Podcasts about recovery coaches

This week we're celebrating our 250th podcast by taking you through our top 10 podcasts. The episodes that have had the most downloads since we started the podcast back in 2020. So coming in at number 10 with 2,500 downloads is Sobriety Coach Lori Massicot. Lori is the host of a podcast called 50 and Beyond and like me she's convinced that ditching the booze is one of the very best things we can do for ourselves as we get older. Her episode is called Why We Need to Ditch the Drink in Midlife, and we released that one in December 2021. Here's a clip. I did a second episode with Laurie when we listed the 15 signs that you need to take a break from the booze. Signs that Laurie and I ignored for far too long. That one was released on January the 27th 2024 Coming in at number 9 is Dr. Loretta Breuning, who helped me to unpack the cause of my own early sobriety blues. Have a listen to the first interview I did with her, which was in August 2021. Here's a clip Loretta also did an interview with me very recently to talk about her new book, which is called Why You're Unhappy – that one was released on 20th January last year Since we last ranked our top ten which was in February last year we've had 2 new entries One of those entries has come in at number 8 with 2756 downloads its called:- Alcohol and your Body Fat with James Swanwick James had some great advice around Alcohol's Effects on Sleep and Weightgain He explained how Alcohol consumption can compromise sleep quality, metabolism, and overall health.  It can also disrupt the body's natural processes, leading to weight gain, reduced productivity, and increased cravings for unhealthy foods. Heres a clip Our other new entry along with James came in at number 7 with 2800 downloads and is called RECOVERY IT'S A BRAIN THING – which is the name of the book by my two guests – David & Susan Kenney They run a program to train Recovery Coaches and one of our Tribe members Darren was so impressed by their approach he signed up for their course. Darren is now a qualified Recovery Coach so if you'd like to book in for a free consultation you can go to his website which is pauserecovery.com – Coming in at number 6 is Stanford Psychiatrist Dr Anna Lembke with 2851 listens Anna has written a top selling book called Dopamine Nation. It's an awesome book, which I highly recommend if you're interested in the science of addiction. Her explanation of the pain pleasure balance is superb. That episode is called, Why We Get Addicted, and it came out in November, 2023. Here's a clip. At number 5 we have Neuroscientist Staci Danford with 2890 downloads Stacy taught us about our lizard brain and how we need to manage it before it manages us. She even recommended that we give it a name. She calls hers Ernie. My interview with Stacy came out in August 2021. Here's a clip Next up at number 4 is a firm favourite with Tribe Sober – Ken Middleton who had 2,906 downloads for his “How Drinking Limits our Potential” episode He's the author of Bamboozled, which has the clever subtitle of How Alcohol Makes Fools of Us All,  Do grab a copy if you haven't yet read it. Such a brilliant description of how we've been manipulated by big alcohol for decades. I often quote Ken, who says, "even if alcohol doesn't destroy us, it will limit our potential".  His Tribe Sober episode is called How Alcohol Limits Your Potential - released in April 2023 here is a clip. Ken was also one of our guests back in November 2020 when he shared his own story and explained the science behind alcohol dependence. And why drinking regularly for 20 years means you're very likely to develop a problem Next up at number 3 is me, with our very first podcast episode, which was released in May 2020 to celebrate my fifth soberversary. – that got 3,135 downloads At number 2 we have the brilliant William Porter with 3,675 downloads William is a lawyer with a passion for the science behind alcohol dependence, and he's written two books, Alcohol Explained and Alcohol Explained 2. They're both essential reading, and I think the more we understand the damage that alcohol does to our bodies and brains, the less likely we are to want to drink it. His episode is called, Managing Cravings, and came out in December 2023. Here's a clip Finally, hogging the number one slot with an incredible 3, 877 downloads is Australian sobriety coach, Catherine Elliott. It's called "How to Stop Binge Drinking" and came out in June 2022. Here's a clip Like me, Catherine's had breast cancer, which prompted us to do an episode together recently. Because neither of us had realized that our heavy drinking was putting us at risk of breast cancer, so we celebrated Breast Cancer Awareness Month by having a conversation about it, spreading the word to other women that more than three glasses of wine a week increases your risk of breast cancer. We called it "Drink Less for Your Breasts" and it was released in October 2023. So that's our top 10. I'd like to say a big thank you to all our listeners. Thanks to you, the Tribe Sober podcast has had nearly  400, 000 downloads, which keeps its global ranking in the top 2 percent of all podcasts. More importantly, nearly 20 percent of our members found their way to us via the podcast. So don't forget to make a playlist of our Top Ten and you might want to check out our Top 100 Playlist  So if you want to join our tribe and connect with others on this path, just hit Join Our Tribe  More Info We're including a free Masterclass, Membership and Coaching session to the next few people who book into the Tribe Sober Retreat in Bali in October Talking of payment we have a 3-part payment plan – first payment reserves your spot then second and third payments are later in the year. Check out the Bali Retreat info via this link and then email me on janet@tribesober.com and we'll get you started on this life changing journey Episode Sponsor This episode is sponsored by the Tribe Sober Membership Program.  If you want to change your relationship with alcohol then sign up today Read more about our program and subscribe HERE Help us to Spread the Word! We made this podcast so that we can reach more people who need our help.  Please subscribe and share. If you enjoyed the podcast, then please leave us a 5-star review on Apple podcasts. Take a screenshot of your review, and DM it to Tribe Sober's Instagram page – see PS below for instructions. We'll send you something special to say thank you! We release a podcast episode every Saturday morning. You can follow Tribe Sober on Facebook, Twitter, TikTok and Instagram. You can join our private Facebook group HERE. PS: How to Leave a Rating/Review in Apple Podcasts (on an iOS Device) Open the Podcasts app. EASY. Choose “Search” from the bottom row of icons and enter the name of the show (e.g. Recover Like a Mother) into the search field. Select the show under Shows (not under Episodes). Scroll down past the first few episodes until you see Ratings & Reviews. Click Write a Review underneath the displayed reviews from other listeners. 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Join hosts Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton in this critical episode where they tackle a pressing issue within the support network for first responders: the prevalence of unqualified coaches who claim to offer guidance and support. As the demand for mental health (Affiliate Link) and wellness coaching grows, so does the number of self-proclaimed experts who may not have the necessary training or experience to truly help. We'll explore key red flags that first responders should watch out for to avoid falling prey to these individuals. What You'll Learn: Lack of Relevant Credentials: Be cautious of coaches who cannot provide verifiable credentials or who lack specific training related to law enforcement support. Genuine professionals should have formal education and certification in counseling, psychology, or a related field. Unsolicited Offers: If a coach reaches out unexpectedly via cold calls or direct messages, it could be a sign of aggressive marketing rather than genuine support. Authentic professionals typically do not need to seek out clients through unsolicited communications. Vague Methods: Beware of coaches who use ambiguous or non-specific methods that don't have a clear rationale or evidence base. Effective coaching should involve transparent techniques and strategies that are tailored to the needs of first responders. Promises of Quick Fixes: Be skeptical of anyone who promises quick, dramatic results. Real psychological issues, particularly those stemming from high-stress jobs like law enforcement, typically require time and sustained effort to address. High Pressure Sales Tactics: Watch out for coaches who pressure you into making fast decisions about receiving their services or who use fear-based tactics to convince you of needing their help. This approach is often more about making a sale than providing aid. Join Us: Tune into "Beware of Coaches" to arm yourself with the knowledge needed to distinguish between genuine, qualified professionals and those who may be looking to exploit the growing need for support among first responders. Whether you're personally seeking help or you know someone who is, this episode is an essential guide to navigating the complex world of mental health and wellness coaching in the law enforcement community. All viewpoints discussed in this episode are for entertainment purposes only and are simply our opinions based off of our own experience, background and education. #policepodcast #policeofficer #leowarriors #thinbluelineusa #firstresponder #lawenforcementpodcast #LawEnforcement #LEOWarriors    ⩥ PLEASE SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL ⩤ https://geni.us/wAtlvPu     CLICK HERE for Amazon's Today's Deals on TACTICAL GEAR: https://geni.us/KmvaOVM (Affiliate Link) (Ad) Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something by clicking on one of our links, we'll receive a small commission.   CLICK HERE to join our free Police, Fire, Military and Families Facebook Group: https://geni.us/YM5tsB   Check out our website and learn more about how you can work with LEO Warriors by going to: https://www.leowarriors.com/   Like what you hear? We are honored. Drop a review and subscribe to our show.    The Tactical Living Podcast is owned by LEO Warriors, LLC. None of the content presented may be copied, repurposed or used without the owner's prior consent.   For PR, speaking requests and other networking opportunities, contact LEO Warriors: EMAIL: ashliewalton555@gmail.com. ADDRESS: P.O. Box 400115 Hesperia, Ca. 92340 ASHLIE'S FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/police.fire.lawenforcement   ➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤ This episode is NOT sponsored.   

Everybody has a story…Dave and Susan's could help save a life. ------------- Susan and Dave Kenney are Co-Founders of Emergo Academy, an online community supporting people struggling from addictions or any major life crisis.   In their flagship program, they train, mentor, and certify people to become powerhouse Crisis & Recovery Coaches. They call their coaches Recovery Coach Warriors!   They are not your typical couple. Since 2011 they operated a private residential recovery program impacting more than two-thousand people who were struggling—oftentimes their candle was flickering. They lived right on property, full time. So they have seen it all.  Dave & Susan have pioneered Actualized Recovery – The brain-first approach to lasting recovery. Their book was just released and can be found on their website or at Amazon.   More info on Emergo Academy: https://www.emergoacademy.com/  Get your copy of Actualized Recovery at: https://www.emergoacademy.com/actualized-recovery-book  ------------------- The Sobriety Diaries is a video podcast where we share powerful stories of recovery told by those who lived them. You can find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts with new episodes every Wednesday, subscribe now!  Please share our show with just 1 person in your life who may be struggling, you just never know what they may need to hear today. Also, please consider donating to The Sobriety Diaries here: https://www.thesobrietydiaries.com/support/ Your donations help us to source the best stories from around the world and keep the show going!  Find all things TSD related and join our insiders list at www.thesobrietydiaries.com  Listen to The Sobriety Diaries on ALL your favorite platforms: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sobrietydiaries  Watch all of our interviews: www.youtube.com/natekelly  Try your best not to drink, and be good to yourself!  Music: www.bensound.com  ---------------- --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sobrietydiaries/message

Recovery is a BRAIN THING. DID YOU KNOW:  90% OF AMERICANS WHO SUFFER FROM ADDICTIONS DO NOT RECEIVE TREATMENT - NOT FOR LONG! FACTS: • 1.7 million Americans attempted suicide in 2021 • About 130 Americans die every day from Opioid overdoes – that's equal to one commercial airliner falling out of the sky every single day • More than 21 million Americans have at least one addiction, yet only 10% receive treatment • About 300 million people globally have an alcohol addiction • Nearly 1-in-3 people who regularly use Marijuana have a Marijuana use disorder • 94% of adults in U.S. believe suicide can be prevented. Dave and Susan Kenney Co-Founder of Emergo Academy—a fully accredited educational program that teaches, mentors, and certifies professional Recovery Coaches. Bio: Susan is a certified with the Amen Clinics as a Brain Health Coach; a certified Health & Wellbeing Coach. She has a Certification through the Institute of Lifestyle Medicine (Harvard Medical School) for Chef Coaching; certification in Positive Psychology through the Whole being Institute; is a master's certified BrainEcho Technician with Brain State Technologies; certified sports nutritionist through BodyMind Institute; and a Reiki Master. Susan has studied Functional Medicine with Chris Kresser of the Kresser Institute - an approach that focuses on uncovering root causes of personal imbalance and dysfunction, empowering clients toward greater wellbeing and happiness.    

