Finding New Waters

In this episode of Finding New Waters, B Reeves and Justin McClendon sit down with Evan Jarschauer, a licensed psychotherapist and mental health intervention specialist with nearly two decades of experience helping families navigate crisis, treatment, and recovery.Evan explains what makes mental health interventions different from traditional substance use interventions, why gambling and online gaming are becoming more difficult to detect, how families can take action when a loved one refuses help, and why intervention work must be done with compassion, dignity, love, and a firm backbone.TIMESTAMPS[00:00:00] Welcome to Finding New Waters with Evan Jarschauer[00:01:18] What mental health interventions actually are[00:02:38] Helping families when the message is not being received[00:03:59] Evan’s background as a licensed psychotherapist[00:05:08] What a gambling intervention can look like[00:06:21] Why online gambling is making addiction harder to see[00:07:36] “I’m not drinking. I’m not drugging”[00:08:28] Why Evan says his world has exploded with mental health, gaming, and gambling cases[00:09:34] Why interventionists should connect with casino management first[00:11:50] Why there is no cookie cutter answer for gambling treatment[00:12:53] Gathering collateral information before an intervention[00:14:25] Timing a gambling intervention[00:15:47] Why the family’s readiness matters[00:16:10] Comparing crisis response to any other serious disease[00:17:14] Respectful, dignified, supportive, loving, firm intervention[00:17:38] Evan’s television work and public awareness[00:18:31] Demystifying what interventions look like[00:19:42] Standing in front of the Kardashians house in Calabasas[00:20:56] “If you can just touch one family”[00:21:39] Mental health struggles can be hidden in plain sight[00:23:31] Treating every family like they matter deeply[00:25:24] Reducing stigma and helping people access care[00:25:50] How to find Evan Jarschauer[00:26:31] Closing thoughtsLINKS & RESOURCESBehavioral Help: https://www.behavioralhelp.comNew Waters Recovery: https://newwatersrecovery.comCALL TO ACTIONIf this conversation helped you better understand mental health interventions, gambling addiction, family crisis, or how to support someone who refuses help, subscribe to Finding New Waters for more honest conversations about recovery, mental health, treatment, and hope.Like this episode, leave a comment with what stood out to you, and share it with a family who may need to hear it.#FindingNewWaters#NewWatersRecovery#MentalHealth#MentalHealthIntervention#AddictionRecovery#GamblingAddiction#OnlineGambling#FamilySupport#BehavioralHealth#RecoveryPodcast#DualDiagnosis#CrisisIntervention#MentalHealthAwareness#TreatmentWorks#ReduceTheStigma🎙️ Watch & ListenWebsite: www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

Nick Slovak, the Chief Operating Officer of Advaita Health, joins the Finding New Waters podcast to discuss the critical evolution of behavioral health care. He shares his personal journey of finding sobriety at age 21 and how that experience shaped his mission to create more accessible treatment systems in North Carolina.The conversation explores the transition from high-end private pay models to an integrated, insurance-based system of care that addresses the crisis of psychiatry wait times. Justin and Nick dive into the importance of supporting healthcare providers and why building a genuine community remains the most vital component of long-term recovery.TIMESTAMPS[00:00:00] Introduction to Nick Slovak and Advaita Health[00:02:10] Nick Slovak's personal recovery story[00:05:07] Moving from private pay to insurance models[00:07:36] The feedback that changed their business model[00:08:55] Scaling care and working with insurance payers[00:13:26] Defining the integrated model of care[00:15:28] Solving the crisis of psychiatry wait times[00:16:48] The courage required to ask for help[00:20:02] Prioritizing provider support and staff wellbeing[00:23:16] Why community is central to the recovery process[00:27:18] Emotional health as a lifelong journey[00:29:18] How to contact Veda Health and Advaita HealthNOTABLE QUOTES* "I got sober when I was 21 years old."* "The gene of addiction, I think runs, fairly deep."* "You just run a very expensive sober living."* "It remains accessible to get the help that you need."* "Access, um, is really an important piece."* "Community is central."LINKS & RESOURCES* Primary Website: newwatersrecovery.com* Advaita Health: vedahealth.com* Aim Wellbeing: aimwellbeing.com* Green Hill Recovery: greenhillrecovery.comDONATION / SUPPORTNot mentioned in transcript.CALL TO ACTIONSubscribe to the Finding New Waters podcast for more episodes on recovery and mental health. Please like this video and comment below to let us know your thoughts on the integrated model of care.KEYWORDSAdvaita Health, Nick Slovak, Justin McClendon, Finding New Waters, addiction recovery, mental health North Carolina, behavioral health, psychiatry wait times, insurance based treatment, Raleigh recovery, substance use, integrated care, recovery journey, sobriety, mental health stigma, healthcare operations, Veda Health, Aim Wellbeing, Green Hill Recovery, substance use provider, PHP, IOP, outpatient care, medication management, provider burnout, healthcare culture, behavioral health home, adolescent mental health, young adult recovery, North Carolina healthcare.HASHTAGS#NickSlovak #AdvaitaHealth #FindingNewWaters #Recovery #MentalHealth #Sobriety #NorthCarolina #BehavioralHealth #AddictionRecovery #HealthcareReform #Psychiatry #MentalHealthAwareness```🎙️ Watch & ListenWebsite: www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

"I help people find freedom in their system by getting out of freeze." Brooke Powers joins Finding New Waters to discuss somatic coaching and nervous system regulation.In this episode, we explore how your body stores trauma and why "our state of our nervous system tells our story." Brooke explains her four part framework: Acclimate, Incorporate, Rediscover, and Embody to help clients shift into a connected, regulated state.TIMESTAMPS[01:00:09] Introduction to Brooke Powers and Wellness Assist[01:00:47] What is a somatic coach?[01:01:41] The four part somatic framework[01:02:00] Understanding the "freeze" state: activation and shutdown[01:03:34] How to do the "Huberman breath" for regulation[01:05:22] Why we pick up our caregiver's nervous system state[01:06:46] Scanning the world for danger: hypervigilance[01:07:27] Finding moments of safety as anchors[01:08:46] Post traumatic growth and health scares[01:09:54] Explaining the Ventral Ladder and Polyvagal Theory[01:11:38] Dissociation: being a "fly on the corner" of your life[01:13:14] Ice baths: getting back into your body[01:15:19] Using infrared saunas and vibration plates to build resilience[01:18:32] PTSD and how the body stores trauma[01:21:02] Re parenting the younger self through "parts work"[01:23:06] Is trauma the real gateway drug?[01:26:34] Why we should teach kids regulating resources[01:28:20] The link between dehydration, sleep, and anxiety[01:31:46] Logistics: How to find and work with Brooke PowersLINKS & RESOURCESPrimary Website: newwatersrecovery.comBrooke Powers Website: somaticcoachingnc.comWellness AssistInstagram: @be_your_oasisBook: "The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der KolkTheory: Polyvagal Theory by Deb DanaResource: Tim Fletcher YouTube ChannelLocation Mentioned: Grove Park Inn, Asheville.CALL TO ACTIONSubscribe to Finding New Waters for more insights into recovery and wellness. Like this video if it helped you understand your nervous system better and comment below with your favorite regulating resource.#SomaticCoaching #NervousSystem #TraumaRecovery #TheBodyKeepsTheScore #PolyvagalTheory #VentralLadder #PostTraumaticGrowth #IceBaths #MentalHealth #AnxietyRelief #HealingTrauma #Wellness🎙️ Watch & ListenWebsite: www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

In this episode of Finding New Waters, B Reeves sits down with Dr. Yesenia Almaguer and Andrew Ditts, the husband and wife founders of SOHL.Dr. Almaguer explains SOHL as “the mental health SWAT team,” built to support worried families who are in crisis and do not know where to start. They break down what SOHL actually does, including interventions, case management, and coaching, and why there is no “cookie cutter approach” when the situation involves multiple layers like addiction, trauma, and personality disorders.Andrew shares why having a psychiatrist who is also an interventionist changes everything in complex cases, from recognizing the difference between “manic” and emotional dysregulation, to identifying signs that could suggest a thought disorder. Dr. Almaguer also shares why her experience working in a mobile crisis unit in the Bronx prepared her for in-home crisis work, and why SOHL is focused on ethics, training, and working themselves out of a job.CHAPTERS[01:00:14] Welcome back, introductions, Dr. Yesenia Almaguer and Andrew Ditts[01:01:01] “mental health SWAT team” and what SOHL is[01:02:30] Andrew defines SOHL: complex in-home crisis cases, building and removing the team[01:04:48] What an intervention is, and why it is a process[01:06:14] Why a typical sit-down model can fail in complex mental health cases[01:08:42] Why having an MD involved in interventions matters[01:10:10] Why going into the home changes what you can assess[01:11:26] Black Swan training and Harvard negotiation training[01:12:50] Andrew on “manic,” assessment, and why medical training changes the questions[01:16:00] Example: details that can point to a thought disorder presentation[01:18:10] Dr. Almaguer New York case example: asking the right questions to build trust[01:20:05] B Reeves on “mania” being thrown around and why it matters[01:23:12] Andrew’s path: USC acting conservatory, addiction, and 12 Step in Los Angeles[01:26:35] Program junkie, early industry “wild wild west,” and why case management matters[01:32:02] Dr. Almaguer background: Mexico, Miami, Bronx residency, Dallas fellowship[01:34:40] Why they started SOHL and changing the culture for clients and companions[01:36:36] Why it is spelled SOHL, “human connection to heal the soul”[01:37:30] Andrew on connection, attachment, and why relationships drive change[01:40:37] How to find SOHL, monthly trainings, Companion Circle, supervision group[01:42:22] Contact emails and closingGUEST AND ORGANIZATION LINKSSOHL Websitehttps://www.thesohl.comCustomized Care for Substance Use Disorder & Mental Illness | SOHLhttps://www.instagram.com/thesohl?igsh=MWlzY2t5bDh1cXFyaw==https://www.facebook.com/share/1KqcSVjCqZ/?mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sohl-enterprises-a40873211?utm_source=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=member_iosSOHL LinkedInSoul Enterprises IncorporatedSOHL Instagram@thesohlSOHL [email protected]@thesohl.comJump to:[01:01:01] What SOHL is[01:04:48] What an intervention really is[01:12:50] Why having a psychiatrist in the full process changes outcomes[01:36:36] Why it is spelled SOHLWebsite: https://thesohl.com/Instagram: @thesohlInstagram Business - thesohlLinkedIn Business - SOHL Enterprises Andrew's Personal LinkedIn - Andrew Dits Dr. Almaguer's Personal LinkedIn - Yesenia Almaguer, M.D. Watch & ListenWebsite: www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#FindingNewWatersPodcast #NewWatersRecovery #MentalHealth #Intervention #CaseManagement #Coaching #DualDiagnosis #AddictionRecovery #CrisisIntervention #FamilySystems #Psychiatry #TraumaInformed #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #EthicsInCare #SOHL

In this episode of Finding New Waters, B Reeves and CEO Justin McClendon sit down with Jesse Quam, an educational consultant and therapist based in Black Mountain, North Carolina.Jesse shares how a friend’s wilderness job in Utah “changed my life,” what it actually means when people say “wilderness,” and why getting outside and away from technology can reset the nervous system and the family system. He breaks down how therapeutic wilderness evolved from early programs like BYU 480, why outcome data matters, and what he believes will bring wilderness back in a big way as phone use and modern distractions keep climbing.Jesse also pulls the curtain back on what a therapeutic educational consultant does: how the first call works, why the whole family has to join the process, and how he helps families make the right “chess moves” across a full year of treatment and aftercare.Subscribe for more recovery conversations from Finding New Waters.Like the video, leave a comment with your biggest takeaway, and share this episode with someone who needs hope.CHAPTERS[01:00:35] Introductions: B Reeves, Justin McClendon, Jesse Quam[01:01:57] Jesse’s background: pastor’s kid, Chicago, Utah wilderness, Boston College[01:03:35] Educational consulting: visiting 305 programs, supporting families through the year[01:04:48] What “wilderness” actually means in this field[01:05:40] BYU 480 and the roots of wilderness programs[01:06:31] Safety, outcomes, and what the data says[01:07:49] Why wilderness programs declined and why they may come back[01:10:47] Phones, modern life, and why a detox matters[01:17:35] What Jesse does when a family calls: first call process[01:19:40] Family system buy-in, boundaries, and using leverage when needed[01:22:54] What changed over 30 years: internal kids, isolation, social skills, fentanyl risk[01:27:02] Community connection and longevity[01:30:30] Outward Bound influence and experiential learning[01:34:46] Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Outward Bound story[01:35:35] Wrap-up and closingGUEST AND ORGANIZATION LINKSJesse Quam and Dr. John Huie (Quam & Huie: Educational Consultants)http://johnhuie.com/about-us/RESOURCES MENTIONEDOutward Boundhttps://www.outwardbound.org/NOLShttps://www.nols.edu/Montreat Collegehttps://www.montreat.edu/Boston College School of Social Workhttps://www.bc.edu/bc-web/schools/ssw.htmlThe Carter Centerhttps://www.cartercenter.org/🎙️ Watch & ListenWebsite: www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#FindingNewWatersPodcast #NewWatersRecovery #Recovery #AddictionRecovery #WildernessTherapy #TherapeuticWilderness #OutdoorTherapy #FamilySystems #TeenRecovery #YoungAdultRecovery #MentalHealth #DigitalDetox #PhoneAddiction #ExperientialTherapy #OutwardBound

