Have you ever cared for a loved one who is sick or struggling? If so, you undoubtedly experienced stress, exhaustion and feelings of despair. Often it is harder on the caregiver than on the actual sick person. Days filled with doctor's appointments and sleepless nights could all progress into depression, addiction or worse. Her number one piece of advice is to accept help when and however you can. In order to truly be there for our loved ones, we have to take care of our mental health. If you ar...
Nov 04, 2022•24 min
Dr. Arun Gupta is an addiction doctor who says he will not retire until we resolve the Opioid Crisis. He believes this crisis could have been avoided altogether if doctors were allowed to properly do their jobs without interference from bureaucrats. Dr. Gupta sees treating a patient with addiction the same way you would treat a diabetic patient; with compassion, empathy, and using a long-term approach. Using methods such as medically assisted treatment, Dr, Gupta sees people go from rock bottom ...
Oct 27, 2022•39 min
Kelly Castellani was in a 23-year-old marriage that nearly cost her her life. She bravely shares her story about years of emotional abuse in hopes to raise awareness that one in four women is being abused. She and her husband, Bob, created Silent Tears which gives financial support to organizations that take care of women and children who have left abusive relationships. She knows that sometimes it can seem harder to leave than to stay, and she wants women to have dignified places where they can...
Oct 20, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Tara and Todd Storch took a parent's worst nightmare and turned it into a life-giving organization. When the Storch family lost their daughter tragically, they donated her organs and gave others the gift of life. In the midst of great loss and grief, the Storches created a non-profit called Taylor's Gift that educates families on the decision to donate their loved one's organs. A few years later, Taylor's Gift created a program called Kindred Hearts to equip Caring Guides to walk alongside the f...
Oct 13, 2022•35 min
Cal Beyer is Vice President of Workforce Risk & Worker Wellbeing at Holmes Murphy & Associates. He has over 30 years of experience in safety, risk management & insurance. Cal has seen firsthand the stigma associated with Substance Use Disorder and Mental health in the workplace, especially in the construction industry. Cal is an advocate for bringing awareness, education, and support to the workplace. Today, Cal speaks with the top two executives at Youturn Health, Rich Jones and Ham...
Oct 06, 2022•54 min
Katie Niemczyk wanted to be a teacher. In fact, she hoped for a long career teaching in communities where she hoped she would make a difference. The first part of her career was great but she quickly began to see that the education system was flawed and needed an overhaul. She continued to ask for help, hoping to make incremental changes where she could but when Covid hit, she made the choice to leave teaching to take care of her own mental health as well as the physical health of her two small ...
Sep 29, 2022•53 min
Katie Niemczyk wanted to be a teacher. In fact, she hoped for a long career teaching in marginalized communities where she hoped to make a difference. The first part of her career was great but she quickly began to see that the education system was flawed and needed an overhaul. She continued to ask for help, hoping to make incremental changes where she could but when Covid hit, she made the choice to leave teaching to take care of her own mental health as well as the physical health of her two ...
Sep 22, 2022•40 min
ABOUT Sarah in her own words: I’m Sarah and I’m a recovering perfectionist and a serial burnout-overachiever. I’m also the Founder and Creator of Dreamgarten, a mom to two boys and a rescue dog, and a certified Qoya dance movement instructor. I started Dreamgarten because I see myself in so many other people who are showing up in their lives with this idea of perfection and the need for achievement in their work, in their relationships, and everywhere in between. And as a result, they are consta...
Sep 01, 2022•41 min
Zach and Lisa discuss how Peer Coaching works at Youturn Health and also share their stories of success. As lead coaches, this is more than a job to them as they have both walked through grief and loss and tragedy. They have lived experience and are state-certified, NAADAC-credentialed, and specially trained in assertive engagement principles by the nation’s leading recovery support experts. They work with Veterans, individuals, and families and are spreading hope and support where there once wa...
Aug 25, 2022•25 min
Darien Maples did not grow up dreaming of a career in technology but she has always had a passion for working with people and networking. This served her well as she landed her first job through a friend at a large cyber security company in sales. As she took advantage of their training program she began to learn about the world of tech. Darien quickly advanced to partnerships and the rest is history. Not only is she at the top of her career game, but she also gives back to the global non-profit...
