Nick Padlo and Sofros Recovery are striving to improve access to quality behavioral health and addiction treatment, so that people can live more peaceful and fulfilling lives. He joined us on the podcast to talk more about their mission and approach. Enjoy. The Illuminate Recovery Podcast is about #MentalHealth, #MentalIllness, and #AddictionRecovery. Shining light on ways to cope, manage, and inspire. Beyond the self care we discuss, you may need the help of a licensed profe

Micheal D’Amico is a professional in the mental health industry. He is a Vice President at Oaks Integrated Care and joins us to talks about how he got into this field and how he continues to make a change for the better. Enjoy. The Illuminate Recovery Podcast is about #MentalHealth, #MentalIllness, and #AddictionRecovery. Shining light on ways to cope, manage, and inspire. Beyond the self care we discuss, you may need the help of a licensed professional. Curt Neider and Shell

Jason Harlen, the CEO of Wyoming Valley Alcohol and Drug Services joins to share his expertise about drug and alcohol recovery. He talks about the value of recovery skills for non-addicts as wells as recovering addicts. Family dynamics, genetics, prevention, trauma and other contributing factors. Enjoy! The Illuminate Recovery Podcast is about #MentalHealth, #MentalIllness, and #AddictionRecovery. Shining light on ways to cope, manage, and inspire. Beyond the self care we dis

Craig LaMont joins us from Telos Residential Treatment. He share his story of being drawn into the field early in life and seeing a void in the industry as he went through graduate school. He talks about bringing effective treatment to individuals and seeing them as human beings. The Illuminate Recovery Podcast is about #MentalHealth, #MentalIllness, and #AddictionRecovery. Shining light on ways to cope, manage, and inspire. Beyond the self care we discuss, you may need the h

Hassey Parsons joins us from Health Care Alliance North America, Knoxville Recovery Center and Asheville Detox Center to share her story of addiction, empathy, and journeying with those who are striving for recovery. She is passionate about helping people course correct regardless of their current situation. She talks about “wake up calls,” enjoy! The Illuminate Recovery Podcast is about #MentalHealth, #MentalIllness, and #AddictionRecovery. Shining light on ways to cope, man

“Let’s don’t go look at other facilities. Let’s do it our way.” Mark Richards joins us to tell the story of the opening of WASATCH RECOVERY TREATMENT CENTER LLC and intentionally not getting stuck in industry ruts. He talks about being unaware of his brothers' fight with addiction and his own personal experience detoxing after 16 days in an ICU after a brain aneurism. He says that from the beginning, they wanted to provide love and hope, help people deal with their issues ins

“I learn at the speed of pain.” Vinsent Franke joins us from West Valley Detox to share his story of being “struck sober.” He talks about degrees and levels of insanity, psychopathy vs. spirituality, and a life of “undeserved merit.” He talks about have a hero and a villain role in his childhood, coping with and recovering from abuse, and learning to hear the “still small voice.” He says, “Death is one cure for addiction. Treatment is another option.” He is a good example of

“I couldn’t hear the message of surrender.” Joe Landry joins us to share his story of addiction, getting a place of surrender, and finding recovery. “How well is it working for you, thinking you know everything.” He talks about hitting rock bottom, and feeling restless, irritable, and discontented. He says addiction is a flight from reality, and recovery is a flight into reality. Enjoy. The Illuminate Recovery Podcast is about #MentalHealth, #MentalIllness, and #AddictionReco

“There is no place for fear when you are living in faith.” Jerry Gabbert joins us from Your Recovery Guide to share his story and share the importance of the presentation of recovery. He is sharing solutions, and providing structure, support, and accountability. He tells his story, which is AMAZING, and “doesn’t have any trauma.” (Spoiler: It’s full of trauma…) He’s a former kingpin, ex-con, ordained minister, trusted father, and he is in recovery. Enjoy. The Illuminate Recov

Karen Rodriguez joins us from the Harmony Foundation to talk about restoring hope to those in recovery, the importance of being ready for change, and the challenges and benefits re-kindling old connections. She talks about relocation as a critical potential element in achieving sobriety and starting over. The Illuminate Recovery Podcast is about #MentalHealth, #MentalIllness, and #AddictionRecovery. Shining light on ways to cope, manage, and inspire. Beyond the self care we d

