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“Beyond Risk and Back” is a beacon of hope for parents grappling with the most harrowing challenges of teen parenting. This distinguished podcast, ranking in the top 3% of parenting podcasts globally, serves as an essential resource for mothers, fathers, and caregivers who are on the brink, of dealing with teenagers facing severe issues such as addiction, mental health crises, and the dangers of trafficking. Target Audience: The core listeners are parents—80% mothers—whose teenagers are not just at risk but are in the throes of life-threatening struggles. From dealing with the aftermath of suicide attempts and overdoses to battling the grip of addiction and the scars of abuse, the audience of “Beyond Risk and Back” seeks solace, understanding, and effective strategies to pull their children back from the edge. Content and Format: With over 275 compelling episodes, the podcast features a blend of expert insights and moving personal stories of recovery and resilience. Each episode spotlights survivors of the ”four A’s”—Addiction, Abuse, Assault, and Abandonment—offering their raw, unfiltered experiences to listeners as proof that a turnaround is within reach. Host Profile: The show is anchored by a veteran parent coach with 25 years of experience, who has also established and managed the most successful treatment center for teens in the U.S. for 15 years. His deep expertise provides listeners with tactics to navigate every conceivable family crisis. Scope of Topics: “Beyond Risk and Back” delves into provocative and urgent issues that today’s teens face daily. The range of topics is exhaustive—from the reality of active shooter drills and suicide to the complexities of teen sexuality and the dark world of trafficking. The podcast does not shy away from the gritty truths of video game addiction, pornography, drug abuse, self-harm, and personality disorders, ensuring that there is wisdom and guidance for every parent’s struggle. Mission: The mission is clear: to equip parents with the knowledge and tools to keep their teens alive and guide them toward a healthier future. For the seasoned audience members or those newly seeking guidance, “Beyond Risk and Back” is more than a podcast—it’s a community and a lifeline for parents in the most trying times.
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Wednesday Oct 11, 2017
Wednesday Oct 11, 2017
Shari received her Master’s degree in Social Work from University of Denver in 1993 and became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in 1995. She has had a 28 year career as Clinical Director and Therapist. She has run addiction treatment centers, teen mother homes, psychiatric facilities and was founder of a teen homeless shelter in Colorado.
Shari was asked to become a consultant by the State Department given her expertise in training mental health therapists, counselors and CEO’s on how to implement evidenced based practices and trauma informed care. Her unique approach has helped countless organizations fine tune their mission, develop organizational strategic goals, implement tools that enhance programming and hardwired behavior standards.
She is currently an Adjunct Professor for several universities in both graduate colleges of Social Work and Psychology, teaching students on Crisis/Trauma, Mental Health issues and Management/Administration.
Shari has spent the past eighteen years studying resiliency, vulnerability and the enduring self- sabotaging thoughts that are often the result of trauma. She is the co-author of Which Way?, a memoir and psychological handbook on trauma for survivors, clinicians, and anyone who wants to understand and celebrate just how resilient the human spirit is. Which Way? explores the questions we all have to answer about which path we will take in life to become who we were born to be vs. who we were destined to be.
Shari is also the Clinical Director at Fire Mountain Residential Treatment Center.
www.sharisimmons.com