Welcome to Episode 16 of Key to the Bridge!

Substance use affects individuals and families across all walks of life—but how do we address it with compassion, education, and real solutions? In this episode, Dr. Erica Bosque sits down with Angela Walsh-Tejeda, a Registered Associate Clinical Social Worker and Substance Use Disorder Counselor, to talk about the realities of addiction, recovery, and mental health in today's world.

They explore:  The evolving conversation around substance use and harm reduction  Stigma in addiction and how it impacts recovery  The role of trauma and mental health in substance use disorders  How legalization and accessibility have changed substance culture  The rise of fentanyl and why awareness is more important than ever  Navigating recovery—different approaches and what works for different people

This episode is a must-listen for anyone affected by addiction, working in mental health, or interested in learning how we can better support individuals on the road to recovery.

Hosted by: 

Dr. Erica Joeverley Bosque, Ed.D

CEO/Executive Director, Keystone Therapy & Training Services

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) #81547 with Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC)

Guest: 

Angela Walsh-Tejeda

Registered Associate Clinical Social Worker #110008, MSW, PPSC, CADTP

Substance Use Disorder Registered Counselor SUDRC#10023