Aug 18, 2022•26 min
Listen as Liz and Tiffany discuss the stigma associated with eating disorders and the myths that surround them. By talking about this on the podcast we hope to bring this into the light, disbanding shame and secrecy. There is hope, there is help. About Tiffany Tiffany is a Registered Dietitian with a varied, unique professional background. Her nutrition expertise and clinical experience are paired with a background in psychology and various positions including social work, and restaurant managem...
Aug 11, 2022•52 min
About Connie (in her own words) I am the founder and director of the Women's Reproductive Behavioral Health Division at the Medical University of South Carolina. This division provides integrated mental health and substance use disorder treatment to pregnant and postpartum women in obstetric and pediatric settings, affords clinical and clinical research training in Reproductive Psychiatry and conducts clinical research that aims to improve the identification and treatment of peripartum mental he...
Aug 04, 2022•32 min
Randy is a person living in long term recovery and what that means to him is, he hasn’t used drugs, alcohol, or any mood-altering substance since January 9, 2005. After receiving the life-saving gifts of treatment and recovery, Randy completed his A.S. degree in addiction counseling at Minneapolis College in 2015 and worked as a full-time counselor for 2 years at RS EDEN/Eden House Recovery Services – the very same treatment facility where he was once a client. Randy served as a Board of Directo...
Jul 21, 2022•1 hr 28 min
Robbie Shaw is the founder and CEO of Eventide Recovery. His journey with alcohol also led him to create the nationally recognized podcast Champagne Problems. He and co-hosts, Samantha Hampson and Patrick Balsley have all worked in the addiction space and bring fresh perspectives to managing our relationship with alcohol. BIOGRAPHY Shaw has an undergraduate degree in sociology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from the...
Jul 14, 2022•55 min
Police officers and other First Responders are put in life-or-death situations every day. Over time, the emotional toll can be so significant that it leads to mental health challenges. A no-brainer approach would be to have programs and counselors in place to support these brave men and women. Unfortunately, the programs in place are rarely used due to stigma. Officers would be very hesitant to tell anyone in the organization what was really going on in their heads for fear of losing their job o...
Jun 23, 2022•41 min
Ashton is a 23-year law enforcement veteran who has worked in multiple operations, including 3 years with the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force. He is now a full-time National Director of Law Enforcement Engagement at Hope for Prisoners. Hope For Prisoners is a nationally recognized prison re-entry program that helps formerly incarcerated individuals successfully find their path back into the community and away from a life of crime. Ashton's Bio: An experienced police sergeant (retired) and 23-year...
Jun 16, 2022•48 min
Goldfinch Health has a unique approach to surgery that claims to cut recovery time in half, reduce the use of opioids, and save on healthcare costs. Their method is patient-centric as patients receive a nurse navigator that will be with them every step of the way. Goldfinch is involved in everything from pre-surgery diet and education to non-opioid pain management, to minimally invasive surgery. Listen as Brand describe the process and how it is going to save money and ease the burden on patient...
Jun 09, 2022•34 min
Dennis Gillan is a survivor of suicide loss-times two! Dennis lost both his older and younger brothers to suicide 11 years apart. Despite being grief-stricken, after some time, he began to speak openly about the loss of his brothers. He realized that by talking about them, lives could be changed and saved. Listen here as he bravely tells his story which led to some major life changes and the creation of Half a Sorrow Foundation. The goal is to improve mental health for individuals and organizati...
May 26, 2022•42 min
The McShin Foundation was founded in 2004 by husband and wife duo John Shinholser and Carol McDaid to fill a void they saw in the care of Richmonders seeking recovery. John left a lucrative painting business to start the foundation and Carol is a veteran lobbyist for mental health and drug policy at the federal level. Hatcher Memorial Baptist Church opened their doors to McShin, offering office space when no one else was receptive to the idea of a recovery organization. From two offices in the b...
May 19, 2022•58 min
Many lawyers suffer in silence. As many as one in five lawyers is a problem drinker-twice the national rate. Substance Use Disorder can have devastating effects on a lawyer's career and personal life. Meet Tara Trantham...she is a successful lawyer who lives with a mental health condition that led to alcohol misuse in an attempt to self-medicate. Tara is now on a mission to reach out and help her fellow lawyers. She is telling her story so that people know it's ok to not be ok! Her primary goal ...