In this episode of Finding New Waters, B Reeves sits down with Dr. Kate Truitt, clinical psychologist and neuroscientist, for a conversation that moves from survival to real tools. Dr. Kate shares what it was like to be hit by a drunk driver, the identity shift of “self” coming back online, and why even experts struggle to use their own tools at first.They break down trauma through a brain-based lens: safety, belonging, and agency. You’ll also hear the clearest explanation of grief as a learning process, what “traumatic grief” looks like, and why forgiveness is not a mandate. Dr. Kate also teaches a simple “moving hug” mindful touch practice and explains why “we can’t think our way through” the parts of the brain that hold trauma.CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS[01:00:00] Welcome and introduction[01:01:05] Hit by a drunk driver: broken neck, brain injury, crushed spine[01:02:32] “Not so well at the beginning”: the pressure of being an expert[01:03:56] Writing a book during recovery: burnout + self-compassion[01:05:16] Milwaukee → Kansas City → Los Angeles: the road to her work[01:05:22] Scholarship and a modeling contract[01:05:31] Modeling, anorexia, and the pivot into academia[01:07:17] Burnout in helping professions and boundaries[01:09:09] The Brain Partnership Toolbox: why she wrote it[01:10:17] Self-compassion: “It’s a skill. It’s not innate.”[01:13:13] Goldie Hawn’s MindUP and trauma-informed work in schools[01:16:35] Mindful touch: “moving hug” and C-tactile fibers[01:18:28] “We can’t think our way through it.”[01:20:02] Trauma and grief: what she focuses on[01:21:06] Big T vs small T trauma: why she takes it off the table[01:22:09] The amygdala’s three core values: safe, belong, agency[01:23:16] Trauma as threat + survival encoding[01:25:40] Her clinic model: specialists + neurobiology training[01:26:20] “Shame goes down, opportunity goes up.”[01:27:44] Grief as learning: what the brain has to update[01:28:42] Traumatic grief: when grief gets paralyzed[01:29:39] Substances and pain: “turn the volume down”[01:31:08] One person can change the trajectory[01:32:22] Widowed before her wedding: trauma vulnerability[01:33:25] Forgiveness after trauma: where to start[01:34:20] “Forgiveness is not a mandate.”[01:36:41] When forgiveness becomes toxic and boundaries get blurry[01:39:06] Finding help as a trainer: dual relationships and privacy[01:44:18] Patterns, burnout, and getting curious about the sprint[01:44:51] How to find Dr. Kate Truitt + free resourcesNOTABLE QUOTES“almost a year ago to the day… I was hit by a drunk driver… broke my neck, brain injury, crushed my spine.”“The, there's a little tidbit about self-compassion is that it's a skill. It's not innate.”“our thinking brain is a pretty new to the game… We can't think our way through it. Just can't.”“And those values are first and foremost, am I safe?”“Forgiveness is not so it's not a, it's not a mandate. It's not a requirement.”LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONEDDr. Kate Truitt website: https://www.drkatetruitt.com/Free resources page: https://www.drkatetruitt.com/freeresourcesDr. Kate Truitt YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrKateTruittMindUP (Goldie Hawn Foundation): https://www.mindup.org/The Brain Partnership Toolbox (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/Partnership-Toolbox-Addiction-Mental-Professionals/dp/B0FYNNKH4C🎙️ Watch & ListenWebsite: www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

In this episode of Finding New Waters, B Reeves and Justin McClendon sit down with Bogie Bowles, Clinical Director at Ascend Recovery in Utah, with deep North Carolina connections and a story rooted in early sobriety.Bogie shares what it was like getting sober at 18 as a freshman at Carolina, navigating recovery while still living a musician’s life, and building a career in the field. The conversation also gets real about what has changed in treatment and culture since the 90s.They take a hard look at today’s high-potency THC landscape, the false sense of safety around “it’s just weed,” and the unregulated Delta and THCA products that are showing up everywhere. If you have a teen, work in the field, or have ever minimized cannabis because of what it used to be, this episode will shift your perspective.Subscribe for more recovery conversations from Finding New Waters.Like the video, leave a comment with your biggest takeaway, and share this episode with someone who needs hope.Timestamps[01:00:00] Welcome back + Bogie Bowles intro (Ascend Recovery, Utah)[01:01:00] North Carolina connections + music background (Knockdown Smilin)[01:02:26] Getting sober at 18 as a freshman at Carolina[01:11:12] “One and done from treatment” and trying to stop but not being able to stop[01:11:44] Treatment then vs now (two-week model, 35 years ago)[01:22:01] Music, recovery, and professional life now[01:24:16] Staying close to recovery while traveling as a musician[01:31:42] How “weed” changed from the 90s to now[01:33:47] Delta / THCA products and the unregulated chemical problem[01:34:26] The “blueberry muffin” analogy and what families are missing[01:37:32] Reefer madness, cultural backlash, and why the warning signs got ignored[01:38:41] “Desperate Lives” and the scary stuff that is not a joke anymore[01:39:03] Wrap-up + how to find Ascend RecoveryBogie Bowles, LCSWClinical DirectorBogie graduated in 2015 from the University of North Carolina with a Masters of Social Work. A former professional musician, Bogie expanded his perspective of the connection between mental health and addiction while working at the psychiatric unit at Duke Hospital. Following his time at Duke, he then worked with a large addiction treatment facility using his unique musical background to co-create a program specifically designed to treat music industry professionals. Bogie is the newest on our team and is seeking to further his experience in treating co-occurring disorders, and to continue pursuing his passion for music and service. Additionally, he co-wrote a curriculum for an Extended Care Program focusing on the challenges of recovery in everyday life. Bogie has been with Ascend since 2018.Bogie entered his own recovery from addiction at the age of eighteen. He has toured and recorded with various artist for over twenty years. In his personal life, he continues to play and record music, enjoys being in nature, engages in the recovery community, and practices meditation.Guest and Organization LinksAscend Recovery: https://ascendrecovery.com/Ascend Recovery Team: https://ascendrecovery.com/inpatient-drug-rehab-staff/Ascend Recovery Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ascendrecovery/🎙️ Watch & ListenWebsite: www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

In this episode of Finding New Waters, B Reeves and Justin McLendon sit down with Rick Hubbard in Fort Worth with Constellation Behavioral Health.Rick shares how he went from retail banking to finding himself in a treatment center in West Texas, losing “everything that was dear to me,” and then being asked to come work for the very place that helped him. He talks about what he has done since 2002, connecting professionals, families, and individuals to the help they need, often referring people to services outside of the company he represents.This conversation goes deep on purpose, service, and availability in the recovery field. Rick explains why he answers the phone when it rings, why “the disease of addiction does not take PTO,” and how the 12 step process is about learning “just trying to be a better human.” He also shares a powerful personal story about discovering he has a son later in life, and how that discovery changed everything.Timestamps[01:25:43] Welcome back + introductions (B Reeves, Justin McLendon, Rick Hubbard)[01:26:35] Rick’s background: retail banking, starting in 1976[01:27:06] Late 90s detour: treatment center in West Texas[01:27:16] “I had lost everything that was dear to me”[01:27:57] Starting the work in 2002: connecting people to help[01:30:13] Perspective at 71, recovery, and living differently[01:33:16] “This is the best life I’ve ever lived” and the 12 step process[01:36:56] Why Rick answers the phone: “the disease… does not take PTO”[01:40:43] “It’s the work that we’ve been chosen to do”[01:43:19] Discovering he has a son later in life[01:49:31] Meeting Kirk Franklin and the story going public[01:51:58] 23andMe and Ancestry revealing family connections[01:54:58] Rick’s professional timeline: West Texas, Florida, Origins, Hanley, Constellation[01:59:29] Constellation transition and rebrand under Sero Mental Health[02:01:38] How to contact Rick (phone + email)#FindingNewWatersPodcast #Recovery #AddictionRecovery #Sobriety #TwelveStep #12Step #Treatment #MentalHealth #RecoveryCommunity #ServiceWork #CrisisSupport #FamilyReunion #KirkFranklin #ConstellationBehavioralHealth #SeroMentalHealth🎙️ Watch & ListenWebsite: www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

In this episode of Finding New Waters, B Reeves and Justin McLendon sit down with Matt Nannis, founder and executive director of PIVOTPoint WNCn Asheville.Matt opens up about feeling like an “outsider” and dealing with “imposter syndrome,” and he shares why he started Pivot Point after moving into a sober home in Asheville in 2013. He talks candidly about the guilt and shame he carried in that season, and why Sundays on the trail became the one time he didn’t feel “failure, shameful, degenerate.”You’ll also hear how PIVOTPoint WNC supports adolescents through extended Saturday programming and school partnerships, including how referrals work, why the approach is non-coercive, and what it looks like to build individualized plans that get “to that thing under the thing, under the thing.” Matt breaks down how the organization stays adaptable, how they expand intentionally, and why small habits and discipline can change how we show up in everyday life.Subscribe for more recovery conversations from Finding New Waters. Like the video, leave a comment with your biggest takeaway, and share this episode with someone who needs hope.Timestamps[01:16:59] Welcome back + hosts intro + Matt Nannis introduction (PIVOTPoint WNC)[01:17:59] How B Reeves and Matt first met[01:18:19] Expanding Recovery for Young People conference (Hendersonville)[01:19:11] “Imposter syndrome,” “outsider,” and why Pivot Point started (Asheville 2013)[01:19:35] “Man, I hated it” + guilt and shame in the halfway house[01:20:31] Sunday hikes and not feeling “failure, shameful, degenerate”[01:35:42] Pivot Point model: Saturday program, afterschool program, referrals, non-coercive approach[01:46:45] Where the name “Pivot Point” came from (opportunity and willingness)[01:50:10] Serving families outside Buncombe County + adaptability + school partnerships[01:58:06] Small habits and self-talk: “make your bed,” “brush your teeth”[01:59:17] How to find PIVOTPoint WNC (website + contact info)Guest and Organization LinksPivot Point WNC: https://pivotpointwnc.org/Pivot Point WNC Team (Matt): https://pivotpointwnc.org/the-team/Finding New Waters / New Waters RecoveryNew Waters Recovery: https://newwatersrecovery.com/Finding New Waters: https://www.findingnewwaters.com/#FindingNewWatersPodcast #MattNannis #PivotPointWNC #Recovery #AddictionRecovery #Sobriety #SoberLiving #EarlyRecovery #OutdoorTherapy #TherapeuticAdventure #AshevilleNC #RecoveryCommunity #MentalHealth #Discipline #ShameToHope

Most people know AA. Almost nobody knows the real story of NA. From arrests and raids to meetings on the Staten Island ferry, this episode traces how the NA message survived and spread worldwide. Chris Budnick (Healing Transitions) and Boyd Pickard walk through the chronology and history of Narcotics Anonymous, including early roots connected to the US Public Health Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky (the “narcotic farm”), and the evolution from Addicts Anonymous into Narcotics Anonymous. You will hear how early members faced stigma and real pressure from authorities, why the wording of Step One became a defining innovation, and how the fellowship grew into a global force, including the surprising reality that “one third of all weekly Narcotics Anonymous meetings in the world occur in Iran.” Subscribe for more recovery conversations from Finding New Waters.Like the video, leave a comment with your biggest takeaway, and share this episode with someone who needs hope.TIMESTAMPS (copy/paste)[01:05:53] Introductions and opening[01:06:10] Healing Transitions tough stretch and honoring Byron [01:10:14] Why people know AA but not NA [01:10:52] Boyd’s curiosity about NA roots [01:12:02] Chris’s background and recovery path [01:13:33] Slaying the Dragon and the page and a half on NA history [01:15:02] Narcotic farm and the Lexington story [01:16:33] If you know your history why this matters [01:18:28] Stigma segregation and threats in the early era [01:18:48] Arrests and Staten Island ferry meetings [01:19:51] When did NA officially start [01:21:40] Preserving the Message and why archives matter [01:22:37] Harrison Act and addiction trajectory [01:24:33] Dr Tom Shelby and early AA influence in NC [01:29:52] February 1947 Addicts Anonymous begins [01:32:11] Houston at long last I learned to hope [01:34:14] Danny Carlson coins Narcotics Anonymous [01:34:36] Women’s House of Detention Salvation Army early locations [01:41:52] Danny’s death and stability [01:46:09] Was Bill W helpful to NA [01:48:33] Step One shift changed everything [01:51:01] Total abstinence and modern NA challenges [01:55:03] Nobody believed that addicts could recover [01:59:51] AA vs NA explained [02:03:01] Iran and global NA growth [02:03:19] Recommended resources [02:06:13] Wrap-up and closing GUEST LINKS Chris Budnick (Healing Transitions bio)https://healing-transitions.org/about/leadership/chris-budnick-executive-director/ Healing Transitions (official website)https://healing-transitions.org/ Healing Transitions (mission/about)https://healing-transitions.org/about/ Healing Transitions (services)https://healing-transitions.org/recovery-services/ Boyd Pickard (Preserving the Message bio)https://preservingthemessage.org/about/boyd-pickard/ Preserving the Message (official site)https://preservingthemessage.org/ Healing Transitions (donate page, if you want to include it)https://healing-transitions.org/donate/ FOLLOW NEW WATERS RECOVERYInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_nc⸻WATCH AND LISTENPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

In this episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves and New Waters Recovery CEO Justin McClendon sit down with Ronan O’Loughlin, founder and owner of Peace and Purpose Sober Living in Asheville, North Carolina, for a deeply honest conversation about recovery, humility, fear, and the spiritual foundation of long-term sobriety.Ronan shares his personal journey through addiction, immigration, bartending, and eventual recovery, including his path into opening a sober living rooted firmly in 12-step principles. With candor, humor, and wisdom, he reflects on desperation, ego, fear, and what it truly means to live with peace and purpose.This episode explores:Ronan’s recovery journey and early sobrietyAddiction, desperation, and the gift of not wanting to useBartending, ego, and identity in active addictionWhy Peace and Purpose Sober Living was createdThe role of legacy, loss, and service in recovery workFear as the root of anger and ego-based thinkingInfantile expectations and the bondage of selfWhy 12-step foundations still matterHumility, vocation, and doing recovery work for the right reasonsThis is a grounded, reflective conversation about what sustains recovery over time and why authenticity, humility, and spiritual growth remain at the core of lasting change.YOUTUBE TIMESTAMPS00:00 Welcome to Finding New Waters01:00 Introducing Ronan O’Loughlin02:20 Ronan’s addiction and recovery story04:30 Desperation, heroin detox, and early sobriety06:40 Bartending, ego, and identity09:00 Work, immigration, and addiction11:30 The meaning behind Peace and Purpose13:40 Why sober living and how it began16:20 Legacy, loss, and continuing the mission18:50 Service, humility, and recovery as vocation21:30 Fear as the root of anger24:00 Ego-based fear and infantile expectations26:40 The bondage of self29:00 Faith, fear, and spiritual growth31:00 The enduring role of 12-step recovery33:30 Partnering, community, and closing reflectionsGUEST LINKS – RONAN O’LOUGHLIN / PEACE AND PURPOSE SOBER LIVINGWebsite: https://www.peaceandpurposeavl.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/peaceandpurposeavlFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/peaceandpurposeavlFOLLOW NEW WATERS RECOVERYInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncWATCH AND LISTENPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

