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The Benefits of Therapy (Chris Shorrock)
In this episode, Ryan and his guest, Chris Shorrock, a registered psychologist, explore the power of therapy and how it can improve your life.
Kevin Lee on his Path to Recovery
In this episode, Kevin takes us on a journey through his youth and shares how substance use took over his life... and almost ended it.
Raw and Unfiltered w/ David Pavlus
In this episode, a founder of Last Door Recovery Centre sits down with Rick and Ryan to talk recovery.
A Journey of Family Healing w/ Sonja Riddle
This week it's Sonja Riddle, of Legacy West Healing, an NPO providing programs designed for those who have witnessed someone they care about engaged in active addiction.
Recovery in the School System (Part 1 of 3)
This three-part special podcast series introduces an exciting collaboration between Our Collective Journey and Medicine Hat School Division.
Recovery in the School System (Part 2 of 3)
This three-part special podcast series introduces an exciting collaboration between Our Collective Journey and Medicine Hat School Division.
Recovery in the School System (Part 3 of 3)
This three-part special podcast series introduces an exciting collaboration between Our Collective Journey and Medicine Hat School Division.
Karma Boxing in Nevada
Come along for a wild ride as Grant shares his story from the streets of Las Vegas, NV to eventual incarceration. The concrete cell is where Grant decided it was time to start really living.
The Last Door Colin Needed to Open
In this episode, Colin talks with Rick and Ryan as to what his life looked like prior to teaching his darkest days and what turned his life towards recovery through the Last Door.
Dustin's Journey (PART 2)
In the second part of Dustin’s story he walks the listener through how dark his life had gotten before he hit bottom.
Dustin's Journey (PART 1)
In this two part journey Dustin takes us on an unbelievable ride through his life growing up in small town Alberta where he felt like an intruder in his own body until he found relief from alcohol.
Recovery on Campus with Dr. Victoria Burns
This week Ryan chats with Dr. Victoria Burns about how she uses her lived experience to create a safe space for students, faculty and staff in addictions recovery.
Ryan Gilfillan-From Active Addiction to becoming an Addiction Counsellor, Recovery Coach and owner of a Recovery Home
This week Ryan Gilfillan connects to share his hope-inspiring story of recovery.
Losing your Partner to Addiction w/ Kari
Kari lost her partner to active addiction in 2016 and as she shares her experience with this unfortunate event, the ripple effect of addiction is very clear and present.
Season 2: That's a Wrap!
The end of Season 2 is here. Ryan, Rick. and Brian McGrath recap this season along with all things OCJ from the last year.
Brian Reframes the Box
Amber and Ryan welcome Brian to the show again. Brian is one of the founders of Optimal Recovery Coaching Associates (ORCA) located in White Rock, BC and is also in long term recovery.
A Holistic Journey of Healing and Helping Others
Friend of OCJ, Pastor Dave Maneschyn joins Ryan to welcome this week’s guest Claire Rae. Claire shares parts of her early life and how addiction has stolen three very close people from her.
Formerly Incarcerated, Formerly Homeless, Recovering Addict: San Franciscan Tom Wolf
By the time Tom Wolf first encountered SF Police Officer Rob Gilson, his addiction was spinning out of control. Now in recovery, Tom uses his voice as a recovery advocate across the Country.
Hard Truths with Giuseppe Ganci
A strong recovery advocate from New Westminster, BC joins the show today. Giuseppe is the Director of Community Development for Last Door Recovery Society and a passionate voice for recovery.
Dr. Nathanial Day
This week we welcome a brilliant Doctor to the show. Dr. Nathanial Day is a Medical Director with AHS who is a driving force inside the Alberta’s Recovery Orientated System of Care (ROSC).
Money Back Guarantee
This week Jessica sits down to share her journey through addiction and into recovery. Like so many others, Jessica started experimenting with alcohol at a young age and didn’t think anything of it.
Social Contagion of Recovery w/ Dr. David Best
We are honoured to have this week guest join the show. With credentials and a resume too long to list, Dr. David Best undoubtedly brings a wealth of Recovery knowledge to our listeners.
