Episode 44 of Conversations with Cumberland Heights explores the powerful connection between faith, music, and addiction recovery. Host Casey Hyatt welcomes Christian singer Joseph Habedank, who returns to Cumberland Heights in Nashville, TN, to share how treatment saved his life and inspired his music.

In this heartfelt conversation, Joseph reflects on his journey from addiction to recovery, describing Cumberland Heights as a “powerful place” that gave him the foundation to live with purpose and faith.

About Our Guest:

Joseph Habedank is a Christian artist and songwriter whose story of faith, music, and addiction recovery has inspired people around the world. A GRAMMY®-nominated and Dove Award-winning musician, Joseph uses his platform to share hope and healing through song.

After finding recovery at Cumberland Heights in Nashville, TN, Joseph’s life and music took on new purpose. His testimony of transformation and grace continues to encourage others seeking freedom and faith in their own journeys.

In Episode 43 of Conversations with Cumberland Heights, host Dr. Nick Hayes sits down with Dr. John Kelly — Harvard professor, addiction researcher, and Founder of the Recovery Research Institute — for a compelling conversation about the evolving science of addiction recovery.

As substance use and mental health disorders continue to rise, the need for research-driven, effective solutions has never been more urgent. In this episode, Dr. Kelly breaks down how scientific research is helping us understand not just how people recover, but why certain treatments work — and how we can use that knowledge to improve outcomes for individuals and families.

Dr. Hayes and Dr. Kelly explore a range of topics, including:

• Why tracking long-term outcomes is critical
• How recovery research informs treatment planning
• The difference between abstinence and recovery capital
• How providers can use data to personalize care

Together, they reveal how treatment centers like Cumberland Heights are integrating cutting-edge science and real-world data to create programs that don’t just treat addiction — they transform lives.

Whether you’re a treatment provider, clinical professional, policy advocate, or someone in recovery, this conversation offers a rare inside look at the research shaping the future of behavioral health and addiction treatment.

If you're curious about the real science behind lasting recovery — and what it takes to move the field forward — you won’t want to miss this episode.

About our guest

Dr. John Kelly is a world-renowned expert in the science of addiction recovery. As the Founder of the Recovery Research Institute at Massachusetts General Hospital and a professor at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Kelly has published extensively on recovery pathways, treatment outcomes, and systems of care that support long-term healing. His work bridges the gap between research and real-world application in clinical settings across the globe.

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In Episode 42 of Conversations with Cumberland Heights, Chief Science Officer Dr. Nick Hayes is joined by Dr. Kristy Soloski, Associate Professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Sciences at Texas Tech University. Together, they explore a critical but often overlooked component of the healing process: family systems in addiction recovery.

Addiction does not occur in a vacuum—it affects and is affected by the entire family unit. Dr. Soloski, a leading researcher in trauma, relational dynamics, and systemic therapy, shares her insights into how family structures, communication patterns, and unresolved trauma can either support or hinder long-term recovery. Drawing on both her clinical experience and academic research, she explains why understanding family systems in addiction recovery is essential for both clinicians and families.

Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of how addiction and recovery ripple through relationships, why traditional individual-based treatment models may fall short, and how incorporating family therapy and trauma-informed care can lead to more sustainable outcomes. Dr. Soloski also discusses the importance of addressing intergenerational trauma, attachment styles, and conflict resolution strategies within the family context.

Whether you're a clinician, family member, or someone in recovery, this episode offers powerful insights into how systemic healing can transform the recovery journey. By shifting the focus from the individual to the entire system, we can open new pathways to understanding, empathy, and true change.

Join us for a thoughtful and research-informed conversation that challenges the status quo and elevates the role of families in the process of healing from substance use disorders.

About our guest:

Kristy Soloski, PhD., LMFT-S, LCDC is an Associate Professor in the Couple, Marriage, and Family Therapy Program at Texas Tech University. Her research and clinical work are focused on understanding systemic and contextual factors that impact substance use and substance use trajectories. She has authored articles in reputable journals in the field, has been invited to author book chapters for various texts within the field, and has disseminated her research at local, state, national, and international conferences.

In Episode 41 of Conversations with Cumberland Heights, host Dr. Nick Hayes is joined by Marti Roveda, a parent coach, recovery advocate, and mother of an ARCH Academy alum. Together, they explore the emotional, practical, and often isolating experience of parenting teens in recovery.

