The Hanley Effect Podcast - Addiction and Mental Health

Episode Overview: In this powerful episode of The Hanley Effect , Dr. John Dyben and Dr. Rachel Docekal sit down with Bart Ross, Recovery Services Manager at Hanley Center. Bart, a true beacon of hope for those struggling with addiction, shares his journey from early struggles with alcoholism to finding purpose and a life of spiritual recovery. Bart discusses his passion for helping others and the...

In this episode of The Hanley Effect , hosts Dr. John Dyben and Dr. Rachel Docekal welcome Matt Williams, the founder of FROPRO, a thriving health-focused snack company with roots in addiction recovery. Matt shares his powerful story of overcoming addiction, building a community, and creating a brand that inspires others. This episode dives deep into themes of resilience, recovery, entrepreneurshi...

In this powerful episode, co-hosts Dr. John Dyben and Dr. Rachel Docekal talk with Dr. Heather Howard and Alli Jimenez, key figures behind Hanley Center's Casa Flores, a transformative program providing compassionate, trauma-informed care for pregnant and postpartum women in recovery. Together, they discuss breaking stigma, addressing intergenerational trauma, and building relationships as the fou...

The holiday season is here, and with it comes the joy—and challenges—of family gatherings. In this special Thanksgiving episode of The Hanley Effect , our hosts tackle a critical topic: how to navigate Thanksgiving as someone in early sobriety. From awkward dinner table moments to supportive conversations with family, we explore practical tips and heartfelt advice for fostering connection and main...

In this compelling episode of The Hanley Effect , hosts Dr. Rachel Docekal and John Dyben are joined by special guests Turner Benoit, Chief Philanthropy Officer at Hanley Foundation, and Niki T, a former patient and advocate in addiction recovery. Niki shares her powerful journey from addiction to becoming a successful advocate, mother, and professional in the field of forensic social work. Turner...

Show Notes for The Hanley Effect Podcast - Episode with Joshua Love Episode Overview: In this insightful episode of The Hanley Effect , hosts Dr. John Dyben and Dr. Rachel Docekal sit down with Joshua Love, the Clinical Director of Headwaters. With warmth and humor, they explore Joshua’s journey into the addiction and mental health field, his passion for family support, and Headwaters' innovative...

Tune in this week for a truly inspiring episode as we welcome Steve Campana, a retired firefighter/paramedic and EMS captain with an impressive 32-year career in the fire service! After dedicating his life to helping others (but don't let him hear you call him a hero!), Steve now focuses on assisting individuals battling addiction. He shares his transformative journey from the adrenaline-fueled wo...

In this episode, we are also joined by Jerry Moe, MA., an infectiously passionate advocate for children impacted by addiction, to discuss his remarkable journey and the incredibly pivotal work that he is doing with Sesame Street . Jerry is the Senior Clinical Advisor at National Association for Children Impacted by Addiction (NACoA). He is the National Director of Children's Programs, Emeritus, at...

In this episode, we explore the complex relationship between mental health and addiction. We tackle the pressing issue of mental health stigma in today’s society, despite the increasing openness around these discussions. John shares a powerful analogy about casseroles, illustrating how society readily supports physical ailments but often shies away from offering the same kindness to those facing m...

Welcome, everyone, to Hanley Effect, a podcast in association with Hanley Foundation . Whether it's recovering from addiction, trauma, mental health challenges or any other life obstacles, this podcast is your safe space for inspiration, guidance, and real stories of triumph! CEO of Hanley Foundation, Dr. Rachel Docekal, as well as Hanley’s Chief of Research and Innovation, Dr. John Dyben, discuss...