Stuff That Matters - A New Hope Podcast

New Hope Treatment Centers - Matt Simon, Mike O'Connor, Patrick Puzzo
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Stuff that Matters is an interview-based show centered around important voices in the broader human services space that have something to say about something...that matters. Primarily long-form, occasionally short-form, free flowing interviews. The focus is not only on the guests themselves, but also the issues they represent. Ranging from mental health, childcare, substance abuse, healthcare and various hard-hitting topics. This podcast can truly be a game-changer and great outlet for so many. Hosts: New Hope Treatment Center's (Rock Hill, SC) Matt Simon, Mike O'Connor and Patrick Puzzo.

  1. Oct 27

    Stuff that Matters, Ep. 50 - Dr. Chan Hellman and Dr. Angela Pharris, Hope, Research, Goals, University of Oklahoma

    Welcome to a very special milestone—our 50th episode of Stuff That Matters! For an organization with “Hope” in its name, we couldn’t imagine a more fitting way to celebrate than with two guests who have dedicated their careers to understanding hope—and helping people put it into practice. Joining us are Dr. Chan Hellman and Dr. Angela Pharris from the University of Oklahoma. Dr. Hellman is a professor, founding director of the Hope Research Center, and co-author of Hope Rising: How the Science of Hope Can Change Your Life. His research explores how hope can help children and adults overcome trauma and adversity. Dr. Pharris is an associate professor, director of the Child Welfare Impact Institute, and senior researcher at the Hope Research Center. Her work brings hope-centered, trauma-informed practices into child welfare and human services—supporting young people, families, and the professionals who serve them. Their research gives us a meaningful way to think about the work we do at New Hope: helping young people envision a future they want and find pathways toward it. As we celebrate episode 50, thank you to every guest who has shared their story and every listener who has joined us along the way. (00:01:30-00:13:20) – We learn a little about Dr. Chan and Dr. Pharris as well as their research on what Hope is. (00:13:21-00:35:33) – The importance of setting goals to provide a pathway for hope. Hope assessment and the variables that allow people to be more hopeful. (00:35:34-00:39:40) – Maslow’s hierarchy of needs and the connection to hope theory. (00:41:27-00:54:46) – When they started to fully understand the meaning of hope through their studies and lived experiences. (00:54:48-01:05:24) – The concepts of hope and how it’s related to suicide. Dr. Chan’s personal story. (01:05:27) – The Stuff that Matters. Subscribe and like, rate and review. You can watch full episodes on YOUTUBE. Check out our to learn more about New Hope on our WEBSITE.

    Stuff that Matters, Ep. 50 - Dr. Chan Hellman and Dr. Angela Pharris, Hope, Research, Goals, University of Oklahoma

  2. Oct 22

    Best of the Stuff that Matters - Celebrating 50 Episodes

    As we get ready to release our 50th episode, we look back at some of the best 'Stuff that Matters' responses! When we started this podcast in 2023, we weren't quite sure how it would be received. What we did know is that we would amplify voices and provide our guests a platform to share their stories and passions. From friends in the industry, to mutual connections, recommendations and new connections, we've amassed nearly 7,000 views and listens across YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. We can't thank every single guest enough for giving us their time and honest perspectives, and we look forward to more conversations about the STUFF THAT MATTERS.

  3. Oct 14

    New Hope's 'Start with Compassion' Meditation

    Our Mental Health Ambassador, Kiara Grace Nalle takes you through a peaceful journey.