Exploring Recovery Journeys with a Clinical Social Worker
Throughout the episode, Rhonda Hayward shares her therapeutic experience working in the areas of DBT, Borderline Personality Disorder, Trauma Therapy, and Substance Use Disorder.
Where Old Meets New
A lot of recovery in the room today! Rick and Ryan welcome Cal and Chris to the studio as they share some of their recovery stories. One has 42 years in recovery, the other.. only a few weeks.
Euphoric AF
This week Amber and Ryan welcome Karolina Rzadkowolska to the show. Karolina is a certified alcohol-free life coach who helps intuitive women make alcohol insignificant in their lives.
Jon's Recovery Journey
Realizing his story might help someone else take the steps into recovery, Jon is very open to sharing his story of how he went From Darkness to Life.
1 Year in "Drug Court"
Ashley shares her brave story with Ryan and Amber about her sobriety as she reaches her 1 year milestone! She shares how being in "drug court" & 12 steps have been key to her success in recovery.
What is a Recovery Coach?
Episode 17 explores what a recovery coach is and what it isn�t; the importance of building trust and rapport and how an RC can help empower individuals in their recovery journey.
Running Life now
Keeley openly discusses her negative relationship with alcohol and the consequences that she endured due to loss of control with the substance.
Concussion and Brain Injury Recovery
Dr. Ryan Comeau and Dr. James Skrenkowich join Ryan and Derrick to discuss concussions and the lasting effects on our mental health.
Lasting Effects of Childhood Traumas
One of the newest members of OCJ, Derrick, sits down with Poncho, Ryan and Amber to share his lived experience.
Recovery in the Deep South
National Addictions Awareness Week continues and this week Josh joins us this week from Hattiesburg, Mississippi to share his amazing story of RECOVERY.
Uncle Baby Billy Battles the Bottle
As part of National Addictions Awareness Week, OCJ has put together a 3 Part Recovery Series.
National Addictions Awareness Week (Nov 21 - 27)
National Addictions Awareness Week (NAAW) provides an opportunity for people in Canada to learn more about prevention, to talk about treatment and recovery, and to bring forward solutions for change.
Surviving on my Own Terms - Amber's Story
OCJ's newest team member talks about her story, her struggles, and how she overcame her addiction without the help of 12-step programs.
Welcome Back to OCJ - part 2
Amber and Derrick join Our Collective Journey and discuss how hearing others' experiences of resiliency, inspired them to take action and use their stories to help those who may be struggling.
Leave a Light On
This episode is a beauty! Lethbridge resident, Shehton Gallamore, drops in to share about his life in addiction and recovery. Sheh also discusses his �Leave a Light On Project�.
Recover Out Loud
This week our guest Troy Colmer shares his powerful story involving his relationship to alcohol while still functioning in society. Troy also speaks about his passion project, Sober Athletic Wear.
Recovery and the Community Connection
This week Mark Codlin joins OCJ to share his experience, strength and hope.
Climbing over Obstacles to Recovery
In this episode OCJ talks with Robin Innes about how she was able to eventually discover her relationship with alcohol was causing many of her own obstacles.
Lessons learned on the Road 2 Recovery (Part 1 of 2)
In this episode of From Darkness to Life, Ryan sits down with his recovery friend, Christa Kernohan, to discuss their journeys into long term recovery.
Mental Health, Addiction and Healing with Theoren Fleury
Theoren Fleury joins OCJ to discuss addiction, mental health, trauma and the subsequent work that goes into continuous recovery.
A Brief History of AA and 12 Step Recovery
Mark is a recovered alcoholic who shares his extensive knowledge of the history of the program that gave birth to all 12 step programs.
From Rock Bottom - Leah's Story
Leah is an extreme example of an inspiring individual who had to hit rock bottom before realizing that her life was worth something.
If you need help... reach out!
We've ALL been there (literally). Our Collective Journey offers a strength-based, solution-focused approach to changing your relationship with substances. We help you obtain the resources YOU decide on to begin building your recovery capital. There is no cost for this support!
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