Psychologist Shares Breakthrough Strategies for Overcoming Addiction and Building Resilient Teams

We get it. Ideas are easy, but implementation is hard. Presented by Guidewise, the Implementors podcast brings you the stories, strategies, and lessons from those who’ve mastered change — so you can, too. Join host Ted Wolf (Co-Founder & CEO at Guidewise), for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Brian Licuanan (Clinical Psychologist, Author, Speaker, Co-Founder & CEO at Myriad Behavioral Solutions, Inc.), on this episode of Implementors. Dr. Licuanan shares his journey into psychology and mental health, revealing how addiction is a form of disease and the crucial role of family in the recovery process. He explains how to overcome fear and guilt, separate oneself from the disease, and implement strategies to flatten the risk curve by minimizing risk factors and maximizing protective factors. Dr. Licuanan emphasizes the importance of accountability, humility, and a unified family vision in achieving long-term success. Tune in to discover how destigmatizing mental health and fostering family support can lead to transformative recovery outcomes. ABOUT DR. BRIAN LICUANAN: Dr. Brian Licuanan is a leading psychologist and expert in addiction recovery and mental health. As the CEO and Co-Founder of Myriad Behavioral Solutions, he specializes in providing comprehensive mental health services through teams of psychiatric and psychological clinicians, serving diverse patient populations across California. With nearly 20 years of experience, Dr. Licuanan is dedicated to destigmatizing mental health and helping individuals overcome addiction by addressing both personal and family dynamics. He is the author of a highly acclaimed book on family intervention strategies, offering guidance to help families navigate the complex path to recovery, which can be found here: https://drbrianlicuanan.com/book/. Dr. Licuanan’s expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, substance use disorders, and family crisis intervention has made him a sought-after speaker, educator, and advocate for mental health awareness. Connect with Dr. Licuanan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-f-licuanan-phd-ms-03a615b5/ and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlicuanan/. ABOUT GUIDEWISE: Change can feel disruptive and overwhelming, but with Guidewise, it becomes an opportunity to thrive. We simplify the complexities of change by combining our AI-powered technology, expert consulting services, and pioneering research in implementation science. Whether you're driving innovation, navigating uncertainty, or aligning teams on critical goals, Guidewise delivers the tools, insights, and intelligent guidance to turn change into a competitive advantage. Discover how Guidewise empowers you to take charge of change and achieve meaningful outcomes. Schedule your demo today: https://www.guidewise.io/demo/. PODCAST LINKS: - Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@implementorspod - Podcast Homepage: https://www.guidewise.io/podcast - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6uliK2fpHOOgjLDgUv1pNF?si=6520239306224710&nd=1 - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guidewise-presents-implementors/id1678368738 - Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8fcf7ddd-bf82-47cf-9339-efc29a75500d/guidewise-presents-implementors SOCIAL: - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@implementorspod - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/implementorspod/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/implementorspod - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/implementorspod - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/implementorspod/ CONTACT: - To take charge of change, please visit us at https://www.guidewise.io/ or email us as [email protected]. - To share your implementation insights with our audience, please reach out to [email protected].