna Marklund, Special Representative, United Association Canada Ben Bradshaw, Business Manager, UA Local 100 in Dallas Mike Hazard, Program Administrator, United Association Veterans in Piping Program Pete Ielmini, Executive Director, Mechanical Insulators LMCT James Pursell, Peer Support Specialist, Laborers LEAN STL 

In this episode, we explore the integration of yoga and holistic practices into public mental health care. We discuss practical strategies to make these tools accessible for clients, the benefits of trauma-informed yoga, breathwork, and mindfulness, and the barriers to implementation. Nina Marie shares her experiences as a peer support specialist, explaining how techniques like resourcing can be beneficial in public mental health settings. Learn about their approaches to making mental health care more compassionate and accessible, complete with a guided resourcing activity for therapists to incorporate into their practices.MEET Nina Marie CollinsI am a 500-hr yoga teacher, and I also work in the public mental health field as a Peer Support Specialist. I care deeply about bringing holistic practices into mental health care, particularly public mental health care which often serves people with both mental health challenges and poverty. These people may otherwise not get access to holistic practices. I have taught yoga in several of the mental health settings I've worked in. Recently, I am completed a training to be a facilitator of energy work. I am passionate about bringing holistic practices and spirituality into mental health care, particularly in the public system.Find out more at Spectrum Yoga and connect with Nina on Instagram and FacebookIntegrating Yoga into Public Mental HealthChallenges and Strategies in Public Mental HealthSuccess Stories and Practical ApplicationsResourcing Practice DemonstrationConnect With Me Instagram: @chris_mcdonald58Facebook: Yoga In The Therapy PodcastJoin the private Facebook Group: Bringing Yoga Into the Therapy RoomTikTok: @YogaChris58Rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, and SpotifyHow To Build Competence and Confidence in Integrating Yoga Into the Therapy RoomHolistic Mindful Check-Ins by Chris McDonald, LCMHCSSelf-Care for the Counselor: A Companion Workbook: An Easy to Use Workbook to Support you on Your Holistic Healing and Counselor Self-Care Journey ... A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals)Claim your 30-Day...

Don't miss this episode of Interfaith's Homeless in San Diego to see how Neighborhood Healthcare's street medicine team is making a local impact. Meet Ana, Peer Support Specialist, and Saul, Street Medicine Medical Assistant, as they share how they provide medical care, support sobriety, and collaborate with Interfaith. Links: https://www.nhcare.org/ Withdrawal Management Number: 760 489-6380 #193 HIPAA Compliant Text Line: 760 203-3350 City Council The meeting for our Detox expansion will take place on Wednesday, February 19th at 5 p.m. at Escondido City Hall (201 North Broadway, Escondido, CA 92025). Free public parking is available in several municipal lots on the City Hall campus. Wear Interfaith blue for support! To write a letter of support click here: https://win.newmode.net/intesa/550wwashingtonconditionalusepermitdetoxmodification/clone More info and where to get Narcan: https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/dam/sdc/hhsa/programs/mcsd/mcsd/outreach-&-education/Street%20Medicine%20Contact%20List.pdf https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/hhsa/programs/phs/od2a/naloxone.html

Chrissie Hodges is an OCD Advocate, Peer Support Specialist, and Author of ‘Pure OCD: The Invisible Side of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder’. For over a decade, Chrissie has worked closely with individuals living with OCD, as well as providing training to government agencies to enable them to better support people with OCD. In this episode, Chrissie shares her powerful personal journey with OCD starting from age eight, describes how religious scrupulosity and emetophobia shaped her early experiences and opens up about her path from struggling in silence to becoming a prominent voice in the OCD community through peer support and advocacy work. Resources and links: Chrissie Hodges’ website Chrissie Hodges on YouTube Chrissie Hodges on Instagram OCD Gamechangers website Webinars, books, and training by Melbourne Wellbeing Group OCD training workshops by Dr Celin Gelgec OCD focused supervision for healthcare professionals with Dr Celin Gelgec Connect: https://www.melbournewellbeinggroup.com.au/ http://www.drcelingelgec.com.au/ This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Alternative response teams are being asked to tackle vexing problems: mental illness, homelessness, addiction. How much can they actually do? We explore how Durham grapples with connecting people to long-term care and support, and where the city draws the line between crisis response and social services.Guests:Ryan Smith, Director, Durham Community Safety DepartmentSammetta Cutler, Peer Support Specialist, Durham Community Safety DepartmentSarah Hall, Durham residentDavid Prater, Peer Support Specialist, Durham Community Safety DepartmentJohn Warasila, Real estate developer and architect, Alliance ArchitectureBo Ferguson, Deputy City Manager, DurhamPatrice Andrews, Police Chief, Durham Police DepartmentChristie Thompson, Staff Writer, The Marshall ProjectAllison Casey, EMT, Durham Community Safety DepartmentEMS, Fire, Police and the 911 Call Center make up the existing four branches of the public safety system. A special series from Tradeoffs and The Marshall Project explores how a city radically changes its response to people in crisis, by creating a fifth branch. Nearly half of the country's 50 largest cities - including San Francisco, New York, Houston, Chicago - have launched programs to send unarmed responders to 911 calls historically handled by cops. In the process creating a new generation of first responders made up of clinicians, EMTs and unarmed mental health workers all responding to people who struggle with addiction, homelessness and mental illness. To understand this work we head to Durham, North Carolina, which has - in the face of skepticism and downright opposition - built one of the most comprehensive programs in the country.How did Durham pull off what so many cities have struggled to do? Tradeoffs and The Marshall Project examine this groundbreaking work and the challenges it's facing, both in Durham and around the country.Learn more on our website.Want more Tradeoffs? Sign up for our free weekly newsletter featuring the latest health policy research and news.Support this type of journalism today, with a gift. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do you keep everyone safe? We look at HEART's impact on the safety of Durham residents in crisis, the mental health workers responding, and the police.Guests:David Prater, Peer Support Specialist, Durham Department of Community SafetyRyan Smith, Director, Durham Department of Community SafetyYolanda, Durham residentSgt. Dan Leeder, Durham Police DepartmentPatrice Andrews, Police Chief, Durham Police DepartmentChristie Thompson, Staff Writer, The Marshall ProjectEMS, Fire, Police and the 911 Call Center make up the existing four branches of the public safety system. A special series from Tradeoffs and The Marshall Project explores how a city radically changes its response to people in crisis, by creating a fifth branch. Nearly half of the country's 50 largest cities - including San Francisco, New York, Houston, Chicago - have launched programs to send unarmed responders to 911 calls historically handled by cops. In the process creating a new generation of first responders made up of clinicians, EMTs and unarmed mental health workers all responding to people who struggle with addiction, homelessness and mental illness. To understand this work we head to Durham, North Carolina, which has - in the face of skepticism and downright opposition - built one of the most comprehensive programs in the country.How did Durham pull off what so many cities have struggled to do? Tradeoffs and The Marshall Project examine this groundbreaking work and the challenges it's facing, both in Durham and around the country.The Marshall Project's Christie Thompson reports on the state of alternative crisis response across the country.Learn more about this series, which first ran in July, 2024 on our website.Want more Tradeoffs? Sign up for our free weekly newsletter featuring the latest health policy research and news.Support this type of journalism today, with a gift. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recovery Clubhouse Recovery Peer Support Specialist Kari Bradley & Recovery Program Specialist Cody Hatton 11-14-24

Resilient Voices & Beyond PodcastSeason 3, Episode 33 

Tom's guests on Northeast Delta Dental Radio Tara Mahoney, LPC, LCMHC Founder & CEO of the Equine Immersion Project, LLC and Staff Sergeant, US Army Ret. Equine and Peer Support Specialist discussing the Equine Immersion Project.

