This weeks guest is Jeremiah Gardner - Director Communications & Public Affairs at Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. We discuss his recovery journey from Substance Use Disorder/Isolation/Community/ Crises of the spirit/Recovery Capital, the mission of Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation and the many programs one can participate in. Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is the largest and most respected Recovery/Treatment program in the United States.

Shatterproof Non-profit was started by Gary Mendell after the passing of his son Brian who struggled with Substance Use Disorder. Gary's mission with Shatterproof is to transform the treatment system. Shatterproof's tireless efforts have changed policy including: Developing the first national standard for treatment of care based on science based treatments and research that work, a new requirement that all doctors have at least 8 hours minimum in addiction care training, and a website ATLAS that helps those who are searching for treatment navigate the many options via a 10 question survey that helps them choose the best plan for their individual needs.

Please join us for this timely discussion with former police officer Joe Smarro of Solution Point Plus. Joe is a former police officer from San Antonio , Texas who worked in the Crises Intervention Unit for 11 years without ever having to use force. He brings this experience and skill set to his consulting company Solution Point Plus that helps train people in all fields to better understand those having a mental health emergency, de-escalation techniques , and much more.

Dr. Bonds is the Chief Medical Officer for the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. Learn about the various departments and programs Dr. Bonds oversees. Los Angeles has become one of the homeless capitals of the world, but there are many amazing programs to help its residents struggling with mental health issues.

Come join us as we discuss the origin of American Mood Swings and why it's time for a national discussion about mental health.

This month is all about raising awareness for men's mental health. It's the one year anniversary of Stephen Boss(aka Twitch) passing so let's have a conversation about men opening up to vulnerability and pain. Pain seems to be magnified during the holidays as we see a spike in suicides during these times. Maybe we help to prevent some. Sean Perry from We R Hope is back to discuss all things related to mens mental health.

The Hyer Calling Foundation, Inc. is a nonprofit organization established by labor and employment attorney Kevin Hyer and his family, for the purpose of helping to reduce the stigma of the disease of addiction in the workplace and give men and women in recovery a second chance at a career. We are thrilled to hear Kevin's story of becoming a successful labor/entertainment attorney who quickly became addicted to meth to nearly dying of an overdose , and his transition to advocacy for those with substance use disorder and breaking the stigma of addiction.

We R Hope is an east coast based non-profit that provides life skills coaching and emotional CPR training to teenagers throughout the country. Schools bring in this intensive, Multi-tiered levels of support program at no cost to the families and students. We R Hope was recognized by CNN's Champions of Change- Founded by Sean Perry and James Reinstein

Should the mentally ill be forced in treatment? The executive director of Disabilty Rights California, Andy Imparato, will discuss reservations to the recently passed and implemented CARES court in California.

Social worker and trauma specialist Shari Botwin is here to discuss tools to thrive after trauma. We'll discuss high profile sexual assault cases , domestic abuse, mass shootings and more.