In this episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves and New Waters Recovery CEO Justin McClendon sit down with Will Crosswell, therapist, clinical interventionist, and founder of Crosswell Interventions in Austin, Texas, for an honest and wide-ranging conversation about recovery, mental health crises, and the evolving landscape of substance use.Will shares his personal recovery story, his path from residential treatment work to clinical interventions, and why he was drawn back into high-intensity crisis work after years in private practice. Together, the group explores how modern interventions require a trauma-informed, clinical lens, especially as substances like Delta-8, kratom, and other gas-station products drive increasing rates of psychosis and severe mental health instability.This episode explores:Will’s journey into recovery and clinical social workWhat a clinical interventionist is and why it mattersDifferences between substance-use and primary mental health interventionsThe rise of psychosis linked to synthetic and unregulated substancesDelta-8, kratom, kava, and gas-station drugsWhy some people do not fully “come back” after prolonged useFamily systems, healing, and preventing further ruptureFinding joy, music, and freedom in sober livingBuilding a life that no longer requires escapeThis is a powerful conversation about responsibility, honesty, and what it truly means to help families through their darkest moments while protecting long-term recovery.YOUTUBE TIMESTAMPS00:00 Welcome to Finding New Waters01:00 Introducing Will Crosswell02:40 Will’s background and work in mental health and addiction04:30 Will’s recovery story06:30 From treatment centers to clinical interventions08:40 What a clinical interventionist does11:00 Mental health vs substance use interventions13:40 Trauma-informed and family-centered approaches16:00 The rise of psychosis linked to Delta-8 and gas-station drugs18:30 Kratom, kava, and unregulated substances21:00 The danger of normalization and misinformation23:40 Long-term consequences and “not coming back”26:00 Recovery, neutrality, and no longer needing escape29:00 Music, concerts, and sober living32:00 Finding joy and freedom without substances34:30 How to contact Will Crosswell36:00 Final thoughts and closingGUEST LINKS – WILL CROSSWELLWebsite: https://www.crosswellinterventions.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crosswellinterventionsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/crosswell-interventionsPhone: 830-992-5836FOLLOW NEW WATERS RECOVERYInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncWATCH AND LISTENPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

In this episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves and New Waters Recovery CEO Justin McClendon sit down with Kelly Scaggs, CEO of Fellowship Hall in Greensboro, North Carolina, for a powerful conversation about recovery, legacy, and the responsibility of caring for people at their most vulnerable.B. shares his personal recovery story and his own experience as a former guest at Fellowship Hall, reflecting on what it means to walk into treatment for the first time, the fear of staying, and the life-changing impact of choosing to participate.Kelly shares the history of Fellowship Hall, now in its 55th year, including how it became North Carolina’s first licensed residential treatment facility, the collaborative spirit that shaped its founding, and why community, humility, and service remain central to its mission today.This episode explores:What it feels like to enter treatment for the first timeThe power of participation in early recoveryFellowship Hall’s origins and 55-year legacyWhy collaboration, not competition, strengthens the recovery fieldThe importance of family programming in treatmentLeadership rooted in clinical experience and humilityAlumni connection, long-term recovery, and paying it forwardYOUTUBE TIMESTAMPS00:00 Welcome to Finding New Waters01:00 B. Reeves shares his Fellowship Hall recovery story03:40 Fear, resistance, and deciding to stay in treatment05:30 Participation as the turning point in recovery07:40 A spiritual experience and finding hope09:30 The privilege of witnessing recovery firsthand11:00 Fellowship Hall’s 55-year history12:30 North Carolina’s first licensed treatment center14:20 Alumni network and community impact16:00 The collaborative nature of the recovery field18:30 Referring clients to the right program20:20 Kelly Scaggs’ path to becoming CEO22:50 Clinical leadership and healthcare administration25:10 Balancing mission and business in treatment27:00 Recovery principles applied beyond addiction29:00 The importance of family programs31:30 Families healing alongside their loved ones34:00 Lifelong connections formed in treatment36:30 How to find Fellowship Hall38:00 Final thoughts and closingGUEST LINKS – KELLY SCAGGS / FELLOWSHIP HALLWebsite: https://www.fellowshiphall.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshiphallFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/FellowshipHallLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fellowship-hallFOLLOW NEW WATERS RECOVERYInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncWATCH AND LISTENPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

In this episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves and New Waters Recovery CEO Justin McClendon sit down with Dr. Chantelle Thomas, clinical director at Windrose Recovery and The Manor in Wisconsin, for a deep and honest conversation about trauma, addiction, and healing.Dr. Thomas shares her extensive experience working at the intersection of trauma treatment, substance use recovery, and clinical research. She explains why addiction is often rooted in unresolved trauma, why emotional numbness is common in early recovery, and how true healing requires more than just stopping substance use.This episode explores: • Why trauma reprocessing is essential for long-term recovery • Emotional numbness, dissociation, and “thawing out” in sobriety • How ketamine-assisted psychotherapy is used ethically and responsibly • The difference between dissociative dosing and relational therapeutic dosing • Who ketamine therapy is and is not appropriate for • Why relief does not equal recovery • The risks of underground or unsupervised psychedelic use • How moments of clarity show what’s possible, not the finish lineThis is a grounded, thoughtful discussion that emphasizes safety, ethics, continuing care, and long-term recovery over quick fixes.Timestamps00:00 – Welcome to Finding New Waters01:05 – Weather check and introduction with Dr. Chantelle Thomas03:00 – Windrose Recovery and The Manor overview05:00 – Trauma and its connection to addiction07:10 – Emotional numbness and early recovery09:15 – Introduction to ketamine-assisted psychotherapy11:30 – How ketamine supports trauma reprocessing14:10 – Feeling emotions without judgment17:00 – Dissociation, numbness, and reconnecting with the body19:40 – Dosage, safety, and why context matters22:20 – Who ketamine therapy is not appropriate for24:40 – Why ketamine is not a quick fix27:10 – Why six weeks of treatment matters30:10 – Relief vs recovery and false confidence32:30 – “This is what’s possible” and sustaining progress35:00 – Recovery communities and evolving treatment approaches38:20 – Risks of underground psychedelic use42:00 – Protecting the psyche and ethical responsibility45:00 – Where to find Dr. Chantelle Thomas and her work46:30 – Final reflections and closing⸻🔗 Learn More • Windrose Recovery • The Manor • Integra Healing (Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy) • Blind Spots: Exploring What We Cannot See Podcast📱 Follow Us: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecovery • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecovery • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recovery • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_nc⸻▶️ Watch & Listen: • Podcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.com • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5Gjw • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608 • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXw • YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

In this episode of the Finding New Waters Podcast, host B. Reeves is joined by New Waters Recovery CEO Justin McClendon and special guest Jesse McCraw, Director of Business Development at Driftwood Recovery, for one of the most powerful and emotionally honest conversations in the show’s history.Jesse shares his deeply personal story of addiction, incarceration, loss, and accountability following a tragic drunk-driving accident that changed his life forever. He walks listeners through his journey into recovery, finding Alcoholics Anonymous while incarcerated, and how service, structure, and humility became the foundation of a life rebuilt with purpose.This episode explores the mental reality of addiction, the concept of responsibility versus victimhood, and the transformative power of surrender. Jesse also shares how recovery behind prison walls shaped his approach to leadership, connection, and helping others, and how those experiences continue to guide his work at Driftwood Recovery today.This conversation is raw, reflective, and profoundly human. It is an episode about consequences, grace, forgiveness, and what it means to truly change.⸻⏱️ Chapters00:00 Introduction02:30 Meeting Jesse McCraw and Driftwood Recovery05:00 Jesse’s early sobriety and entry into recovery work08:00 Baseball, identity, and addiction12:00 The night that changed everything18:00 Loss, incarceration, and denial23:00 Addiction and the mental obsession27:00 Hitting bottom while incarcerated31:00 Discovering AA in prison36:00 Working the steps behind bars41:00 Release, reintegration, and early recovery45:00 Building a life of service49:00 Working in treatment and finding purpose54:00 Driftwood Recovery’s philosophy and continuum of care58:00 Accountability, humility, and long-term recovery⸻🔑 Key Topics Covered• Addiction and accountability• Recovery in prison• Alcoholics Anonymous and the 12 steps• Loss, grief, and responsibility• Service as a foundation for recovery• Reintegration after incarceration• Building a meaningful life in sobriety⸻🎧 Listen, Share, and SubscribeFollow Finding New WatersInstagram: www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_nc⸻📌 Guest & Resource LinksJesse McCraw – Driftwood Recovery biohttps://driftwoodrecovery.com/our-team/jesse-mccraw Driftwood Recovery – Main Websitehttps://driftwoodrecovery.com/ Jesse McCraw LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-mccraw-5a7114110 Jesse McCraw Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/jesse.mccraw/ Jesse McCraw Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/jesse.mccraw.5/ ⸻🎙️ Watch & ListenWebsite: www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

In this episode of the Finding New Waters Podcast, host B. Reeves is joined by New Waters Recovery CEO Justin McClendon and special guest Colin Harris, founder of Longleaf Recovery & Wellness, for a powerful conversation about recovery, purpose, and building ethical treatment in an underserved state.Colin shares his deeply personal recovery journey, including years of addiction, repeated treatment attempts, and the moment everything changed. He opens up about how lived experience shaped his vision for Longleaf and why Alabama’s lack of quality behavioral health services inspired him to build something different.The conversation dives into the realities of addiction in underserved communities, the importance of outpatient and primary mental health care, and why environment, compassion, and individualized treatment matter. Colin also discusses Longleaf’s rapid expansion across Alabama and an exciting new residential treatment campus currently in development.This episode is honest, hopeful, and grounded in real-world experience, offering insight for professionals, families, and anyone impacted by addiction or mental health challenges.⏱️ Chapters00:00 Introduction01:30 Meeting Colin Harris and shared mission03:00 The need for recovery services in Alabama05:00 Colin’s personal recovery journey09:00 Addiction, treatment, and lived experience12:00 Why Alabama has been underserved15:00 Building Birmingham Recovery Center18:00 Outpatient care and primary mental health22:00 Environment and culture in treatment26:00 Motivation, purpose, and long-term recovery30:00 The Longleaf name and its meaning34:00 Trauma, addiction, and transformation38:00 Meeting people where they are42:00 Residential treatment plans in Alabama47:00 Vision for the future of Longleaf50:00 How to find Longleaf Recovery & Wellness🔑 Key Topics Covered• Recovery in underserved communities• Building ethical treatment programs• Outpatient and primary mental health care• Lived experience in leadership• Trauma and long-term recovery• Family involvement in treatment• Expanding access to care in Alabama🎧 Listen, Share, and SubscribeFollow Finding New WatersInstagram: www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_nc⸻🎙️ Watch & ListenWebsite: www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

In this episode of the Finding New Waters Podcast, host B. Reeves is joined by Michael Gilpin, alongside New Waters Recovery CEO Justin McClendon, for an honest and deeply reflective conversation about trauma, recovery, consulting, and the work that continues long after sobriety begins.Michael shares his journey through addiction, long-term recovery, and the moment he realized that being sober wasn’t enough. He opens up about hitting an emotional breaking point years into recovery, confronting unresolved trauma, and choosing to do the deeper work that ultimately reshaped his life and purpose.This episode dives into the realities of working in the mental health and recovery field, the importance of separating personal recovery from professional roles, and why families often need as much support as the individual struggling. Michael also explains what a treatment consultant actually does, how families get “unstuck,” and why long-term guidance can make all the difference.The conversation also explores trauma-informed care, adolescent and young adult treatment, and Michael’s work with The Guest House at Ocala, a nationally respected trauma and addiction program.This episode is thoughtful, raw, and deeply human, especially for anyone who believes sobriety is the finish line, rather than the beginning.⏱️ Chapters00:00 Introduction02:00 Early days in the recovery field05:00 Work identity vs personal recovery08:00 Helping others without losing yourself12:00 What a treatment consultant really does16:00 Family systems and long-term guidance20:00 Adolescents, young adults, and trauma24:00 When sobriety isn’t enough28:00 Hitting a breaking point years into recovery32:00 Trauma intensives and deeper healing36:00 Responsibility, purpose, and recovery40:00 The role of community and belonging44:00 The Guest House at Ocala explained48:00 Final reflections and connection🔑 Key Topics Covered• Trauma and long-term recovery• When sobriety isn’t the finish line• Treatment consulting explained• Family systems and support• Adolescent and young adult treatment• Professional recovery vs personal recovery• Community, purpose, and responsibility🎧 Listen, Share, and SubscribeFollow Finding New WatersInstagram: www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_nc⸻🎙️ Watch & ListenWebsite: www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

In this episode of the Finding New Waters Podcast, host B. Reeves is joined by Patrick Balsley, founder of Sana Counseling, Sana House, and Sana Recovery Foundation, and Mike Gminski, former Duke and NBA basketball player turned recovery advocate and mentor.Together, they explore what recovery really looks like when it’s built on safety, humility, community, and purpose.Patrick shares how Sana has grown from a small counseling practice into a multi-phase extended care program for men, along with the launch of the Sana Recovery Foundation, a nonprofit created to support families, reduce stigma, and help communities navigate addiction and recovery.Mike opens up about his journey from elite athletics and broadcasting to deep personal loss, addiction, surrender, and long-term sobriety. He shares how recovery reshaped his faith, purpose, and identity, and why transparency and community are essential to healing.This conversation dives deep into surrender, humility, gratitude, family recovery, and why addiction is less about substances and more about the way we relate to life itself.⸻⏱️ Chapters00:00 Introduction02:00 Patrick Balsley’s return and the growth of Sana05:00 Sana Counseling and Sana House explained08:00 Psychodrama, safety, and clinical culture12:00 Sana Recovery Foundation and family support16:00 Mike Gminski’s athletic background (Duke & NBA)19:00 Alcohol, broadcasting, and gradual progression23:00 Loss, grief, and spiraling addiction27:00 Intervention, accountability, and entering treatment31:00 Recovery, faith, and public transparency36:00 Surrender, humility, and healing40:00 Community, safety, and long-term recovery45:00 Gratitude, purpose, and life after addiction49:00 How to connect with Sana⸻🔑 Key Topics Covered• Extended care and long-term recovery• Family healing and community education• Addiction beyond substances• Surrender and humility in recovery• Grief, loss, and relapse risk• Professional athletes and addiction stigma• Faith, gratitude, and purpose⸻🎧 Listen, Share, and SubscribeFollow Finding New WatersInstagram: www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_nc⸻🎙️ Watch & ListenWebsite: www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

In this episode of the Finding New Waters Podcast, host B. Reeves sits down with Kevin Bandy, co-founder of Voyage Recovery, for a powerful conversation about getting sober young, punk rock culture, family healing, and what real recovery actually looks like.Kevin shares his journey through early addiction, treatment as a teenager, Big Book studies, and finding sober community through straight-edge punk culture. Together, they explore why sobriety can be a radical act, how community saves lives, and why families must heal alongside their loved ones.This episode also dives deep into Voyage Recovery’s unique model, blending outdoor experiential therapy, honest clinical work, and intensive family involvement to help young men reconnect with life, purpose, and their families.Whether you’re in recovery, supporting a loved one, or simply curious about what meaningful healing looks like, this episode offers raw insight, hope, and perspective.⏱️ Chapters00:00 Introduction03:00 Getting sober young and early treatment06:00 Discovering Big Book studies09:00 Realizing addiction was driving every decision12:00 Punk rock, straight edge, and sober community15:00 Giving back through adolescent treatment18:00 Founding Voyage Recovery21:00 Outdoor experiential therapy25:00 Why family work is essential29:00 Radical access and transparency for parents33:00 Helping families heal together37:00 What long-term recovery really looks like41:00 How to find Voyage Recovery🔑 Key Topics Covered• Getting sober at a young age• Punk rock and straight-edge sobriety• Addiction as a power greater than self• Outdoor therapy and experiential recovery• Family healing and accountability• Building community in recovery🎧 Listen, Share, and SubscribeFollow Finding New WatersInstagram: www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_nc⸻🎙️ Watch & ListenWebsite: www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