In this week's episode I'm venturing into the world of eating disorder recovery coaching, and what to look for in a coach as a client. Substack: ⁠⁠⁠letsrecover.substack.com⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠letsrecover.co.uk⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@amalielee⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠@letsrecover.co.uk

Including lived experience in a recovery ecosystem often adds an effective dimension of support for those trying to make changes in their lives. The field of peer recovery coaching has been growing nationwide and many states now offer certification programs. In Utah, the Utah Support Advocates for Recovery Awareness (USARA) employs a network of peer coaches that work closely with individuals who are seeking recovery. In this podcast, we are joined by two USARA peer coaches, Elizabeth Myers and Kelsey Pierce, who share their lived experience and love of helping others with us. Special note: SMART looks forward to meeting USARA representatives in April when we hold our 30th anniversary conference in Salt Lake City. More information can be found HERE.

Today I am thrilled to have two guests on the show: Merrit Elizabeth Stahle and Sarah Lee. They are both Certified Eating Disorder Coaches and co-founders of Conquering Bulimia, the only intensive, private, self-paced online course with expert interviews and personal bulimia recovery stories. Merrit provides virtual eating disorder recovery coaching services to adolescent and young adult women around the world. She is a graduate of Southern Methodist University where she also earned a Master of Science in Health Promotion Management.. She holds a certification in eating disorder recovery coaching from The Carolyn Costin Institute. Merrit utilises her own shared recovery experience to provide compassionate recovery care and empower her clients to a life of health and wellness. Sarah Lee, is a Certified Eating Disorder Recovery Coach with four professional certifications, including one from the esteemed Carolyn Costin Institute. Since 2016, she has run a private practice currently located in Dallas, Texas, assisting clients globally, along with mentoring newer coaches. Specialising in adolescents and offering a faith-based approach, Sarah leads with her heart, whilst passionately dedicating herself to each individual she has the honor to walk beside. Her ultimate goal, helping each find the same freedom and gift of recovery she found seventeen years ago. In the episode today, we explore Merrit and Sarah's own bulimia recovery stories. We talk about what brought them together to co-create their Conquering Bulimia Course. We will then delve into their expertise, understanding what really helps in bulimia recovery, and as listeners you will gain some valuable insights and tools to help you on your journey. I hope that you enjoy it.   To find out more about Sarah and Merrit: - Website: Sarah Lee Recovery Bulimia Recovery Course: Conquering Bulimia Social Media:  Facebook: Sarah Lee Recovery  Instagram: Sarah Lee | Sarah Lee Recovery LinkedIn: Sarah Lee | Sarah Lee Recovery   Website: https://merritelizabethrecovery.com Instagram: @merritelizabethrecovery Bulimia Recovery Course: Conquering Bulimia   This week's sponsor: - The Gastric Mindset Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/gastric-mindset/id1705974293   Harriet Frew's current offers: - Online 10 Steps to Intuitive Eating Course with Harriet Frew - 50% off with code FREEDOMISPOSSIBLE https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/online-courses.html

What does a healthy relationship look like? Delve into the transformative world of the Enneagram as hosts Adam Breckenridge and Brian Lee guide you on an extraordinary journey towards self-discovery and love in the realm of relationships.FREE Enneagram resources here: https://www.yourenneagramcoach.com/podcaststuff In this episode (Ep. 178) of Your Enneagram Coach, The Podcast, hosts Adam Breckenridge and Brian Lee explore the profound impact of the Enneagram on cultivating healthy relationships. They are joined by Clif and Sally Roth, certified Relationship and Recovery Coaches, as they discuss their personal Enneagram journeys and how the Enneagram can empower individuals to develop deeper connections. Dive into this enlightening conversation and discover how the Enneagram provides a transformative path towards healthier and more fulfilling relationships. Don't miss out—subscribe now to embark on this extraordinary journey of self-discovery and love!Thank you to our hosts and guests:Adam Breckenridge  (Type 6):Website: https://myenneagramcoach.com/coach/adam-breckenridge/ Brian Lee (Type 1):Website: https://www.gospelcenteredenneagram.com/ Sally Roth, Life Coach (Type 8):Website: https://www.crosspointministry.com/enneagram Clif Roth, Executive Director - CrossPoint (Type 7):Website: https://www.crosspointenneagram.com/ http://www.crosspointministry.com/ http://www.crosspointministry.com/shop/p/the-relational-soul Order Beth and Jeff's newest book, More Than Your Number: https://amzn.to/3z9OZ7e Discover your Type, learn what it means, and transform your life with the Discovering You course: https://www.yourenneagramcoach.com/discoveringyou Learn how"Thanks for listening to the podcast! Share the podcast on social mediaTell a friend or family member about the podcast who might benefit from itLeave a review on your favorite podcast platformEnjoy our FREE EnneaWhat Mini Course. Just click this link to start now. The Replanted Conference, a conference specifically designed for people just like you. The Replanted Conference will be held on October 12th through the 14th in Chicago, or at a simulcast location near you at the Replanted conference. As a listener of this podcast, you get a special discount of 10% off by using the discount code YEC10. So visit replantedconference.org to secure your spot today. If you're enjoying this content and want to take your Enneagram journey to the next level, we invite you to check out our free EnneaWhat minicourse. In EnneaWhat?, Beth teaches you what the Enneagram is, how to find your Type, what it means to become A.W.A.R.E. and how to you can begin effectively applying the Enneagram to your life.Enjoy our FREE EnneaWhat Mini Course. Just click this link to start now.

In this episode Coach Reese and Coach Loretta cover the pillars of helping to aid in post run recovery. They share knowledge in how to recover in different type of racing scenarios. Take a listen and learn tips to aid your recovery so you can come back stronger and ready for your next race or workout. Stay tuned to the very end of the episode as we answer a listener question. trailrun.coach

In this episode of Mental Health Mavens, we discuss how home-based recovery and sober coaching can be an excellent alternative to inpatient treatment for some individuals. If you or a loved one is struggling with substance use, we are discussing some addiction treatment options. Home-based addiction recovery can help you get the treatment you need to get your life back on track. If you're looking for a trusted source of support, then contact Michael Walsh and Dr. Michale Berry today to learn more about home-based addiction recovery!FOR INFORMATION ON NOMINA'S INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM:https://www.nominahealth.ca/outpatient-treatment-programABOUT Dr. MICHAEL BERRYDr. Michael Berry, R. Psych., is a clinical psychologist, the Director of Resilient Health Inc.—a mental health clinic in Victoria BC., and the Program Director of Home Based Recovery Canada. Dr. Berry specializes in assessment, care management and treatment. The clinical services he oversees include the treatment of PTSD, mood and anxiety disorders, and addictions (including both substance use disorders and process addictions, like gaming addiction, gambling addiction, and sex addiction). Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/drmichaelberryWebsite: drmichaelberry.comABOUT MICHAEL WALSHMichael Walsh is one of Canada's leading Substance Use and Addiction specialists providing Recovery Coaching, Intervention and Family Coaching services in Canada and various countries around the world. Michael is an early adopter of Recovery Coaching in Canada having starting his own private practice in 2014 when hardly anyone knew what a Recovery Coach was or did. Michael is a partner and the Executive Director of Home Based Recovery. He is also involved in education, supervision and mentoring of new Recovery Coaches in Canada. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelwalshcoach/ Website: www.homebasedrecovery.caABOUT NOMINANōmina Integrated Health clinics provide community-based mental health and addiction services across Canada. Our evidence-based therapies include ISTDP, EMDR, DBT, and DNF, delivered by master's level registered psychotherapists.GET IN TOUCH:Website: https://www.nominawellness.caInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nominawellnessFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NominawellnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/37250020/admin/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This three-part special podcast series introduces an exciting collaboration between Our Collective Journey and Medicine Hat School Division.  Associate Superintendent Tracey Hensel and Director of Psychology Services Claire Petersen discuss how they came to see OCJ as a unique partner to collaborate with within Medicine Hat and surrounding area.  Tracey and Claire outline their vision of bringing Recovery Coaches into the schools, by having real life coaches available who can share their life experiences in an open, honest and vulnerable way in hopes of reaching students on their level thus allowing students, teachers and parents to see what recovery looks like through the lens of those who have recovered.  This pilot program is an exciting opportunity for an entire community to collectively come together in support the amazing students and to develop a new narrative around what is possible with recovery. If there are any questions with regards to what Our Collective Journey is, what Recovery Coaching looks like or any other concerns please reach out to Tracey or Claire at Medicine Hat Public School Division 403-528-6700 or Our Collective Journey at www.ourcollectivejourney.ca, 403-800-1191 or Facebook Messenger. 

In this episode, the role of a peer recovery coach is highlighted as a novel approach to supporting individuals with substance use disorder. Dr. Evan Schwarz, MD outlines how he has integrated peer recovery coaches into the acute treatment and care of individuals in the Emergency Department. Peer recovery coach Jessica Gallegos MSW, LCSW shares how she approaches patients in the ED, the role of technology in supporting the coordination of care and the journey that led her to this role. HOST Amanda Hays, PharmD., MHA, BCPS, CPHQ, DPLA, FASHP Director, Medical Affairs, BD GUESTS Evan Schwarz, MD, FACEP, FACMT, FASAM Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine Medical Toxicology Division Chief & Fellowship Director, Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis Jessica Gallegos MSW, LCSW Clinical Case Manager, Division of Infectious Disease, Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis The CHIME Opioid Task Force (OTF) was launched in early 2018 with a simple mission: to turn the tide on the opioid epidemic using the knowledge and expertise of the nation's healthcare IT leaders. While our mission is simple, achieving it is not. Opioid addiction is a complex disease that requires long-term, if not lifetime, care from well-informed clinicians who are supported with easy-to-use and reliable tools.

