Catherine Chadwick’s Journey Through Addiction, Loss, and Healing
Connect with Catherine Chadwick Instagram: ydidpod YouTube: ydidpod Q&A with Catherine Chadwick Q: Can you start by telling us a little about yourself? (Background, profession, personal journey)A: My brother and I grew up in a small town in Massachusetts, we both went to catholic school starting in kindergarten, I attended Catholic school until high school, […]
Beyond the Addiction: Healing Individuals, Families, and Communities With Charlette Garff
Connect with Charlette Garff Website: Facebook: LinkedIn: YouTube: Q&A with Charlette Garff Q: Can you start by telling us a little about yourself? (Background, profession, personal journey)A: I have worked in a residential setting, a private clinic and an international company contracting with businesses like amazon and ge that provide substance use disorder counseling to […]
Turning Struggles into Strength: Willard Barth Shares His Journey Through Addiction and Recovery
Addiction is a journey that profoundly impacts not only the person struggling but also their families and loved ones. At Mothers Against Addiction, we aim to shed light on the stories of resilience, strength, and hope. Today, we are honored to share the inspiring story of Willard Barth, a professional speaker, author, and business consultant, […]
Rediscovering Yourself: Book Club with Nancy Colier, Author of The Emotionally Exhausted Woman
Join us for an insightful discussion with Nancy Colier, a renowned psychotherapist, interfaith minister, and author whose latest book, The Emotionally Exhausted Woman: Why You’re Feeling Depleted and How to Get What You Need, has resonated deeply with women across the globe. Nancy brings her extensive experience as a spiritual teacher and mindfulness expert to […]
An Interview with Denise Kolivoski of the National Council on Addiction and Drug Dependence (NCADD)
Introduction Denise Kolivoski, a leader at the National Council on Addiction and Drug Dependence (NCADD), shares insights into the organization’s mission and the impactful work they do to support individuals and families affected by addiction. With 80 years of dedication to advocacy, education, and community support, NCADD stands as a pillar of hope for many […]
Nicole Kosanke, PhD, and CMC: Foundation for Change—Empowering Families in the Fight Against Addiction
Nicole Kosanke, PhD, plays a vital role in reshaping addiction support through her work at CMC: Foundation for Change. With a mission to provide families and communities with evidence-based tools, CMC is helping those impacted by substance use develop the skills and compassion needed to create positive change. In this interview, Kosanke offers a deep […]
Bryce Givens: A Journey from Addiction to Recovery and Empowerment
Bryce Givens, founder and CEO of Elevate Recovery Homes, True North Recovery Services, and All The Way Well, is no stranger to the challenges of addiction. Having experienced the harsh realities of addiction firsthand, including incarceration, Bryce’s personal journey is one of transformation, resilience, and hope. Today, he dedicates his life to helping individuals and […]
Jennifer McCutcheon: Breaking the Cycle of Addiction and Empowering Mothers to Heal
Addiction doesn’t just affect the person caught in its grip — it reverberates through entire families, especially impacting mothers who often bear the weight of their child’s struggle. Jennifer McCutcheon, a mother and recovery coach, knows this pain all too well. After decades of navigating addiction in her own family, Jennifer found her purpose: to […]
Interview with J. Pate, Director of Impact Burleson County
Impact Burleson County is a faith-based organization dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome the challenges of addiction through a Christ-centered 12-step recovery program. Led by J. Pate, the organization focuses on offering a “hand up, not a handout” to those struggling with drug and alcohol dependency. Through spiritual healing, practical support, and community outreach, […]
Finding Hope and Healing: Todd Alexander’s Journey Through Addiction and Recovery
Addiction affects millions of lives, leaving individuals and families feeling lost, isolated, and overwhelmed. For Todd Alexander, the journey through addiction was a tumultuous path marked by pain, loss, and a constant struggle to fit in. However, Todd’s story is also one of resilience, self-discovery, and transformation. From his early struggles to find acceptance to […]
Maz Siam: The Actor Who Proved It’s Never Too Late to Start Over
Maz Siam embarked on a remarkable journey at the age of fifty—deciding to pursue a career in acting. Despite the challenges and uncertainties, Maz dove headfirst into this new chapter of his life, proving that it’s never too late to chase a dream. From yelling at Mindy on The Mindy Project to getting killed on […]
Richard (Rael) Morley: A Journey of Mindfulness, Compassion, and Breaking the Cycle of Addiction
Rael is a nonbinary parent and a tenured professor at the School of Social Work at Texas State University. With a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from the University of Texas, their research delves into the intersection of mindfulness meditation, violence, and large-scale brain networks. Rael’s extensive background includes over eighteen peer-reviewed articles on topics such […]