Since 2021, Marti has dedicated her life to supporting parents of youth facing substance misuse, mental health disorders, and neurodivergence. In 2023, she founded the parent support program at ARCH Academy in Nashville, TN — a transformative step that helped her turn her passion into purpose. Marti shares how her personal experience with her son's recovery journey inspired her to leave her corporate career and devote herself full-time to coaching other parents on a similar path.

This episode offers powerful insights, emotional authenticity, and hope for any family navigating adolescent recovery.

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About Our Guest – Marti Roveda

Marti Roveda is a parent coach, advocate, and founder of Equanimity Parent Coaching and the parent support program at ARCH Academy. Since 2021, she has dedicated herself to coaching parents of adolescents grappling with substance misuse, co-occurring disorders, and neurodivergence. In 2023, inspired by the success of the ARCH program and the support of her own family and community, Marti made the bold decision to leave her corporate career to focus full-time on helping parents find clarity, resilience, and healing. Her story is one of transformation — from a mother navigating her son’s recovery to a trusted guide for others on the same path.

Further reading and resources:

Cumberland Heights Blog: https://www.cumberlandheights.org/blog/

Cumberland Heights Admissions Team: 615-492-8649

Cumberland Heights Website: https://www.cumberlandheights.org

#ParentingTeensInRecovery 

 #TeenAddictionSupport 

 #ParentCoaching 

 #ARCHAcademy 

 #FamilyRecovery 

 #TeenMentalHealth 

 #CumberlandHeights 

 #SubstanceMisuseSupport 

 #ParentSupportGroups 

 #RecoveryPodcast 

In Episode 41 of Conversations with Cumberland Heights, host Dr. Nick Hayes is joined by Marti Roveda — a parent coach, recovery advocate, and mother of an ARCH Academy alum. Together, they explore the emotional, practical, and often isolating experience of parenting teens in recovery.

Since 2021, Marti has dedicated her life to supporting parents of youth facing substance misuse, mental health disorders, and neurodivergence. In 2023, she founded the parent support program at ARCH Academy in Nashville, TN — a transformative step that helped her turn her passion into purpose. Marti shares how her personal experience with her son's recovery journey inspired her to leave her corporate career and devote herself full-time to coaching other parents on a similar path.

This episode offers powerful insights, emotional authenticity, and hope for any family navigating adolescent recovery.

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About Our Guest – Marti Roveda

Marti Roveda is a parent coach, advocate, and founder of Equanimity Parent Coaching and the parent support program at ARCH Academy. Since 2021, she has dedicated herself to coaching parents of adolescents grappling with substance misuse, co-occurring disorders, and neurodivergence. In 2023, inspired by the success of the ARCH program and the support of her own family and community, Marti made the bold decision to leave her corporate career to focus full-time on helping parents find clarity, resilience, and healing. Her story is one of transformation — from a mother navigating her son’s recovery to a trusted guide for others on the same path.

Further reading and resources:

Cumberland Heights Blog: https://www.cumberlandheights.org/blog/

Cumberland Heights Admissions Team: 615-492-8649

Cumberland Heights Website: https://www.cumberlandheights.org

#ParentingTeensInRecovery 

 #TeenAddictionSupport 

 #ParentCoaching 

 #ARCHAcademy 

 #FamilyRecovery 

 #TeenMentalHealth 

 #CumberlandHeights 

 #SubstanceMisuseSupport 

 #ParentSupportGroups 

 #RecoveryPodcast 

In this tech-forward episode of Conversations with Cumberland Heights, Dr. Nick Hayes, Chief Science Officer at Cumberland Heights, speaks with Eliza Foltz, Chief Marketing Officer at Pathfinder Recovery, about the emerging role of wearable technology in addiction recovery and behavioral health care. Recorded live at the 2024 Global Exchange Conference in Orlando, Florida, the conversation highlights the cutting-edge ways technology is supporting sustained recovery.

From smart rings and fitness bands to advanced watches, Eliza and Dr. Hayes discuss how wearables are being used to collect real-time biometric data—like heart rate variability, sleep patterns, stress markers, and movement—to better understand and respond to recovery needs.

