Episode 4: Finding your Voice: Mind, Body & Spirit

Send a textIn this illuminating episode, hosts Dr. Farzad Kamyar and Amani Wilson explore the intricate interconnection between mind, body, and spirit in recovery. Joined by licensed clinical social worker Rachel Williams and distinguished psychologist Dr. Stephanie Woodard, they delve into holistic approaches that address the full spectrum of healing beyond traditional treatment methods.The conversation examines how substance use disorders affect multiple dimensions of a person's well-being, highlighting therapeutic techniques that integrate physical, mental, spiritual, social, and environmental elements. Our guests share insights from their extensive clinical experience, discussing how mindfulness practices and authentic self-expression can become powerful catalysts in the recovery journey.Listeners will gain practical wellness tools for holistic healing and learn how finding one's authentic voice contributes to lasting recovery. The discussion offers valuable perspectives on creating supportive environments that encourage honest communication, whether as someone in recovery or as a loved one seeking to understand.This episode bridges science and spirituality, demonstrating how true healing emerges when we honor the whole person and recognize that recovery isn't just about sobriety—it's about rediscovering one's complete self beyond substance use and embracing a journey of comprehensive wellness.If you live in Southern Nevada, in Reno, Carson City, Churchill County, or Lyon County in Northern Nevada, or in Weber County or Davis County in Utah, and you’re pregnant or recently had a baby and using opioids or stimulants for any reason, there is non-judgmental help available to you. No referral or insurance is required. Visit empoweredmoms.org for information or to request services.If you live outside of these areas, we encourage you to find resources in your community.EMPOWERED Voices is a podcast production of the EMPOWERED program at Roseman University College of Medicine, supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Overdose Data to Action Grant through the Southern Nevada Health District. This project has been funded by grant number NH28CE003534 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by the Southern Nevada Health District, CDC, or the U.S. Government.Hosted by Dr. Farzad Kamyar, and Amani Wilson.Executive Producers are Dr. Andria Peterson and Jason Roth, with production assistance by Rachel Mack.Recorded at the Video Podcast Studio at Canico Media in Las Vegas, Nevada.