Recovery Talks

Mandy Nunes, Certified Behavioral Health Peer Support Specialist at Rimrock in Billings talks about her experience in the drug court system. She discusses how her lived experience informs her work as a peer supporter.

January is often a time to evaluate our goals. Many people make New Year's resolutions but most do not complete them. Actively crating goals and plans to reach your goals can help! Jim and Andi talk about their experience setting goals and tips to help you.

The first in our new Recovery Roundtable series. This is a freeform discussion of recovery and peer support topics. Jim Hajny (MPN Executive Director), Ashley McLean (MPN Recovery Coach Supervisor), and Todd Tecca (Peer Support Specialist) talk about how ego can get in the way of effective peer support, how to build structure, and share some personal stores.

Certified Behavioral Health Peer Support Specialist Laurie Pope talks about her recent struggles in recovery and how she overcame some significant obstacles by using the tools she has taught others as a peer supporter. Laurie uses the 8 Dimensions of Wellness, 10 Guiding Principles, and Wellness Recovery Action Planning to maintain her recovery. This podcasts contains subject matter that may be di...

Jim, Ashley, and Andi quickly highlight the MPN accomplishments of 2019.

Jim and Andi talk about peer respites and how they can impact mental health services. Learn what respites are and how effective they are in helping people stay out of crises. Information about peer respites can be found at peerrespite.net.

Jim and Ashley discuss the connection between physical health and mental health. they share their own experiences and talk about some tips to keep yourself well.

Julio Brionez of Mental Health America of Montana interviewed Robin Johnson in 2013 when Montana's Peer Network received our first grant from SAMHSA. Robin talks about the Healthy Mind, Healthy Bodies Project.

Jim and Andi discuss the details of the recently awarded Peer Advocacy and Leadership Project grant funded through Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Our goal is to increase leadership and advocacy skills of consumers and support their involvement in the behavioral health system in Montana.

Jim and Andi discuss the challenges that can come up during the holidays. Maintaining your recovery during this stressful time can be difficult but having a plan can help you navigate the holidays successfully.

Andi talks with Michelle Lewis and Mike Smith of Wellness Consultants about Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP). Learn what WRAP is and how it can help you in your recovery. WRAP information is available at copelandcenter.com or you can email Michelle and Mike at wellness.consultants@q.com.

Jim and Andi talk about gratitude and its affect on recovery. There are many ways to express gratitude and it can be an important part of your recovery toolbox.

Todd Tecca talks about his experience as a peer supporter. From building a trust relationship to avoiding secondary trauma, and learning how best to support people on their recovery journey, Todd shares his own philosophy on peer support.

Jim and Andi walk through all of the training offered by MPN. From workshops aimed at consumers of behavioral health services to advanced training for certified Behavioral Health Peer Support Specialists, MPN offers a wide range of training, many of which are free! Check out all of our trainings at mtpeernetwork.org/training.

Andi talks to Brent Morris, MPN Board Vice President and former President about serving on boards and advisory councils. Brent shares his experiences and advice for those who are interested in getting involved with organizations.

Jima nd Andi talk about the 8 Dimensions of Wellness-Emotional, Physical, Spiritual, Occupational, Intellectual, Financial, Social, and Environmental. These concepts can help you start your recovery or move forward from where you are.

MPN Board Member Greg Arciello shares his experience integrating running and a plant based diet into his recovery.

Jim and Andi address some common questions that come in to Montana's Peer Network. Who we are, what we do, and how we can help you in your recovery.

Andi talks advocacy with Joel Paden, Advocacy Coordinator at Montana Independent Living Project. Advocacy doesn't mean just talking to elected officials about systems change. It can also be learning how to use your expertise about yourself to ensure that you are getting the best services possible. A good starting point is at one of the independent Living centers in Montana: Montana Independent Liv...

Jim and Andi talk about recovery programs beyond 12 Step and WRAP options. They discuss LifeRing (https://www.lifering.org/), Alternatives to Suicide (https://www.westernmassrlc.org/alternatives-to-suicide), Hearing Voices Network (https://www.hearingvoicesusa.org/), White Bison (http://www.whitebison.org/), The Sanctuary Model S.E.L.F. (http://sanctuaryweb.com), Recovery International (https://re...

Jim and Andi talk about the upcoming Recovery Conference September 6 in Helena.

MPN Recovery Coach, Ashley McLean shares her tips for individuals who are just leaving an inpatient treatment program. Whether you are returning to your home and community or transitioning to a sober living home, there are some things that make those first few days and weeks a little easier.

Katie, MPN's Peer Services Coordinator talks about the new Peer Support in the Criminal Justice System training available from MPN. This comprehensive training is based on the Sequential Intercept Model (SIM) and is vital in ensuring the highest quality peer support services in the criminal justice system. You can learn more about this training at https://mtpeernetwork.org/ps-in-cj.

Need a break from the heat? Try some popsicles! Jim and Andi take a break from the typical podcast to compare brands and flavors of popsicles.

Jim and Andi talk about their experiences after leaving inpatient treatment. What to do in those first few days when you return home and how to prepare for the possibility of hospitalization. They offer tips for family and friends as well as individuals who are hospitalized.