Rooted Recovery Stories

The seats have been swapped and roles reversed for this special episode. Guest host, Erica Frances from WKRN News 2, joins the show to interview show host, Patrick Custer, about his journey fighting for his life through brain tumor diagnosis, surgeries, and subsequent medical complications. This is a story of hope, perseverance and resilience that will resonate with anyone needing encouragement –...

We are talking to Dr. Ivan Stoev, the Neurosurgeon who helped our storyteller from last week, Victoria, begin her sudden journey to healing. Dr. Stoev shares from his perspective about what makes Victoria’s case unique in addition to the remarkable adversities he overcame in order to help save her life today!  Through December, Rooted Recovery Stories will be collaborating with Nashville Neur...

Can you imagine being states away from home, on a different continent from your family, when the sudden onset of acute-unknown symptoms force you into the emergency room for the first time in your life. You’re young, athletic and have every reason to believe you’re perfectly healthy. But within 24-hours of being admitted to the hospital, you’re in the operating room for brain surgery.  This i...

Darice shares her journey of how a life-altering accident forced her to approach life differently. She says that perseverance and a positive perspective was essential for surviving through her pain. However, when it began interfering with her quality of life, ability to show up as a mother and perform at her job, she knew it was time to get help. Tune in to find out about Darice's special tie to t...

Mike Marjama, former Major League Baseball player for the Seattle Mariners, shares his life’s story with host, Patrick Custer, and how he once struggled with disordered eating that threatened his ability to play the sport he loves. Today, Marjama is open about his personal journey to inspire others, especially men and boys, to seek to help and support they deserve. Michael Marjama Insta: www.insta...

National recovery coach and speaker on addiction, mental heath & traumatic brain injury, and founder of the non-profit Recover Wisely, Daniel Henderson, shares about finding hope and recovery just a few years before a severe hiking accident left his life hanging in the balance. Daniel fell 200ft off the side of a cliff, an ordeal that left him in a medically-induced coma for 3½ weeks and a hos...

Trauma survivor, LGBTQIA advocate & licensed mental health therapist, Ashley Hampton, shares her story of healing and trauma recovery from the spiritual abuse she experienced as a result of being raised in a high-control religious movement that she and many other ex-members have since identified as a cult. _________________________ Promises Behavioral Health: Need help for addiction, mental he...

From staring in Baywatch & multiple reality TV shows to the fashion world of endorsement and show-hosting, making his own music and touring the country and now most importantly being an advocate and person in long-term recovery, our guest today, Jeremy Jackson, has just about done it all! Jeremy rose to fame in childhood and shares how all the affirmation, positive attention and accolades he r...

From staring in Baywatch & multiple reality TV shows to the fashion world of endorsement and show-hosting, making his own music and touring the country and now most importantly being an advocate and person in long-term recovery, our guest today, Jeremy Jackson, has just about done it all! Jeremy rose to fame in childhood and shares how all the affirmation, positive attention and accolades he recei...

Grammy nominated and Dove award winning gospel music artist, Jody McBrayer shares his journey through mental health struggles and trauma to finding hope & healing through his faith and professional mental health services. Jody is best known for being a member of the award-winning groups Avalon and Cana’s Voice. In addition to his group endeavors, Jody is also a solo artist, speaker, and worshi...

Jordan Thomas shares his journey through trauma, addiction to a life of authenticity, hope & recovery! In 2005 Jordan Thomas lost both his legs below the knee in a boating accident. In this episode he shares about how genetics and unresolved trauma flipped a switch turning on the disease of addiction in his life. However, his story is complex, with highs and lows through it all. While in the h...

Recovery Coach, musician & public speaker, David Hampton, CPRC, shares his journey through addiction to a life of authenticity, hope & recovery! Promises Behavioral Health: Need help for addiction, mental health/trauma? Call: (888) 648-4098 URL: www.promisesbehavioralhealth.com Insta: www.instagram.com/promises_bh David Hampton URL: www.davidhamptoncprc.com Insta: www.instagram.com/davidbh...