In this powerful and deeply honest episode of Finding New Waters Podcast, host B. Reeves sits down with Chico West for a wide-ranging conversation about sobriety, faith, surrender, and what it truly means to do the work.With 36 years of sobriety, Chico shares his journey from early addiction, arrests, and spiritual emptiness to long-term recovery, counseling, and helping others step into what he calls the messy middle. Together, B and Chico explore how growth often happens not on the mountaintops, but in the valleys, and how peace comes from surrender rather than control.This episode blends recovery wisdom, biblical reflection, personal storytelling, and practical insight for anyone seeking a deeper, more grounded life, whether sober, sober-curious, or simply searching.⸻⏱️ Episode Timestamps00:00 – Welcome and introduction to Chico West02:00 – Finding joy in sobriety and living clean and sober05:00 – “Struggling in the right direction” and life’s worst hands08:30 – Peaks, valleys, and emotional balance in recovery12:00 – What Chico does today: counseling, coaching, and consulting14:30 – Getting sober at 21 and early addiction history20:00 – Doing the work beyond alcohol and addiction24:00 – Faith, brokenness, and true surrender30:00 – Me vs. we: getting out of self35:00 – Building cases in our heads and emotional sobriety41:00 – Returning to faith and a life-changing moment48:00 – Surrendering to win54:00 – How to find Chico West and final reflections⸻🔑 Key Takeaways• Recovery is about more than abstinence; it’s about transformation• Peace comes from surrender, not control• Growth happens in the messy middle, not just success• Faith and recovery can reinforce each other• Long-term sobriety requires daily maintenance and honesty⸻👤 About the Guest: Chico WestChico West is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over three decades of sobriety. He works in private practice, executive consulting, and coaching, and co-hosts the Filter Optional podcast with his wife. Chico specializes in helping people step into emotional honesty, spiritual growth, and long-term healing.📞 Contact: 214-384-7459🎧 Podcast: Filter Optional🎧 Listen, Share, and SubscribeFollow Finding New WatersInstagram: www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_nc⸻Watch & ListenWebsite: www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

Exploring the Path to Recovery with Momentum Recovery's Rick Barney | Finding New WatersIn this episode of Finding New Waters, host B Reeves, Director of Business Development at New Waters Recovery in Raleigh, converses with Justin McClendon, CEO, and special guest Rick Barney, co-founder and co-owner of Momentum Recovery in Wilmington. Rick, a devoted recovery advocate, shares his personal journey and the genesis of Momentum Recovery while discussing the value of long-term treatment and the essence of community in recovery. Throughout the discussion, they delve into topics such as the importance of continuity of care, family support, and the innovative approaches at Momentum Recovery that help individuals navigate life post-addiction. Tune in to learn more about the impactful work being done at Momentum Recovery and how it’s transforming lives.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:38 Rick's Flight School Adventure01:07 Life in Recovery: Embracing New Passions02:16 Challenges and Misconceptions in Recovery03:36 The Importance of Community and Support09:33 Romantic Relationships in Recovery19:06 Rick's Personal Recovery Journey23:13 Momentum Recovery: A New Approach31:09 Conclusion and Contact InformationFollow Finding New WatersInstagram: www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_nc⸻Watch & ListenWebsite: www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

In this powerful episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves and Justin McClendon sit down with Thatcher Shively, a clinical interventionist, recovery coach, and Director of Admissions at Feinberg Consulting, a nationally recognized concierge case-management and intervention firm.Thatcher shares openly about being a high-achieving kid whose emotional world collapsed in college. What started as a slow unraveling turned into full-scale addiction, isolation, and a crisis that forced him to confront the truth he’d been running from: his identity was built entirely on performance, perfectionism, and trying to stay “one step ahead” of his own pain.After entering treatment, Thatcher discovered something he never expected — the freedom of letting go. Today, years into recovery, he helps families navigate crisis, rebuild trust, and chart a path toward stability, structure, and long-term healing.This episode is rich with insight about masculinity, pressure, burnout, shame, parenting, and what happens when the life you built finally caves in. It’s a conversation that will resonate deeply with anyone who has struggled with identity, expectations, or feeling like they’re never enough.Learn more about Feinberg Consulting: www.feinbergconsulting.com⸻Timestamps00:00 – Welcome and introduction to Thatcher Shively02:00 – Thatcher’s childhood as a high achiever04:00 – When perfectionism becomes a coping mechanism06:30 – The first cracks showing during college08:30 – Emotional collapse and the spiral into addiction11:30 – Losing control and living in survival mode15:00 – Hitting the breaking point and accepting help18:00 – What treatment revealed about identity and self-worth21:00 – Why high performers struggle to admit they’re struggling24:30 – The role of shame in addiction and burnout27:00 – Rebuilding structure, trust, and emotional safety30:00 – Helping families navigate crisis at Feinberg Consulting33:00 – Masculinity, pressure, and unrealistic expectations37:00 – How to support a loved one without enabling40:00 – The importance of community and ongoing recovery43:00 – Where to find Thatcher and Feinberg Consulting⸻Powerful Quote“I built my identity on performance. Recovery forced me to build it on truth.” – Thatcher Shively⸻Guest BioThatcher ShivelyDirector of Admissions, Feinberg ConsultingThatcher Shively is a clinical interventionist, recovery coach, and the Director of Admissions at Feinberg Consulting, a national case-management and intervention firm helping families navigate mental health, addiction, and complex behavioral crises. Drawing from his own lived experience and professional training, Thatcher specializes in guiding families through chaos toward clarity, structure, and long-term stability. His work focuses on restoring trust, creating safety, and helping individuals reconnect with a healthier sense of identity and purpose.Website: www.feinbergconsulting.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/feinberg-consulting⸻Resources Mentioned• Feinberg Consulting – www.feinbergconsulting.com• Recovery Coaching and Case Management• Family Systems and Crisis Support• Emotional Regulation and Identity Work⸻Follow Finding New WatersInstagram: www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_nc⸻Watch & ListenWebsite: www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#ThatcherShively #FeinbergConsulting #AddictionRecovery #HighAchieversAndBurnout #IdentityAndRecovery #FindingNewWaters #MentalHealthJourney #RecoveryCoaching #FamilyHealing

In this heartfelt episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves and Justin McClendon sit down with Elizabeth Fikes, co-founder of Stonewater Adolescent Recovery Center in Oxford, Mississippi.Elizabeth shares her family’s deeply personal story — watching her younger brother, Brian, struggle with addiction as a teenager, the shock of realizing how serious it had become, and the heartbreak of sending him to treatment. What started as the worst day of their lives became the beginning of a new purpose. Today, Brian is more than 20 years sober, and together, the Fikes family built Stonewater: a nationally recognized residential treatment center helping adolescent boys heal through a holistic, family-based approach.Elizabeth explains the unique challenges of adolescent recovery, the importance of family involvement, and how Stonewater’s blend of clinical care, academics, structure, and purpose helps boys rebuild confidence and self-worth. She also discusses the upcoming Stonewater Summit Program, designed as a transitional space for graduates to continue growing before returning home.Learn more about Stonewater: www.stonewaterrecovery.comTimestamps00:00 – Welcome & introduction to Elizabeth Fikes03:00 – The origins of Stonewater and Brian’s story05:00 – Sending her brother to treatment: “The worst day of my life”07:00 – Why family healing became the foundation of Stonewater09:00 – What it was like to be the sibling during addiction12:00 – How fathers and mothers process addiction differently15:00 – Building confidence and purpose through structure and dress code18:00 – Teaching accountability and handling discomfort20:00 – Why adolescent treatment is different from adult recovery23:00 – The role of academics and emotional safety26:00 – Debunking the myth that a child must “want help”28:00 – The trauma siblings experience and how to heal it32:00 – Family groups and peer mentorship34:00 – The Stonewater Summit Program37:00 – How to reach Stonewater RecoveryPowerful Quote“The worst day of my life was the day my brother went to treatment. But it also became the best — because it saved his life and changed all of ours.” – Elizabeth FikesGuest BioElizabeth FikesCo-Founder, Stonewater Adolescent Recovery CenterElizabeth Fikes is the co-founder of Stonewater Adolescent Recovery Center, a residential treatment program for boys ages 12–18 in Oxford, Mississippi. Inspired by her family’s experience helping her brother overcome addiction, Elizabeth and her brother Brian founded Stonewater to provide a comprehensive, family-centered approach to adolescent recovery.Stonewater integrates evidence-based clinical care, academics, trauma-informed therapy, and spiritual development to help young men rebuild their lives. Under Elizabeth’s leadership, Stonewater continues to expand with new initiatives like the Stonewater Summit Program, supporting families through every stage of the recovery journey.Website: www.stonewaterrecovery.comResources Mentioned• Stonewater Adolescent Recovery Center – www.stonewaterrecovery.com• Stonewater Summit Program• Family Systems in Adolescent Treatment• Wellbriety Movement – www.whitebison.orgFollow Finding New WatersInstagram: www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncListen & WatchWebsite: www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#ElizabethFikes #StonewaterRecovery #AdolescentRecovery #FamilyHealing #AddictionRecovery #FindingNewWaters #TeenSobriety #FamilySystems #Wellbriety #RecoveryJourney

In this powerful episode of Finding New Waters, hosts B. Reeves and Justin McClendon sit down with Jeff Georgi, one of the most respected voices in addiction treatment and co-author of Beyond Shame: Healing the Pain Beneath the Surface of Addiction.With over 40 years of clinical experience, including serving as the former Clinical Director of the Duke Addictions Program, Jeff shares his deep understanding of the emotional and spiritual roots of addiction — particularly the role shame plays in keeping people trapped. He opens up about his own journey into recovery, the programs he and his wife Becky have built to help families heal, and how their approach to modified interpersonal group psychotherapy helps patients find hope beyond their pain.Jeff discusses the origins of Bluefield, a program he and Becky developed for college students returning to school after treatment, and the incredible success stories that came from it. He also reflects on the closure of Duke’s addiction program, what it says about the stigma that still surrounds substance use, and why true recovery must address the biological, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of addiction.This is a deeply thoughtful, emotional, and inspiring conversation about healing, purpose, and rediscovering the power of hope.⸻Timestamps00:00 – Welcome and introduction01:00 – The origins of Bluefield and helping college students in recovery05:00 – Stories of hope: Bluefield’s first student success07:00 – What inspired the book Beyond Shame09:00 – Training clinicians across South Carolina12:00 – Jeff’s 40-year career in addiction medicine13:00 – Getting started in recovery work after personal sobriety15:00 – Founding the Duke Addictions Program17:00 – How stigma still shapes addiction treatment today20:00 – The myth of “choice” in addiction22:00 – Understanding the biology of addiction24:00 – How trauma and shame fuel substance use30:00 – Breaking the cycle: how families get caught in shame too33:00 – Jeff and Becky’s therapeutic approach to healing families36:00 – Why hope is stronger than shame39:00 – The spiritual side of recovery40:00 – How to contact Jeff and Becky GeorgiGuest BioJeff Georgi, M.Div., MAH, LCMHC, LCAS, CCS, CGPAuthor, Clinician, and EducatorWith more than 40 years in the field of addiction and mental health, Jeff Georgi has helped thousands of individuals and families find healing. He is the former Clinical Director of the Duke Addictions Program and has served in multiple departments at Duke University Medical Center, including Surgery, Obstetrics, and Psychiatry.Alongside his wife Becky, Jeff runs Georgi Educational and Counseling Services, where they offer therapy, training, and consultation to clinicians and families. His latest book, Beyond Shame, provides a framework for understanding addiction as a biopsychosocial-spiritual disease and helps clinicians and families address the pain beneath addictive behavior.Website: www.georgieducationalandcounseling.comBook: Beyond Shame: Healing the Pain Beneath the Surface of AddictionResources Mentioned• Beyond Shame – available on Amazon• Bluefield Program (for college students in recovery)• Modified Interpersonal Group Psychotherapy• Duke University Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences• Georgi Educational and Counseling Services – www.georgieducationalandcounseling.comFollow Finding New WatersInstagram: www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncListen & WatchWebsite: www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

In this episode of Finding New Waters, hosts B. Reeves and Justin McClendon sit down with Dan Gilmer, Director of Clinical Outreach for TNR Recovery Group, which operates programs including Cypress Lake Recovery and Origins in Texas.Dan shares his powerful story of getting sober at just 20 years old after years of addiction that began when he was 13. He opens up about discovering Oxycontin as a teenager, chasing that first feeling for years, and finally finding peace through treatment, faith, and service.From relapsing to rebuilding, Dan’s honesty and humility shine through as he reflects on what it means to truly trust God, maintain a daily reprieve, and find joy in helping others. He also shares how his journey led him to a meaningful career in recovery outreach and how accountability, family, and faith continue to shape his life today.Learn more about Dan’s work and TNR Recovery Group: www.tnrrecoverygroup.comTimestamps00:00 – Welcome & introduction to Dan Gilmer01:00 – Dan’s role at TNR Recovery Group03:00 – Discovering Oxycontin at age 1305:00 – Getting sober at 20 after multiple treatment attempts06:00 – Starting sober living homes in Baton Rouge08:00 – What it’s like to get sober young in Louisiana10:00 – Learning to trust God and rely on faith13:00 – The difference between believing in God and trusting God15:00 – Learning when to “end the day and go to sleep”17:00 – Daily reprieve and spiritual maintenance20:00 – Life in early sobriety and the power of community23:00 – Family, honesty, and doing a fearless inventory25:00 – Marriage, fatherhood, and trusting God’s plan28:00 – The gift of helping others in recovery31:00 – The power of accountability and service34:00 – Overview of TNR Recovery Group programs37:00 – What is the Wellbriety track?39:00 – How to connect with TNR Recovery and Dan GilmerPowerful Quote“The best things in my life are the ones I never planned. God’s plan is always better than mine.” – Dan GilmerGuest BioDan GilmerDirector of Clinical Outreach, TNR Recovery GroupBased in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Dan Gilmer serves as the Director of Clinical Outreach for TNR Recovery Group’s Texas programs, including Cypress Lake Recovery and Origins. He oversees outreach, alumni, and aftercare operations, connecting individuals with life-changing recovery services.Having found sobriety at 20, Dan uses his personal experience to inspire others—especially young people struggling with addiction—to seek help and find purpose through recovery. A husband, father, and devoted member of his recovery community, Dan believes in living a life rooted in faith, service, and accountability.Website: www.tnrrecoverygroup.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dan-gilmerResources Mentioned• TNR Recovery Group – www.tnrrecoverygroup.com• Cypress Lake Recovery – www.cypresslakerecovery.com• Origins Behavioral HealthCare – www.originsrecovery.com• Sabino Recovery – www.sabinorecovery.com• Wellbriety Movement – www.whitebison.orgFollow Finding New WatersInstagram: www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncListen & WatchWebsite: www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#DanGilmer #TNRRecoveryGroup #CypressLakeRecovery #AddictionRecovery #SobrietyJourney #FindingNewWaters #FaithInRecovery #YoungSobriety #Wellbriety #RecoveryCommunity