Cousin Sal and the Degenerate Trifecta continue their road to recovery after a weekend in Vegas by kicking the pod off with a college basketball betache from Harry. Next, they get into the most recent NFL news. Derek Carr addressed the Raiders fans about his most likely future and Brother Bri did not seem too upset. They discussed Lamar Jackson's injury and what will be next for him if he doesn't play this weekend. With the Wildcard Weekend approaching, they take a look at which playoff coaches are on the hot seat, and take a look at the coaches who have already been released from their teams. Finally, they take a look at the first overall pick for the 2023 NFL draft and give their play of the day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cousin Sal and the Degenerate Trifecta continue their road to recovery after a weekend in Vegas by kicking the pod off with a college basketball betache from Harry. Next, they get into the most recent NFL news. Derek Carr addressed the Raiders fans about his most likely future and Brother Bri did not seem too upset. They discussed Lamar Jackson's injury and what will be next for him if he doesn't play this weekend. With the Wildcard Weekend approaching, they take a look at which playoff coaches are on the hot seat, and take a look at the coaches who have already been released from their teams. Finally, they take a look at the first overall pick for the 2023 NFL draft and give their play of the day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to A Way Through, a podcast brought to you by Archway Academy! A Way Through invites you to join in on the conversation and hear stories of triumph, self-discovery, and healing. The purpose of this podcast is to remind you that though you may not see it now, something different is possible; Recovery is possible! **The views and opinions expressed by our guests are those of the individual and do not necessarily reflect those of Archway Academy. Any content provided by our student co-host(s) or guests are of their opinion and are not intended to reflect the philosophy and policies of Archway Academy itself. Nor is it intended to malign any recovery method, religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything. In this episode of A Way Through, a special guest host fills in for Jamie. Previously a former guest on the podcast, Andrew Warren, LCDCI, one of our Recovery Coaches and Alumni Students, takes the mic as he is joined by Ryan Taylor, Owner of East End Barber, located in Houston, Texas. Keeping his blade sharp, Ryan went from a butcher to an aspiring barber. With Louisiana roots, he grew up cutting his brothers' hair in the backyard and always had a passion for the art. Heavily inspired by everything from the 40's/50's American style to the 60's mod UK vibe, Ryan has a blade for any cut. As the shop owner, Taylor's daily hustle is side by side with his fellow barber, encouraging them on every level. Be sure to subscribe to A Way Through to stay updated on each new episode and leave a review of the show! Topics Discussed: What it means to be in a fit spiritual condition Why Sobriety is NOT boring and creates more opportunity for fun Learning to stay present with yourself, others, and our Higher Power How goals and expectations grow & expand throughout recovery Resources: East End Barber - http://www.eastendbarber.net/ Connect with Archway Academy: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archwayacademyhtx/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archwayacademy/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVBgxwG5CC6qBcJ3U6KcK5Q Contact Archway Academy: If you or a student you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule a tour. We are here to help. Address: 6221 Main Street Houston, TX 77030 Call: 713.328.0780 Email: sasha.coles@archwayacademy.org Website: https://www.archwayacademy.org About Archway Academy: "Where Education Meets Recovery." Archway is the largest recovery high school in the nation, located in the sunny heart of Houston, Texas. We meet the individual educational needs of teens recovering from Substance Use Disorder with care, compassion, respect, and rigor. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/archway-academy/message

Today is Tribe Sobers 7th birthday! We're offering a birthday discount of 20% off our Kickstart online course and Annual membership – just go to tribesober.com to book and enter the code “birthday2022” – valid from now until the 16th November It's exactly 7 years today since our very first workshop in Cape Town! We wanted to mark the occasion and say thank you To say thank you to the Tribe Sober team and of course to all our members.  To say thank you to everyone who has ever done a challenge or had coaching, everyone who's ever done a workshop or donated to our annual Dry January fundraiser! And of course thank you to everyone who listens to this podcast – we appreciate you! In this Episode Janet shares the story of Tribe Sober – how it started and how it evolved How it evolved into an international community – all supporting each other to make the transition from problem drinking to thriving in their sobriety We pick the story up in May 2015 – that's when I quit drinking (if you want to know why and how then you can catch that story on Tribe Sober podcast episode 1) The day after I quit drinking I started a blog – I've always loved writing and I wanted to log my journey, process my emotions and hold myself accountable. My blog was called WorldWithoutWine as that more or less described the strange place I found myself in – a world without Sauvignon Blanc… Blogging was my therapy and I got lots of comments saying “me too”! Suddenly I realized I wasn't alone in this struggle… so I gritted my teeth and kept it going. I was about 4 months sober when I was hit by those early sobriety blues. I was in limbo, I'd quit the booze but didn't quite know how my life was supposed to function without it. I'd got the hang of the not drinking part but I definitely wasn't thriving in my AF life In fact I felt flat, a bit depressed and rather bored My friends weren't helping – they were saying things like: “Are you still doing that not drinking thing?” “Surely you can have “just one” after such a long break? Apart from people who were responding to my blog I had no sober friends at all so felt quite lonely and a bit alienated from our alcohol drenched society I began to wonder if I'd done the right thing but was determined to keep going - that was the year when evidence about the link between breast cancer and alcohol was coming into the public domain and I certainly didn't want my breast cancer coming back so I soldiered on for the sake of my health I was retired from my corporate job by this time Sobriety had freed up a lot of time but I had no idea what to do with that extra time. I did spend time reading QuitLit and discovered Annie Grace's book This Naked Mind and that was a bit of gamechanger for me. That's when I realized that I'd been white knuckling it and that I had to create a mindshift rather than relying on willpower. That made me realise that although I was sober the job was not yet done – I had to learn how to thrive in my sobriety – rather than feel deprived with being hit with bouts of FOMO. I'd developed the habit of a daily walk by the sea every day to avoid witching hour and it was on these walks that I began to get ideas I could literally feel my creativity coming back.. One  day I had an idea… What if… What if… I used my 25 years of experience in training and development to design a workshop which would help other people to get sober and learn to thrive in their sobriety I was confident that I could teach people HOW to stop drinking and give them a toolkit – strategies and tools that had worked for me. Although I hadn't quite got the hang of thriving in my own sobriety I wanted to build a community so that we could help each other to learn to love our alcohol free lives. We could figure it out together We could use our sobriety as a springboard for personal development. So I started to design the workshop which I called "New Beginnings". A project which was creative and kept me fully occupied It was also triggering my happy brain chemicals! Once the workshop was designed I had to get a website set up and then do some FB ads I now understand that having a big project and then dividing it into small steps is a sure way to stay happy and busy – and it worked! It was about that time that my sobriety blues began to lift. With hindsight I realise that my depression was evaporating because I had a worthwhile project on the go! So at merely 6 months sober I found myself in a hotel conference room in Cape Town running the very first workshop for 15 people – that was on November 12th 2015! So 2015 was when it all started… 2016 began with our very first Challenge – The Dry January Challenge! I was already a great supporter of an NGO here in Cape Town called Earthchild which provided yoga and lifeskills training for underprivileged children. One day it came to me that I could use our fast growing platform to fundraise for Earthchild and our first Challenge was born – that Dry January Fundraiser is a firm fixture in our calendar and we've raised more than R300,000 for Earthchild over the years – that's been enough to help more than 1,000 children. Our second CPT workshop took place in March of that year. That was where I met Janis who has been sober ever since and is now one of our Recovery Coaches – she also writes a weekly blog for us called “conversations with Janis” which you can find on the website. Building on the success of the Dry January Challenge we decided to do a longer Challenge in the Spring so our first 66 day Sober Spring Challenge was launched. Meanwhile we were getting plenty of media attention here in SA – we were featured on tv, in radio programs and the press. In an alcohol drenched society our community was hitting the news By 2017 we were running workshops in Joburg and that's where I met Nick and Lynette. They both got sober by attending a Joburg workshop. Lynette trained as a recovery coach and is now our Head Coach and they both still help me to facilitate our regular Zoom workshops. 2018 was an important year for us… Our workshops were getting great feedback so we ran our first London workshop that year. Not only did we have author of the Sober Diaries Clare Pooley as a guest speaker but it was there that we came across the fabulous Lucy! Another workshop graduate who is now an essential member of the Tribe Sober team – co-facilitating workshops and coming to the Zoom workshop every Saturday. Lucy is master of the reframe and thanks to her we now tell our newbies that “they don't have a problem, they have an opportunity to ditch the drink and change their lives in ways they cannot imagine!” So people who have been worrying about their drinking “problem” start to feel excited about the opportunity ahead. By 2018 we had a database of a few hundred people who had attended a workshop and they were wanting more – they wanted not only more content but they wanted a way to stay connected. We always begin our workshop with shares and this is a powerful experience for the participants. Not only is it often the first time that they have told their own story and realised just how unhappy alcohol is making them – but hearing other people tell their story makes them realise they are not alone in this. The honesty and vulnerability shown during the shares creates a strong bond so that's why people wanted to stay connected. So that's why we created our membership program. Because connection is the opposite of addiction. Fortunately for me that was about the time when Sue knocked on my door.  She'd got sober with AA but liked our approach and wanted to get involved.  Sue is an Accountant so she was able to implement some much needed structure behind the scenes.  I was doing everything on my own and my little passion project of running the odd workshop in Cape Town was expanding fast! So thanks to Sue we soon got more organized as she implemented some systems and created a master spreadsheet listing our members. Our aim was always to keep our membership small so we could get to know people and provide a really personal service.  Some sobriety groups have thousands of members but we are happy to stay at around the 400 member mark. We want to focus on service rather than growth. Sue also mastered our website and was soon troubleshooting and developing it further.  Her role has grown along with Tribe Sober and she provides a great service to our members – she welcomes new members, gets them onboarded and holds daily group chats on Zoom for them.  She even keeps a running total of the sober time we are clocking up as a Tribe – that currently stands at more than 300 years! 2019 Was spent establishing our membership and increasing the support we offered. Another successful fund raiser and as well as another Sober Spring challenge. Our team gained another member when we met Judy at a Joburg workshop. She offered her services as our Tribe Doctor which means our members get access to confidential medical advice on alcohol related matters. Then along came Courage – the Tribe Sober team has grown organically as people came to our workshops, got sober and then wanted to stay connected. However I have to admit I did headhunt this team member. At the time I was teaching HR in a business college and came across Courage from Zimbabwe. He was in my class and in fact was usually top of that class as he is one clever guy. By then our Challenges were getting more and more popular and took quite some organization so Courage came on board as our Campaign Manager – and these days he also helps me with podcast editing. 2020 was the year of the rebrand… from WWW to TS – our community had been referring to themselves as the Tribe for a while now so one day I thought it was time for a rebrand – and we became Tribe Sober. Which involved a few months developing our new website of course! Like the rest of the world we had a Pandemic to deal with – we launched our Lockdown Challenge and the workshops were shifted to Zoom. A format we've stayed with as it enables us to offer our workshop to people all over the world. 2020 was also my 5 year Soberversary which I celebrated by launching this podcast! 2021 In 2021 Mon joined our Team as Marketing Support, taking over our social media and helping me with marketing. Monica had originally joined us as a Tribe Member. She struggled a lot at first but never gave up.  In fact she had 84 Day One's which is a bit of a record here at the Tribe! But she is an inspiration to many and walking proof that if you keep at it you will get there. Monica is now 18 months sober. 2022 saw the launch of our online Kickstart course – thats our original workshop which is now available as a Group Workshop, an online course or a private 1.2.1. workshop This year we also did our first 5 day Sober Bootcamp via a Facebook Group. We'll be doing that again in January so if you want to join in just find the Sober Bootcamp Facebook Group and join the conversation. Plans for 2023 include a January Sober Bootcamp as well as the launch of the Kickstart Group Coaching Program so watch this space! So that's the story of how one woman with a crazy idea started a community… It's just one example of how life can turn out when you ditch the drink and get back your energy and creativity The magic in this story is that as I helped others to ditch the booze I began to thrive in my own sobriety I discovered that this kind of work lit me up and gave my life real meaning and purpose. Don't forget that the code "birthday2022" is live now so you can claim 20% discount on Annual Membership and/or Kickstart online course! Just go to tribesober.com and you'll find all the info or message janet@tribesober.com More Info Subscription membership – you can join up HERE. To access our website, click HERE. If you would like a free copy of our “Annual Tracker” or our e-book 66 Days to Sobriety, please email janet@tribesober.com. If you would like to come to our Saturday afternoon Zoom Cafe as a guest and meet our community, just email janet@tribesober.com. Episode Sponsor This episode is sponsored by the Tribe Sober Membership Program.  If you want to change your relationship with alcohol then sign up today Read more about our program and subscribe HERE Help us to Spread the Word! We made this podcast so that we can reach more people who need our help.  Please subscribe and share. If you enjoyed the podcast, then please leave us a 5-star review on Apple podcasts. Take a screenshot of your review, and DM it to Tribe Sober's Instagram page – see PS below for instructions. We'll send you something special to say thank you! We release a podcast episode every Saturday morning. You can follow Tribe Sober on Facebook, Twitter, TikTok and Instagram. You can join our private Facebook group HERE. PS: How to Leave a Rating/Review in Apple Podcasts (on an iOS Device) Open the Podcasts app. EASY. Choose “Search” from the bottom row of icons and enter the name of the show (e.g. Recover Like a Mother) into the search field. Select the show under Shows (not under Episodes). Scroll down past the first few episodes until you see Ratings & Reviews. Click Write a Review underneath the displayed reviews from other listeners. You'll then have the option to rate the show on a 5-star scale and write a review (you can rate without writing too but it's always good to read your experience).