“Any of us who get the opportunity to go through treatment are pretty privileged.” Gary Fisher joins us to talk about his career in addiction treatment and building the program at Cirque Lodge. Like many, he didn’t dream of a career in residential treatment but found success quickly by connecting with individuals and families while sharing his experiences. We talked about throwing away the script and focusing on individual connection. They focus on outcomes and “Healing in na

“My parents did the best with what they had.” Paulo Grayson joins us from No Matter What Recovery in Los Angeles to talk about getting clean twice after ending up on his deathbed twice. He talks about growing up gay in the 80’s, denying the trauma of that experience, and creating a safe place for all people to come and get clean without judgement. He talks about fear and shame and breaking free of societal norms. Enjoy. The Illuminate Recovery Podcast is about #MentalHealth,

“Anxious kids have anxious parents.” Caleb Cottle joins us from Cascade Academy, a residential treatment center for adolescent girls suffering from anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder. He talks about working in wilderness programs, hovering and bulldozing parents, and teaching kids to have self-efficacy. They use exposure therapy to help push their abilities, get stronger and learn how to love life. Enjoy. The Illuminate Recovery Podcast is about #MentalHealth, #MentalI

“If we’re not changing, we’re not growing.” Jay Redding joins us to talk about active recovery, finding meaning and a sense of purpose and changing lives as a leader. He has a crazy story and can be found canyoneering when he isn’t helping individual create healthy habits and find hope. Enjoy. The Illuminate Recovery Podcast is about #MentalHealth, #MentalIllness, and #AddictionRecovery. Shining light on ways to cope, manage, and inspire. Beyond the self care we discuss, you

“I’m fascinated by the human experience.” Mattie Velasco joins us from American Addiction Centers. She is a mother and a wife with a personal recovery story of her own and helps those involved with addiction recovery and human trafficking. She started Fruit of the Tree and shares her fascinating perspectives. Enjoy. The Illuminate Recovery Podcast is about #MentalHealth, #MentalIllness, and #AddictionRecovery. Shining light on ways to cope, manage, and inspire. Beyond the sel

“It’s not what I do, it’s who I am.” Dennis Berry joins us to talk about addiction recovery, alcoholism and life mastery. He talks about finding male cross addiction, re-visiting his parents divorce in childhood and taking control of your own recovery. Enjoy. The Illuminate Recovery Podcast is about #MentalHealth, #MentalIllness, and #AddictionRecovery. Shining light on ways to cope, manage, and inspire. Beyond the self care we discuss, you may need the help of a licensed pro

Carol Hollowell joins us to talk about working with the homeless, creating long term assistance programs, and helping maintain affordability. She oversees a homeless shelter, emergency food pantry, thrift store, community resource center, and has a goal to open 1,000 new affordable housing units in the next year. Enjoy. The Illuminate Recovery Podcast is about #MentalHealth, #MentalIllness, and #AddictionRecovery. Shining light on ways to cope, manage, and inspire. Beyond the

“It is normal to experience PTSD symptons (after betrayal) and people are not talking about it.” Dr. Kevin Skinner joins us to talk about Noble, Bloom, Addo Recovery, and his work in trauma and sexual betrayal therapy. He has produced industry research and two books. He is creating technology to help individuals roadmap their path towards recovery. Enjoy. The Illuminate Recovery Podcast is about #MentalHealth, #MentalIllness, and #AddictionRecovery. Shining light on ways to c

“God will do for you what you won’t do for yourself.” Sarah Bolton joins us from The Last Resort Recovery Center to talk about Mindful Art Programs, Sober Eve, and finding joy in recovery. She talks about using sobriety tools as a parent, needing positive activities in sobriety and the strong program at The Last Resort. Enjoy. The Illuminate Recovery Podcast is about #MentalHealth, #MentalIllness, and #AddictionRecovery. Shining light on ways to cope, manage, and inspire. Bey

“If you’re not having more fun in recovery, you’re gonna go back to using.” David Marion and Dana Golden join us to talk about “Addiction Rescue – The NO BS guide to Recovery”. They talk about being an addict, having one as a family member, and about the difference between recovery and abstinence. Enjoy. The Illuminate Recovery Podcast is about #MentalHealth, #MentalIllness, and #AddictionRecovery. Shining light on ways to cope, manage, and inspire. Beyond the self care we di