In this deeply emotional and inspiring episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves and Justin McClendon sit down with Jennifer Levi, founder of the Live Like Braun Foundation, to share the story of unimaginable loss, love, and legacy.Jennifer opens up about losing her 18-year-old son, Braun, to a drunk driver — just months after their family lost their home in the California wildfires. Rather than let grief consume her, she and her family chose action. The Live Like Braun Foundation was born to honor Braun’s life — one defined by kindness, compassion, inclusivity, and a magnetic spirit that inspired everyone he met.Jennifer discusses her mission to raise awareness about DUI reform, launch scholarships for students pursuing higher education or trade programs, and spread Braun’s message of living boldly and leading with love. She also shares her advocacy work with MADD and efforts to implement AI-powered car technology that could prevent impaired driving.This episode is both heartbreaking and hopeful — a reminder that even in the darkest moments, one person’s story can spark a nationwide movement for change.Learn more and support: www.livelikebraunfoundation.orgFollow on Instagram: www.instagram.com/livelikebraunfoundationTimestamps00:00 – Welcome & introduction to Jennifer Levi01:30 – The California wildfires and family displacement03:00 – Losing Braun to a drunk driver05:00 – Choosing action over isolation06:30 – “The worst day of my life became my life’s work”08:00 – How the Live Like Braun Foundation began10:00 – Scholarships, awareness, and impact12:00 – The problem with lenient DUI laws in California15:00 – AI and technology to prevent drunk driving18:00 – Education and defensive awareness for teens21:00 – Partnering with MADD and law enforcement23:00 – How Live Like Braun is inspiring kids nationwide25:00 – Scholarships for trade schools and college students27:00 – Healing through service and purpose30:00 – Where to follow and get involvedPowerful Quote“The worst day of my life has now become my life’s work.” – Jennifer LeviGuest BioJennifer LeviFounder, Live Like Braun FoundationJennifer Levi is the founder of the Live Like Braun Foundation, an organization created to honor her late son, Braun, who was tragically killed by a drunk driver at 18 years old. The foundation promotes kindness, inclusivity, and courage — values Braun embodied — while also raising awareness around impaired driving and providing scholarships for students pursuing higher education, trade, or vocational programs.Jennifer’s advocacy includes working with MADD and state leaders to strengthen DUI laws, introduce AI-powered prevention technology in vehicles, and provide educational programs in high schools. Through her work, she continues to turn unimaginable pain into a movement of hope and purpose.Website: www.livelikebraunfoundation.orgInstagram: www.instagram.com/livelikebraunfoundationResources Mentioned• Live Like Braun Foundation – www.livelikebraunfoundation.org• MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) – www.madd.org• HALT Act & AI Vehicle Technology• “Defensive Living” Education Programs for TeensFollow Finding New WatersInstagram: www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncListen & WatchWebsite: www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#JenniferLevi #LiveLikeBraun #DUIAwareness #AddictionRecovery #FindingNewWaters #GriefToPurpose #ScholarshipFoundation #ImpairedDrivingPrevention #BraunLeviLegacy #MADD

In this powerful episode, B. Reeves and Justin McClendon sit down with Brian Hughes, Regional Resource Director at Caron Treatment Centers. Brian shares his jaw-dropping story—rising through the beer industry at Sam Adams, spiraling into addiction, landing in federal prison, and ultimately finding purpose through recovery.Today, Brian helps others find their way out of the darkness. He walks us through Caron’s legacy, his work across the Northeast and Southeast, and how addiction doesn’t discriminate—whether you’re homeless or a CEO. This is a raw, redemptive conversation about second chances, humility, and the power of recovery.Follow Caron & Contact Brian HughesWebsite: https://www.caron.orgEmail: [email protected] Finding New Waters & New Waters RecoveryInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mnTimestamps00:00 – Meet Brian Hughes from Caron Treatment Centers01:15 – Caron’s legacy and history in addiction treatment03:00 – Brian’s background: Sam Adams, alcohol industry, and addiction05:00 – His rock bottom: FBI arrest and federal prison07:00 – First nudge from a judge: 40 days in prison08:30 – Starting an AA group while incarcerated09:30 – Why humility was the key to getting free11:30 – Re-entering the world and recovery work post-prison13:00 – Landing his first recovery job—while pleading guilty14:00 – Why his record is now his greatest asset16:30 – Sitting with people in crisis and offering hope18:00 – Getting hired by Caron and learning from leaders19:30 – Why lived experience matters in this field21:00 – The importance of dignity and respect in recovery23:00 – What Brian’s job looks like today: family navigation & advocacy25:00 – How collaboration beats competition in addiction treatment26:30 – Overview of Caron’s programs and campuses28:30 – Signature programs: Grandview, Monarch, and Ocean Drive30:00 – Caron’s neurocognitive treatment approach31:00 – Admitting younger clients (as young as 17)32:00 – Final thoughts on humility, service, and second chances33:00 – How to connect with Brian and learn more about CaronHashtags#BrianHughes #CaronTreatmentCenters #AddictionRecovery#FindingNewWatersPodcast #RecoveryStory #SecondChances#FromPrisonToPurpose #NeurocognitiveTherapy #SubstanceUseHelp#ReentrySupport #SoberLeadership #MentalHealthAwareness#AlcoholRecovery #12StepRecovery #RedemptionThroughService

In this episode, B. Reeves and Justin McClendon sit down with Drew Horowitz, founder of Drew Horowitz & Associates, to break down what interventions are—and what they aren’t. Drew shares his personal story of recovery, his own intervention in NYC, and how that experience led him to a career helping families navigate addiction, mental health, and crisis with professionalism and heart.They explore the misconceptions around interventions, the role of sober transport and companions, and how families can better understand the emotional and financial costs of untreated addiction. Whether you’re a loved one trying to help someone take the first step or a professional in the field, this episode is a must-listen.Follow Drew Horowitz & AssociatesWebsite: https://www.drewhorwitzassociates.comFollow Finding New Waters & New Waters RecoveryInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mnTimestamps00:00 – Intro: Meet Drew Horowitz01:00 – What Drew Horowitz & Associates does03:00 – Drew’s personal intervention story and path to recovery05:30 – What a compassionate intervention really looks like07:00 – Misconceptions from pop culture and TV09:30 – The four models of intervention12:00 – Common barriers to treatment (work, fear, control)15:00 – The difference between persuasion and empowerment17:00 – Why shame never works19:00 – The manipulative patterns of addiction21:00 – Why families get stuck in the same cycle23:00 – Navigating overwhelming treatment options25:00 – Talking finances: reality vs emotional cost27:00 – Sober transport: getting people safely to care28:30 – Companion services explained32:00 – Smoothing the landing post-treatment35:00 – What recovery actually costs when left untreated37:00 – Additional consulting services39:00 – Why their team stays focused on what they do best40:00 – How to find and contact Drew Horowitz & AssociatesHashtags#DrewHorowitz #InterventionSupport #AddictionRecovery#FindingNewWatersPodcast #SoberTransport #SoberCompanion#FamilyRecovery #MentalHealthIntervention #RecoverySupport#SubstanceUseHelp #CrisisIntervention #TreatmentNavigation#NewWatersRecovery #AddictionResources #CompassionateCare

In this powerful episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves and Justin McClendon sit down with Carl Radke, entrepreneur, reality TV star from Bravo’s Summer House, and founder of Soft Bar, a new alcohol-free café and social space in Brooklyn.Carl opens up about his public battle with addiction, the tragic loss of his brother to overdose, and how hitting rock bottom led him to embrace sobriety in 2021. He reflects on his time in the alcohol industry, the challenges of getting sober in the spotlight, and how a community of support helped him rebuild his life.Now nearly five years sober, Carl shares how Soft Bar is redefining what it means to socialize without alcohol — offering premium non-alcoholic cocktails, coffee, and a welcoming space for everyone, whether sober, sober-curious, or just looking for balance.This episode dives deep into recovery, resilience, and Carl’s mission to break stigma and create connection.🌐 Learn more: https://radkeboys.com📍 Visit Soft Bar: Brooklyn, NY00:00 – Welcome & introduction to Carl Radke01:05 – Launching Soft Bar in Brooklyn04:15 – From Bravo to the alcohol industry06:30 – Losing his brother & hitting rock bottom09:45 – Getting sober in the public eye11:20 – Why Soft Bar is about more than recovery14:30 – Not feeling seen when choosing not to drink17:00 – Wearing sobriety on his sleeve19:00 – Building a team and a healthier culture22:30 – Creating connection & community through Soft Bar25:30 – Sobriety in New York City & thriving in meetings29:00 – Experiencing the city sober for the first time31:30 – Morning routines, running, and meditation36:00 – The Radke Boys website & resources42:00 – Impacting others through honesty and visibility46:00 – One day at a time: future plans for Soft BarCarl RadkeEntrepreneur | Reality TV Star | Founder of Soft BarCarl Radke is best known as a cast member on Bravo’s Summer House. After years of working in the alcohol industry and struggling with substance use, Carl embraced sobriety in 2021 following the loss of his brother to overdose. Nearly five years sober, he is now the founder of Soft Bar, a sober-friendly café and bar in Brooklyn that offers premium non-alcoholic cocktails and coffee. Carl also runs RadkeBoys.com, a resource hub created in honor of his brother to support those struggling with addiction.Soft Bar (Brooklyn, NY)RadkeBoys.com – Resources and supportRelease Recovery – Zach Clark’s nonprofitSummer House (Bravo TV)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#CarlRadke #SoftBar #AddictionRecovery #SobrietyJourney #FindingNewWaters #SummerHouse #AlcoholFreeLiving #RecoveryCommunity #NonAlcoholicCocktails

In this episode, B. Reeves and Justin McClendon sit down with Cini Shaw, Director at The Lighthouse in New Canaan, Connecticut. Cini shares her personal recovery journey and how it led her to help create one of the nation’s most respected recovery residences for executives, professionals, and families.From flexible, concierge-style sober living to coaching and family support, Cini explains how The Lighthouse provides an elevated, individualized path to long-term recovery. She also speaks candidly about the stigma women face when seeking help and why compassionate care is critical to lasting change.Whether you’re looking to understand sober living options, improve family support, or hear an inspiring recovery story, this episode is packed with insight, heart, and hope.Follow The Lighthouse & Cini ShawWebsite: https://www.thelighthousect.comEmail: [email protected] Laird Interview: Available on past episodes of Finding New WatersFollow Finding New Waters & New Waters RecoveryInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mnTimestamps00:00 – Welcome Cini Shaw from The Lighthouse01:05 – What is The Lighthouse recovery residence?03:00 – Expanding services: Coaching, sober apartments, and intensives05:25 – Balancing recovery with real life (work, travel, family)09:00 – Cini’s personal story of alcoholism, detox, and early recovery11:00 – The power of one act of kindness: her first meeting14:00 – Why it’s harder for women to ask for help18:00 – The myth of perfection and mommy wine culture20:30 – Helping women reintegrate with family while in care22:00 – Career transitions and building a life that lights you up24:00 – What is a recovery coach and how are they different from therapists or sponsors?27:00 – Real-life support: dating, airports, football games, and more29:00 – Why matching clients with the right coach matters31:00 – Family coaching and the Invitation to Change model34:00 – Healing the whole family: The Healing Forest metaphor36:00 – The meaning of “Wellbriety” and growing wellness37:30 – Fun, connection, and living a full life in recovery38:30 – How to get in touch with Cini and visit The LighthouseHashtags#CiniShaw #TheLighthouseCT #FindingNewWatersPodcast#WomenInRecovery #SoberLiving #RecoveryCoaching#ExecutiveRecovery #Wellbriety #AlcoholRecovery#FamilySupport #HealingForest #AddictionRecovery#MindfulLiving #SoberTransformation #MentalHealthAwareness

In this episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves and Justin McClendon sit down with Amber Hollingsworth, therapist, addiction recovery coach, and creator of the popular YouTube channel Put the Shovel Down.Amber shares her journey of becoming an addiction counselor “by accident,” how she built one of the first teen outpatient programs in her area, and the lessons she’s learned after 20 years working with families and individuals facing addiction. She explains her unique family lawyering model, why loved ones often get stuck playing the “villain” role, and how her method of “invisible interventions” helps families move someone from denial to change without ultimatums or blowups.From her candid reflections on marijuana addiction and cannabis-induced psychosis, to her strategies for family involvement, Amber brings practical wisdom, compassion, and humor to the complex challenges of recovery.📍 Learn more about Amber:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PutTheShovelDownWebsite: https://www.hopeforfamiliesrecoverycenter.com00:00 – Welcome & introduction to Amber Hollingsworth02:00 – How Amber accidentally became an addiction counselor05:00 – Building one of the first teen outpatient programs08:00 – Why relationships matter more than clinical techniques10:00 – The family lawyering model explained13:00 – How families unknowingly sabotage recovery efforts16:00 – Invisible interventions and building “credit” with loved ones20:00 – Content creation and Put the Shovel Down on YouTube24:00 – Trends in addiction: alcohol, opioids, and marijuana27:00 – Why cannabis addiction is often the hardest to treat30:00 – Cannabis-induced psychosis and its impact on teens and families33:00 – Why marijuana can cause aggression in adolescents36:00 – Final thoughts & how to connect with Amber“The formula for change is simple: natural consequences plus empathy equals movement. Families just need to stop playing the villain.” – Amber HollingsworthAmber HollingsworthTherapist | Recovery Coach | Creator, Put the Shovel DownAmber Hollingsworth has worked in addiction treatment for over 20 years, helping families and individuals break free from denial and build lasting recovery. Known for her innovative family lawyering model and her popular YouTube channel Put the Shovel Down, Amber equips families with practical strategies to support recovery without confrontation. She specializes in working with families affected by substance use, offering coaching, educational content, and compassionate guidance rooted in experience and connection.🌐 Hope for Families Recovery Center📺 Put the Shovel Down on YouTubePut the Shovel Down YouTube ChannelHope for Families Recovery CenterCircle of Security Parenting: https://circleofsecurityinternational.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#AmberHollingsworth #PutTheShovelDown #FamilyRecovery #AddictionRecovery #FindingNewWaters #InvisibleIntervention #CannabisAddiction #MarijuanaPsychosis #RecoveryPodcast