In this edition of The Way Out I'm ecstatic to bring you my interview with Recovery Coach, Recovery Podcaster, and person in long term Recovery Matt Gardiner. Matt hosts the Beyond Recovery Podcast and it was a true honor to share my journey to and through recovery to this point on his podcast recently, so check that out if you are so inclined and to that end, I've included a handy link to that episode in the show notes. Every once in a great while, you meet someone where everything just seems to click, and this is precisely what happened with Matt and I right off the bat - we quickly hit it off and it truly felt as we were old friends. We found we have so much in common, from our mutual love of great 90's music like Nirvana, to playing guitar and songwriting, and from being bullied in adolescence to having a close friend in Recovery provide that essential helping hand to get into and launch ourselves into recovery. Throw in each of us having multiple attempts at recovery prior to our most recent and with any luck our last and both of us being Recovery Coaches, Recovery Podcasters and people in long term recovery we are indeed brothers from other mothers and our ensuing conversation is absolutely jam packed with spiritual and recovery truth as well as Matt's journey to and through Recovery to this point so listen up. Contact Matt: https://linktr.ee/mattgardiner555 My interview with Matt on his Beyond Recovery Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/user/mattgardiner/audio1348297952 Recommended Recovery Literature (Quit-Lit): Alcohol is SH!T: How to Ditch the Booze, Re-ignite Your Life, and Recover the Person you Were Always Meant to be by by Paul Churchill: https://www.amazon.com/Alcohol-SH-Re-ignite-Recover-Person/dp/1086176545 Best Piece of Recovery Advice: 'The Opposite Of Addiction Is Not Sobriety. The Opposite Of Addiction Is Connection' - Yohann Hari Songs that Symbolize Recovery: Bulls on Parade by Rage Against the Machine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3L4YrGaR8E4 After the Goldrush by Neil Young: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOMaqe0LOmo Don't forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist” available only on Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6HNQyyjlFBrDbOUADgw1Sz (c) 2015 - 2022 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved Theme Music: “all clear” (https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/) by Ketsa (https://ketsa.uk) licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-way-out-podcast/message

Host: Patty Lavely, MBA, CHCIO, VP, CIDO, Health Care District of Palm Beach County Join Host Patty Lavely, MBA, CHCIO, VP, CIDO, Health Care District of Palm Beach County, as she facilitates a discussion about community hospitals and recovery coaches with special guests: Laurisa Guerrero, Director of Peer Services, Georgia Council on Substance Abuse; Karen Hoyt, Chaplain, Northeast Georgia Medical Center; Aubrey Williams, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, RNC-NIC, MATS, Nurse Educator, Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit; and Alexus Pitts, CARES, CPS-AD, MATS, NICU Peer Recovery Coach, Georgia Council on Substance Abuse. The CHIME Opioid Task Force (OTF) was launched in early 2018 with a simple mission: to turn the tide on the opioid epidemic using the knowledge and expertise of the nation's healthcare IT leaders. While our mission is simple, achieving it is not. Opioid addiction is a complex disease that requires long-term, if not lifetime, care from well-informed clinicians who are supported with easy-to-use and reliable tools.

Kari Taylor, Director of the Western Maine Addiction Recovery Initiative (WMARI), joins us to share about the organization's work supporting addiction recovery in our state. WMARI's mission is to build a collaborative, non-judgmental environment to support addiction recovery through education, advocacy, and compassionate community action. Supportive meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month starting at 6pm for anyone who would like to join, and are currently held on Zoom due to pandemic precautions. For more information and to receive the Zoom link, please email info@wmari.org. WMARI also supports education in the community, and helps those struggling with addiction through Project SaveME. Through the program, anyone who walks into a police department or emergency room in Oxford County asking for help with addiction is paired with a trained Recovery Coach. Those asking for help are also allowed to turn over drugs and drug paraphernalia without fear of arrest or charges. Recovery Coaches will help the individual connect with available treatment options and support them through their treatment and recovery. To learn more about WMARI and how you could get involved, including opportunities to become a Recovery Coach, visit their website. 

  David Collins is well known in the recovery world.  He is the founder of the Foundation Clinic and U-ACT here in South Africa.  He is a Master Recovery Coach with a keen sense of social responsibility.  Through his Ubuntu Addiction Community Trust he's trained a team of Recovery Coaches who are addressing South Africa's need to build recovery capital. In this Episode David's father was an alcoholic and he told us the touching story of creating a picture of his family in school at the age of 10 – then a classmate looking at the picture and saying that his parents were drug addicts. That makes me think of our last workshop. There were several people there who had alcoholism in the family.  There was also a young guy who had small children and he told us that just listening to the sad stories from people who had grown up with an alcoholic parent had made him determined to change. David made the decision that he would never be like his father – so he turned to hard drugs rather than alcohol! We talked about the false beliefs we all have about addiction – the stories we tell ourselves – for example that wine is “better” than cocaine – but of course its all drugs.. He told us that it took about 3 years for him to go from “I've got a problem” to “This is hell and I need help” -  I've often talked about the average length of time for people it takes someone with an alcohol problem to reach out for help being 11 years so it seems that hard drugs will take you down faster! David hit his rock bottom when he became addicted to heroin and crack cocaine and lost his kids to foster care. As the result of a medical at the Japanese bank where he was working David was sent to his first rehab but it took a few rehab stays before he got clean. He began his journey into recovery 26 years ago – when there was nothing else available except the 12 step approach. However the 12 step model worked for him and he was abstinent for 15 years – in fact he called himself Captain Recovery and collected all the chips and keyrings going! He was back in banking, remarried and was ticking all the boxes for a happy life – the only problem was that he wasn't happy! David did some personal development with the Mankind Project and then studied business coaching. It occurred to him that the coaching model would fit very well into recovery processes As he explained the discipline of the 12 steps kept him clean for 12 years but then he needed more – rather than being told to keep to the steps he was ready to be empowered to discover what recovery actually meant for him – and recovery coaching was the perfect mechanism for that. The role of the recovery coach is to facilitate the growth of Recovery Capital. David explained that Recovery Capital is about building internal resources so that we can stay clean and be fulfilled in our lives Here at Tribe Sober we enable you to quit drinking and then to go on and thrive in your alcohol free life – we have our own Recovery Coaches who can help you to build those inner resources needed to thrive David talked about shame – the internal shame we all feel when we are struggling – and the communal shame felt by the family – and then of course the stigma society places on addiction which perpetuates the problem – we have to find a way to lift the shame and let the healing begin We talked about the wider problems of alcohol and drug abuse here in SA and David is personally involved in training and sending recovery coaches into communities. He strongly believes that recovery capital is key and research has shown for every $1 spent on education there is a saving of $7 ($3 on medical costs and $4 on criminal justice interventions) That's a pretty impressive return on investment! With the work he does in the world of recovery David feels that he has connected to his soul's purpose You can find out more about David on his website which is davidcollins.com, he's on Instagram and I also spotted him doing some crazy stuff on TikTok the other day so do check him out! More Info Subscription membership – you can join up HERE. To access our website, click HERE. If you would like a free copy of our “Annual Tracker” or our e-book 66 Days to Sobriety, please email janet@tribesober.com. If you would like to come to our Saturday afternoon Zoom Cafe as a guest and meet our community, just email janet@tribesober.com. Episode Sponsor This episode is sponsored by the Tribe Sober Membership Program.  If you want to change your relationship with alcohol then sign up today Read more about our program and subscribe HERE Book a Discovery Call with me to find out if our membership would help you Help us to Spread the Word! We made this podcast so that we can reach more people who need our help.  Please subscribe and share. If you enjoyed the podcast, then please leave us a 5-star review on Apple podcasts. Take a screenshot of your review, and DM it to Tribe Sober's Instagram page – see PS below for instructions. We'll send you something special to say thank you! We release a podcast episode every Saturday morning. You can follow Tribe Sober on Facebook, Twitter, TikTok and Instagram. You can join our private Facebook group HERE.   PS: How to Leave a Rating/Review in Apple Podcasts (on an iOS Device) Open the Podcasts app. EASY. Choose “Search” from the bottom row of icons and enter the name of the show (e.g. Recover Like a Mother) into the search field. Select the show under Shows (not under Episodes). Scroll down past the first few episodes until you see Ratings & Reviews. Click Write a Review underneath the displayed reviews from other listeners. You'll then have the option to rate the show on a 5-star scale and write a review (you can rate without writing too but it's always good to read your experience).

Kristie developed an eating disorder in her teenage years, competing on the world stage as an elite athlete. She sought treatment in Australia and New Zealand where she became 'functional' in life, but still had constant thoughts about food and body image in her mind. She relapsed again 9 years later and was this time told that she was chronic and should expect to have to 'manage' her eating disorder for the rest of her life. Not satisfied with this, Kristie researched treatment options and travelled to California to attend treatment at Monte Nido. Immediately stunned by the quality of the program and expertise of the staff she made a wild promise to herself that if she ever recovered, she would set up a residential treatment centre in New Zealand so that others would have access to this level and quality of support. Firstly, Kristie set up Recovered Living in the USA which provides online and live-in support to people in recovery. Her team of Recovery Coaches are all fully recovered and endlessly dedicated to supporting others to do the same. Kristie was invited to present at the 2018 TEDx event in New Zealand. Since that time she has been driven to create a charitable residential treatment centre in New Zealand, that operates on a not-for-profit basis. Recovered Living NZ is on track to open its doors in 2022 with a 6 bed residential and a 6 place day program. We discuss topics including: Wanting to start a nonprofit eating disorder treatment center in NZ Recovered Living USA and Recovered Living NZ Her experience at other treatment centers Making treatment affordable How the life skills piece at treatment was very helpful towards her recovery and how she will incorporate that into her treatment center ______________________________________ 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”. 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.

This week, Dr. Jason Powers is joined by Tanya Kraege APSW, CSAC, MSW, CCAR Coach, CCAR Trainer, WICPS Trainer. Tanya is a Crisis Worker at Journey Mental Health and she is the Drug Poisoning Prevention Team Manager at Safe Communities MDC. She specializes in working with people with substance use challenges, women using substances during pregnancy, trauma, relationships, and mental health challenges. Tanya has worked in mental health and substance use for 14 years and currently oversees Recovery Coaches and Certified Peer Specialists who work in various environments in Dane County, Wisconsin, to support people with substance use challenges and affected families.    Over the past few years in this role, Tanya has secured grant funding to design and implement a Salesforce-based recovery practice management solution that has increased productivity by 40% in peer provider management and has given her the flexibility to serve over 1600 people in her community. Tanya also works as a crisis worker at Dane County Crisis and consults around the Country regarding anti-stigma work and peer provider programs. Tanya played a role in the Health Care Task Force on Safe Opioid Prescribing by participating in the academic detailing program for working with clinicians on co-prescribing Naloxone with opioid prescription medications.    In addition to being a Clinical Social Worker, Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor, and community advocate, Tanya is also a Recovery Coach, Recovery Coach Trainer, and Certified Peer Specialist Trainer. She uses her story of addiction and recovery to help others gain hope and insight into new ways of living.   Topics Discussed: Healing from childhood trauma through recovery and therapy The journey of authenticity and learning to love yourself Rooting for the underdog and rising from the ashes of our past  Recognizing privilege and learning from others' experiences    Connect with Tanya Kraege:   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanya-kraege-92572b53/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/TKraege    Connect with Positive Recovery Centers:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

On this West Virginia Morning, a northern panhandle program is training and employing peer recovery coaches. The coaches use their lived experience of substance use disorder to guide others into recovery. Also, in this show, blues vocalist Shemekia Copeland has our Mountain Stage Song of the Week.