May 12, 2022•59 min
The mental health support for First Responders needs to be greatly improved. First responders are at a greater risk for PTSD and suicide than most other occupations due to the trauma they witness every day. They face life or death on any given day and witness horrific situations. The need for resources and support for them has never been greater. Stephen Balzano is a retired Deputy Sheriff who openly discusses his experiences while on active duty. He painstakingly details the day he lost one of ...
May 06, 2022•36 min
Lilli Correll is a champion of value-based care rooted in patient-centric therapy. She and Rich are very much aligned in the belief that the healthcare system is broken and mental health providers need to meet the patient where they are. Lilli's work on her own trauma and mental health enables her to treat people with empathy and compassion. How wonderful our world would be if all providers put the patient first? In her own words: Biography I have over 20 years of corporate leadership experience...
Apr 14, 2022•57 min
Listening to Carmen Capozzi tell the story of losing his son is hard but also uplifting and filled with hope. It shows that out of tragedy, multiple lives will be made better by the organization created in the wake of his death. About Sage: Sage Capozzi was a promising young man who loved music, golf, and his family. Sadly, one night, he lost his battle with substance use disorder. He was 20 years old. Carmen Capozzi, Sage’s father, started Sage’s Army shortly after his passing to bring awarenes...
Mar 31, 2022•54 min
Lauren D. Demosthenes, MD was trained as an obstetrician/gynecologist and practiced in private practice and academic settings for many years. With special interests in high-value care, care redesign, innovation, and substance use disorder and recovery, she transitioned away from OBGYN clinical practice to being the Senior Medical Director of Babyscripts https://babyscripts.com/ and caring for patients with opioid use disorder with Groups Recover Together https://joingroups.com/ . She also create...
Mar 17, 2022•52 min
Similar to last week's episode, this was recorded during the pandemic with Rich interviewing college kids about anxiety, depression, and substance misuse. Ironically, a positive that has come out of the pandemic is the mental health of young adults is finally being addressed. But what is the culprit? Some would argue that the uncertainty, online classes, and the lack of social opportunities are the main issues. But what if the pandemic was just the catalyst that brought the anxiousness of this g...
Mar 10, 2022•47 min
MUST LISTEN EPISODE! This was recorded during Covid and sadly the issues surrounding mental health and substance misuse among college students have gotten even worse in the last few months. The son and nephew of our co-founder, Shay Houser, give us a raw and honest description of what is really going down on college campuses. Depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation are prevalent among young adults and these often lead to substance misuse as a way of finding relief. Let's sound the alarm, get ...
Mar 03, 2022•45 min
Erin Craw's father was a police officer. When she was a young girl, she remembers her father being very different when he came home from a shift. The loving man she knew when he left the house was in stark contrast with the quiet and moody man who came home. She didn't understand the horrors he witnessed every day. Over the years she learned that what he dealt with on a daily basis at work had a profound effect on all facets of his life. But no one said a word. The mental health of first respond...
Feb 24, 2022•31 min
Jeni Cain is more than just the owner of an extremely successful boutique in Greenville, SC. Although she is quite impressive with her business acumen and top-notch fashion sense, you will learn from today's podcast that she can also play the part of therapist and cheerleader, winning you over with her infectious sunny outlook on life. She always says what you didn't even know you needed to hear. I personally always feel better after our conversations. So it's no wonder that she is an open book ...
Feb 17, 2022•53 min
Chief Clinical Officer at MARR Addiction Treatment Center Kimberly Alexander has done it all. She shares how her life experiences as well as her past career choices have led her to this point where she is most fulfilled. She explains how solving a Rubik's cube is metaphorically accurate to finding recovery. More about her in her words... My passion is in motivating and helping others achieve their personal and professional goals. My experiences and training are extensive in organizational manage...
Feb 10, 2022•51 min
Thank you Robert Lubran for your tireless advocacy for Medically Assisted Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder. Your accomplishments exemplify the notion that slow and steady wins the race. We appreciate your taking the time to educate us and our audience on the back story of MAT. My interest is in advancing the treatment of substance use disorders. Accessing treatment for many people is a difficult challenge because of the limited availability of treatment providers, lack of insurance coverage, ina...
Feb 03, 2022•49 min