In this deeply insightful episode, Amy Wheeler sits down with Brooke West to explore the intricate landscape of yoga therapy, mental health, and the critical need for peer support within the yoga community. Brooke shares her personal journey, including the development of her emerging program, Mad Yoga Network, which serves as a peer support platform specifically for yoga teachers and therapists. The conversation delves into the challenges faced by neurodivergent yoga professionals, the struggle of maintaining financial stability in the wellness industry, and the powerful potential of collaborative networks.Key Discussion Points:Mad Yoga Network:Brooke introduces her Mad Yoga Network, a consciousness-driven peer support group for yoga teachers and therapists. This network aims to create an open, supportive space where professionals can discuss mental health, financial challenges, and the unique experiences of neurodivergent individuals in the yoga community.The Need for Peer Support:The conversation highlights the critical importance of peer support in the yoga industry, especially for those struggling with mental health issues. Brooke emphasizes that peer support allows for open dialogue about personal challenges, fostering a sense of community and reducing feelings of isolation.Challenges in the Yoga Industry:Brooke and Amy discuss the difficulties of making a living as a yoga teacher or therapist, particularly in the post-pandemic world. They address the misconceptions about the financial stability of well-known yoga professionals and the reality that many are struggling to sustain their livelihoods.Intellectual Property and Ethics:The episode touches on the sensitive issue of intellectual property theft within the yoga community. Brooke shares her personal experiences and the emotional impact of having her work appropriated without credit, highlighting the need for ethical practices in the industry.The Future of Yoga Communities:Brooke discusses her vision for intentional communities based on the values of yoga, where individuals can share resources, responsibilities, and support. She draws from her experiences with various intentional communities and worker cooperatives, suggesting that this model could provide a sustainable way forward for the yoga community.Yoga as a Tool for Mental Health:The episode explores how yoga can be a powerful tool for managing mental health, not just for practitioners but also for yoga teachers themselves. Brooke and Amy discuss the potential of yoga to support those experiencing spiritual awakenings, which can often be mistaken for mental health crises.Resources and Upcoming Events:For more information about Brooke West and her work, visit Brooke West Yoga.Learn more about the Mad Yoga Network and how to get involved in upcoming peer support sessions.Additional Resources with Amy Wheeler:University of Minnesota Therapeutic Yoga SeriesPolyvagal Institute Mighty App7-Week Course on Yoga, Yoga Therapy & Polyvagal TheoryOptimal State Mobile AppOptimal State and Yoga Therapy Hour Patreon·       Monday Night Yoga Therapy Clinic on www.TheOpimtalState.com·       Join us for our Monday night Yoga Therapy Clinics, specially designed to address specific health and wellness topics. The sessions are held every Monday from 4:00-5:15 PM PST and are led by Amy Wheeler, a seasoned expert in yoga therapy. This clinic provides a supportive environment where participants can explore therapeutic yoga techniques to aid in addiction recovery and overall well-being.·       For those seeking professional development, there is an option to stay longer after class and earn Continuing Education (CE) credits. This extended session offers in-depth training and valuable insights into integrating yoga therapy with addiction treatment.