Charlie and Kathie Saari are from a small town in southern New Hampshire, USA. In 2012 the Saari's founded Gates Recovery Center Ministries. They are Pastors and Recovery Coaches bringing the truth of Jesus and the love of the Father to those struggling with addictions. They have been in ministry for over 45 years and their heart is for the is lost, brokenhearted, hurting and the addicted. Gates Recovery Center now has nine Recovery Coaches and offers many valuable resources and recovery supports to help families, and those struggling with addictions. Gates Recovery Center offers inner healing to heal the soul and reduce and heal trauma. For more information about Gates Recovery Center click here.

Welcome to A Way Through, a podcast brought to you by Archway Academy! The purpose of this podcast is to remind you that though you may not see it now, something different is possible; Recovery is possible! **The views and opinions expressed by our guests are those of the individual and do not necessarily reflect those of Archway Academy. Any content provided by our student co-host(s) or guests are of their opinion and are not intended to reflect the philosophy and policies of Archway Academy itself. Nor is it intended to malign any recovery method, religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything. This week, we are joined by Andrew Warren, LCDCI, one of our Recovery Coaches and Alumni Students. Andrew shares how he was first introduced to Archway back in 2008 and what it was like growing up in Recovery to now coming full circle leading others in their adolescent recovery journey. He also shares the moment he realized he could attend college and do well in life after almost dropping out of high school. A Way Through invites you to join in on the conversation and hear stories of triumph, self-discovery, and healing. Be sure to subscribe to A Way Through to stay updated on each new episode and leave a review of the show! Topics Discussed: What separates Archway Academy from other High Schools Favorite parts of having a career devoted to young people's Recovery The importance of finding a strong community to surround yourself with Why having fun is essential to Sobriety (especially for teenagers) What life is really like as a Recovery Coach Connect with Archway Academy: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archwayacademyhtx/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archwayacademy/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVBgxwG5CC6qBcJ3U6KcK5Q Additional Resources: Meet Our Faculty!: https://www.archwayacademy.org/our-people/#apg Alternative Peer Groups (APGs): https://www.archwayacademy.org/our-people/#apg Contact Archway Academy: If you or a student you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule a tour. We are here to help. Address: 6221 Main Street Houston, TX 77030 Call: 713.328.0780 Email: sasha.coles@archwayacademy.org Website: https://www.archwayacademy.org --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/archway-academy/message

Jayne Mattingly is a masters-level eating disorder recovery coach and the owner and Chief Executive Officer of the Global Virtual Coaching Group Practice, Recovery Love and Care. Jayne identifies as fully recovered from a lifelong eating disorder and also lives with a chronic illness and is disabled, which has inspired her to help others within their own healing journeys.  Jayne's coaching style is a collaborative approach where she perseveres with and advocates for each and every one of her client's. She has a passion for helping those within their recovery, especially when it comes to body image conception, chronic illness, living with disability and body betrayal and helping others find self-compassion and body kindness.  Jayne's overall mission is to help those within their eating disorder recovery find success within the hostile recovery environment in which we live!  [00:01] Jayne Mattingly Shares Her Story With Us I introduce and welcome Jayne Mattingly Why she pursued a career as an eating disorder specialist [05:32] Eating Disorder Recovery Coaching What do Jayne's clients look like? Not all of them have anorexia How can eating disorders specialists work with physicians? Jayne shares her experience Eating disorders should be resolved with as much support as possible She tells us how [15:47] Misconceptions About Recovery Coaches Children might misinterpret eating disorders  Here's how to avoid misinterpretation Jayne gives us a sneak peek at their body of knowledge What recovery coaches are not according to Jayne [25:16] Health At Every Size What to know about intuitive eating and “health at every size” The relation of weight and trauma according to Jayne The connection between recovery and weight that you don't want to miss [35:25] The Reality About Diet Culture Listen to our interesting exchange about diet culture Don't miss Jayne's message to healthcare professionals How to break our preconceived notions about body sizes  [45:02] Closing Segment   Final takeaways: Common misconceptions about eating disorders Team-based care for individuals offers a safety net A health coach provides support with goal setting, not diagnosis Reframing weight in the context of the 8 pillars of health Health At Every Size: What does this mean? Connection of trauma and weight The effects of cognitive trauma Our words matter when we're talking about the children's BMI, and using language like obese How to not succumb to diet culture Key Quotes: “With eating disorders, you could not have too much support.” - Jayne Mattingly “Listen to your patients and your clients because there's usually so much more going on than just the weight piece.” - Jayne Mattingly Email recoveryloveandcare@gmail.com to reach out to Jayne or follow her on http://instagram.com/recoveryloveandcare (Instagram). Check out https://recoveryloveandcare.com/ (Recovery Love and Care) to know more about her work. Resources Mentioned: Book https://amzn.to/3o9BY8o (Health At Every Size) https://amzn.to/39E4EOE (Intuitive Eating) https://amzn.to/3CJz3r6 (8 Keys to Recovery from an Eating Disorder) https://amzn.to/2Y4dO4x (The Body Keeps the Score) If you'd like to connect with me, you can find me on https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-lia-gaggino-80322a31/ (LinkedIn), https://www.facebook.com/DrLiaGaggino/ (Facebook), and https://twitter.com/gagginol?lang=en (Twitter) or email me at gagginol@yahoo.com. To learn more about me visit https://www.medicalbhs.com/ (https://www.medicalbhs.com/) LOVE WHAT YOU HEARD? Leave us a 5-star review so we can continue to provide you with great content. Share this episode and help people know more about children's health and well-being.

Today I am very excited to be interviewing Gary Kimble, an amazingly busy guy who moved to South Florida after over 35 years of living in New York City to teach the “original gangster method” of the 12-step recovery program used by Dr. Bob and Bill W. He's in long-term recovery and has been clean and sober for almost 22 years. He's known as the author of the live stage production “Pass It On” and his life was profoundly affected by 9/11.In addition to being a Hazelden Author, Gary is a 12 Step Recovery Educator and Group Facilitator, CCAR Certified Recovery Coach and Trainer of Recovery Coaches, 12 Step Advocate, and Circuit Speaker.Gary lives in Palm Beach County, Florida where he currently serves as Director of Recovery Education Programs at Comprehensive Wellness Centers in Lantana Florida. He also teaches educational presentations detailing the history, hope, and healing of 12 step recovery for community groups, educators, medical professionals and law enforcement officials.To add to that, Gary facilitates 12 step workshops and groups for PHP, I.O.P. clients, and staff at numerous treatment centers.What is he working on?On this episode, you'll hear Gary talk about the "Beacon of Hope" 2018 Substance Use Disorder talks. This is a call to action, bringing together visionary thought leaders from around the nation to present cutting-edge ideas on how to try to stop the epidemic of addiction plaguing the nation. Gary talks about the amazing people who are coming together for this unbelievable event and standing as one voice to articulate what can be done!Tune in to hear about how he came up with the idea for his play "Pass It On, An Evening with Bill W & Dr. Bob" while driving coast to coast in a snowstorm and how he developed the concept of telling the history of the 12 step AA program on stage.Gary talks about his book "Walk the Talk with Step 12: Staying Sober Through Service" which shares his own story and presents the early history of how the founders worked step 12.How did he start in this industry?Gary relives memories of moving to NYC as a 17-year-old to become an actor. By his mid-30s, he was a professional actor traveling the globe. According to his mother, who kept track of his performances, he "performed on stages in over 800 cities in 60 different countries." You'll hear how drugs and alcohol took him out of the game when he “vomited on stage over Little Orphan Annie."What guided to where he is today?A few events pointed Gary in the right direction. Tune in to hear about Gary's 9/11 encounter. The tragedy evokes emotions in him as he tells us of this life changing experience. He reveals how his act of service during 9/11, positively impacted his health and life.Find out how he was led to spend time at a monastery where he found his path to start a production company, becoming a circuit speaker and author.Join in as he shares his fascinating life with us and his belief that getting to where he is, wouldn't have been possible without the trials and tribulations.How to find GaryFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/gary.kimble.77https://www.cwcrecovery.comPhone: 917 653 9371Email: PassItOn@Mail2Miracle.comWatch Gary as the narrator and in the role of Bill W in the Hazelden/Northern Light Productions short film “75 years one day at a time” here: https://player.vimeo.com/video/20485988Learn more about the International Recovery Education Campaign Film Project where Gary is the Director Of Project Developmenthttp://www.onedayatatimethemovie.comGary's book published by Hazelden, “WALK THE TALK WITH STEP 12 – Staying Sober Through Service”-http://www.hazelden.org/web/public/store.page

In Episode 6 of the Summit Pointe Series, Recovery Coaches Ashley and Joe discuss the goals of their jobs: To help people with their journey against addiction. What's more? They know the journey personally. That's right - they know what people struggling with addiction are going through - and they can help. Episode ResourcesSummit Pointe First StepSummit Pointe Crisis Line: 800-632-5449National Helpline: 800-662-4357National Addiction ResourcesMore Summit Pointe Series episodes—-Could your organization or business use purposeful exposure like this in order to share your story? Check out Livemic Communications for more information.

Keith Greer is a passionate, sought-after Keynote Speaker and Recovery Coach. In addition to working with individuals and families affected by addiction, Keith trains Recovery Coaches at Recovery Coach University. He is also the host of The Helping Conversation Podcast. He believes that a person struggling with Substance Use Disorder is his own best resource, that each person is the expert on their own life and is ultimately capable of designing and charting a direction for their future. Keith sees his clients through a lens of autonomy...he starts where the client is at and is deeply interested in where they want to go from here. Following one of Stephen Covey's principals, he asks his clients to begin with the end in mind and asks where they'd like to see themselves in 3, 6 and 12 months from now. Join Keith Greer as he explains what's involved in co-creating an atmosphere of safety and trust. He normalizes ambivalence. Keith leads us through a series of questions based on motivational interviewing, geared toward helping the client move from a place of pre-contemplation to a place of readiness to move forward in recovery. Keith discusses stigmatizing language that hurts clients and families alike and offers alternatives. He talks about the what's important to know about the complicated suffering involved when working with families affected by addiction. If you are a person struggling to motivate yourself to develop a recovery plan, I suggest that you follow along and answer Keith Greer's questions during this podcast. You'll be amazed at the internal shift you'll feel by the end of the show. If you are a therapist, you'll feel like you've just been to an outstanding motivational interviewing training session and will walk away with a refreshing new way to view and approach clients. Keith will explain what a Recovery Coach has to offer and where to find one.