  4. Oct 8

    Stuff that Matters, Ep. 49 - Monica Johnson, 988, Suicide Prevention & Awareness, Mental Health

    Monica Johnson, MA, LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) is a state and federal government executive leadership and has worked in the behavioral health field for 26 years and most recently served as the nation's first Director for 988 and Crisis Coordinating Office at SAMHSA. Prior to this she served as the Interim Commissioner for the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD). Prior to this role she served as the Division Director for the Division of Behavioral Health for 8 years, the Community Mental Health Director for 3 years, and the Child & Adolescent Mental Health Director for 1 year. Ms. Johnson has directed a plethora of behavioral health service areas at the government policy level. she has led teams of seasoned leaders for 988 & Behavioral Crisis Coordinating services, Adult Mental Health, Addictive Diseases, Children, Young Adults & Families, Deaf Services, Recovery, Prevention & Federal Grants & Culture Competency, Field Operations & more. Ms. Johnson has managed extensive budgets of over $600 million dollars, development of the strategic plan for community behavioral health programs, the development and oversight of policies and behavioral health practices, program development, and workforce development. Ms. Johnson is a seasoned executive leader with a proven track record of success. Over the last couple of decades Ms. Johnson has led the formation of several high-profile change initiatives, project management, chaired several collaborations, and served as a board member for a variety of governing boards. Ms. Johnson has worked in community behavioral health in a variety of clinical, management and leadership roles, including program development and implementation of federally funded initiatives. Ms. Johnson has overseen and successfully implemented several programs funded through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Bureau of Justice Assistance, Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention & Department of Education. Ms. Johnson earned an undergraduate degree in Psychology (minor in Communications) from Kennesaw State University and a graduate degree in Professional Counseling / Psychology at Argosy University. Ms. Johnson is a proud Alumnus of the Georgetown University Leadership Academy and a recipient of the Intensive Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Schizophrenia Certification at the Aaron T. Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy in Philadelphia. Ms. Johnson is also a distinguished fellow in the Milbank Memorial Fund Leadership Fellows Program. If you or someone you know is struggling, visit the WEBSITE or call or text 988, available 24/7. To learn more about The Calm and the Storm. (00:1:40-00:09:59) – Her background and origin story of 988, the National Suicide Hotline. Difference between 988 and 911. (00:10:01-00:14:25) – CIT training for law enforcement. (00:14:26-00:27:18) – Her experience in Washington DC, enacting change and creating legislature to combat suicide in America. How Her time in direct care working at a psychiatric residential treatment facility (PRTF) shaped her. (00:29:06-00:45:44) – Her involvement in the upcoming documentary, The Calm and the Storm. Where we are in society to make 988 a household name. (00:45:46-00:50:58) – Story about healthcare system hurdles. (00:50:59) – The Stuff that Matters. Subscribe and like, rate and review. You can watch full episodes on YOUTUBE. Check out our to learn more about New Hope on our WEBSITE.

  5. Sep 9

    Stuff that Matters, Ep. 48 - Dr. Natasha Donnelly, Mental Health, Suicide Awareness, Cedar Oaks Clinic, Research

    PMHNP-BC, APRN, and Sociologist with a Ph.D. focused on narrative analysis to inform suicide awareness. (00:01:40-00:10:36) – Her background and origin story getting into the mental health world. Her early studies and research. (00:10:37-00:14:23) – Standards that limited what she could do with patients earlier in her career and the early days of Cedar Oaks Clinic. (00:14:24-00:24:16) – The differences and similarities between how mental health and suicide is treated in the UK vs. the US. Personal stories of clients and patients she has helped. (00:24:18-00:34:25) – The importance of narrative and language as it pertains the suicide and simply checking in with someone struggling. (00:36:12-00:48:13) - How to shift someone’s mindset and inject positive thoughts into one’s life. Themes and trends that she has seen amongst her clients and the root cause of struggles. (00:48:15) – More about Cedar Oaks and the Stuff that Matters. Subscribe and like, rate and review. You can watch full episodes on YOUTUBE. Check out our  to learn more about New Hope on our WEBSITE.