Alternative response teams are being asked to tackle vexing problems: mental illness, homelessness, addiction. How much can they actually do? We explore how Durham grapples with connecting people to long-term care and support, and where the city draws the line between crisis response and social services.Guests:Ryan Smith, Director, Durham Community Safety DepartmentSammetta Cutler, Peer Support Specialist, Durham Community Safety DepartmentSarah Hall, Durham residentDavid Prater, Peer Support Specialist, Durham Community Safety DepartmentJohn Warasila, Real estate developer and architect, Alliance ArchitectureBo Ferguson, Deputy City Manager, DurhamPatrice Andrews, Police Chief, Durham Police DepartmentChristie Thompson, Staff Writer, The Marshall ProjectAllison Casey, EMT, Durham Community Safety DepartmentEMS, Fire, Police and the 911 Call Center make up the existing four branches of the public safety system. A special series from Tradeoffs and The Marshall Project explores how a city radically changes its response to people in crisis, by creating a fifth branch. Nearly half of the country's 50 largest cities - including San Francisco, New York, Houston, Chicago - have launched programs to send unarmed responders to 911 calls historically handled by cops. In the process creating a new generation of first responders made up of clinicians, EMTs and unarmed mental health workers all responding to people who struggle with addiction, homelessness and mental illness. To understand this work we head to Durham, North Carolina, which has - in the face of skepticism and downright opposition - built one of the most comprehensive programs in the country.How did Durham pull off what so many cities have struggled to do? Tradeoffs and The Marshall Project examine this groundbreaking work and the challenges it's facing, both in Durham and around the country.Learn more on our website.Want more Tradeoffs? Sign up for our free weekly newsletter featuring the latest health policy research and news.Support this type of journalism today, with a gift. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alternative response teams are being asked to tackle vexing problems: mental illness, homelessness, addiction. How much can they actually do? We explore how Durham grapples with connecting people to long-term care and support, and where the city draws the line between crisis response and social services.Guests:Ryan Smith, Director, Durham Community Safety DepartmentSammetta Cutler, Peer Support Specialist, Durham Community Safety DepartmentSarah Hall, Durham residentDavid Prater, Peer Support Specialist, Durham Community Safety DepartmentJohn Warasila, Real estate developer and architect, Alliance ArchitectureBo Ferguson, Deputy City Manager, DurhamPatrice Andrews, Police Chief, Durham Police DepartmentChristie Thompson, Staff Writer, The Marshall ProjectAllison Casey, EMT, Durham Community Safety DepartmentEMS, Fire, Police and the 911 Call Center make up the existing four branches of the public safety system. A special series from Tradeoffs and The Marshall Project explores how a city radically changes its response to people in crisis, by creating a fifth branch. Nearly half of the country's 50 largest cities - including San Francisco, New York, Houston, Chicago - have launched programs to send unarmed responders to 911 calls historically handled by cops. In the process creating a new generation of first responders made up of clinicians, EMTs and unarmed mental health workers all responding to people who struggle with addiction, homelessness and mental illness. To understand this work we head to Durham, North Carolina, which has - in the face of skepticism and downright opposition - built one of the most comprehensive programs in the country.How did Durham pull off what so many cities have struggled to do? Tradeoffs and The Marshall Project examine this groundbreaking work and the challenges it's facing, both in Durham and around the country.Learn more on our website.Want more Tradeoffs? Sign up for our free weekly newsletter featuring the latest health policy research and news.Support this type of journalism today, with a gift. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do you keep everyone safe? We look at HEART's impact on the safety of Durham residents in crisis, the mental health workers responding, and the police.Guests:David Prater, Peer Support Specialist, Durham Department of Community SafetyRyan Smith, Director, Durham Department of Community SafetyYolanda, Durham residentSgt. Dan Leeder, Durham Police DepartmentPatrice Andrews, Police Chief, Durham Police DepartmentChristie Thompson, Staff Writer, The Marshall ProjectEMS, Fire, Police and the 911 Call Center make up the existing four branches of the public safety system. A special series from Tradeoffs and The Marshall Project explores how a city radically changes its response to people in crisis, by creating a fifth branch. Nearly half of the country's 50 largest cities - including San Francisco, New York, Houston, Chicago - have launched programs to send unarmed responders to 911 calls historically handled by cops. In the process creating a new generation of first responders made up of clinicians, EMTs and unarmed mental health workers all responding to people who struggle with addiction, homelessness and mental illness. To understand this work we head to Durham, North Carolina, which has - in the face of skepticism and downright opposition - built one of the most comprehensive programs in the country.How did Durham pull off what so many cities have struggled to do? Tradeoffs and The Marshall Project examine this groundbreaking work and the challenges it's facing, both in Durham and around the country.Learn more on our website.Want more Tradeoffs? Sign up for our free weekly newsletter featuring the latest health policy research and news.Support this type of journalism today, with a gift. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We look at HEART's impact on the safety of Durham residents in crisis, the mental health workers responding, and the police.Guests:David Prater, Peer Support Specialist, Durham Department of Community SafetyRyan Smith, Director, Durham Department of Community SafetyYolanda, Durham residentSgt. Dan Leeder, Durham Police DepartmentPatrice Andrews, Police Chief, Durham Police DepartmentChristie Thompson, Staff Writer, The Marshall ProjectEMS, Fire, Police and the 911 Call Center make up the existing four branches of the public safety system. A special series from Tradeoffs and The Marshall Project explores how a city radically changes its response to people in crisis, by creating a fifth branch. Nearly half of the country's 50 largest cities - including San Francisco, New York, Houston, Chicago - have launched programs to send unarmed responders to 911 calls historically handled by cops. In the process creating a new generation of first responders made up of clinicians, EMTs and unarmed mental health workers all responding to people who struggle with addiction, homelessness and mental illness. To understand this work we head to Durham, North Carolina, which has - in the face of skepticism and downright opposition - built one of the most comprehensive programs in the country.How did Durham pull off what so many cities have struggled to do? Tradeoffs and The Marshall Project examine this groundbreaking work and the challenges it's facing, both in Durham and around the country.The Marshall Project's Christie Thompson reports on the state of alternative crisis response across the country.Learn more on our website.Want more Tradeoffs? Sign up for our free weekly newsletter featuring the latest health policy research and news.Support this type of journalism today, with a gift. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Atkinson was born in to a Virginia family with a tradition of military service on both sides, to parents who would divorce around the time he was four. In middle school/junior high, Will would move to Wisconsin with his mom and younger fraternal twin brother and sister. After graduating from high school in a town called Manitowoc, Will went on the enlist in the US Army, serving for four years and ten months as a combat medic, which included two deployments to Iraq. Upon his release from active duty, Will affiliated with the Wisconsin National Guard, serving for another three years while attending the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater. Will earned a BS in Biology there, and has also earned a Masters of Public Health from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Will has been a volunteer firefighter since the fall of 2019, and has also volunteered for multiple Veteran Service Organizations and Emergency Medical Services. Will currently works as a Peer Support Specialist at the Madison VA Medical Center. http://maniacretreats.org/ National Suicide Prevention Hotline 988 thewashdownpodcast@gmail.com #NeverAloneAlwaysForward

Turning Her Dark Time into Hope for Others. Jeanette is saying “yes” more now to offers to share her story. She is Peer Support Specialist who specifically is in recovery from devastating impact of Bipolar Disorder. Listen to this powerful episode of hope and recovery. Jeanette Towns, Recovery Support Specialists for Northern IL NAMI, jeanette@naminorthernillinois.org, 815.963.2470 ext. 2

In this episode of On the Road, we welcome Tyler Nash, Program Manager of The Wellness Center in Oxnard, California. Tyler introduces us to the center's mission of providing accessible mental health services to individuals in Ventura County, particularly those who might otherwise be underserved. He explains how people find their way to The Wellness Center, emphasizing that neither insurance nor money is required to receive support. The center refers to its clients as "Members," who have the autonomy to choose how they spend their time within the clubhouse environment. The staff, known as "Peer Support Specialists," play a crucial role in supporting Members, bringing the benefit of lived experience to their interactions. Tyler shares that while some individuals stay for a short time, others may engage with the center's services for years. Collaborations with other entities are key to helping Members reintegrate into society effectively. He delves into the origins and uniqueness of The Wellness Center concept and its connection to the peer movement at Turning Point. The center prides itself on being a judgment-free zone, which stands in contrast to the outside world. Additionally, Tyler highlights the center's mobile services, the dynamic interaction between Members and staff, and the rigorous training involved to become a Peer Support Specialist, including WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan) classes. He discusses the uniqueness of The Wellness Center as a walk-in facility in Ventura County, sustained by funding from Ventura County Behavioral Health, ensuring all services remain free for Members. Through this engaging conversation, listeners gain a comprehensive understanding of the vital role The Wellness Center plays in the community.   Watch the full episode HERE What you'll learn in this episode: 0:00 Welcome to On the Road and introduction of our guest, Tyler Nash, Program Manager of The Wellness Center 0:32 The mission of The Oxnard Wellness Center is to create a space for people to receive mental health services who may not be reached in Ventura County 1:19 Find out how individuals end up at The Wellness Center 1:59 We learn that you do not need insurance or even money to receive services  2:41 “Members,” as The Wellness Center refers to individuals receiving services, get to choose how they spend their time in the clubhouse setting 3:28 Tyler tells us that the staff is called, “Peer Support Specialists,” and tells us the benefits of having them support those currently being serviced. 5:15 Some people only stay for a short period of time, others receive services for years at The Wellness Center 5:43 How collaborations with other entities happen to ensure Members can get on track to functioning in society 7:55 The idea of The Wellness Center: Is it a new concept and how did it come together in the beginning? 9:36 Tyler tells us more about the unique value that the peer movement at Turning Point and The Wellness Center 10:59 There is no judging at The Wellness Center, which is no always the case in the outside world 11:38 A mobile version of The Wellness Center 12:43 The interaction between the members and the people that work at The Wellness Center and the training and certification involved to become a Peer Support Specialist including the WRAP classes 17:36 Is The Wellness Center and a walk-in facility something unique to Ventura County 18:08 Funding from Ventura County Behavioral Health and how it keeps it free for members and the type of individuals that come to the center 19:49 A special thank you to our sponsor, Opus escrow   Related Episodes: Growth Beyond Challenges: Cultivating Wellness at Growing Works Unveiling Humanity Through Compassion, Hope & a Costume A Recovery Oasis at Nate's Place The Wellness Center: turningpointfoundation.org Next To Public Health - Center Point Mall 2697 Saviers Rd. Oxnard, CA 93033 805-653-5045   The Turning Point Foundation: 1736 S Lewis Rd, Camarillo, CA 93012 (805) 586-9900   Contact Paul Ward: 805-479-5004 paul@homeandranchteam.com   Have ideas for future episodes? We'd love to answer your questions - leave a comment! For any home buying or home selling needs in the Ventura County area of California, please reach out to Paul@HomeAndRanchTeam.com or visit www.HomeAndRanchTeam.com   A special THANK YOU to our sponsor, OPUS ESCROW! Farm Talk with Paul Ward would not be possible without the support of our sponsor Opus Escrow. Supporting our sponsor ensures Farm Talk can provide listeners with the best possible episodes.

