In this episode of Straight Talk, host Mike Gimbel speaks with employees from Bonfire Behavioral Health in Dover, New Hampshire to learn about their program from the point of view of staff, and a former client, 

First, Mike speaks with Director of Operations Kevin Assad about what clients can expect when they enter treatment and reside in community housing. Then, Mike is joined by Jarrod Parolsi, a former client, now Behavioral Health Technician, about his experience of getting sober at Bonfire.

In this episode of Straight Talk, host Mike Gimbel sits down with three members of Serenity House Detox in Houston to learn about the treatment center and its programs to help individuals detox from substances.

First, Mike talks with Justin Roshto, primary therapist, about the detox process, and therapeutic modalities used for clients.

Next, Maggie Howard, director of business development, joins Mike to outline how the BD team reaches out and finds those who are in need of service.

In the final segment, Sherri Blatt, office administrator and former Serenity House client tells her story of recovery, including how she began to work at the center.

In this episode of Straight Talk, host Mike Gimbel speaks with Georgia Addiction Treatment Center Executive Director, Jesse Stone, and Behavioral Health Technician Supervisor, Mack Cook, about the day to day operations at GATC, and how they ensure the best possible outcomes for clients.

Later, Dusty Smith, an alumnus of GATC joins Mike to discuss his experience with the program, then Alexandra Horan, Regional Business Development Representative, discusses the process of finding and advocating for new clients.

In this episode of Straight Talk, host Mike Gimbel discusses detox, mental health and recovery with Bryan Stephens, Lisa Marie Walsh and Nick Vieira, respectively the Executive Director, Director of Nursing and Behavioral Health Technician at Atlanta Center for Mental Health and Atlanta Detox Center.

When it comes to the national Opioid Epidemic, New Hampshire has been one of the hardest hit states. The sad truth is that drug addiction doesn't stop during the overlapping COVID-19 pandemic.

In this special edition of Straight Talk with Mike Gimbel, Mike sits down with Blueprint Recovery Center Executive Director, Jonathan Gerson, Case Manager, Emily Haight, and Outreach Coordinator, Dan Cotter, to learn about how the Concord facility has made changes to its services during COVID-19.

Midwest Recovery Center CEO and Team Recovery President Matt Bell stopped by the Larry Young Morning Show on WOLB 1010 to tell his story of recovery. He also discussed how Black individuals in communities across the country can receive all-expenses-paid substance use treatment through the Amatus Recovery Centers’ Social Justice Scholarship. Hear the whole interview, and learn more about the scholarship here.

Recovery centers around the country have swiftly adapted their treatment protocols to keep clients and staff healthy and safe during the Coronavirus pandemic. Foundations Recovery Center in Baltimore, MD is no different.

In this episode of Straight Talk, host Mike Gimbel sits down with FRC Executive Director Christina Wilson, Program Graduate Stephen Hawkins, and Primary Therapist Carly Foster to learn how FRC has adapted treatment during the COVID-19 crisis, and what those looking for help now can do to find the care they need.

COVID-19 has put many aspects of our lives on hold, but the truth is, addiction to drugs and alcohol has not stopped or even slowed down.

In this special edition of Straight Talk, host Mike Gimbel speaks to Jessica Johnson, Jesse Frias and Original Michael, respectively the Clinical Director, Intake Coordinator & Case Manager, and Clinical Therapist at the Atlanta Center for Mental Health and Atlanta Detox Center about the new processes the centers have adapted to during the pandemic.

When it comes to the opioid epidemic, Ohio has been one of the hardest hit states in the country. So how are recovery centers in Ohio providing care during the COVID-19 pandemic?

In this special edition of Straight Talk, host Mike Gimbel speaks with Midwest Detox Center Clinical Director, Olivia Ehret, LISW, Primary Clinical Therapist Morgan Fair, MSW, LSW, and client Ezra about their experiences at MWDC during the pandemic.

Treatment Centers' Admission Process During COVID-19The first step in seeking treatment is speaking to an admissions specialist for a pre-screen, where clinical providers learn about your substance use and mental health history, among other important factors. How has COVID-19 impacted the admissions process for substance use treatment centers?

In this special edition of Straight Talk, host Mike Gimbel speaks with  Amatus Recovery Centers National Director of Admissions Kelsey Schutt and Director of Contact Center Operations Danny Felici, discuss the new intake process that helps secure the safety of current and potential clients as well as facility staff members.