In this moving episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves and Justin McClendon sit down with Gregg Champion—entrepreneur, recovery advocate, and co-founder of Startup Recovery—to talk about his 30-year journey in sobriety and the devastating California wildfires that destroyed his home, schools, and 70% of his business in a single day.Gregg shares how recovery equipped him to respond with clarity, prioritize family and clients, and rally his community during an unthinkable disaster. He opens up about the creation of Startup Recovery, his belief that we should “shift addiction to passion,” and why he rejects the idea of “get well jobs” in favor of pursuing purpose from the start.From Hollywood to entrepreneurship to building sober living communities, Gregg’s story is one of resilience, innovation, and faith in humanity—restored in the aftermath of tragedy.📍 Learn more about Startup Recovery:Website: https://www.startuprecovery.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/greggchampionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greggchampion00:00 – Welcome & introduction to Gregg Champion02:00 – The story behind Gregg’s “Live Like Braun” hat05:00 – Discovering his “it factor” and the second definition of Champion07:00 – Sobriety, entrepreneurship, and founding Startup Recovery10:00 – Rejecting the “get well job” and choosing passion13:00 – The January 7th fires: losing his home, business, and schools17:00 – Keeping kids together to reduce trauma20:00 – Rebuilding Startup Recovery in Santa Monica23:00 – Addiction, divorce, and the fallout after disaster27:00 – Faith restored: strangers’ generosity after the fire30:00 – Gratitude, perspective, and resilience in real time35:00 – Startup 2.0 and what’s next40:00 – How to connect with Gregg ChampionGregg ChampionCo-Founder, Startup Recovery | Recovery Advocate | EntrepreneurGregg Champion has been sober for 30 years and is the co-founder of Startup Recovery, a unique program in Southern California combining mentorship, entrepreneurship, and clinical treatment. With a background in film, branding, and teaching entrepreneurship at USC, Gregg integrates his passion for innovation with his commitment to recovery. His mission is to help people “shift addiction to passion” and live with purpose.🌐 Startup RecoveryStartup Recovery: https://www.startuprecovery.comStartup Wellness: https://www.startupwellness.comStartup Apartments: https://www.startupapartments.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#GreggChampion #StartupRecovery #Resilience #AddictionRecovery #FindingNewWaters #RecoveryJourney #SoberEntrepreneur #Sobriety30Years #ShiftAddictionToPassion #RecoveryCommunity

In this episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves and Justin McClendon sit down with John Lieberman, CEO of Visions Teen Treatment Centers in California, a premier program for adolescents struggling with substance use and mental health.John shares his remarkable journey of getting sober at just 17 years old in 1985, entering treatment twice as a teenager, and finding hope that recovery could actually be fun. Now celebrating nearly 40 years in recovery and four decades working in the field, John reflects on how his early experiences shaped his lifelong dedication to adolescent treatment.He discusses his path from floor tech to national outreach director, the founding of Visions, and why he believes in meeting teens with honesty, authenticity, and family support. John also sounds the alarm about today’s challenges—social media, misdiagnosed mental health, and the dangers of THC and psychedelics for vulnerable youth.This conversation is raw, inspiring, and full of wisdom from someone who has dedicated his life to helping young people and families find healing.📍 Learn more about Visions: https://visionsteen.co00:00 – Welcome & introduction to John Lieberman02:00 – Getting sober at 17 in Pasadena, CA06:00 – Finding hope that recovery could be fun10:00 – Lessons from early treatment experiences15:00 – From floor tech to 40 years in adolescent treatment20:00 – Why authenticity matters in youth recovery24:00 – Visions Teen: dual diagnosis & family-focused programming29:00 – Why all-gender treatment environments matter33:00 – The rise of anxiety, OCD, and autism spectrum diagnoses38:00 – Social media’s devastating impact on kids44:00 – THC, psychedelics, and the reality of psychosis in teens50:00 – Why parents must get involved in recovery54:00 – A message of hope for familiesJohn LiebermanCEO, Visions Teen Treatment CentersJohn Lieberman has been working in the field of addiction and adolescent mental health for nearly 40 years. After getting sober at 17, John began his career as a floor tech and went on to become a leader, educator, and advocate in adolescent treatment. Today, he serves as CEO of Visions Teen Treatment Centers in California, widely regarded as the gold standard in adolescent care. John is passionate about authentic connection, family involvement, and raising awareness about the unique challenges facing today’s youth.🌐 Visions Teen TreatmentVisions Teen Treatment: https://visionsteen.com“The Anxious Generation” by Jonathan HaidtCircle of Security Parenting: https://circleofsecurityinternational.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#JohnLieberman #VisionsTeen #AdolescentRecovery #AddictionRecovery #FindingNewWaters #TeenMentalHealth #SubstanceAbuseTreatment #SobrietyAt17 #RecoveryCommunity #YouthRecovery

In this heartfelt episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves and Justin McClendon sit down with Tom Farley—speaker, author, recovery advocate, and brother of the late comedian Chris Farley.Tom opens up about his personal journey through addiction and recovery, the impact of his brother’s very public death, and how writing The Chris Farley Show helped him heal and see Chris in a new light. He reflects on growing up in Wisconsin, navigating sobriety after years of false starts, and finding purpose in working with teens, treatment centers, and now with Recovery.com.From stories of Wall Street and New York nightlife to insights on authenticity, grief, and fun in recovery, Tom’s story is equal parts cautionary and inspiring. He also shares the exciting news of an upcoming film adaptation of The Chris Farley Show—and why he hopes it will become a tool for the recovery community.📍 Learn more about Tom’s work: https://www.recovery.com📕 Book: The Chris Farley Show00:00 – Welcome & introduction to Tom Farley01:00 – Tom’s work with Recovery.com and Recovery Cast03:00 – How Chris Farley’s story first brought Tom into recovery work05:00 – Sobriety “attempts” vs. true recovery07:00 – The meeting that changed everything10:00 – Writing The Chris Farley Show and seeing Chris differently13:00 – The “mascot” persona and searching for authenticity16:00 – Growing up, prep school, and Georgetown years19:00 – Life in New York finance & Chris’s rise at SNL22:00 – News about The Chris Farley Show movie adaptation26:00 – Recovery.com’s mission & patient-first approach30:00 – Building healthy workplace culture rooted in gratitude34:00 – Belonging, connection, and living as one whole person38:00 – Lessons from recovery: action before results41:00 – Why fun in recovery is not only possible—but essential“I thought recovery meant no more fun—but I’ve had more fun sober than I ever did drinking. You’re not going to tell a Farley they can’t have fun.” – Tom FarleyTom FarleyTom Farley is a speaker, author, and recovery advocate. He wrote The Chris Farley Show, a New York Times bestselling oral history of his brother, the late comedian Chris Farley. Tom has spent years developing prevention and treatment programs for teens and young adults, and today works with Recovery.com, a patient-focused platform dedicated to connecting people with recovery resources and building community through podcasts, articles, and education.Recovery.comThe Chris Farley Show (Book)Recovery Cast PodcastGiving Voice to Depression PodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#TomFarley #ChrisFarley #RecoveryPodcast #AddictionRecovery #FindingNewWatersPodcast #RecoveryCommunity #TheChrisFarleyShow #RecoveryDotCom #SobrietyJourney #FunInRecovery

In this episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves and Justin McClendon sit down with Ryan Soave, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, certified trauma therapist, and research consultant for Huberman Lab at Stanford University Department of Neurobiology.Ryan opens up about his journey from entrepreneur and world traveler to finding his true calling in the treatment of trauma and addiction. He shares insights from years of clinical practice, research, and personal transformation—exploring why we confuse discomfort with danger, how trauma builds over time, and why resilience requires learning to sit with the difficult emotions instead of running from them.Drawing on practices like meditation, Yoga Nidra, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, and breathwork, Ryan offers both science and story to help us understand how to uncover our true selves through recovery and healing.📍 Learn more about Ryan: Guardian Recovery – Ryan Soave📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.swa📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rjswa⸻⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – Welcome & introduction to Ryan Soave02:00 – From entrepreneurship to trauma treatment04:00 – Research with Huberman Lab & VR experiments on fear07:00 – The barnacle boat: how trauma builds up over time10:00 – Early programming and its effects on relationships13:00 – Why we confuse discomfort with danger17:00 – Addictive behaviors and the search for relief21:00 – Meaning-making, worry, and fear of the future24:00 – Principles in action: practicing recovery in relationships27:00 – Sensitivity, stress, and self-regulation tools30:00 – Yoga Nidra and Non-Sleep Deep Rest explained34:00 – Breathwork, pausing, and the power of stillness41:00 – Practical tools for re-centering in stress44:00 – Final reflections & how to connect with Ryan⸻💬 Powerful Quote:“We often confuse discomfort with danger—and then react to it as if it’s life or death.” – Ryan Soave⸻👤 Guest Bio:Ryan SoaveLMHC | Certified Trauma Therapist | Program Developer | Research ConsultantRyan Soave brings deep experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, certified trauma therapist, program developer, and research consultant for Huberman Lab at Stanford University Department of Neurobiology. After graduating from Wake Forest University and building a successful business career, Ryan faced personal and spiritual challenges that led him to pursue a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling.He has since worked with thousands of clients with complex PTSD, designed and facilitated large workshops, and spoken at national conferences as an expert in trauma and addiction treatment. Ryan has also been invited multiple times to lead meditations for members and staffers of the United States Congress. Trained in modalities such as yoga, Yoga Nidra, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, and breathwork, Ryan approaches recovery with passion, commitment, and joy—believing that trauma treatment is an uncovering process that allows people to remember their true selves.🌐 Learn More – Guardian Recovery⸻📚 Resources Mentioned: • Yoga Nidra / NSDR guided practices • Breathwork and Somatic Experiencing • Guardian Recovery: https://www.guardianrecovery.com⸻📱 Follow Us: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecovery • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecovery • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recovery • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_nc⸻▶️ Watch & Listen: • Podcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.com • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5Gjw • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608 • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXw • YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#RyanSoave #TraumaRecovery #AddictionRecovery #HubermanLab #FindingNewWaters #YogaNidra #NSDR #SomaticExperiencing #Breathwork #PTSDHealing

In this inspiring episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves sits down with Chris Love, who got sober at just 19 years old and has spent the last 16 years building a life centered around service, connection, and joy. Chris shares his journey from early addiction to finding freedom in recovery, and how getting sober young opened unexpected doors to a fulfilling and purpose-driven life.He talks about overcoming the stigma of getting sober in your teens, the role of faith in his recovery, and why he believes that life in sobriety isn’t just about abstinence—it’s about living fully. Chris also shares his passion for helping others see the possibility of joy in early recovery, proving that sobriety doesn’t have to mean missing out—it can mean gaining everything.⸻⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Chris Love01:05 – Chris’s story: From partying teen to early recovery04:20 – Why he chose sobriety at 1907:10 – Facing the stigma of young recovery10:00 – Building a support network and finding mentors13:15 – Faith, hope, and spiritual growth in sobriety17:40 – Why recovery isn’t just “not drinking”21:05 – Discovering fun, joy, and adventure in sobriety26:50 – Service work and giving back to the community31:10 – Life lessons from 16 years sober35:00 – Chris’s advice for young people in recovery39:20 – Final reflections & closing thoughts⸻💬 Powerful Quote:“You can have so much fun at 19 getting sober—you just have to be open to the possibility of it.” – Chris Love⸻👤 Guest Bio:Chris LoveChris Love entered recovery at 19 years old and has remained sober for over 16 years. His life’s mission is to show others—especially young people—that sobriety is not a limitation but an opportunity. Through faith, service, and a commitment to growth, Chris has built a life he once thought was impossible.⸻📚 Resources Mentioned:https://www.hqpsych.com/chris-love • Circle of Security Parenting: https://circleofsecurityinternational.com⸻📱 Follow Us: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecovery • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecovery • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recovery • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_nc⸻▶️ Watch & Listen: • Podcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.com • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5Gjw • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608 • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXw • YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#ChrisLove #YoungRecovery #SobrietyAt19 #AddictionRecovery #FaithInRecovery #FindingNewWaters #SobrietyJourney #LifeInSobriety #RecoveryIsPossible

In this powerful episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves sits down with Luke DeGrossi, CEO of Novara Recovery Center, to talk about how a single journal entry in a psychiatric hospital changed the course of his life. Luke shares his raw and honest journey through addiction, mental health, and long-term recovery—and how it all led him to build a treatment center designed to meet people where they are.Luke opens up about what it means to be of service, how to honor the “window of recovery,” and why personal experience can be one of the greatest assets in leading others out of the darkness. Whether you’re in recovery, supporting someone who is, or just seeking hope—you’ll find it here.Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction to Luke DeGrossi01:10 – Luke’s first experience with treatment and the psych ward journal03:45 – Why he kept going back to recovery, even after falling06:20 – “What if you had all the money in the world?” and the Novara vision09:00 – Learning to answer the call when the window of recovery opens11:15 – How Novara aims to meet people where they are14:00 – Service, humility, and the weight of the work17:50 – Family support and the impact of healing together20:10 – Mentorship, Villanova, and giving back23:00 – What makes a treatment center truly supportive26:30 – Final reflections and the future of Novara RecoveryGuest Bio:Luke DeGrossiCEO, Novara Recovery CenterLinkedIn ProfileLuke is the CEO of Novara Recovery Center, where he leads the company’s strategy and mission to make addiction treatment accessible and effective. With over a decade of personal sobriety and more than 10 years of leadership experience, Luke combines professional excellence with a deep, personal passion for recovery. He also serves as Chairman of the Board for Friends of Valence College Prep and sits on the Villanova School of Business Mentorship Advisory Board.Resources Mentioned:Novara Recovery Center: https://www.novararecoverycenter.comCircle of Security Parenting: https://circleofsecurityinternational.com📍 Learn more: ⁠https://www.novararecoverycenter.com⁠🔗 Connect with Luke on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukedegrossi/⁠Watch & ListenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_nPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#LukeDeGrossi #NovaraRecovery #AddictionRecovery #FindingNewWaters #RecoveryLeadership #MentalHealthAwareness #SubstanceUseDisorder #LongTermSobriety #PsychWardToCEO #TreatmentThatWorks

