Recovering Boldly with Quest Center

Join Quest as we talk with Licensed Massage Therapist Misty Fall (they/them) about their body work, as well as their workshops with the Portland Grief House. Learn more about their upcoming Grief and Rage workshop, as well as their "Painting Portraits of Your Dead" 4 week series. Tickets are available at griefhouse.or Learn more about Quest Center at www. Quest-Center.org Hosted on Acast. See acas...

This week, I sit down with an inspiring guest who transformed her HIV diagnosis into a driving force for advocacy, policy work, and community building within the HIV-positive community. Together, we unpack the misconceptions she held before her diagnosis, the realities of living with HIV, and the stigma that continues to shape public perception and personal experiences. We also discuss how storyte...

In this episode, we share Jamie’s powerful journey from years of chronic pain, medical dismissal, and isolation to healing, confidence, and deep community involvement. Jamie reflects on growing up with unexplained injuries and autoimmune conditions, the emotional toll of not being believed, and how those experiences left her feeling invisible and disconnected. Her story takes a turning point when...

In this episode, we share Jamie’s powerful journey from years of chronic pain, medical dismissal, and isolation to healing, confidence, and deep community involvement. Jamie reflects on growing up with unexplained injuries and autoimmune conditions, the emotional toll of not being believed, and how those experiences left her feeling invisible and disconnected. Her story takes a turning point when...

In this powerful episode, we follow Lawrence, a man whose life has been marked by courage and the search for authenticity. After growing up Mormon in Utah and spending 25 years in Los Angeles, where he was able to come out and embrace his identity, Lawrence moved to Portland seeking a fresh start. What he didn’t expect was how deeply he would need community, and how profoundly he would find it. La...

In this episode, I sit down with Roger, a dedicated recovery professional who brings both personal experience and deep compassion to his work. We explore the importance of culturally responsive care in the recovery field and why truly meeting people where they're at, without judgment, is a vital part of the healing process. Roger shares insights from his own journey in recovery and reflects on the...

In this episode of Recovering Boldly, Nichole speaks candidly about rebuilding trust with her children, surviving gang-related gun violence, navigating the complexities of sex work, and reclaiming her identity after addiction. Now a certified peer support specialist, Nichole uses her lived experience to guide others through their own recovery journeys. This episode is honest, unexpectedly funny at...

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, we sit down with Daniella (she/her/ellas), a Peer Support Specialist in recovery, who shares her remarkable journey of healing and self-discovery. From growing up in a traditional Mexican/Puerto Rican household to navigating addiction and profound betrayal, Toni opens up about the pain and strength of transformation. She also reflects on her gender tra...

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of sexual assault and suicide, which may be distressing for some listeners. Please take care while listening, and prioritize your well-being. In this episode, I sit down with Ronda as she shares her powerful journey — from surviving sexual assault and pursuing a career as a rapper, to battling methamphetamine addiction later in life. Ronda opens u...

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of sexual assault and suicide, which may be distressing for some listeners. Please take care while listening, and prioritize your well-being. In this episode, I sit down with Ronda as she shares her powerful journey — from surviving sexual assault and pursuing a career as a rapper, to battling methamphetamine addiction later in life. Ronda opens u...

This week on the podcast, we sit down with Eloise Hoatlin: a mother in recovery, small business owner, and powerful advocate for accessible wellness spaces. From her journey as a client in Quest Center’s substance use treatment program to becoming a provider herself, Eloise shares candid reflections on healing, motherhood, and the importance of creating inclusive spaces—like her community-focused...

Recovering Boldly with Quest Center is a space where we celebrate real stories of resilience, healing, and transformation. Each episode, we’ll talk with inspiring guests who share their journeys navigating mental health challenges, addiction, chronic pain, and more—offering honest insight, and celebrating the courage it takes to reclaim hope and live boldly as your authentic self. In our first epi...