Send us a Text Message.It was great connecting with Kurt! Not only is he sober, but he is also from my hometown of St. Louis, MO.Kurt Schmidt is a Certified Peer Support Specialist and Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) who merges personal resilience with professional expertise. With an MSW from Missouri State University and an MBA from Webster University, Kurt draws from 15 years of business, technology, and service experience to offer effective peer support for mental health and substance use disorders.He helps build meaningful connections with individuals and families, empowering them to embrace their strengths for positive change. Kurt's journey from culinary school to mental health advocate showcases the transformative power of resilience. Battling addiction since his early twenties, Kurt's story is a testament to committing to recovery. His roles as a Peer Support Specialist and LMSW reflect both personal milestones and professional achievements.The creation of The Peer Network signifies Kurt's commitment to equitable opportunities for peer support specialists. Supported by his wife Melinda and their daughters, Kurt's story inspires hope for recovery and renewal.I hope you enjoy today's show. Be sure to connect with Busy Living Sober! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/busylivingsoberpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/busylivingsoberYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elizabethchance X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BusyLivingSober Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elizabethlchance/busy-living-sober/   Sign up for email updates: http://eepurl.com/iDtRnw  For more information, feel free to reach out to me at elizabeth@elizabethchance.comTo connect with Kurt: The Peer Network: https://thepeernetwork.com/Email: info@thepeernetwork.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepeernetwork/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Peer-Network/100088690969381/ Thanks for listening! Always remember, you're not alone! Remember you can reach out to me at elizabeth@elizabethchance.com You are NOT ALONE I PROMISE! Wishing you a happy, happy!Love, Elizabeth aka Bizzy

This past Tuesday, April 16th, I was invited to attend a Congressional Briefing of the Second Chance Act in Washington D.C. held by The Council of State Governments Justice Center and The Correctional Leaders Association at the Senate building on Capital Hill. And for today's episode I'm sharing some of my takeaways from the discussion! Hear from New Jersey State Senator, Cory Booker, Peer Support Specialist at the Center for Family Services in NJ, Prince Alvarado, and Jail Population Manager for Camden County Department of Corrections, Sharon Bean on the impact the Second Chance Act has had over its 15 years since being passed into legislation by Congress. To contact your state senate rep. please find a complete list here. Happy 2 Year Anniversary Family

Lauren Houck is a Youturn Health Peer Support Specialst who works on the reentry team. Her lived experience allows her to not only empathize with her clients, but forms a bond that is necesary for their success once they are on the outside.Her story is an example of how our coaches use their struggles and their triumphs to encourage others along a path to a life worth living. Lauren pours her heart out on this episode and will undoubtedly give hope to those still struggling. All of our peer coaches have lived experience for this reason: Regardless of receiving treatment while incarcerated – and only a small percentage do – individuals re-entering society need support for substance use, mental health, and life in general. This is where a peer coach with lived experience can make a profound difference.

Teanna Ross, Peer Support Specialist, Domestic Violence counselor, advocate and trainer, talks about The Trainer Who Cares | Help Yourself | Inspirational Video | Life Success Dr. Anthony McFarland Subscribe & Receive A Free Power Session: https://abetter-you.com/ Purchase My Latest Book “How To Master Your Thinking”: https://a.co/d/hIpZ13I ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Links below www.teannalanise.com www.kreativeeyedesign.com

Dive into the raw and transformative journey of Ryan Gray, a man who battled the depths of addiction and emerged 16 years clean. In this episode of 'Living the Dream with Curveball,' Ryan shares his harrowing experiences leading up to recovery, the power of peer support, and how his literary work, 'Twilight in York,' serves as a beacon of hope for those still fighting their demons. Tune in for an unflinching look at the intersection of mental health and addiction, and discover how Ryan turned his darkest days into a story of triumph.

We are thrilled to speak to Brandon Cowan, CPSS and Army veteran, about his transformational journey in the VTC. An essential part of Brandon's story is the utilization of Suboxone and Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD), which provided a platform for sustained recovery. Brandon now serves as a Peer Support Specialist for the VA Medical Center, helping to support veterans who are struggling with the disease of addiction and unaddressed trauma.VTC Podcast: Voices of Recovery~~Buncombe VTChttps://www.buncombeveteranscourt.com/Supporthttps://www.wncvtcfoundation.org/donateMOUD Saves Lives!!!https://harmreduction.org/issues/facts/