In this episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves sits down with Dr. Greg Hobelmann, co-CEO of Ashley Addiction Treatment and a person in long-term recovery. Greg opens up about his battle with addiction as a practicing anesthesiologist, his path to sobriety, and how he ultimately returned to Ashley as a leader after once leaving in relapse. His story is one of redemption, personal transformation, and the power of second chances. From a deeply personal account of relapse to his rise as a respected recovery professional, this episode dives into how building healthy habits and embracing a life of service can truly lead to freedom and fulfillment in recovery.Dr. Hobelmann also explores the science of habit formation, the spiritual foundation of sustained sobriety, and how recovery can be not just healing—but joyful.📍 Learn more about Ashley Addiction Treatment: https://www.ashleytreatment.org📧 Contact Dr. Greg Hobelmann: [email protected]:00 – Intro & Welcome00:56 – What Is Ashley Addiction Treatment?02:10 – Dr. Hobelmann’s Story: From Anesthesiologist to Recovery05:00 – His First Treatment Experience06:55 – Relapse and Redemption08:15 – The Return to Ashley10:35 – Redefining “Addict” & Battling Stigma13:05 – Father Martin’s Legacy & the Origins of Ashley17:20 – Monitoring Programs & Why Structure Helps21:00 – Building Joy and Freedom in Recovery23:10 – Daily Spiritual Maintenance26:00 – Habit Formation & Behavioral Change31:40 – Discipline, Structure & Emotional Sobriety35:45 – Recovery as a Lifelong Journey40:30 – Ashley’s Full Continuum of Care49:00 – Final Reflections on Growth & Gratitude50:35 – How to Reach Ashley Addiction TreatmentKey Quote“If I don’t get high in sobriety, I’m not going to be able to stay sober. I’ve got to enjoy this.” — Dr. Greg Hobelmann

In this bold and passionate episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves sits down with Brandy Klingman—a licensed psychotherapist, founder, and CEO of St. Christopher’s and Magnolia Bell treatment centers in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. With over two decades of experience in behavioral health, Brandy brings a rare blend of clinical insight and fearless advocacy to the conversation.She opens up about the fight to regulate dangerous substances like Kratom and Delta-8, the importance of long-term care, and what it’s like to bring her voice directly into policy conversations in Washington D.C. Whether you’re in recovery, a family member, or working in the treatment space, Brandy’s message is one of clarity, courage, and commitment to truth.⸻⏱️ Timestamps • 00:00 – Welcome & introduction to Brandy Klingman • 01:00 – About St. Christopher’s: 8-month treatment rooted in connection • 04:00 – Infusing clinical care into 12-step models • 05:30 – Why she works in national advocacy and what drives it • 08:00 – The need for people in recovery at policy tables • 12:00 – On stigma, honesty, and modeling change • 15:00 – Her personal and professional path into addiction work • 20:00 – Diagnoses like antisocial disorder: What needs to shift • 23:00 – How young people are reshaping mental health conversations • 24:30 – The risks of Kratom and Delta-8: What’s not being talked about • 30:00 – Foreign synthetics and how they’re getting into kids’ hands • 36:00 – Prevention, regulation, and protecting future generations • 42:00 – Her new women’s program: Magnolia Bell • 44:00 – Final thoughts: action, community, and staying in the fight⸻💬 Powerful Quote“If there’s going to be a decision made about mental health or substance use treatment, we need a voice in the room.” – Brandy Klingman⸻👤 Guest BioBrandy KlingmanPsychotherapist | CEO of St. Christopher’s & Magnolia Bellwww.brandypklingman.comBrandy Klingman is a licensed psychotherapist, founder, and CEO of both St. Christopher’s Addiction Wellness (a long-term men’s treatment center) and Magnolia Bell (a new program for women) based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She has over 20 years of experience in behavioral health and is a fierce advocate for regulatory reform, access to long-term care, and ethical leadership in addiction treatment. Brandy is active in both state and federal mental health policy conversations and is on a mission to change the way our country approaches recovery—starting with truth.⸻📚 Resources Mentioned • Brandy Klingman Official Website: https://www.brandypklingman.com • St. Christopher’s Addiction Wellness: https://www.addictionwellness.com • Magnolia Bell Women’s Program: (website not listed yet—can be added later) • Circle of Security Parenting: https://circleofsecurityinternational.com⸻📱 Follow Us • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecovery • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecovery • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recovery • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_nc⸻▶️ Watch & Listen • Podcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.com • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5Gjw • Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608 • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXw • YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#BrandyKlingman #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthAdvocacy #LongTermTreatment #MagnoliaBell #StChristophersRecovery #PolicyReform #FindingNewWatersPodcast

In this practical and energizing episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves sits down with Kate Wade and Krissy Metzler, co-founders of The GOALDEN System, to talk about what executive function really means—and why most of us were never taught how to manage time, goals, and emotions in a sustainable way.Kate and Krissy break down the myths around productivity (“Just use a calendar!”), explain the brain science behind behavior change, and share their system for coaching individuals from overwhelmed to organized. Whether you’re neurodivergent, in recovery, juggling family and work, or just constantly feeling behind—this conversation offers validation, insight, and real strategies you can apply today.⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – Intro and what executive function actually is01:30 – Who The GOALDEN System helps (hint: it’s everyone)04:00 – Behavior change vs. quick fixes06:00 – The GOALDEN acronym and how their system works10:00 – Neurodivergent brains and what they need14:00 – Recovery, ADHD, and still feeling stuck18:00 – Resistance to change and the path of least resistance21:00 – Chaos is familiar, but doesn’t have to be permanent24:00 – How long coaching takes and what it feels like28:00 – Redefining success and building tools that last36:00 – A favorite tip: externalizing your thoughts39:00 – Cognitive flexibility and the truth about pivoting40:00 – Final thoughts: celebrate your small wins🧠 Key Topics Covered:Executive function explained in real languageHow behavior change really happens (hint: it’s not overnight)Why neurodivergence is a strength when you know how to work with itThe GOALDEN system and how it adapts to youHow coaching supports recovery and emotional regulationReplacing shame with self-awareness and strategy💬 Powerful Quote:“You deserve a good day. And we’re here to help you build one—your way.” – Kate Wade👥 Guest Bios:Kate Wade is an executive function coach with a background in marine science education and educational psychology. She brings brain-based strategies, humor, and deep compassion to every coaching relationship.Krissy Metzler is a former English and special education teacher who specializes in behavior change and neurodivergent coaching. She’s also the brains behind The GOALDEN System’s newsletters and workshops.Together, they co-founded The GOALDEN System—a coaching model that helps people manage time, reduce overwhelm, and feel better equipped to live the life they want.📚 Resources:Website: https://www.thegoaldensystem.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegoaldensystemLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegoaldensystem📱 Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_nc▶️ Watch & Listen:Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#ExecutiveFunction #TheGOALDENSystem #NeurodivergentSupport #FindingNewWatersPodcast #BehaviorChange #TimeManagementTools #MentalWellnessCoaching #RecoveryAndPlanning #ADHDSupport #KateWade #KrissyMetzler

In this moving and unfiltered episode of Finding New Waters, we’re joined by Mayor Jacques Gilbert and Hollan Steen, Director of Admissions at Asheville Recovery Center, to share the remarkable story of Apex, North Carolina’s Substance Misuse Task Force.The episode explores how a mayor and a formerly incarcerated man formed an unlikely alliance to battle addiction stigma, increase recovery resources, and create a more welcoming and inclusive community. They discuss the founding of the task force, the courage it took to start conversations about addiction in a conservative environment, and how their partnership has inspired other municipalities to take notice.It’s a powerful testimony to the healing potential of connection, humility, and action at the local level.⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – Opening & introductions01:00 – How Hollan & Jacques first connected05:00 – Breaking through shame and stigma in small towns07:00 – The courage to walk into the mayor’s office10:00 – Creating a task force with purpose and balance13:00 – Building Peak of Hope: The outreach mission17:00 – Lived experience and its role in public trust21:00 – The power of family support in launching the task force24:00 – From a hidden booth to community hugs: Peak Fest’s evolution27:00 – The stigma in Wake County vs. Asheville30:00 – Naloxone in Wake County Schools: A real victory34:00 – Hope, collaboration, and how to get involved🔑 Key Points:A mayor and a man with a felony conviction team up to build trustRecovery stigma in Wake County and the courage to talk about itThe power of representation: why visibility matters in recoverySupporting families with lived experience, not just dataWhy this local model is gaining statewide attention💬 Powerful Quote:“A government official sitting on a couch with a convicted felon, saying together we want to change the world—that would’ve never happened in Apex. Until now.” – Hollan Steen🧠 Guest Bios:Jacques GilbertMayor of Apex, NC | Former Police Captain | Community AdvocateMayor Gilbert served 29 years in law enforcement before being elected mayor. He’s known for his commitment to connection, inclusion, and showing up for those who feel unseen.Hollan SteenDirector of Admissions, Asheville Recovery CenterHollan’s journey from incarceration to recovery leader is a testament to the power of second chances. He now leads admissions at ARC and speaks nationally about stigma, advocacy, and lived experience.🌐 Resources Mentioned:Town of Apex: https://www.apexnc.org (Search: Substance Misuse Task Force)Asheville Recovery Center: https://www.ashevillerecoverycenter.comNaloxone Programs in NC SchoolsCircle of Security Parenting: https://circleofsecurityinternational.com📱 Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_nc▶️ Watch & Listen:Podcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

In this powerful episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves sits down with Jeff Hatch — a former NFL player turned recovery advocate — for an unflinchingly honest and deeply redemptive conversation. Jeff shares his remarkable journey from playing for the New York Giants to battling addiction, relapsing, and ultimately rebuilding a meaningful life in long-term recovery. With raw insight and humility, Jeff opens up about the weight of secrets, the darkness of relapse, and the spiritual clarity he found through surrender.Jeff’s path has taken him from the NFL to a federal investigation — and now, to a leadership role in recovery at Eagle Creek Ranch. Whether you’re in recovery or just need to hear a story of hope, redemption, and true transformation, this episode is for you.👇 TIMESTAMPS:00:00 – Intro & Reconnecting in Seattle01:00 – Jeff’s football journey: from UPenn to the NFL06:30 – Injury, addiction, and painkillers in pro sports11:00 – The illusion of achievement as a cure18:00 – Getting honest: From overdose to treatment22:00 – Early recovery and starting over28:00 – Relapse, fentanyl patches, and heroin36:00 – Getting involved with federal law enforcement43:00 – Facing public exposure and redemption49:00 – Finding love and rebuilding a new life55:00 – Living spiritually through chaos01:00:00 – Jeff’s life today: marriage, career, and fatherhood01:08:00 – Gratitude, authenticity, and using your pain for purpose01:12:00 – Outro & how to connect with Jeff🔗 Find Jeff Hatch:Website: https://www.hatchcoaching.com🏥 Eagle Creek Ranch Recovery: https://www.eaglecreekranchrecovery.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

In this heartfelt and deeply insightful episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves sits down with Steve Lee, Senior Director of Strategic Relationships at Cumberland Heights. Steve reflects on his 35-year journey in recovery, his unexpected transition into the treatment field at age 58, and the guiding values that shape both his life and career. From stories of personal transformation to reflections on ethics in behavioral health, this episode is a masterclass in humility, wisdom, and the power of principled living. Whether you’re in recovery, working in the treatment space, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of authentic leadership, Steve’s words will resonate.[00:00] Introduction – Meet Steve Lee from Cumberland Heights[01:00] The Cheeseburger Story – A life lesson in acceptance[03:00] Starting a New Career at 58 – From family business to treatment field[07:00] Questions That Clarify Purpose – What do you love, value, and excel at?[12:00] Two Hats in Recovery Work – The separation of job and personal sobriety[19:00] A Job Meant to Be – How trusting the process led to the right opportunity[24:00] The Power of 12-Step Language – When the message hits the heart[29:00] What Keeps Steve Coming Back – Spiritual growth and humility[33:00] Ethics in the Treatment Field – Staying true in high-pressure environments[42:00] True North in Action – Doing the right thing even when it’s hard[46:00] Friendship, Change, and Growth – Recovery reshaping connection[50:00] Cumberland Heights & Arches – Trusted treatment for all ages[55:00] Final Reflections – Gratitude, growth, and staying in the solutionSteve LeeSenior Director of Strategic Relationships, Cumberland HeightsSteve Lee brings over 12 years of experience in behavioral health and over 35 years of personal recovery. A former family business leader, Steve made a transformative mid-life career change to work in the addiction treatment field. He is widely respected for his ethical leadership, heartfelt communication, and dedication to recovery-centered care. At Cumberland Heights, Steve focuses on connecting professionals and families with treatment solutions that honor the integrity of the recovery process.Reinvention at Any Age – It’s never too late to start living your passion.Principled Recovery Work – True ethics come from personal accountability, not company policy.Why We Keep Coming Back – Recovery isn’t just about stopping a behavior—it’s about spiritual growth.Two Hats, One Mission – Personal recovery and professional roles must remain distinct.Cumberland Heights Legacy – A beacon for 12-step rooted, clinically excellent care.“Do my principles hold up when the mortgage is due, when my boss is on me about admissions? A principle is not malleable—it’s either firm or it’s not.” – Steve LeeCumberland Heights Treatment Center: https://www.cumberlandheights.orgArch Academy (Adolescent Treatment): https://www.archacademy.orgStill Waters (12-Step Immersion for Men): https://www.stillwatersrecovery.orgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#SteveLee #CumberlandHeights #FindingNewWatersPodcast #12StepRecovery #EthicsInRecovery #AddictionTreatment #SpiritualRecovery #RecoveryLeadership #ArchAcademy #StillWatersRecovery

In this profound and soul-stirring conversation, yoga teacher, doula, writer, and advocate Andrea Boyd dives into a wide-ranging discussion about self-anarchy, healing through breath and movement, the ancient wisdom of yoga and meditation, and the importance of reconnecting with our intuition. Drawing from her decades of teaching and personal experience, Andrea shares insight into self-governance, plant-based living, spiritual sovereignty, and the power of stillness in a noisy world. Whether you’re curious about yoga or on your own journey of recovery and transformation, this episode offers grounding truths and a deep sense of possibility.[00:00] Welcome & Intro[01:30] What is Self-Anarchy?[05:00] Reclaiming Inner Wisdom & the Power of No[08:00] Why “New Waters” is a Sacred Metaphor[11:00] The Purpose of Shavasana & Constant Rebirth[15:00] Connecting Breath, Spirit, and the Body[18:00] Andrea’s Journey into Yoga[24:00] Meditation as Self-Validation & Stillness[32:00] Food, Energy, and Going Plant-Based[40:00] Why What We Say to Ourselves Matters[45:00] Self-Governance and Tuning Your Own Instrument[49:00] Letting Go of Conditioning and Choosing a New PathSelf-Anarchy: Trusting your internal compass and governing yourself from within.Yoga as Rebirth: Every class, every breath offers the potential for renewal.Healing Through Breath: The diaphragm, lungs, and body are tools for self-liberation.Plant-Based Living: Her shift toward veganism as a transformative spiritual decision.Meditation as Witnessing: Not silencing the mind, but observing it with compassion.Sacred Practice of Stillness: Why 3 minutes of stillness can change your day.“Self-anarchy is being able to govern your own body and mind with your innate wisdom—on a cellular level, from eons ago.” – Andrea BoydAndrea Boyd is a globally respected yoga teacher, birth doula, author, speaker, and advocate for human and animal rights. Based in Charleston, SC, Andrea has been teaching yoga for over 22 years, leading transformative classes and workshops grounded in ancient philosophy and lived experience. She is the author of The Depth of Birth, hosts retreats and birth education programs, and continues to explore the intersection of personal sovereignty, conscious parenting, and embodied healing. Visit her website to learn more: www.andreaboydyoga.comInstagram: @andreaboydyogaAndrea’s Website: https://www.andreaboydyoga.comBook: The Depth of Birth by Andrea BoydDocumentary: Earthlings (narrated by Joaquin Phoenix)Circle of Security ParentingYoga Sutras of PatanjaliThe Power of Now by Eckhart TolleEmoto Water ExperimentInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#AndreaBoyd #FindingNewWatersPodcast #SelfAnarchy #YogaForHealing #MeditationJourney #SpiritualSovereignty #VeganLiving #EmotionalAwareness #StillnessPractice #YogaPhilosophy