My guest today is Facilitator, Speaker and Author, Jesse Harless, sober since Dec 2005. As CEO of Entrepreneurs in Recovery®, he facilitates highly experiential online and in-person events that help individuals and organizations harness their strengths and create purposeful visions. Jesse also holds a MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Rivier University, a HeartMath® certified trainer, and XCHANGE faculty member.His addict dad left when he was 4 and it affected Jesse very deeply. To cope, he turned to online gaming, and pornography was his first addiction as a teenager. Then at college, his drinking began in earnest and it was very clear he was drinking in excess and quickly fell into hardcore drug addiction. Life got very dark for a while as he began ordering narcotics through the US mail and eventually got caught.Jesse was facing 7-14 years in federal prison and it scared him straight into 12 step programs and therapy. He became fully immersed in recovery and was able to overcome panic disorder and heal other trauma from his life by using daily practices that he talks about in his book  If Not You, Then Who? Harness Your Strengths To Shift From Addiction to Abundance.Now, Jesse is a professional facilitator to help others become Recovery Coaches and is deeply immersed in spreading the message that recovery is possible.___Ready to make changes in your career and personal life? Learn more about my Recovery@Work program, by clicking HERE.Thank you for listening and being a part of a supportive community to help people with solid recovery step into leadership. If you liked this episode, please don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show HERE through Apple Podcasts, or HERE if you're an Android user, and help us spread the word about this inspiring free content. Take the Quiz HERE to find out what animal best represents your leadership style and get on the mailing list so you don't miss an episode!This episode is brought to you by:Join me on Clubhouse! Look for the Recovery@Work club and @maureenrg. Check out our FREE resources here: Emerge Leadership Academy Connect with me:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/emergentleadership/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/emergeleadership/Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/mrgmentor/LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/in/maureenrossgemmeYouTube -https://www.youtube.com/emergeleadershipacademyClubhouse - Join the Recovery@Work club and follow me @maureenrg.

Phil Valentine is the Executive Director for the Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR). He has been an integral component in this Recovery Community Organization since January 1999. An accomplished author, trainer and presenter Phil is widely recognized as leader in the new recovery advocacy movement. Phil is known to carry the message of recovery through storytelling, humor and wit. In 2006, the Johnson Institute recognized his efforts with an America Honors Recovery award.  In 2008, Faces and Voices of Recovery honored CCAR with the first Joel Hernandez Voice of the Recovery Community Award as the outstanding recovery community organization in the country. In 2009, the Hartford Business Journal named him the Non-Profit Executive of the Year. He appears in the documentary “The Anonymous People”, a groundbreaking video that CCAR had the privilege of supporting. In 2015, Phil thruhiked the Appalachian Trail, a journey of 2,189 miles and carried the message of recovery the entire way (#AT4Recovery).   People consistently seek Phil's experience and expertise on a variety of topics – Recovery Community Organization development, Recovery Community Center development, peer recovery support services, recovery coaching, advocacy and others. Numerous authors have included his perspective in their writings; for example, Bill White, Christopher Kennedy-Lawford, Dr. John Kelly, Bud Mikhitarian and Melissa Killeen.   Early in his career, Phil spearheaded CCAR's effort to build a statewide network of Recovery Community Centers that feature innovative peer recovery support services like telephone recovery support, All-Recovery groups and Recovery Works! employment services. Most recently, CCAR implemented the Emergency Department Recovery Coach project with dramatic, positive results. Phil was instrumental in the development of CCAR's highly-acclaimed videos and served as CCAR's point man for the first seven “Recovery Walks!", annual walks held for those in support of recovery from alcohol and other drug addiction. He has designed and facilitated several trainings and currently, Phil has focused his training efforts on the CCAR Recovery Coach Academy©, Ethical Considerations for Recovery Coaches©, Spirituality for Recovery Coaches© and Professionalism for Recovery Coaches©.   Phil established his recovery since December 28, 1987 and believes being public about his own recovery from alcohol and cocaine addiction helps eliminate the discrimination surrounding addiction and recovery. He strives to “soften the community” to recovery. A University of Connecticut graduate, he previously worked as a community counselor in a detox/residential treatment setting and in the field of prevention. He is married and has five children. His favorite hobbies are hiking, kayak and surf fishing, European football and movies.      

You can support us by making a once off or ongoing donation here: DONATEIn this week's episode Millie chats with the world renowned eating disorder clinician, author and lived experience pioneer Carolyn Costin. They discuss her 40 years of experience in the eating disorder field including the establishment of the very first US residential eating disorder facility Monte Nido, her 8 Keys to Recovery philosophy, the power of lived experience and her latest passion - training Recovery Coaches through The Carolyn Costin Institute. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

0:40 - Guest hosts Don Smith and Tom Russo introduce themselves and their guest, Stacy Charpentier.2:00- Stacy talks about the scope of CCAR Training.4:08 - Stacy explains what the  Recovery Coach Academy (RCA) is and how it came to be.6:08 - Don and Stacy discuss welcoming Recovery Allies into the Recovery Movement and Stacy shares her personal experiences that made her a Recovery Ally.  11:19 - Stacy discusses use of technology to bring the message of Recovery to people in these difficult times.17:50 - Don discusses  his entry into Recovery, the gifts he received as a result, and how exposure to a more inclusive idea of Recovery changed his life. 19:30 - Tom asks Stacy, "what are some ways we've worked to meet people where they're at in the virtual space with all the things going on right now?" and Stacy discusses some of the work other RCO's have done to provide Training. 25:31 - Don shares his experience attending the RCA and reflects on the change he see's it bring about in others who attend. 26:27 - Stacy discusses certification of Recovery Coaches and the importance of vetting Coaches. She goes on to explain the unique offerings for vetting and support that CCAR Training created specifically for Recovery Coaches.33:20 - Tom and Stacy discuss how CCAR uses its' Training earnings to fund Recovery Support Services. 37:12 - Stacy explains the inspiration that drove CCAR Training to create the International Association of Recovery Coach Professionals (IARCP) and what membership entails. 40:07 - Stacy shares where more information can be found about the RCP, the IARCP, and CCAR Training's offerings.  

Guest 1 Relationships, Codependency, Love Sherry Gaba, author of her new book, Love Smacked: How to Stop the Cycle of Relationship Addiction and Codependency to Find Everlasting Love. Book Synopsis: Many rehab and recovery centers are now advertising that they help clients with love addictions and codependency. But no one has approached the subject of its equally damaging cousin--relationship addiction. Relationship addicts are so in love with love, with love and romance and being coupled up that they continually move from one relationship to another, always on the rebound, never giving themselves time to heal and learn how to be independent. They get into relationships again and again, just to avoid feeling lonely--or worse, to avoid feeling "abnormal." Love Smacked will address all of these issues, looking at early childhood trauma and how that affects our subsequent choices in partners, and how we approach love and relationships. It will discuss the lessons we learn from our upbringing and social and cultural background--lessons that sometimes teach us what healthy relationships look like, but sometimes teach us something else: that we don't deserve any better; that a typical relationship looks turbulent and difficult; that if we ask for better for ourselves, people won't like us or want to be with us. More details https://sherrygaba.com/ Guest 2 Strategic Interventions, Life and Recovery Coaching Autumn Rock from Rock Life Recovery and Success Strategies joins us for the second half of the show. Autumn Rock is a Strategic Interventionist, Life and Recovery Coach who specializes in diversity, equity and inclusion. She is the CEO and founder of Rock Life and Success Strategies and assists individuals and organizations in empowering themselves and others. Against the odds, she has created a success story for herself and many others. Over twenty years ago, Autumn overcame her own addictions and fought a subsequent battle with PTSD from domestic violence and abuse. Since then, she has been fiercely pursuing equality, inclusion, success and freedom for herself and other brave people in recovery, wellness, business, and life. She has worked in early childhood education and youth care and runs successful businesses for over two decades. She is trained in leadership, addictions interventions, gender-based analysis, neurolinguistic programming, and holds life and recovery coaching certificates through the International Association of Recovery Coaches, Net Institute and holds a special She Recovers Coach designation. She is the Pride Society President for her area and serves as an advisor to the board for the Canadian Center For Women’s Empowerment and is the co-founder and producer of The Women Who Inspire Conference. As a community leader, writer, public speaker, and mentor, she is devoted to helping individuals and organizations achieve their dreams and reach their highest potential both in recovery and life.

Charlie and Kathie Saari founded Gates Recovery Center Ministries in New Ipswitch, NH. They are Pastors and Recovery Coaches bringing the truth of Jesus and the love of the Father to those struggling with addictions. Gates Recovery Center now has nine Recovery Coaches and offers many valuable resources and recovery supports to help families, and those struggling with addictions through inner healing to heal the soul and reduce and heal trauma. For more information visit gatesrecoverycenter.org

The ARCHES Indigenous Recovery Coach Program is a recovery-oriented, community-based and culturally informed recovery coach program, supporting adults undergoing opioid agonist therapy (OAT), also known as medically assisted therapy (MAT), for opioid addiction in Lethbridge. The program is intended to combine one-on-one community-based transition / navigator services with peer support services and culturally-focused healing. From a strength-based and person-centered approach, the Indigenous Recovery Coaches focus on working with participants to apply their newly acquired recovery skills in their living environment and help them resolve any issues or problems that can impact their recovery. Recovery Coaches will also try to support participants to stay engaged throughout their continuum of recovery, using techniques such as Motivational Interviewing and behavioural intervention practices. An Indigenous Recovery Coach functions similar to any other Recovery Coach, however, they approach this process from an Indigenous cultural lens. The speakers will talk about the muriad of scanarios that are at play and their learing from the first year of the program. Speakers: Joey Blood (Aakainiskimm) and Jerry Firth (Piitaana) Joey Blood grew up on the Blood Reserve, and his Blackfoot name is Aakainiskimm, meaning Many Buffalo Stones. Joey was raised in the Blackfoot culture by his parents, who are elders for some of the Blackfoot sacred societies. Joey is also a member of one of the Blackfoot sacred societies. he attended school on the reserve, as well as the Lethbridge College and Red Crow College. Joey has been involved with numerus agencies, both on and off the reserve, with much of his being with youth and families. He is now an Indigenous Recovery Coach with the Indigenous Recovery Coach Program through ARCHES. Jerry Firth's Blackfoot name is Piitaana, meaning Eagle Man. Jerry is the Program Manager with the Indigenous Recovery Coach Program through ARCHES. Jerry is a Registered Social Work, with both his Bachelors and Masters in Social Work. His areas of interest are in community development, social planning, reconciliation, human rights and equity, inclusion and diversity, and addictions and recovery. Jerry values the power of relationship with family, friends and community. He is active in many community groups, committees and initiatives, including Reconciliation Lethbridge, Lethbridge Diversity & Inclusion Alliance, the Rotary Club of Lethbridge Mosaic and the Lethbridge Uplands Neighbourhood Association. Moderator: Amanda Scout Date: Thursday, September 26, 2019 Time: Doors open 11:30 am, Presentation 12 noon, buffet lunch 12:30 pm, Q&A 1 – 1:30 pm Location: Royal Canadian Legion (north door) 324 Mayor Magrath Dr. S. Lethbridge Cost: $14 buffet lunch with dessert/coffee/tea/juice or $2 coffee/tea/juice. RSVP not required Visit the SACPA website: http://www.sacpa.ca

