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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.
Episodes
Thursday Mar 12, 2020
Thursday Mar 12, 2020
Kids have been given them, and parents have them in their medicine cabinets. Are we all clear on hos dangerous this is? In a return guest appearance, Dr. Pohl gives us the lowdown on this dangerous prescription drug. Dr. Pohl is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Nevada School of Medicine. He was elected by his peers for inclusion in Best Doctors in America® from 2009 to present. He is the author of A Day Without Pain (Central Recovery Press) and The Pain Antidote - Stop Suffering from Chronic Pain, Avoid Addiction to Painkillers, and Reclaim Your Life with Kathy Ketcham (DaCapo Press).
Thursday Mar 05, 2020
Friday Feb 28, 2020
Friday Feb 28, 2020
Jennifer tells her incredible story of addiction and recovery in this episode of Rock Bottom, a NEW Beyond Risk and Back Series. From hopeless to leadership. From funerals to filmmaking. Jennifer's story is pure and powerful.
Jennifer Gonzales is the founder of HealthGenYZ, an organization supporting the health of young adults. HealthGenYZ provides insights on health issues and opportunities for young adults and their families, donations to schools, charities, nonprofits, and scholarship opportunities as well as large giveaways and random prizes to enhance the lives of our readers. Support us for free by signing up for our newsletter at https://healthgenyz.com/newsletter/ or taking one of our surveys at https://healthgenyz.com/hgyz_surveys/
One of Jennifer's donations with HealthGenYZ was to co-executive produce a web series created by and starring extremely talented young adults called Generation Z web series found on YouTube. The series follows 5 teens in a therapy support group addressing issues prevalent in teens today such as anxiety, depression, anger, bulimia, and familial stress.
Before starting HealthGenYZ, Jennifer has worked for over 15 years in the health and employee benefits industry. Currently, she also works with employers to reduce overall healthcare costs and increase workplace productivity by engaging employees in cost-saving behaviors with HooPayz. She also continues to run a prescription assistance program called Oregon Rx Card that donates back to Children’s Miracle Network of Hospitals. Jennifer also enjoys cooking, reading, listening to podcasts, audiobooks and playing with her dog.
Jennifer is grateful to hear any feedback or interest you may have, you can reach her at jenn@healthgenyz.com.
Genearation Z webseries https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcvsK8Qis84y8ypA-5syQPg
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Thursday Feb 27, 2020
Thursday Feb 27, 2020
Gordon Woods (Mentor Team Leader) and Stacie Lucius ( Chief of Clinical Services) work for WestBridge Treatment Center in New Hampshire. WestBridge is a non-profit organization that specializes in the treatment of co-occurring mental illness and substance use disorders. WestBridge provides both residential treatment and community-based outpatient treatment for adult men with dual disorders using evidence-based practices that have been proven to work.
Friday Feb 21, 2020
Friday Feb 21, 2020
Counter-Terrorism, Military Police, Math Teacher, Dad.
After 25 years of active service, Major Gallagher finally had the opportunity to begin his teaching career. He took a position as a high school math teacher and changed his title to Mr. Gallagher. While teaching, he became concerned about the policies and procedures around school shooting and felt there was a better way. He began researching all aspects of this issue. Using his math background, he dove into the statistical analysis of the shootings and then began researching the psychology and sociology behind these events. Finally, his research included laws regarding information sharing about ‘at risk’ students among school administrators and teachers, finding major errors in the understanding of the law by administrators, limiting the sharing of information, endangering staff and students. Based on his research, Joe is now writing a book to share his findings, with the hope of improving school security and improving mental health support for at-risk students. Joe and Aaron speak frankly about HOW to talk to children about gunmen in their schools.
Thursday Feb 20, 2020
Thursday Feb 20, 2020
Linda Hurley has worked in substance abuse treatment and behavioral healthcare for more than 25 years. She has been with CODAC since 1991 and, in 2016, was named CODAC’s President/CEO. Under Ms. Hurley’s leadership, CODAC was the first Opioid Treatment Program in the nation to receive Health Home certification and the first OTP in RI to be designated as a Center of Excellence.
Ms. Hurley has been a leader in working to effect policy change in RI, serving on numerous boards and coalitions. She has also been called as a consultant for state and federal agencies, including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Admin. (SAMHSA) and the United States Senate.
Thursday Feb 13, 2020
Thursday Feb 13, 2020
Dr. McGee is currently the Chief Medical Officer of The Haven, a psychiatric treatment facility located in the Central Coast of California that specializes in the treatment of addictions.
Dr. McGee is Board Certified in General Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, and Psychosomatic Medicine. He has extensive experience in addictions treatment and general adult psychiatry. Dr. McGee is also the author of “The Joy of Recovery: A Comprehensive Guide to Healing from Addiction.”
Monday Feb 10, 2020
Monday Feb 10, 2020
Rick Fisher...otherwise known as "The Fish" has a story of Baseball, Dark Days, and Salvation that is incredible. From a rough childhood to Vietnam, to Heroin, to suicide, to redemption and the one constant was the simple fact that he was "Still Pitching" throughout it all. His story has gone from a powerful biography written by Bill Rogan to a Motion Picture by Tri-Rahn Productions. Join your host Aaron Huey, Producer, and Cinematographer Scott McClannahan and Rick Fisher himself in this unforgettable episode.
Thursday Feb 06, 2020
Thursday Feb 06, 2020
Gregory Koufacos is the founder and CEO of Velocity Mentoring and an addiction professional with almost 15 years of experience. He holds a Master’s Degree in Psychology from The New School for Social Research, is a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and a Nationally Certified Recovery Coach. Gregory is an addiction recovery and breakthrough specialist trusted by the best programs in the country to work with their team and clients.
Thursday Jan 23, 2020
Thursday Jan 23, 2020
David Wiss, MS, RDN, CPT, grew up in Los Angeles, graduating from the University of Southern California with a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science. He earned a Master’s Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics at California State University, Northridge, and completed training to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).
For many years Mr. Wiss has been a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Additionally, he is an active member of the Behavioral Health Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group, and is on the executive board of the Los Angeles District of the California Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.