In this episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves sits down with Andrew Maloof, co-founder and CEO of Eagle Creek Ranch Recovery in Boise, Idaho. Andrew reflects on his 12 years of sobriety, his journey from working in Las Vegas nightclubs to owning a treatment center, and how a moment of spiritual surrender changed everything. Together, they dive into what makes treatment effective, why hospitality and connection matter in recovery, and the power of simply showing up.Whether you’re sober-curious, in long-term recovery, or supporting a loved one, Andrew’s humility, humor, and real-life experience offer deep insight and encouragement.Timestamps:[00:00] Welcome & Introduction[01:00] Sobriety Milestones & The Masters Moment[04:00] Following Directions: A Recipe for Recovery[08:00] Fellowship, Inventory, and Staying Connected[12:00] Embarrassment vs. Empowerment in Getting Sober[17:00] From UNLV to Las Vegas Nightclubs to Recovery[20:00] Founding Eagle Creek Ranch Recovery[24:00] Hospitality in Treatment: Why It Matters[29:00] That First Honest Prayer[32:00] Living the Easier, Softer Way[36:00] Just Show Up: Final ReflectionsKey Topics:The importance of connection in early and ongoing recoveryHow hospitality plays a key role in healing environmentsThe founding of Eagle Creek Ranch and their philosophy of careWhat makes a treatment experience truly transformationalWhy showing up beats pretending every timeGuest Bio:Andrew Maloof is the co-founder and CEO of Eagle Creek Ranch Recovery, a residential treatment center for men based in Idaho. With a background in hospitality management from UNLV and a personal recovery journey spanning more than a decade, Andrew combines professional excellence with lived experience. He’s passionate about creating healing spaces grounded in compassion, accountability, and the 12 Steps.Resources & Links:Eagle Creek Ranch Recovery Website: https://www.eaglecreekranchrecovery.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eaglecreekranchrecoveryFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncWatch & Listen:Podcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mnSEO Hashtags:#AndrewMaloof #EagleCreekRecovery #RecoveryPodcast #12StepRecovery #AddictionRecovery #FindingNewWatersPodcast #SoberLife #HolisticHealingPowerful Quote:“Just show up. Be on time. Be present. You can’t pretend to care, but you can’t pretend to show up.”

In this empowering episode of Finding New Waters, we sit down with Meredith Brierly—also known online as Clean Coaching Mama—to explore the transformative power of sober living, holistic wellness, and motherhood. Meredith shares her raw and relatable journey through anxiety, addiction, and recovery in New York, to becoming a health coach and leading voice in clean, mindful parenting. With 13 years of sobriety, she now helps others live low-tox, purpose-driven lives grounded in recovery principles. Whether you’re a parent, in recovery, or simply seeking healthier habits, Meredith’s story offers inspiration and practical takeaways for living well without obsession or perfection.00:00 – Welcome & Introductions01:00 – Meredith’s Sobriety Journey and Family Life04:00 – Corporate Life and Addiction in NYC07:00 – Returning to NC and Her Path to Recovery12:00 – Treatment, Fellowship Hall, and Early Sobriety16:00 – January 1st: The Last Drink21:00 – Rebuilding Identity in Sobriety26:00 – Sober Weddings, Motherhood, and Boundaries28:00 – From Recovery to Holistic Coaching32:00 – Pantry Swaps, Mindfulness, and Low-Tox Living34:00 – Final Words & How to ConnectWhy recovery doesn’t stop at sobriety—Meredith’s philosophy on integrated healingHow motherhood, anxiety, and faith intersected in her recovery journeyThe dangers of hidden added sugar and low-quality foodsMindful tools like EFT (tapping) and breathwork for busy parentsHow she brings recovery principles into holistic health and family coachingMeredith BrierlyCertified Health Coach, Speech Therapist, and Founder of Clean Coaching MamaMeredith Brierly is a Certified Health Coach, speech therapist, and mother of two with 13 years of sobriety. Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Meredith empowers women and families to live cleaner, more intentional lives through practical coaching, wellness workshops, and free resources. Her work blends recovery wisdom with nutrition, emotional regulation, and low-tox living.Website: https://www.cleancoachingmama.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cleancoachingmamaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#MeredithBrierly #CleanLiving #RecoveryJourney #HolisticParenting #SoberMomLife #FindingNewWatersPodcast #MindfulMotherhood #LowToxLiving“Sobriety is the anchor for everything in our lives. It’s not about being perfect—it’s about being intentional.” – Meredith Brierly

In this deeply personal episode of Finding New Waters, we sit down with Dylan Starrs, Program Director at Mountain House Recovery in Flagstaff, Arizona. Dylan walks us through his rollercoaster journey—from chasing rock stardom and working at Bel-Air Country Club to disappearing into addiction, crashing in motels, and ultimately finding recovery that stuck.He shares how he stopped “auditing” recovery and finally put real sweat equity into his sobriety—through mentorship, structure, and showing up every day for his community. Dylan also reflects on music, golf, grief, purpose, and what it really means to stay connected to your own recovery while leading others through theirs.[00:00] Welcome & Dylan’s Backstory – From musician to mentor[04:00] Relapse, Recovery & Reinvention – Losing everything, then finding hope at St. Christopher’s Inn[10:00] Discovering Community at Jaywalker Lodge – Starting a podcast, giving back, and finally surrendering[15:00] What is Mountain House? – A structured aftercare program for young men in Arizona[20:00] Sobriety Isn’t a Gift—It’s Earned – Dylan on emotional graduate school and putting in the work[25:00] From Rockstar Dreams to Real Purpose – Music, mentoring, and helping men heal[30:00] Recovery as a Lifestyle – Having fun sober, staying right-sized, and showing up for life[36:00] Final Thoughts – Family recovery, teaching through experience, and building legacyThe Myth of the Quick Fix – Recovery doesn’t come from receiving—it comes from buildingEmotional Grad School – Why true sobriety takes time, work, and reflectionRelapse & Redemption – How Dylan found grace, humility, and mentorship in unexpected placesStructure, Joy & Community – Building a life you don’t want to escape fromStaying in Recovery While Working in Recovery – Boundaries, self-care, and staying teachableDylan StarrsProgram Director, Mountain House RecoveryDylan Starrs is a musician, recovery coach, and the Program Director at Mountain House Recovery, an aftercare facility for young men in Flagstaff, Arizona. After years of chasing fame, relapsing, and restarting his life, Dylan found long-term sobriety through structure, service, and connection. Today, he helps young men navigate life after treatment while still pursuing joy through music, golf, and community.🌐 Website: https://www.mountainhouserecovery.com📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mtnhouserecoveryMountain House Recovery: https://www.mountainhouserecovery.comJaywalker Lodge: https://www.jaywalkerlodge.com12-Step Meeting Finder: https://www.aa.orgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#DylanStarrs #MountainHouseRecovery #YoungMenRecovery #LongTermSobriety #FindingNewWatersPodcast #RecoveryJourney #MusicAndRecovery #LifeAfterRelapse #JaywalkerLodge

In this raw and powerful episode of Finding New Waters, we sit down with Dr. Zach Miller, co-founder of Solutions Healthcare and a man whose story defies the odds. Zach takes us from using IV opioids at 14 and living on the streets, to building a life in recovery, earning his GED, and eventually earning his PhD in under a year.He opens up about the hard truths of early addiction, how structure and accountability helped him thrive, and the lessons he’s learned as a treatment provider and researcher. We also explore his dissertation, which revealed a surprising link between health insurance type and opioid overdose risk.[00:00] Welcome & Intro – Meet Dr. Zach Miller and his work in recovery[03:00] Early Addiction & Homelessness – IV opioid use at 14, kicked out in the snow[07:00] Wilderness Therapy & Mentorship – Finding purpose through pain[12:00] The Power of Structure – “I hate it, but I thrive in it”[17:00] Plus One Minus One – A brilliant recovery framework born from real experience[22:00] Getting a PhD in 11 Months – The journey back to academia[27:00] Dissertation Results – How insurance type predicts overdose frequency[34:00] Solutions Healthcare – His growing network of treatment centers in Florida[38:00] Final Words – On humility, leadership, and staying teachableFrom Addiction to Academia – How Zach rebuilt from nothing and never stoppedThe Importance of Structure – Why addicts often resist what they most needThe “Plus One Minus One” Model – Self-awareness in actionOverdose Data and Insurance – His PhD research explainedHumility and Leadership in Recovery – Why ego is the biggest relapse riskDr. Zach MillerPhD, Co-Founder of Solutions HealthcareDr. Zach Miller is a recovery advocate, entrepreneur, researcher, and co-founder of Solutions Healthcare, a growing network of treatment centers in Florida. After surviving childhood addiction and homelessness, he rebuilt his life through mentorship, structure, and relentless self-work. Today, he holds a PhD and leads with a trauma-informed, accountability-based philosophy that’s saving lives. His dissertation research uncovered how insurance types correlate with non-fatal opioid overdose rates—an insight that’s reshaping how we view access to care.📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betterthanideserve22🌐 Website: https://www.solutionshealthcarefl.comSolutions Healthcare: https://www.solutionshealthcarefl.comPlus One Minus One FrameworkFind a 12-Step Meeting: https://www.aa.orgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#DrZachMiller #SolutionsHealthcare #OpioidOverdose #AddictionRecovery #RecoveryResearch #FindingNewWatersPodcast #StructureInSobriety #LongTermRecovery #PlusOneMinusOne #FromGEDtoPhD

In this episode of Finding New Waters, we sit down with Ross Ellenhorn, Ph.D., a social psychiatrist, author, and founder of Ellenhorn—one of the most innovative community-based mental health programs in the country. Ross shares powerful insights on why traditional models of treatment often fail those in deep psychiatric distress, and how purpose, social value, and human connection play a vital role in true recovery.From challenging the current system’s focus on diagnosis and disempowerment to unpacking how fear of hope holds people back from change, Ross offers a thought-provoking conversation that will shift how you view mental health, addiction, and healing.[00:00] Welcome & Introductions[02:00] Ross on Charleston and cultural memory[05:00] The Ellenhorn Model: A Community-Based Approach[10:00] The Problem with Readiness Models in Mental Health[14:00] Why Traditional Programs Can Fail[17:00] Risk in Recovery and the Mystery of What Works[22:00] Treating People as Humans, Not Diagnoses[26:00] Fear of Hope and Resistance to Change[28:00] On Play, Improvisation, and Sacred Originality[33:00] How to Learn More About Ross & EllenhornThe Limits of Diagnosis-Centered CareWhy Community-Based Support Outperforms InstitutionsHope as a Double-Edged Sword in RecoveryThe Role of Improvisation and Play in Mental WellnessHumanizing Treatment: Why Relationships Matter MostRoss Ellenhorn is a social psychiatrist, founder of Ellenhorn, and author of multiple books including How We Change (and Ten Reasons Why We Don’t) and Purple Crayons: The Art of Drawing a Life. His work centers around helping individuals with severe psychiatric and substance-use issues recover while staying integrated in their communities.Ross’s approach focuses on restoring dignity, connection, and autonomy to people whose needs are often minimized or pathologized. Learn more at:🌐 https://www.ellenhorn.com📘 Books on HarperCollins or Amazon🌱 https://www.cardeacare.com (Ketamine & psychedelic therapy)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

In this episode of Finding New Waters, we sit down with Nate Faulkenberry, owner and operator of Doc’s Place, a long-term recovery program for men in Brunswick, Georgia. Nate shares his powerful personal story of going from client to leader at Doc’s Place, and how the structure, accountability, and 12-step immersion of the program helped him—and now helps others—build lasting recovery.He discusses the importance of removing distractions, developing adult life skills, and how learning to live without the quick fixes (like drugs, alcohol, relationships, or prestige) is key to healing. Nate also speaks candidly about the hard work required, the beauty of building something from the ground up, and why Doc’s Place isn’t just a program—it’s a community for life.[00:00] Welcome + Nate’s Background – From client to owner of Doc’s Place[03:00] What Is Doc’s Place? – Long-term structure, accountability, and 12-step work[06:00] The Power of Single-Gender Recovery – Eliminating distractions for deeper healing[10:00] Nate’s Own Story – What made Doc’s Place different when everything else failed[14:00] Surrender and Humility – Learning to finally take direction[18:00] Daily Life at Doc’s Place – Meetings, work, chores, and responsibility[24:00] Who Is Doc’s Place For? – Ideal candidates and what they can expect[30:00] Terminal Uniqueness & Real Recovery – Breaking through the “I’m different” mentality[32:00] Final Reflections – Nate on purpose, peace, and building something that lastsLong-Term Recovery Works – Doc’s Place is for men who’ve been to treatment before but need something deeper.Accountability Changes Lives – Residents are required to work, pay their way, and grow up emotionally.No Shortcuts – This program removes distractions like relationships so men can truly focus on themselves.From the Inside Out – Nate shares how the hardest parts of the program were the most necessary.It’s a Brotherhood – More than sober living, Doc’s Place offers lifelong community and support.Nate FaulkenberryOwner/Operator, Doc’s Place RecoveryNate Faulkenberry is the owner and operator of Doc’s Place Recovery, a long-term men’s recovery program located in Brunswick, Georgia. After going through the program himself in 2016, Nate now dedicates his life to helping other men walk the same path toward structure, accountability, and lasting sobriety. A passionate advocate for 12-step recovery and emotional maturity, Nate is living proof that with the right guidance and willingness, transformation is possible.🌐 Website: https://www.docsplacerecovery.com📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/docsplacerecoveryDoc’s Place Recovery: https://www.docsplacerecovery.comFind a 12-Step Meeting: https://www.aa.orgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncPodcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn#DocsPlaceRecovery #LongTermRecovery #MensSoberLiving #NateFaulkenberry #SoberBrotherhood #12StepRecovery #FindingNewWatersPodcast