Eliza shares insights from her time as Chief Growth Officer at Pretaa, where she helped bring wearable health data into clinical settings to enhance personalized treatment and improve outcomes.

Tune in to learn how these tools are helping providers identify early warning signs of relapse, improve accountability, and design more responsive, data-informed care for individuals—especially young adults navigating early recovery.

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About our guest

Eliza Foltz is the Chief Marketing Officer at Pathfinder Recovery, known for her strategic leadership in behavioral health innovation. Formerly the Chief Growth Officer at Pretaa, she played a key role in integrating biometric wearable technology—including rings, bands, and watches—into addiction recovery programs.

Eliza’s work focuses on using real-time data and tech-enabled insights to support behavioral health providers and empower individuals in recovery. By translating biometric signals into actionable interventions, she has helped pave the way for a more proactive, personalized approach to care.

Her continued mission is to combine technology, empathy, and evidence-based strategies to make recovery more effective and more human.

In this thought-provoking episode of Conversations with Cumberland Heights, Dr. Nick Hayes, Chief Science Officer at Cumberland Heights, explores the vital connection between emotional wellness and leadership with special guest Janet McDonald, CEO of Onsite. With over two decades of experience in organizational development, executive leadership, and cultural transformation, Janet shares her expertise on what it means to lead with emotional wellness at the forefront.

The episode dives deep into the concept of emotional wellness leadership, a growing movement that recognizes the importance of emotional intelligence, psychological safety, and empathy in effective leadership. Janet explains how organizations that prioritize emotional wellness not only see improved team engagement and productivity but also foster long-term resilience and well-being across the workforce.

Listeners will learn about Onsite’s innovative approach to creating emotionally healthy cultures and how leaders at all levels can integrate wellness into their business strategies. Janet also shares real-world examples of how emotional wellness leadership can transform workplaces—from reducing burnout and turnover to increasing psychological safety and human connection.

Whether you’re an executive, HR professional, or aspiring leader, this episode offers powerful insights and actionable takeaways. Discover how cultivating emotional wellness in leadership can unlock greater authenticity, improve team dynamics, and drive sustainable organizational success.

Join us for a compelling conversation that redefines leadership in the modern workplace and offers a roadmap for building healthier, more connected teams through the lens of emotional wellness.

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About our Guest

Janet McDonald is the Chief Executive Officer of Onsite, a leading organization specializing in emotional wellness and personal growth. With a background in organizational development and leadership, Janet has held key positions in various sectors, including serving as Co-President and Chief Strategy & Operating Officer at BUNTIN. Her extensive experience equips her with a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities in fostering emotionally healthy organizational cultures. At Onsite, Janet leads initiatives aimed at integrating emotional wellness into business practices, helping organizations build resilient and engaged teams.

In Episode 38 of Conversations with Cumberland Heights, Dr. Nick Hayes sits down with Josh Moquin, VP of Operations at Snapshot Interactive, to explore what effective behavioral health marketing really looks like. Josh shares actionable insights from his decade-long experience leading strategy and operations at a top creative agency, helping mission-driven organizations connect with their audiences. Learn how addiction treatment providers can use authentic messaging, strategic content, and digital tools to build trust and grow their impact.

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About our guest

Josh Moquin is the Vice President of Operations at Snapshot Interactive, where he transforms vision into action by aligning strategy, people, and performance. With nearly a decade at the agency, Josh has become the backbone of Snapshot’s operations—balancing financials, fostering team cohesion, and driving innovation. A proud Texas native, Josh brings a global perspective to leadership, shaped by travel, music, and even the occasional strike at the bowling alley. His thoughtful, human-centered approach offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to lead in the ever-evolving digital and creative landscape.

Further reading and resources:

Cumberland Heights Blog: https://www.cumberlandheights.org/blog/

Cumberland Heights Admissions Team: 615-492-8649

Cumberland Heights Website: https://www.cumberlandheights.org

In Episode 37 of Conversations with Cumberland Heights, Dr. Nick Hayes welcomes Trevor Colhoun, Co-founder and CEO of TPN.health, for a compelling conversation about the future of behavioral healthcare. With a background in private equity, corporate leadership, and organizational transformation, Trevor brings a unique perspective to the behavioral health field—one that blends business acumen with a passion for impact-driven innovation.