The ARCHES Indigenous Recovery Coach Program is a recovery-oriented, community-based and culturally informed recovery coach program, supporting adults undergoing opioid agonist therapy (OAT), also known as medically assisted therapy (MAT), for opioid addiction in Lethbridge. The program is intended to combine one-on-one community-based transition / navigator services with peer support services and culturally-focused healing. From a strength-based and person-centered approach, the Indigenous Recovery Coaches focus on working with participants to apply their newly acquired recovery skills in their living environment and help them resolve any issues or problems that can impact their recovery. Recovery Coaches will also try to support participants to stay engaged throughout their continuum of recovery, using techniques such as Motivational Interviewing and behavioural intervention practices. An Indigenous Recovery Coach functions similar to any other Recovery Coach, however, they approach this process from an Indigenous cultural lens. The speakers will talk about the muriad of scanarios that are at play and their learing from the first year of the program. Speakers: Joey Blood (Aakainiskimm) and Jerry Firth (Piitaana) Joey Blood grew up on the Blood Reserve, and his Blackfoot name is Aakainiskimm, meaning Many Buffalo Stones. Joey was raised in the Blackfoot culture by his parents, who are elders for some of the Blackfoot sacred societies. Joey is also a member of one of the Blackfoot sacred societies. he attended school on the reserve, as well as the Lethbridge College and Red Crow College. Joey has been involved with numerus agencies, both on and off the reserve, with much of his being with youth and families. He is now an Indigenous Recovery Coach with the Indigenous Recovery Coach Program through ARCHES. Jerry Firth's Blackfoot name is Piitaana, meaning Eagle Man. Jerry is the Program Manager with the Indigenous Recovery Coach Program through ARCHES. Jerry is a Registered Social Work, with both his Bachelors and Masters in Social Work. His areas of interest are in community development, social planning, reconciliation, human rights and equity, inclusion and diversity, and addictions and recovery. Jerry values the power of relationship with family, friends and community. He is active in many community groups, committees and initiatives, including Reconciliation Lethbridge, Lethbridge Diversity & Inclusion Alliance, the Rotary Club of Lethbridge Mosaic and the Lethbridge Uplands Neighbourhood Association. Moderator: Amanda Scout Date: Thursday, September 26, 2019 Time: Doors open 11:30 am, Presentation 12 noon, buffet lunch 12:30 pm, Q&A 1 – 1:30 pm Location: Royal Canadian Legion (north door) 324 Mayor Magrath Dr. S. Lethbridge Cost: $14 buffet lunch with dessert/coffee/tea/juice or $2 coffee/tea/juice. RSVP not required Visit the SACPA website: http://www.sacpa.ca

The ARCHES Indigenous Recovery Coach Program is a recovery-oriented, community-based and culturally informed recovery coach program, supporting adults undergoing opioid agonist therapy (OAT), also known as medically assisted therapy (MAT), for opioid addiction in Lethbridge. The program is intended to combine one-on-one community-based transition / navigator services with peer support services and culturally-focused healing. From a strength-based and person-centered approach, the Indigenous Recovery Coaches focus on working with participants to apply their newly acquired recovery skills in their living environment and help them resolve any issues or problems that can impact their recovery. Recovery Coaches will also try to support participants to stay engaged throughout their continuum of recovery, using techniques such as Motivational Interviewing and behavioural intervention practices. An Indigenous Recovery Coach functions similar to any other Recovery Coach, however, they approach this process from an Indigenous cultural lens. The speakers will talk about the muriad of scanarios that are at play and their learing from the first year of the program. Speakers: Joey Blood (Aakainiskimm) and Jerry Firth (Piitaana) Joey Blood grew up on the Blood Reserve, and his Blackfoot name is Aakainiskimm, meaning Many Buffalo Stones. Joey was raised in the Blackfoot culture by his parents, who are elders for some of the Blackfoot sacred societies. Joey is also a member of one of the Blackfoot sacred societies. he attended school on the reserve, as well as the Lethbridge College and Red Crow College. Joey has been involved with numerus agencies, both on and off the reserve, with much of his being with youth and families. He is now an Indigenous Recovery Coach with the Indigenous Recovery Coach Program through ARCHES. Jerry Firth's Blackfoot name is Piitaana, meaning Eagle Man. Jerry is the Program Manager with the Indigenous Recovery Coach Program through ARCHES. Jerry is a Registered Social Work, with both his Bachelors and Masters in Social Work. His areas of interest are in community development, social planning, reconciliation, human rights and equity, inclusion and diversity, and addictions and recovery. Jerry values the power of relationship with family, friends and community. He is active in many community groups, committees and initiatives, including Reconciliation Lethbridge, Lethbridge Diversity & Inclusion Alliance, the Rotary Club of Lethbridge Mosaic and the Lethbridge Uplands Neighbourhood Association. Moderator: Amanda Scout Date: Thursday, September 26, 2019 Time: Doors open 11:30 am, Presentation 12 noon, buffet lunch 12:30 pm, Q&A 1 – 1:30 pm Location: Royal Canadian Legion (north door) 324 Mayor Magrath Dr. S. Lethbridge Cost: $14 buffet lunch with dessert/coffee/tea/juice or $2 coffee/tea/juice. RSVP not required Visit the SACPA website: http://www.sacpa.ca

This episode offers Art Woodard’s TakeAways & CARECOVERY Compatible prescriptions from William White for supporting recovery of individuals and families that inform Recovery Coaches, Recoverees and their Families & service professionals in DevelopingART Of Learning Living & Leading Recovery. This episode provides a glimpse of future CARECOVERY & HELPodcast offerings from Art Woodard. EnJOY the Learning!

Katie O’Leary, Dennis Doris and Danny Ginivan came it to follow up on the tail end of the interview with Katie in episode 17. We discuss, among other things, training, vetting, and standards for Recovery Coaches in Massachusetts.

What kind of mom do you want to be?  In a very vulnerable interview, Shelley Anderson of Recovery Coaches of Instagram shares her story about alcohol, codependency and motherhood. From childhood, Shelley always dreamed of being a mom. Yet, after she gave birth to her son, life seemed overwhelming and unmanageable.  Her dream became a nightmare of hungover mornings and difficult relationships. Until one Memorial Day when she called it quits for good.

Peer Recovery Support Coaches/Specialists are just starting to gain traction in the recovery space. Benefits, payment models, and role responsibilities are all still being worked out. In this episode, I speak with Brandon George, Executive Director at Indiana Addiction Issues Coalition, who is spearheading the expansion of these positions in Indiana.

Certified Addictions Coach and President of The New Hope Addiction Recovery Centre André Viel joins me on the show to discuss recently revealed plans to open a new treatment facility in Fall of 2019. Thee 23-patient establishment will be situated on 45 acres in Scoudouc, New Brunswick and plans to offer services to treat addiction along with mental health and concurrent disorders like PTSD, anxiety, depression which are often coupled with addiction.“We will have a holistic approach paired with other proven therapy methods,” Viel explained.“We’re also excited to be serving clients from anywhere in Canada, the U.S, or anywhere else in the world, as long as they are comfortable with group therapy in English and one-on-one therapy in either English or French.”Explaining the need for a treatment facility such as The New Hope Recovery Centre, Mr. Viel explains, “We want to offer much-needed addiction recovery and mental health treatment with a unique approach which often appeals to individuals who would otherwise fall through the cracks.”He continued, “We are also offering aftercare and ongoing Recovery Coaching which has proven to be effective in long-term recovery success.”Viel was recently named to the Board of Directors for the Recovery Coaching International organization, a non-profit which works to further the interests of those in or seeking recovery from addiction.With addiction issues and drug overdoses dominating the headlines daily, demand for treatment options and professionally trained Recovery Coaches are at an all-time high.“Our program goals are to provide the tools, encouragement, and structure to help clients and patients to reach powerful, effective goals and to be the support many people need to find recovery success,” said Mr. Viel.The “epidemic” is real and The New Hope Addiction Recovery Centre’s holistic techniques and focus on Recovery Coaching are recognized as innovative and effective. The strategies have been applauded throughout the behavioral health industry and beyond.Mr. Viel and The New Hope Addiction Recovery Centre is striving to be one of the programs that can help those suffering from substance use disorder and other mental health issues find the path they need to do just that, heal and stop.Also a Recovery Coach and Interventionist trainer for The Addictions Academy, Viel recently stated, “Our current system of addiction and substance-abuse treatment does not always work, I’ve experienced this first-hand. I felt compelled to create something that I know can and will help addicts survive and thrive.”To learn more about André Viel, The New Hope Addiction Recovery Centre, and donation opportunities visit https://newhopecentre.ca.You may also email Mr. Viel at aviel@newhopecentre.ca or call (506) 863-8611Show Sponsors:https://TrustbotDesign.com - Bringing engagement and conversations to small businesses and customers in real-time.More info:https://RecoveryInnovatorsRadio.com/ - More episodes, more help.--Intro Music:Big Funk Diving Club by soundrollhttps://audiojungle.net/item/big-funk-diving-club/13548188Outro Music:Larger Than Life by pinkzebrahttps://audiojungle.net/item/larger-than-life/5454003

Certified Addictions Coach and President of The New Hope Addiction Recovery Centre André Viel joins me on the show to discuss recently revealed plans to open a new treatment facility in Fall of 2019. Thee 23-patient establishment will be situated on 45 acres in Scoudouc, New Brunswick and plans to offer services to treat addiction along with mental health and concurrent disorders like PTSD, anxiety, depression which are often coupled with addiction.“We will have a holistic approach paired with other proven therapy methods,” Viel explained.“We’re also excited to be serving clients from anywhere in Canada, the U.S, or anywhere else in the world, as long as they are comfortable with group therapy in English and one-on-one therapy in either English or French.”Explaining the need for a treatment facility such as The New Hope Recovery Centre, Mr. Viel explains, “We want to offer much-needed addiction recovery and mental health treatment with a unique approach which often appeals to individuals who would otherwise fall through the cracks.”He continued, “We are also offering aftercare and ongoing Recovery Coaching which has proven to be effective in long-term recovery success.”Viel was recently named to the Board of Directors for the Recovery Coaching International organization, a non-profit which works to further the interests of those in or seeking recovery from addiction.With addiction issues and drug overdoses dominating the headlines daily, demand for treatment options and professionally trained Recovery Coaches are at an all-time high.“Our program goals are to provide the tools, encouragement, and structure to help clients and patients to reach powerful, effective goals and to be the support many people need to find recovery success,” said Mr. Viel.The “epidemic” is real and The New Hope Addiction Recovery Centre’s holistic techniques and focus on Recovery Coaching are recognized as innovative and effective. The strategies have been applauded throughout the behavioral health industry and beyond.Mr. Viel and The New Hope Addiction Recovery Centre is striving to be one of the programs that can help those suffering from substance use disorder and other mental health issues find the path they need to do just that, heal and stop.Also a Recovery Coach and Interventionist trainer for The Addictions Academy, Viel recently stated, “Our current system of addiction and substance-abuse treatment does not always work, I’ve experienced this first-hand. I felt compelled to create something that I know can and will help addicts survive and thrive.”To learn more about André Viel, The New Hope Addiction Recovery Centre, and donation opportunities visit https://newhopecentre.ca.You may also email Mr. Viel at aviel@newhopecentre.ca or call (506) 863-8611Show Sponsors:https://TrustbotDesign.com - Bringing engagement and conversations to small businesses and customers in real-time.More info:https://RecoveryInnovatorsRadio.com/ - More episodes, more help.--Intro Music:Big Funk Diving Club by soundrollhttps://audiojungle.net/item/big-funk-diving-club/13548188Outro Music:Larger Than Life by pinkzebrahttps://audiojungle.net/item/larger-than-life/5454003