ABOUT: Associate Director EMN, Matthew Hoh had nearly twelve years of experience with the US military and the wars overseas with the United States Marine Corps, Department of Defense, and State Department.He has been a Senior Fellow with the Center For International Policy since 2010. In 2009, Matthew Hoh resigned in protest from his post in Afghanistan with the State Department over the American escalation of the war. Prior to his assignment in Afghanistan, Matthew took part in the American occupation of Iraq; first in 2004-2005 in Salah ad Din Province with a State Department reconstruction and governance team and then in 2006-2007 in Anbar Province as a Marine Corps company commander. When not deployed, Matthew worked on Afghanistan and Iraq war policy and operations issues at the Pentagon and State Department from 2002-2008.Matthew's writings have appeared in online and print periodicals such as the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Defense News, the Guardian, the Huffington Post, USA Today, the Wall Street Journal, and the Washington Post. He has been a guest on hundreds of news programs on radio and television networks including the BBC, CBS, CNN, CSPAN, Fox, NBC, MSNBC, NPR, and Pacifica The Council on Foreign Relations has cited Matthew's resignation letter from his post in Afghanistan as an Essential Document. In 2010, Matthew was named the Ridenhour Prize Recipient for Truth Telling, and, in 2021, he was awarded as a Defender of Liberty by the Committee for the Republic.Matthew Hoh is a member of the Board of Directors for the Institute for Public Accuracy, an Advisory Board Member for the Committee to Defend Julian Assange and Civil Liberties, Expose Facts, North Carolina Committee to Investigate Torture, The Resistance Center for Peace and Justice, Veterans For Peace, and World Beyond War, and he is an Associate Member of Veteran Intelligence Professionals for Sanity (VIPS). He is a 100% disabled veteran and has been certified by North Carolina as a Peer Support Specialist for Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lauren Houck is a Youturn Health Peer Support Specialst who works on the reentry team. Her lived experience allows her to not only empathize with her clients, but forms a bond that is necesary for their success once they are on the outside.Her story is an example of how our coaches use their struggles and their triumphs to encourage others along a path to a life worth living. Lauren pours her heart out on this episode and will undoubtedly give hope to those still struggling. All of our peer coaches have lived experience for this reason: Regardless of receiving treatment while incarcerated – and only a small percentage do – individuals re-entering society need support for substance use, mental health, and life in general. This is where a peer coach with lived experience can make a profound difference.

About Matt Hoh:Matthew Hoh is a former Captain of the U.S. Marine Corps. n 2009, Matthew resigned in protest from his post in Afghanistan with the State Department over the American escalation of the war. Prior to his assignment in Afghanistan, Matthew took part in the American occupation of Iraq; first in 2004-5 in Salah ad Din Province with a State Department reconstruction and governance team and then in 2006-7 in Anbar Province as a Marine Corps company commander. When not deployed, Matthew worked on Afghanistan and Iraq war policy and operations issues at the Pentagon and State Department from 2002-8.Matthew's writings have appeared in online and print periodicals such as the Atlanta Journal Constitution, CounterPunch, CNN, Defense News, the Guardian, the Huffington Post, Mother Jones, the Raleigh News & Observer, USA Today, the Wall Street Journal and the Washington Post. He has been a guest on hundreds of news programs on radio and television networks including the BBC, CBS, CNN, CSPAN, Fox, NBC, MSNBC, NPR, and Pacifica. The Council on Foreign Relations has cited Matthew's resignation letter from his post in Afghanistan as an Essential Document.In 2010, Matthew was named the Ridenhour Prize Recipient for Truth Telling and, in 2021, he was awarded as a Defender of Liberty by the Committee for the Republic. Matthew is a member of the Board of Directors for the Institute for Public Accuracy, an Advisory Board Member for the Committee to Defend Julian Assange and Civil Liberties, Expose Facts, North Carolina Committee to Investigate Torture, The Resistance Center for Peace and Justice, Veterans For Peace, and World Beyond War, and he is an Associate Member of Veteran Intelligence Professionals for Sanity (VIPS). He is a 100% disabled veteran and was certified by North Carolina as a Peer Support Specialist for Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to Season Three, Episode 18 of Resilient Voices & Beyond Podcast!

The most current numbers of caregivers in the United States is staggering - over 53 million unpaid caregivers but the number that baffles me the most is the number of veteran caregivers - 5.5 million.  Among these military caregivers, approximately 20% were caring for veterans who served after 9/11, while the majority were caring for veterans from previous eras. These numbers are from 2019-2020 and may have increased since that time.The subject of caregiving came up most recently when I was taking care of my mother for approximately 2-3 months. It was in a word, overwhelming.  I wanted to speak with Ayana to discuss this epidemic among our veteran families and how we as caregivers can take care of ourselves in the process.Listen in as we discuss this and how her Caregivers Toolbox can help!! Ayana is a Navy veteran who later became a MilSpouse and Peer Support Specialist.  She launched her business REACH Peer Support Services, LLC in 2021.  Her collaborations include The Pink Berets, Camp Shield, Grace Tree Foundation and the Texas Veteran's Commission.Support the show

Jayde Barber is the creator and host of the Students of Mind Podcast: a mental health advocate and entrepreneur. Since she was in grade school, Jayde has been diagnosed and living with several mental illnesses including anxiety, depression, and anorexia. Although she is not a licensed mental health professional, Jayde's experience as a patient, family member, and friend of individuals with mental illness has driven her to share her experiences and insights. Through the podcast and across social media, Jayde shares her mental health and eating disorder recovery journey. The Students of Mind Podcast was developed at the start of the COVID-19 quarantine in March of 2020. Jayde covers various mental health related topics through interviews with mental health experts and healers, and in the second season began to include interviews with survivors--people like herself who live everyday with mental illness. When an individual has lived experience with mental illness or managing mental wellbeing, Jayde believes that they are also experts whose voices and stories need to be shared and amplified. Students of Mind aims to normalize talking openly about mental health, remove the many barriers that exist to receiving mental health education and resources, reduce the stigma and taboo's that exist around mental health and mental illness, and express that everyone has mental health that needs to be tended to just as our physical health needs to be tended to. Jayde also started her journey to becoming a Peer Support Specialist in 2022, and has a 1 on 1 service called Sister Sessions where she helps individuals search for and reach out to mental health services and providers   We discuss topics including: What led her to develop the “Students of Mind Podcast” What is a peer support specialist? What are “sisters sessions?” Re entering treatment and the struggles with body image The importance of support What is “pseudo recovered”?   SHOW NOTES: Podcast: https://www.studentsofmind.com/episodes https://www.instagram.com/Jaydembarber/ https://www.studentsofmind.com/sistersessions   ____________________________________________ If you have any questions regarding the topics discussed on this podcast, please reach out to Robyn directly via email: rlgrd@askaboutfood.com You can also connect with Robyn on social media by following her on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave a review on iTunes and subscribe. Visit Robyn's private practice website where you can subscribe to her free monthly insight newsletter, and receive your FREE GUIDE “Maximizing Your Time with Those Struggling with an Eating Disorder”. Your Recovery Resource, Robyn's new online course for navigating your loved one's eating disorder, is available now! For more information on Robyn's book “The Eating Disorder Trap”, please visit the Official "The Eating Disorder Trap" Website. “The Eating Disorder Trap” is also available for purchase on Amazon.