Trevor shares how his journey led him to co-found TPN.health, a platform designed to provide behavioral health technology solutions that empower licensed clinicians and treatment providers to deliver clinically matched care. As the behavioral health industry continues to evolve, TPN.health offers tools that help professionals connect, collaborate, and make data-informed decisions in real time—ultimately improving outcomes for those in recovery or seeking treatment.

Throughout this episode, Trevor and Dr. Hayes discuss the systemic challenges that behavioral health providers face, including fragmentation in care, access disparities, and the lack of transparency in referral networks. They explore how behavioral health technology solutions like TPN.health can help solve these issues by fostering accountability, increasing trust among providers, and enabling patients to be matched with the right care at the right time.

Listeners will also hear about Trevor’s broader mission to bring modernization and integrity to an industry that historically lags in technological adoption. Drawing from his work with nonprofit organizations and leadership roles in both the private and public sectors, Trevor offers insight into what it takes to drive meaningful change in behavioral health.

Whether you're a clinician, provider, policymaker, or someone interested in how technology is transforming addiction and mental health treatment, this episode offers thoughtful perspectives and practical ideas for building a more connected and effective care system.

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About Trevor Colhoun:

Trevor Colhoun is the Co-founder and CEO of TPN.health, a trusted digital platform designed to connect licensed behavioral health professionals and vetted treatment providers through clinically matched care. Since launching TPN.health in 2018, Trevor has led the company to become one of the fastest-growing behavioral health networks in the country—driven by a mission to improve outcomes through innovative technology.

Before founding TPN.health, Trevor built a successful career in private equity and corporate leadership, managing turnarounds and restructurings across public and private sectors, including his role at data storage company Nexsan (now StorCentric). His experience in organizational effectiveness, combined with a passion for systemic change, led him to the behavioral health space where he now helps clinicians and treatment providers navigate a complex and evolving industry.

In addition to his professional achievements, Trevor is committed to service and philanthropy, holding leadership roles on several nonprofit boards focused on youth development and disaster recovery, including The Millbrook School, SBP, and Son of a Saint. He brings a national vision and deep commitment to meaningful impact—qualities that continue to shape his work in transforming behavioral healthcare.

Further reading and resources:

Cumberland Heights Blog: https://www.cumberlandheights.org/blog/

Cumberland Heights Admissions Team: 615-492-8649

Cumberland Heights Website: https://www.cumberlandheights.org

In Episode 36 of Conversations with Cumberland Heights, host Dr. Nick Hayes sits down with Kyle Williams, Director of Philanthropy at Cumberland Heights, for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation about the power of giving and how it serves as a cornerstone in the journey of recovery. With years of experience in nonprofit leadership and fundraising, Kyle offers a unique perspective on the critical role philanthropy plays in supporting individuals and families facing addiction.

Throughout the episode, Kyle shares real-life stories and examples that illustrate how donor generosity directly impacts access to treatment, enhances the quality of care, and ensures long-term recovery support. Listeners will gain insight into how every gift—large or small—can make a tangible difference in someone’s life, especially for those who might not otherwise have access to life-saving resources. Kyle explains how the power of giving doesn't just transform the lives of those receiving support; it also deeply enriches the lives of those who give.

This episode highlights the importance of building authentic donor relationships and creating a culture of compassion and connection within the recovery community. Kyle emphasizes that philanthropy is more than just financial support—it's a way to foster hope, restore dignity, and contribute to healing on both individual and systemic levels.

Whether you're a long-time donor, someone in recovery, or simply interested in how generosity can spark meaningful change, this episode offers a heartfelt and informative look into the world of giving. Tune in to discover how the spirit of philanthropy fuels the mission of Cumberland Heights and why the power of giving continues to be one of the most vital forces in recovery today.

About our guest

Kyle Williams joined the Cumberland Heights team in 2020 as the Director of Philanthropy. In this role, he connects donors with opportunities to make a lasting impact on the programs and projects they care about most. Before joining Cumberland Heights, Kyle spent nearly a decade in fundraising at Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee. Passionate about relationship-building, Kyle values the donors whose generosity is essential to the mission of Cumberland Heights. He’s continually inspired by the stories of healing and hope that lead supporters to give back—creating ripples of change in the lives of others.