The Elevate Experience

From zero to hero with Jordan Walls

Welcome back to the show everyone! Today, Dallas and Angie chat with one of their favorite staff members, Jordan Walls. Jordan has worked with Elevate for close to a decade and has held just about every position. Jordan wasn't always beloved and talks about his battle with addiction as well as his rise to the top. Enjoy the show and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review the show. Happy Holidays from Elevate!!

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You can find us on the web -www.elevaterehab.org

With these current times, if you know anyone or are struggling with mental health/addiction yourself please reach out. There is help and there is hope, and there are solutions to these problems. Speak to our registration counselors at 831-740-8298

 

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Holiday How-to’s

Welcome back to the show everyone! Todays episode Angie jumps right into the holidays; the good and the bad. They explore the power of gratitude, connection, and the almighty carbohydrate. Angie gives advice and signs to point out substance abuse under the guise of caring and connection. Enjoy the show and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review the show. Happy Holidays from Elevate!!

Make sure to follow us on social - @elevateaddictionservices @angie.at.elevate

You can find us on the web -www.elevaterehab.org

With these current times, if you know anyone or are struggling with mental health/addiction yourself please reach out. There is help and there is hope, and there are solutions to these problems. Speak to our registration counselors at 831-740-8298

 

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Recovery RX’D with Carleen Mathews

Welcome back to show! Today Angie talks with Carleen Mathews -3X Crossfit Games athlete. Not only is Carleen an elite athlete, she is a person in recovery. Carleen has been sober for over ten years and is an active member in her recovery community. Together these three talk crossfit, service work, recovery, and how they all play off of each other. Enjoy the show!

Make sure to follow us on social - @elevateaddictionservices @angie.at.elevate @teamcarleen @recoveryrxd

You can find us on the web -www.elevaterehab.org

With these current times, if you know anyone or are struggling with mental health/addiction yourself please reach out. There is help and there is hope, and there are solutions to these problems. Speak to our registration counselors at 831-740-8298

 

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Fitness vs. Addiction - The battle for true health.

Welcome back to the show everyone, today's episode Angie dives right into Crossfit and the role it has played in their life. They are also joined by Elevate's COO Nate and the Rehabilitation director Tommy. Tommy and Nate are also Crossfit Level one trainers and have been instrumental in implementing Crossfit into the Elevate program. Enjoy the episode as these four talk "globo gyms" "true health" and everything in between. 

 

Make sure to follow us on social - @elevateaddictionservices @angie.at.elevate

You can find us on the web -www.elevaterehab.org

With these current times, if you know anyone or are struggling with mental health/addiction yourself please reach out. There is help and there is hope, and there are solutions to these problems. Speak to our registration counselors at 831-740-8298

 

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Recovery with Rob Hannley

Recovery Today's Rob Hannley gives us the inside scoop on his sobriety, while talking to us about life obstacles and experiences.

The Naked Truth with Dona Speir

Ever wondered what it would be like to have a sober companion? Do you have a loved one struggling to stay sober after detox? Today we talk about the need for sober companionship during the initial stages of rehab and why it is so important to long-term success and how addiction coaching is different from therapy. 

Using a loving and supportive approach, Dona ensures that the individual and their family is up-to-date on their whereabouts and progress. Dona also discusses the process of writing her new book and how that changed her perspective about sharing her story. 

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About Dona: 

Dona is an author, speaker, recovery expert and couch. She is the CEO of Recovery Coaching Experts and a certified Addiction Counselor I and II, and a certified interventionist. Dona has been sober for 32 years, and counseled thousands of women.

Dona’s website: https://donaspeir.com/
Instagram: @donaspeirrecovery

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The art of group counseling with Thomas Legan.

Ever wondered what a peer-to-peer group counseling session would look like? Today we talk about the nuances of group counseling at Elevate. We will address why it is important not to prescribe clients but to use motivational interviewing to pull out their perspectives on their situation. 

Thomas is a group counselor/transport/ALL THE THINGS at Elevate. He’s been with us for more than 7 years! And today he shares his insights on group counseling dynamics, how Elevate’s program flips the script, and why he loves what he does. Stay tuned for this awesome episode!  

 

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Domestic Violence Awareness month with Carrie

Are you or a loved one a victim of domestic violence? Have you tried to get out of a sticky situation but couldn’t? Don’t miss out on this info-packed episode! Today we dig into addressing domestic violence calmly and presently and how that can help individuals make better choices for themselves and others. 

In today’s episode, we talk with Carrie G, the women’s counselor at EAS. With over ten years at Elevate, multiple volunteer positions, and certifications, Carrie is passionate about advocating for individuals who have experienced domestic violence.

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Domestic Violence Resources:
Walnut Avenue Women's and Family Center

24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-866-2MY-ALLY/1-866-269-2559

 

About Carrie

Carrie Grothendieck CADC, CWTS, FAC, Domestic Violence Counselor, and Victim Advocate

With a decade of experience in addiction treatment and recovery, Carrie Grothendick works as the Women’s Counselor (CWTS) at Elevate Addiction Services. Having battled addiction herself, Carrie feels strongly about helping people overcome their substance abuse. Carrie is also passionate about volunteering in the community as a domestic violence and victim advocate. Even on days where it all seems to go wrong, Carrie gets through it because she knows that it's only temporary, and helping others is worth the fight.

 

 

Health and Wellness with Leslie Ryan.

What is the role of family in addiction treatment?  How does someone feel when they first come into treatment?  Where is the line between helping and enabling and how do you treat someone who is undergoing detoxification in an addiction treatment facility?

 

Today we are joined by our Director of Health and Wellness, Leslie Ryan! This is an episode you won’t want to miss! We dive into the importance of rebuilding relationships in recovery and some common misconceptions about detoxing. 

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The North Star; Falling back on principle.

Have you ever considered the Core Values of a company before using their product or services?  When considering something as intimate as a drug and alcohol treatment program, we believe it’s a MUST!

In this episode, we dive into Elevate’s inner workings, core values, and why we insist on holding ourselves and each other to a higher standard. 

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