Today I am very excited to be interviewing Gary Kimble, an amazingly busy guy who moved to South Florida after over 35 years of living in New York City to teach the “original gangster method” of the 12-step recovery program used by Dr. Bob and Bill W. He’s in long-term recovery and has been clean and sober for almost 22 years. He’s known as the author of the live stage production “Pass It On” and his life was profoundly affected by 9/11.In addition to being a Hazelden Author, Gary is a 12 Step Recovery Educator and Group Facilitator, CCAR Certified Recovery Coach and Trainer of Recovery Coaches, 12 Step Advocate, and Circuit Speaker.Gary lives in Palm Beach County, Florida where he currently serves as Director of Recovery Education Programs at Comprehensive Wellness Centers in Lantana Florida. He also teaches educational presentations detailing the history, hope, and healing of 12 step recovery for community groups, educators, medical professionals and law enforcement officials.To add to that, Gary facilitates 12 step workshops and groups for PHP, I.O.P. clients, and staff at numerous treatment centers.What is he working on?On this episode, you’ll hear Gary talk about the "Beacon of Hope" 2018 Substance Use Disorder talks. This is a call to action, bringing together visionary thought leaders from around the nation to present cutting-edge ideas on how to try to stop the epidemic of addiction plaguing the nation. Gary talks about the amazing people who are coming together for this unbelievable event and standing as one voice to articulate what can be done!Tune in to hear about how he came up with the idea for his play "Pass It On, An Evening with Bill W & Dr. Bob" while driving coast to coast in a snowstorm and how he developed the concept of telling the history of the 12 step AA program on stage.Gary talks about his book "Walk the Talk with Step 12: Staying Sober Through Service" which shares his own story and presents the early history of how the founders worked step 12.How did he start in this industry?Gary relives memories of moving to NYC as a 17-year-old to become an actor. By his mid-30s, he was a professional actor traveling the globe. According to his mother, who kept track of his performances, he "performed on stages in over 800 cities in 60 different countries." You’ll hear how drugs and alcohol took him out of the game when he “vomited on stage over Little Orphan Annie."What guided to where he is today?A few events pointed Gary in the right direction. Tune in to hear about Gary’s 9/11 encounter. The tragedy evokes emotions in him as he tells us of this life changing experience. He reveals how his act of service during 9/11, positively impacted his health and life.Find out how he was led to spend time at a monastery where he found his path to start a production company, becoming a circuit speaker and author.Join in as he shares his fascinating life with us and his belief that getting to where he is, wouldn’t have been possible without the trials and tribulations.How to find GaryFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/gary.kimble.77https://www.cwcrecovery.comPhone: 917 653 9371Email: PassItOn@Mail2Miracle.comWatch Gary as the narrator and in the role of Bill W in the Hazelden/Northern Light Productions short film “75 years one day at a time” here: https://player.vimeo.com/video/20485988Learn more about the International Recovery Education Campaign Film Project where Gary is the Director Of Project Developmenthttp://www.onedayatatimethemovie.comGary's book published by Hazelden, “WALK THE TALK WITH STEP 12 – Staying Sober Through Service”-http://www.hazelden.org/web/public/store.pageUnpause Your Life with Dr. Cali Esteshttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/unpause-your-life/

Today I am very excited to be interviewing Gary Kimble, an amazingly busy guy who moved to South Florida after over 35 years of living in New York City to teach the “original gangster method” of the 12-step recovery program used by Dr. Bob and Bill W. He’s in long-term recovery and has been clean and sober for almost 22 years. He’s known as the author of the live stage production “Pass It On” and his life was profoundly affected by 9/11.In addition to being a Hazelden Author, Gary is a 12 Step Recovery Educator and Group Facilitator, CCAR Certified Recovery Coach and Trainer of Recovery Coaches, 12 Step Advocate, and Circuit Speaker.Gary lives in Palm Beach County, Florida where he currently serves as Director of Recovery Education Programs at Comprehensive Wellness Centers in Lantana Florida. He also teaches educational presentations detailing the history, hope, and healing of 12 step recovery for community groups, educators, medical professionals and law enforcement officials.To add to that, Gary facilitates 12 step workshops and groups for PHP, I.O.P. clients, and staff at numerous treatment centers.What is he working on?On this episode, you’ll hear Gary talk about the "Beacon of Hope" 2018 Substance Use Disorder talks. This is a call to action, bringing together visionary thought leaders from around the nation to present cutting-edge ideas on how to try to stop the epidemic of addiction plaguing the nation. Gary talks about the amazing people who are coming together for this unbelievable event and standing as one voice to articulate what can be done!Tune in to hear about how he came up with the idea for his play "Pass It On, An Evening with Bill W & Dr. Bob" while driving coast to coast in a snowstorm and how he developed the concept of telling the history of the 12 step AA program on stage.Gary talks about his book "Walk the Talk with Step 12: Staying Sober Through Service" which shares his own story and presents the early history of how the founders worked step 12.How did he start in this industry?Gary relives memories of moving to NYC as a 17-year-old to become an actor. By his mid-30s, he was a professional actor traveling the globe. According to his mother, who kept track of his performances, he "performed on stages in over 800 cities in 60 different countries." You’ll hear how drugs and alcohol took him out of the game when he “vomited on stage over Little Orphan Annie."What guided to where he is today?A few events pointed Gary in the right direction. Tune in to hear about Gary’s 9/11 encounter. The tragedy evokes emotions in him as he tells us of this life changing experience. He reveals how his act of service during 9/11, positively impacted his health and life.Find out how he was led to spend time at a monastery where he found his path to start a production company, becoming a circuit speaker and author.Join in as he shares his fascinating life with us and his belief that getting to where he is, wouldn’t have been possible without the trials and tribulations.How to find GaryFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/gary.kimble.77https://www.cwcrecovery.comPhone: 917 653 9371Email: PassItOn@Mail2Miracle.comWatch Gary as the narrator and in the role of Bill W in the Hazelden/Northern Light Productions short film “75 years one day at a time” here: https://player.vimeo.com/video/20485988Learn more about the International Recovery Education Campaign Film Project where Gary is the Director Of Project Developmenthttp://www.onedayatatimethemovie.comGary's book published by Hazelden, “WALK THE TALK WITH STEP 12 – Staying Sober Through Service”-http://www.hazelden.org/web/public/store.pageUnpause Your Life with Dr. Cali Esteshttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/unpause-your-life/

Today Mark Renick is talking with Sheri Morgan. Sheri is the Operations Manager for Recovery Idaho. Recovery Idaho offers Peer-based recovery support services to help prevent relapse and sustain long-term recovery by building recovery capital, demonstrating hope, inviting all to participate, promoting volunteerism, and creating public awareness. Read More →

Recovery Coaching is a non-clinical support for people seeking recovery from addiction, and for the families living with someone struggling with addiction or in recovery. The recovery coach helps to outline the plan for recovery. A coach assists the client in setting goals and supports their achievement. And they help to navigate the transition into a new lifestyle. Chris DeTora Chris DeTora is a Certified Addiction Recovery Coach and a coach trainer. He has worked for several years in treatment, recovery and prevention, both developing and delivering programs. They have ranged from educating families on the effects of addiction and recovery on their lives and relationships to providing alternatives for at-risk youth. He has trained coaches in prevention principles for community based youth organization as well as addiction counselors in alternate treatment methods and wellness methods. Using his background in Kung Fu, he developed a program to use martial arts as an adjunct to treatment by integrating the principles of martial arts into the program of recovery. He is also a person in long-term recovery from addiction. Click to Play Recovery Coaches Corner #3

Authoress Tonya Wilson of "The Time Is Now", sheds light on Issues of Addictions, Recovery, & Deliverance. On Sunday, February 14, 2016 @ 7:00 PM EST. If you need Inspiration, Answers, or Support, The Time Is Now!!! Her guest panelist this week is, MINISTER REBECCA MAYS-DESORMEAUX.......Rebecca Mays-Desormeaux is the Founder and Director of RECOVERY LIFE NETWORK, INC. She is a Wife, Minister, USMC Veteran, PRP Counselor, Peer Recovery Advocate, and Recovery Coach. Join us as she shares her story of having experienced the tumults of life, from the untimely deaths of two of her children, to experiencing homelessness and imprisonment during her years of active addiction to crack cocaine and alcohol. Rebecca now tranfers the power of these experiences to coach others of their divine freedom in recovery. The call in number for the show is, 1-347-884-8924. You can also listen on your computer and chat with us at this link > http://tobtr.com/s/8293573 The Recovery Corner is proudly brought to you by, "The Literary Corner". We also provide a diverse platform to bring awareness to socioeconomic issues within our Community, Christian Values, promotion of Small Businesses & Support of Non-Profit organizations. Our Partnering NOP, The Theodore House, provides invaluable services for people who suffer with addictions, mental health, homelessness, and HIV. For information, please contact Ms. Tamikia Randall at www.theodorehouse.org  

Authoress Tonya Wilson of "The Time Is Now", sheds light on Issues of Addictions, Recovery, & Deliverance. On Sunday, February 7, 2016 @ 7:00 PM EST and 4:00 PM PST. If you need Inspiration, Answers, or Support, The Time Is Now!!! Her guest panelist this week is, ROSEMARY O'CONNOR.......Rosemary O'Connor is the Founder of ROC Recovery Services for Women. She is a Certified Professional Coach, Certified Addiction Coach, and the Author of the Book entitled, "A SOBER MOM'S GUIDE TO RECOVERY: TAKING CARE OF YOURSELF, TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR KIDS" Rosemary has been sober since 1999. Join us as she shares her own story of addiction and how she turned it all around, by helping others as a Recovery/Life Coach. The call in number for the show is 1-347-884-8924. You can also listen on your computer and chat with us at this link > http://tobtr.com/s/8276665 The Recovery Corner is proudly brought to you by, "The Literary Corner". We also provide a diverse platform to bring awareness to socioeconomic issues within our Community, Christian Values, promotion of Small Businesses & Support of Non-Profit organizations. Our Partnering NOP, The Theodore House, provides invaluable services for people who suffer with addictions, mental health, homelessness, and HIV. For information, please contact Ms. Tamikia Randall at www.theodorehouse.org  

Recovery Coaching is a non-clinical support for people seeking recovery from addiction, and for the families living with someone struggling with addiction or in recovery. The recovery coach helps to outline the plan for recovery. A coach assists the client in setting goals and supports their achievement. And they help to navigate the transition into a new lifestyle. Chris DeTora Chris DeTora is a Certified Addiction Recovery Coach and a coach trainer. He has worked for several years in treatment, recovery and prevention, both developing and delivering programs. They have ranged from educating families on the effects of addiction and recovery on their lives and relationships to providing alternatives for at-risk youth. He has trained coaches in prevention principles for community based youth organization as well as addiction counselors in alternate treatment methods and wellness methods. Using his background in Kung Fu, he developed a program to use martial arts as an adjunct to treatment by integrating the principles of martial arts into the program of recovery. He is also a person in long-term recovery from addiction. Click to Play Recovery Coaches Corner #2

Recovery Coaching is a non-clinical support for people seeking recovery from addiction, and for the families living with someone struggling with addiction or in recovery. The recovery coach helps to outline the plan for recovery. A coach assists the client in setting goals and supports their achievement. And they help to navigate the transition into a new lifestyle. Chris DeTora Chris DeTora is a Certified Addiction Recovery Coach and a coach trainer. He has worked for several years in treatment, recovery and prevention, both developing and delivering programs. They have ranged from educating families on the effects of addiction and recovery on their lives and relationships to providing alternatives for at-risk youth. He has trained coaches in prevention principles for community based youth organization as well as addiction counselors in alternate treatment methods and wellness methods. Using his background in Kung Fu, he developed a program to use martial arts as an adjunct to treatment by integrating the principles of martial arts into the program of recovery. He is also a person in long-term recovery from addiction.   Click to Play Recovery Coaches Corner #1