Dawn Nickel, Founder of SHE RECOVERS® Foundation, is a thought leader in the women's recovery sphere as well as an accomplished leader, dedicated researcher, and visionary in the recovery moment. She holds a Ph. D. in health care policy with extensive experience in researching and writing about women experiencing substance use disorders, mental health challenges, and intimate partner violence. Daw...

Psychotherapist, person in long-term eating disorder recovery & recovery advocate, Courtney Grimes, LCSW, shares about her journey through trauma and process addiction to a life of authenticity, hope & recovery! Courtney is the founder of the Collective, extended outpatient program for anxiety & depression. She also serves as the Clinical Director for Renewed, a statewid...

Celebrity chef, former TV host, New York Times Best-Selling Author & recovery advocate shares about his journey through trauma and addiction to a life of authenticity, hope & recovery! Need help for addiction, mental health/trauma? Call (888) 648-4098 or visit us online at www.promisesbehavioralhealth.com Links: https://www.instagram.com/hseanbrock https://www.instagram.com/audreynashville...

Braunwyn Windham-Burke: Former actress on Bravo's Housewives of Orange County, mother of 7, activist & recovery advocate shares how her journey through trauma, many episodes of addiction, life on TV, a huge family dynamic shift, asking for help and getting second chances has brought her to a life of authenticity, hope & recovery! Need help for addiction, mental health/trauma? Call (888) 64...

Rooted Recovery Stories Episode 66 | Founder of Sober A.F. Entertainment, Duke Rumely, shares his journey through addiction to a life of authenticity, hope & recovery! This series is brought to you by Promises Behavioral Health's Rooted Alumni Community. If you or a loved one are struggling and ready to ask for help, call our admissions center at (888) 648-4098 or visit us online at www.promis...

Coordinator of Collegiate Recovery for the University of Alabama, Jaime Garza, shares his journey through trauma & addiction to a life of authenticity, hope & recovery! This series is brought to you by Promises Behavioral Health's Rooted Alumni Community. If you or a loved one are struggling and ready to ask for help, call our admissions center at (888) 648-4098 or visit us online at www.p...

Trauma therapist and Wildheart Meditation Center Co-Director, Andrew Chapman, shares his journey through trauma & addiction to a life of authenticity, hope & recovery! This series is brought to you by Promises Behavioral Health's Rooted Alumni Community. If you or a loved one are struggling and ready to ask for help, call our admissions center at (888) 648-4098 or visit us online at www.pr...

Nick Choate shares his journey through sex addiction/intimacy disorder to a life of integrity, authenticity, hope & recovery! This series is brought to you by Promises Behavioral Health's Rooted Alumni Community. If you or a loved one are struggling and ready to ask for help, call our admissions center at (888) 648-4089 or visit us online at www.promisesbehavioralhealth.com

Darren Hobbs shares his journey through addiction, hope & recovery! This series is brought to you by Promises Behavioral Health's Rooted Alumni Community. If you or a loved one are struggling and ready to ask for help, call our admissions center at (877) 351-7504 or visit us online at www.promisesbehavioralhealth.com

Lauren K. shares her story of addiction struggles, hope & recovery! This series is brought to you by Promises Behavioral Health's Rooted Alumni Community. If you or a loved one are struggling and ready to ask for help, call our admissions center at (877) 351-7504 or visit us online at www.promisesbehavioralhealth.com

Former guitarist for Head PE & Korn, author & founder of Rock To Recovery, Wes Geer, shares his journey through addiction to recovery and staying sober while building his career in the hectic music industry. This series is brought to you by Promises Behavioral Health's Rooted Alumni Community. If you or a loved one are struggling and ready to ask for help, call our admissions center at (87...

A look into the life of an author, public speaker & former pastor who struggled silently for years with sex addiction and intimacy disorders before finding recovery. This series is brought to you by Promises Behavioral Health's Rooted Alumni Community. If you or a loved one are struggling and ready to ask for help, call our admissions center at (877) 351-7504 or visit us online at www.promises...

Former Mayor of Nashville, Megan Barry, shares about her early life, career and her journey through family struggles and parenting an adult child in active addiction who ultimately lost his battle through overdose. This series is brought to you by Promises Behavioral Health's Rooted Alumni Community. If you or a loved one are struggling and ready to ask for help, call our admissions center at...