In this week's episode, John and Cynthia are joined by Kezia, Angela, and Phillip who serve as Peer Support Specialists at Amerigroup Tennessee. They discuss expectations and purpose. Episode Transcript  Want to share stories with us? Email us at Quillopod@myquillo.com To learn more about Quillo Connect visit MyQuillo.com  

On this episode of the Collage we sit down with our friend Melinda. Melinda is another Peer Support Specialist with Central County Services that works alongside us here at Feed My Sheep. Melinda has so much compassion for others, advocates for the people we serve, and refuses to give up the fight. She can truly fight for the people because she has lived a similar story herself. Don't miss out on this one. 

In this week's episode, John and Cynthia are joined by special guests Kezia, Angela, and Phillip who serve as Peer Support Specialists at Amerigroup Tennessee. The guests share about their role as Peer Support Specialists and the importance of finding your voice. Episode Transcript  Want to share stories with us? Email us at Quillopod@myquillo.com To learn more about Quillo Connect visit MyQuillo.com  

Youtube https://youtu.be/zeV30gLjTbg A discount to clients who came this your podcast. Use the word BRAINS  I am happy to discount 10%. use the word BRAINS Best current contact is to email AllCreaturesTalk@gmail.com Nancy Snyder, DPT, supports horse owners and trainers struggling with animals labeled difficult or even dangerous. Using holistic techniques she clarifies the reason(s) that the horse is acting up. This allows for a faster and more complete resolution leading to a behavioral breakthrough and a more harmonious relationship. After 15 years working with nationally known trainers in hunter/jumpers and dressage, she switched gears and became a licensed Physical Therapist. So is very familiar with bodies and movement. Later she became a part time mental health Peer Support Specialist as well, adding the mental and emotional component. After retiring from Physical Therapy she decided to explore more about intuitive animal communication, having had some spontaneous experiences with it previously. And finally found her true calling - Using holistic techniques to help animals and their people! While experiencing these life travels, Nancy dealt with mental health challenges of her own. Learning to manage her mental health has lead her to her secondary passion of working with NAMI. In Nevada, she is a state trainer for the NAMI Peer To Peer course.

On this episode of the Collage, we speak with our good friend Gerald. Gerald is a Peer Support Specialist with Central County Services here in Bell County. Gerald's story is absolutely amazing. The things that God has brought him through to where he is today, serving others out of a heart full of love will leave you speechless. We are so thankful to have Gerald serving alongside us here, loving on the people of our community. 

Episode 66!  Meet Charles Smith.  Charles lost both his mother and his father before he turned 12 years old and then lived in 10 houses over the next 11 years.  As a young adult, he turned to drugs as a way to cope with the loss and depression he experienced.  He joined the military in an effort to gain control of his life and struggled while working in a Gitmo Bay Cuba detention center in riot control.  After the military, he went into a depression and was homeless when he tried to end his own life.  After that near death experience, Charles began to find effective coping skills in martial arts and exercise.  He began to see his own hard life experiences as critical to helping others deal with similar trauma and it became his life's mission to serve others. Charles is now a Peer Support Specialist and a Certified Recovery Advisor in addition to an author of several self-help books on the topic of recovery.  Tune in to hear Charles's powerful story of using his own challenges to serve others in need.   ---------------------------------------Connect with Charles here: Website:  https://www.lifelongexperience.net/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifelongexperience Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifelongexperience/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-smith-29681513/Twitter: https://twitter.com/long_helpThanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

It isn't easy to ask for help to overcome opioid dependency or, for that matter, to offer that help. Amy Molinski, a Peer Support Specialist with Community Medical Services, talks about working with community partners to decrease overdoses. Battling the stigma of drug usage and reaching out to people where they live, teams of professionals have seen a 21% decrease in overdoses in the communities they work in. Amy and Community Medical Services can be reached at https://communitymedicalservices.org. To learn more about the Milwaukee Overdose Response Initiative (MORI) you can watch a short YouTube video here: https://youtu.be/qUZboqFsklY We're always interested in hearing from individuals or organizations who are working in substance use disorder treatment or prevention, mental health care and other spaces that lift up communities. This includes people living those experiences. If you or someone you know has a story to share or an interesting approach to care, contact us today! Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Subscribe to Our Email List to get new episodes in your inbox every week!

Charles Smith is a lifelong survivor of multiple traumas, including (but not limited to), being orphaned at a young age, being a homeless veteran, struggling with addictions, and surviving a suicide attempt. He is now an inspiration of proof that you can overcome the worst life has to offer and use your pain as a building block to support others.  Along his journey he found healthy coping skills such as exercise and martial arts. Charles has also worked as a Private Investigator, Security Consultant, Peer Support Specialist, and Certified Recovery Advisor for an organization called Aware Recovery Care. Charles shares how he went from living an affluent life with his parents to living in extreme poverty and eventually losing both parents at a very young age. Without having the support or the ability to cope with the devastating losses in his young life, he turned to addictions, failed his way through high school, and joined the military, where he experienced further trauma when his Bradley tank exploded and when he was on riot control in Gitmo. Charles turned his life around when he was homeless and realized how many other veterans were homeless and struggling with addiction and trauma. He has written several books on self-help and healing as well as his recently released memoir titled “10 Homes in 11 Years,” and is now dedicated to helping others look beyond their own pain to recover from the devastating effects of trauma and addictions. Download this episode and share it with everyone you know to help break the cycle of trauma, addiction, homelessness, and veteran suicide.       https://www.lifelongexperience.net/ https://www.facebook.com/charliesmith13/ https://twitter.com/long_help https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-smith-29681513/ https://www.instagram.com/lifelongexperience/ https://www.awarerecoverycare.com/states-served