  6. Aug 28

    Stuff that Matters, Ep. 47 - Mary Kathryn Elkins, Child Advocacy, Charlotte, Child Abuse, Non-Profit

    Mary Kathryn Elkins is the Senior Director of Programs for the Child Advocacy Center of Charlotte. Children’s Advocacy Center of Charlotte, formerly known as Pat’s Place Child Advocacy Center, is a nonprofit organization that coordinates the investigation, prosecution and treatment of the most severe cases of child abuse in Mecklenburg County. Mary Kathryn strives to impact systems of care to reduce barriers to treatment for clients and to provide secondary-traumatic stress informed leadership to direct care professionals. Using years of experience in higher education, small business management, non-profit work, and health and human services, she applies a keen eye to problem solving and strategic planning and am always working to move processes forward.Utilizing experience as a nonprofit manager and a mental health clinician, she translates data to help tell the story of the incredible work being done at Pat’s Place. In addition to her MSW and clinical licensure, Elkins hold a graduate certificate in Play Therapy from UNCC and am a Certified Child and Adolescent Trauma Professional. She is also trained in PCIT therapy for children ages 2-6 with profound behavioral concerns and am rostered by PCIT International. (00:01:43-00:14:34) – Her background and the Child Advocacy Center of Charlotte. (00:14:35-00:28:22) – Diving more into the CAC. (00:30:39-00:44:55) – Technology's impact on the CAC; the impact on referrals and reach. The UNC School of Social Works Jordan Institute Fellowships. (00:44:56-00:48:37) – The power of perspective especially pertaining to the work of Child Advocacy Center. (00:48:39) – The Stuff that Matters Subscribe and like, rate and review. You can watch full episodes on YOUTUBE. Check out our  to learn more about New Hope on our WEBSITE.

  7. Jul 31

    Hope Grown - Bree Huckeby, Direct Care, Community Liaison, South Carolina, Residential Services

    Bree Huckeby began her career at New Hope as a Direct Care staff working with the communities, primarily the young girls at the facility in Rock Hill, SC. She left for a couple of years, but ultimately returned in 2024 when the role of South Carolina Community Liaison was created. Taking her experience on the floor working directly with the youth, she now creates relationships in and around South Carolina while sharing New Hope's mission as an organization. 00:00:08-00:16:40 – Her background and start at New Hope, working as a direct care staff. 00:16:41-00:38:48 - Her return to New Hope and transition into her new role as Community Liaison in South Carolina. How her experience in direct care translated and further assisted in her current position. 00:38:49 – Current projects and community endeavors; what’s on the horizon in South Carolina

    Hope Grown - Bree Huckeby, Direct Care, Community Liaison, South Carolina, Residential Services

  8. Jul 20

    Stuff that Matters, Ep. 46 - Mike Leach, Foster Care, Child Welfare, South Carolina DSS, Families, Youth

    Mike Leach is the Chief External Engagement Officer for Think Of US. He's the Principal for Leach Consulting Group, LLC, a partner at Momenta Advisors, Senior Fellow at Center for the Helping Professions and the former State Director at South Carolina DSS. (00:01:23-00:14:58) - His background – gettinginto child welfare and into the South Carolina DSS space. (00:14:59-00:41:07) – A birds eye view of the childwelfare system; what states are doing things well. A look at the frontline staff, and ultimately what is needed to help families stay together. How things have changed post pandemic in the last few years, specifically pertaining toolder adolescents. (00:41:08-00:45:51) – Child welfare and juvenilejustice systems acquiring investments and receiving funding to improve the care that can be provided. The stuff that matters. Subscribe and like, rate and review. You can watch full episodes on YOUTUBE. Check out our  to learn more about New Hope on our WEBSITE.

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Stuff that Matters is an interview-based show centered around important voices in the broader human services space that have something to say about something...that matters. Primarily long-form, occasionally short-form, free flowing interviews. The focus is not only on the guests themselves, but also the issues they represent. Ranging from mental health, childcare, substance abuse, healthcare and various hard-hitting topics. This podcast can truly be a game-changer and great outlet for so many. Hosts: New Hope Treatment Center's (Rock Hill, SC) Matt Simon, Mike O'Connor and Patrick Puzzo.

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    New Hope Treatment Centers - Matt Simon, Mike O'Connor, Patrick Puzzo
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    2023 - 2026
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    68
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