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- David Nefussy- Making Insurance work for YOUDavid Nefussy has been in the behavioral healthcare field for the past 27 years. Previously to joining Spectrum Health System as their New Vice President of Business Development, he worked on the payer side with companies including United Behavioral Health (OPTUM), PacifiCare, Magellan, and others, with the primary responsibility of building and enhancing provider networks in New England. That includes tasks like negotiating fee schedules and facility contracts, but also educating and training providers regarding network requirements.28 min
- John Sovec- Even if you Don't Understand- Trans kids in recoveryJohn Sovec, MA, LMFT, is a therapist, coach and counselor in Pasadena CA who helps clients to reconnect to the things that matter in their life.36 min
- Ken Seeley and Eric McLaughlin- Intervention 911Founded in 2002 by specialist Ken Seeley, Intervention 911 is one of the most prominent and successful private intervention services in the country. Our programs have a success rate of 98% and are proven to kickstart the recovery process.56 min
- Renee Baribeau- Wind WhisperingRenee Baribeau is The Practical Shaman, a Wind Whistler, and Hay House Author. Renee is the “go-to” Soul Coach for innovative change-makers and dynamic spiritual keynote speaker. She injects humor and practical wisdom into her dynamic, inspirational Wind Work® workshops. Renee helps individuals at a point of transformation in their lives. She helps them find their enlightened way of life and guides them towards their true purpose through the wind’s knowledge.38 min
- Dr. David Gastfriend- An app that can help control recovery?DynamiCare Health is a digital platform that helps people monitor and change their use of drugs, opioids, alcohol, and tobacco. The platform automates Contingency Management (CM), an evidence-based methodology that has been demonstrated to be effective at achieving healthy change in the use of all types of substances in over 100 randomized controlled trials and 7 meta-analyses. It was founded in 2016 by Eric Gastfriend, Harvard MBA tech executive, and his father, David R Gastfriend MD, an international expert in addiction psychiatry.37 min
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- Benjamin Fry- How I F-d up my life and Made it Mean SomethingJoin host Aaron Huey and Guest Benjamin Fry as they discuss reframing mental health and reacting to the truth underneath the actions of a struggling person.29 min
- Dr. Aaron Blight | Care for the CaregiversDr. Aaron Blight is the founder of Caregiving Kinetics, a boutique consulting firm dedicated to expanding the world’s capacity to care for the aging population. Dr. Blight’s career spans more than 20 years of leadership as a caregiving provider, policymaker, and researcher.Dr.Blight joins me today to discuss home care, and his focus on the entire family. His work concentrates on the effects that having a family member who can not care for themselves, can have on thoes around them. Today, Dr. Blight will discuss care for the caregivers, and how an entire family unit can support themselves, while one of their own is struggling.55 min
- Ibogaine- A miracle cure for addiction or a dangerous hallucinogenic drug?Dr. Fred Baret and Alvaro de Ferranti discuss their facility's use of this controversial "cure". Banned in the US, this Portuguese treatment center has some big claims.32 min
- Dr. Claudia Black- "What We Know Now" The Recovery Process through TimeDr. Claudia Black, one of the world's leading experts on addiction and recovery, gives us a powerful view of the changes in the recovery process through time, in people, and with drugs.24 min
About Beyond Risk & Back
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“Beyond Risk and Back” is a beacon of hope for parents grappling with the most harrowing challenges of teen parenting. This distinguished podcast, ranking in the top 3% of parenting podcasts globally, serves as an essential resource for mothers, fathers, and caregivers who are on the brink, of dealing with teenagers facing severe issues such as addiction, mental health crises, and the dangers of trafficking.
Target Audience:
The core listeners are parents—80% mothers—whose teenagers are not just at risk but are in the throes of life-threatening struggles. From dealing with the aftermath of suicide attempts and overdoses to battling the grip of addiction and the scars of abuse, the audience of “Beyond Risk and Back” seeks solace, understanding, and effective strategies to pull their children back from the edge.
Content and Format:
With over 275 compelling episodes, the podcast features a blend of expert insights and moving personal stories of recovery and resilience. Each episode spotlights survivors of the ”four A’s”—Addiction, Abuse, Assault, and Abandonment—offering their raw, unfiltered experiences to listeners as proof that a turnaround is within reach.
Host Profile:
The show is anchored by a veteran parent coach with 25 years of experience, who has also established and managed the most successful treatment center for teens in the U.S. for 15 years. His deep expertise provides listeners with tactics to navigate every conceivable family crisis.
Scope of Topics:
“Beyond Risk and Back” delves into provocative and urgent issues that today’s teens face daily. The range of topics is exhaustive—from the reality of active shooter drills and suicide to the complexities of teen sexuality and the dark world of trafficking. The podcast does not shy away from the gritty truths of video game addiction, pornography, drug abuse, self-harm, and personality disorders, ensuring that there is wisdom and guidance for every parent’s struggle.
Mission:
The mission is clear: to equip parents with the knowledge and tools to keep their teens alive and guide them toward a healthier future. For the seasoned audience members or those newly seeking guidance, “Beyond Risk and Back” is more than a podcast—it’s a community and a lifeline for parents in the most trying times.