Welcome to a crossover episode of a different sort. But first: How are you doing? No, really? I ask because May is Mental Health Awareness Month. So many of us, myself included, struggle to articulate how “off” we feel right now, a cruel joke given that the good folks and orgs behind this month's observance urge us to check in with our emotional, psychological, and social well-being.  I'll go first (yikes!): The only way I can describe my current state of mind is fragile. Can you relate? If you're an entrepreneur, an educator, a corporate employee, a HUMAN, I bet you can. You're okay. I acknowledge and honor your struggle. This episode isn't about mental health per se. It's about creating a secure and attentive environment for guests to feel supported, understood, and willing to engage in vulnerable conversations. The high schoolers behind Power Your Story, my student mentee podcast, beautifully illustrate my point. Their cohort-led interview with Peer Support Specialist and Mental Health Advocate Ashley Scott showcases subtle practices anyone can incorporate to become a better listener and, thus, better podcast host. Co-hosts Elvis, Emerie, Jules, and Alejandro facilitate a space where Ashley feels supported to speak more candidly about her mental health. That safety is mutual: Ashley's comfort leads the students to go off-script, to ask more meaningful follow-up questions, and to add personal observations that make for a more engaging conversation. You can talk about podcasting for marketing, sales, audience growth, or business all day, but this genuine exchange is why I love podcasting; this is where your audience will find value. The last few episodes of Podcast Envy have focused on hosting and content strategies guaranteed to make your show a repeat listen. By creating a safe, intimate container where you and your guests can discuss important topics, you're signaling to the audience that they, too, are seen and heard. I appreciate that not everyone's format is conducive to exploring tough conversations. Still, anyone can follow the Power Your Story lead, regardless of your show's POVs, by remaining present and reflecting back to each guest. For Mental Health Awareness, check out all of this month's related Power Your Story episodes:  Insomnia & Dreaming of a Better Night's Sleep with Leonardo & Dewayne;  The Journey to Self-Empowerment: Mindfulness,Law of Attraction with Hysan & May;  Heavy Metal & Mental Health with Justin Bowling by Leslie, Carlos, Essence & ChuYing and produced by Aldo; Advocating for Mental Health & Peer Support with Ashley Scott RECOMMENDED LISTENING PEP106 - Awesome Podcast Host Featuring Karen Yates Power Your Story Refresh Your Podcast (Don't fade out!) Ready for a refresh for YOUR show? 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New episode of THE REAL HOPECAST featuring Derek Patrick, Peer Support Specialist with Isaiah House Treatment Center. Derek joins Ted McCoart & John Cassandro to discuss what he's learned in his 10+ years of sobriety and share what led him to his current role at Isaiah House.AVAILABLE NOW ON ALL PODCAST PLATFORMS. Please follow us on all social media outlets @RealHopeCast

Fellow podcaster Sophia Lynn let me infiltrate her dwelling on Easter Sunday to chat about being a Peer Support Specialist, homeschooled vs public school, men's mental health, winning "Nickelodeon Rock's Your School", playing an electric violin, being a horsegirl, and cute dogs arrive. Be sure to check out her podcast on Spotify "Nobody Likes You..." 

When it comes to mental health struggles, sometimes journaling can be just what you need to start to heal. In this episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we had the privilege of sitting down with Atis Spuris to talk about his mental health journey, his incarceration, and how he has found healing with journaling. Atis took his own experiences and struggles and used it to support other people who are struggling and help them find out what works for them when it comes to their path to healing. Atis Spuris is a Peer Support Specialist for the Pitkin Area Co-Responder Teams known as PACT, a collaborative community program between law enforcement and mental health professionals here in the Roaring Fork Valley.   At an early age Atis was diagnosed with clinical depression, then seasonal affective disorder, and eventually bi-polar disorder, along with a spontaneous sense of humor. He is now living what he feels is a well-balanced life, being symptom-free for over five years. Atis feels very grateful for the opportunities his path has provided; the hope to inspire more communities to increase awareness around the importance of mental health and resiliency while encouraging individuals to share their own stories. In today's episode we cover: How Atis supports people on their mental health journeys When he realized he was a highly sensitive personThe connection between mental health issues and spiritual imbalancesThe impact of incarceration on your mental healthThe power of having a tribe that lifts you up The labels that exacerbate the mental health crisisWhat Atis does now to live his best lifeViewing your emotions as a check engine lightHow we can use language to empower ourselvesHow writing has helped Atis on his mental health journeyWe hope you enjoyed our conversation with Atis! If you want to learn more from him, make sure to connect with him on Facebook here.Thanks again for tuning in. We are so grateful to each and every one of you. Please remember to leave a rating and review of our show. It helps us grow and reach those who need it. Also, make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! Links: Connect with Atis on FacebookFollow us on FacebookFollow us on InstagramFollow us on TikTokGet in touch: amgits.reverse@gmail.comQuotes: “My job is supporting people and helping them figure out what works for them.” -Atis“A mental health issue is really a spiritual health issue.” -Atis “If you're a sinner, you have a future. But that also means you have choices. And if you're a saint, you have a past but you made different choices to get to where you are.” -Marc“The pain is temporary, and the view from the top is stunning.” -Erik

Veteran Matthew Hoh and former U.S. Rep. Dennis Kucinich discuss the legacy of the ongoing war in Iraq, why it's still relevant today and what it has to do with the proxy war in Ukraine. In 2009, Matthew resigned in protest from his post in Afghanistan with the State Department over the American escalation of the war. Prior to his assignment in Afghanistan, Matthew took part in the American occupation of Iraq; first in 2004-5 in Salah ad Din Province with a State Department reconstruction and governance team and then in 2006-7 in Anbar Province as a Marine Corps company commander. When not deployed, Matthew worked on Afghanistan and Iraq war policy and operations issues at the Pentagon and State Department from 2002-8. Matthew has been a Senior Fellow with the Center for International Policy since 2010. In 2010, Matthew was named the Ridenhour Prize Recipient for Truth Telling and, in 2021, he was awarded as a Defender of Liberty by the Committee for the Republic. Matthew is a member of the Board of Directors for the Institute for Public Accuracy, an Advisory Board Member for the Committee to Defend Julian Assange and Civil Liberties, Expose Facts, North Carolina Committee to Investigate Torture, The Resistance Center for Peace and Justice, Veterans For Peace, and World Beyond War, and he is an Associate Member of Veteran Intelligence Professionals for Sanity (VIPS). He is a 100% disabled veteran and was certified by North Carolina as a Peer Support Specialist for Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder. View Matt's website at: https://matthewhoh.com Dennis Kucinich an American politician and former U.S. Representative from. He was also a candidate for the Democratic nomination for president of the United States in 2004 and 2008. He ran for governor of Ohio in the 2018 election. Follow him on here on Substack: https://substack.com/profile/2106461-dennis-kucinich If you haven't already done so, please sign this petition calling on Germany to uncancel Roger Waters' concert. https://chng.it/bBMJRgnRkn ***Please support The Katie Halper Show *** For bonus content, exclusive interviews, to support independent media and to help make this program possible, please join us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thekatiehalpershow Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/3rQPRRfZ Follow Katie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/kthalps

Micah celebrates the 25th episode of the Pray for Micah Podcast by hosting poet Jen Harris. She is a writer based in Kansas City, Missouri. A sought-after performance artist, Jen is the founder and host of The Writing Workshop KC, whose mission is to nurture creative curiosity and inspire confidence within prompt-based writing workshops. She hosts weekly classes and offers creative coaching to private clients. Jen is a nationally-certified Recovery Coach and Peer Support Specialist. Through an aggressively vulnerable, trauma-informed lens, she unites strangers who share an interest in creative expression and facilitates the development of active, engaged, supportive, empowering writing communities.

Justine Evirs is an Author, Entrepreneur, Stanford University Graduate School of Business Alumni, and future Therapist. She is currently working as a Peer Support Specialist for a long-term residential treatment center specializing in substance abuse and mental health disorders. Evirs is also a student currently working toward becoming a Substance Abuse Counselor. Her long-term goals are to pursue a second Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and work toward becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor.  Website: blueballoonbooks.com & ballastbooks.com Instagram: @blue_balloon_books  Facebook: @Blue Balloon Books  LinkedIn: @Ballast Books Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room  PATREON SHOUT OUTS: Thanks to Kathleen Hahn Cute Booty Lounge is made right here in the USA, by women and for women. The company is incredible, female, and minority-owned and all of their leggings make makes your booty look amazing. Go to https://cutebooty.com/ today! Embrace your body, love your booty! Join our Patreon: Become an Only One In The Room patron by joining us on Patreon! Starting at only $5.00 per month, you'll get bonus content, access to outtakes that the general public will NEVER see, extremely cool merch, and depending on what tier you get, monthly hang time with Scott and Laura. Join our Patreon today at https://www.patreon.com/theonlyonepodcast Be sure not to miss our weekly full episodes on Tuesdays, Scott Talks on Wednesdays and our brand new series On My Nightstand on Fridays by subscribing to the show wherever you listen to podcasts.  Join our Only One In The Room Facebook Group if you'd like to ask a question of any of our upcoming guests for this series.  Also visit the website www.theonlyonepod.com for the latest from our host Laura Cathcart Robbins like featured articles and more. We love hearing from you in the comments on iTunes and while you're there don't forget to rate us, subscribe and share the show! All of us at The Only One In The Room wish you safety and wellness during this challenging time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode I introduce Chanel King to The Hospice Nursing Podcast!Chanel King (Instructor King) is a Peer Support Specialist for medical professionals.In her introduction, Chanel shares with us some of her own traumatic experiences and how the last couple years have transformed her life and led her on a journey to providing emotional support to thousands of medical professionals.In this episode Instructor King answers a voice mail left by Erin who asked how we can handle grief for our dying patients. Chanel also reviews what compassion fatigue might look like.During the episode, Chanel reminds us all of the “Faith and Work” audio series I shared during one of my earlier episodes. You can find that series by clicking HERE.Chanel also shares with us a concept called a Safety Plan. We can use this plan to help us recognize when we are struggling emotionally and need to re-center ourselves. Chanel and I are working on a plan for me right now. It has been an amazing experience! I can't wait for it to be completed!This safety plan can be downloaded from the landing page on her website located at http://ThisIsBase.mn.co. Scroll down and click the big sunflower to access the safety plan.While you are there, please consider singing up for your free membership. Instructor King provides a lot of free content including live streaming sessions covering many topics. You'll be glad you did!Stay tuned for Episode Twenty-Eight as Instructor King will be joining us again to continue this conversation!==============================As always, don't forget to call, text or email to leave feedback! I would love to hear from you!816-834-9191James@confessionsofahospicenurse.net==============================Be sure to check out thehospicenursingcommunity.com for extra content as well as hope, help and encouragement from other hospice nurses just like you!

The Process and Phases of Recovery and Change with Kiola Raines In forming new habits, change takes time to happen. Whether it be a journey to recovery or a new life path, the change process will be gradual. It takes phases, slowly and surely changing the person into a new self. If you are in your first year of recovery to sobriety, be in the fellowship of people who have gone through the journey. You don't want to be isolated or in environments that tempt you to return to your old lanes. You also need to have an accountability expert. This person may be a mentor or coach who will help you stay on track with the things you promised. If you fall, get up, dust off your clothes, and keep moving. There's no luxury of wasting time lamenting over a mistake you made. Learn the lesson and move on. Join this conversation with Kiola Raines and learn more about your journey of discovery and recovery. Kiola is a Peer-Support Specialist, Certified Nutrition Coach, and Fitness Expert. Early in her sobriety journey, she discovered the importance of effective goal setting, proper nutrition planning, and mindful movement. These foundations have become the cornerstone of her highly personalized coaching methods. As your coach, Kiola gives you the tools, knowledge, and support you need to achieve successful sobriety and the healthy lifestyle you deserve. She shares golden insights you don't want to miss in this episode. Notable Quotes “During your first year of recovery, stay in your fellowship.” “Great things happen when we leverage a pivotal moment.” “A lasting change happens in phases, just like the process of removing your clothes. It cannot happen all at once.” “We are all changing for the better, but that happens in stages and phases.” “Being an introvert or extrovert has nothing to do with being outgoing. It has to do with how you process your environment, emotions and your thoughts.” Let's jump in! Key Highlights from this Episode: [00:01] Episode intro and a quick bio of the guest; Kiola Raines [02:18] Meet and greet Kiola Raines and her backstory [03:20] Kiola's journey of recovery [06:16] What you can do during your first year of recovery [08:55] Conscious choices [09:57] How Kiola's smell of recovery is like [14:04] Key pivotal moment that shaped Kiola into who she is today [18:14] The hardest phase of adjustment [22:12] How long does it take to see a change when forming new habits [30:05] What would Kiola tell her future self if she had an opportunity to do so [32:50] Important discoveries Kiola knew in the recovery process [40:41] Kiola's inspiration and the best ways to reach out and connect with her Connect with Kiola Raines Website: https://www.kiolaraines.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kiolaraines/ Recovered Life: https://www.recoveredlife.us/kiolaraines --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/donttouchmymindset/support

Savanah grew up in Los Angeles where her family modeled the "fast life". Secrecy, addiction, money and power were constants in her upbringing. When she came to Montana, she brought it all with her. But, becoming a mom changed everything and healing became her full-time job. Now, she works with other women struggling with addiction and substance use disorder as a Peer Support Specialist at the YWCA. https://www.ywcahelena.org/Meadowlark Initiative: https://mthcf.org/meadowlark/Specific services relevant to this episode (found on LIFTS.org)Substance Use Disorder Treatment Providers:https://hmhb-lifts.org/services?service_type=Substance+Use+Disorder+TreatmentPeer Support Specialists:https://hmhb-lifts.org/services?service_type=Peer+Support+SpecialistsMedications for Opioid Use Disorders:https://hmhb-lifts.org/services?service_type=Medications+for+Opioid+Use+Disorders+%28MOUD%29Meadowlark Initiative: https://mthcf.org/meadowlark/For statewide resources please visit the Linking Infants and Families to Supports athttps://hmhb-lifts.org/

Joseph Reid is the founder and Executive Director of Broken People, an international mental health peer support group. He is the best selling author of Broken Like Me, An Insider's Toolkit for Mending Broken People, and has helped thousands of people with his writing since its publication in the summer of 2021. He is also very active as a Peer Support Specialist, Family Advocate, and In Your Own Voice presenter with NAMI Kent County (National Alliance on Mental Illness), the nation's largest grassroots mental health nonprofit organization. He is extremely passionate about following God's direction and has had a passion for loving and helping people from a very early age. He is deeply devoted to loving and serving his wife Melissa of 25 years, and trying to keep up with his four awesome grown kids. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/normalizetheconversation/support