The Voice of Hope with Dr. Ken Huey

Dr. Ken Huey
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Join Dr. Ken Huey on The Voice of Hope, where real stories and expert insights meet to inspire healing and transformation. With decades of experience in behavioral health and trauma therapy, Dr. Huey draws from his personal journey and professional expertise to offer practical advice for families, adoptees, and anyone seeking growth. Discover strategies to navigate trauma, build stronger relationships, and embrace hope in every episode. Tune in for thoughtful conversations that uplift and empower.

  1. 3d ago

    James Todd Jr. – CEO, Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network

    What if the people who have experienced the greatest struggles are the ones best equipped to help others heal? In this episode of The Voice of Hope Podcast with Dr. Ken Huey, Ken sits down with James Todd Jr., CEO of Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network, to explore the power of lived experience, peer support, and the urgent need for change in America's mental healthcare system. James shares his journey from a young leader working with individuals with developmental disabilities to becoming a nationally respected advocate for mental health recovery. What began as a calling to help those without a voice became a career dedicated to building stronger communities and making recovery accessible to everyone. Together, Ken and James discuss the growing shortage of behavioral health professionals, the importance of fair wages for frontline workers, and why people with lived experience play such a critical role in helping others navigate recovery. They also explore how childhood trauma shapes mental health, why asking for help is a sign of strength rather than weakness, and what it takes to build a healthcare system that truly puts people first. James leaves listeners with a powerful reminder: No one should have to struggle alone, and recovery is possible when people have the right support. Whether you're a mental health professional, caregiver, advocate, or someone navigating your own healing journey, this conversation offers practical insights, encouragement, and a renewed sense of hope. Tune in to discover how compassion, connection, and lived experience can transform mental healthcare and change lives.

    James Todd Jr. – CEO, Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network

  2. Oct 27

    Emily Catoe - CEO, AyoCatoe Plumbing

    What does it really take to rebuild a life, and why is recovery about so much more than overcoming addiction? In this episode of The Voice of Hope, Dr. Ken Huey sits down with Emily Catoe, a licensed social worker, former healthcare operations executive, and CEO of AyoCatoe Plumbing, to explore the power of second chances, human connection, and compassionate leadership. Drawing from her personal journey through addiction and recovery, Emily shares how her experiences shaped a career helping thousands of individuals find stability, community, and hope. She discusses why recovery requires more than willpower, the importance of supportive housing and medication-assisted treatment, and how small victories can lead to lasting transformation. Emily also reflects on the challenges of balancing patient care with the financial realities of healthcare, preventing burnout among frontline professionals, and bringing a people-first approach into her family's growing business. This conversation is a powerful reminder that everyone deserves to be heard, healing looks different for everyone, and sometimes the greatest gift we can offer someone is a second chance.

    Emily Catoe - CEO, AyoCatoe Plumbing

  3. Oct 20

    Ian Campbell - CEO, Nucleus Research

    Is AI replacing people, or making them more valuable than ever? In this episode of The Voice of Hope, Dr. Ken Huey sits down with Ian Campbell, CEO of Nucleus Research and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Value Sale, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the workplace, reshaping leadership, and changing the way organizations measure success. With more than 25 years of experience analyzing the value of technology, Ian shares why people resist change, how leaders can encourage technology adoption, and why AI could make individual employees more valuable even as organizations become more efficient. Together, they discuss the importance of looking beyond AI hype to focus on measurable results, the challenges of managing smaller but more productive teams, and why successful technology adoption starts with understanding human behavior. Ian also explains how organizations can measure the return on investment of new technology, why producing more doesn't always mean producing better, and what decades of technological change have taught him about human resilience. This conversation offers a refreshing perspective on the future of AI, reminding leaders that technology's greatest potential isn't simply replacing human effort but helping people work smarter, adapt, and create meaningful value. Learn more about Ian Campbell and Nucleus Research: https://nucleusresearch.com/

    Ian Campbell - CEO, Nucleus Research

  4. Oct 13

    Michelle Anderton - Owner, Compassionate ABA Consulting

    On this episode of The Voice of Hope, Dr. Ken Huey sits down with Michelle Anderton, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, educator, and owner of Compassionate ABA Consulting, to explore what compassionate, individualized ABA care can look like. Michelle shares how her early experiences working with students with disabilities shaped her belief that every child deserves the opportunity to build independence, advocate for themselves, and discover what they are capable of. They discuss common misconceptions about ABA, why behavior should be understood as communication, and how caregivers can create environments where children feel safe to make mistakes and ask for help. Michelle also explains why ABA should never be a one-size-fits-all approach and how treatment can better reflect each child's strengths, family, culture, and individual needs. The conversation also explores compassionate leadership, mentorship for future behavior analysts, bringing ABA principles into educational settings, and Michelle's hope for greater collaboration across behavioral health, education, medicine, speech therapy, and occupational therapy. At its core, this episode is a reminder to look beyond limitations and give children the tools, opportunities, and support they need to find their voice and thrive.

    Michelle Anderton - Owner, Compassionate ABA Consulting

  5. Oct 6

    Jackie Ivey, LMHC - Clinical Director, Breakthroughs Counseling

    What happens when mental health struggles are less about one diagnosis and more about how we relate to ourselves, others, and the world around us? In this episode of The Voice of Hope Podcast, Dr. Ken Huey sits down with Jackie Ivey, LMHC, to explore the role connection, boundaries, empathy, and relationships play in mental health and healing. Jackie shares her unexpected path into counseling, how her personal connection to addiction shaped her work, and what she has learned from moving from therapist to clinical leadership. They also discuss the growing impact of technology and digital overstimulation, the importance of setting healthy boundaries with social media, and why the relationship between therapist and client can be one of the most important parts of effective care. Jackie also shares what gives her hope in difficult therapeutic moments and offers practical encouragement for anyone who feels overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure how to take the first step toward getting help. This conversation is a reminder that healing does not happen in isolation. Connection, trust, compassion, and the courage to ask for support can make a meaningful difference.

    Jackie Ivey, LMHC - Clinical Director, Breakthroughs Counseling

  6. Sep 29

    Stephen Salaka - Chief Technology Officer, MealMatch AI

    AI is changing the way we work, but successful transformation is still fundamentally human. In this episode of The Voice of Hope with Dr. Ken Huey, Ken sits down with Stephen Salaka, Chief Technology Officer at MealMatch AI, to explore the human side of technology, AI, and organizational change. Drawing on more than two decades in technology and a background in industrial and organizational psychology, Stephen explains why even the best technology fails without trust, alignment, and people willing to embrace it.  They discuss why fear is one of the biggest barriers to AI adoption, how years of professional experience become even more valuable in an AI-driven workplace, and why keeping a “human in the loop” matters. Stephen also shares a practical approach for anyone overwhelmed by AI: forget trying to learn everything and start by solving one real problem.   The conversation also explores leadership during digital transformation, the importance of discernment in an age of endless AI-generated information, Stephen’s work as a science fiction author, and how MealMatch AI is exploring food as a tool to support healthier lives.   If AI and rapid change feel overwhelming, this conversation offers a simple reminder: you don’t have to master everything at once. Start small, stay curious, and keep the human element at the center.

    Stephen Salaka - Chief Technology Officer, MealMatch AI

  7. Sep 22

    Vladlen Xavier Stark - CFO, Remuda Building | Founder & Chairman, Luxara

    What if true success isn't measured by how much money you make, but by how many lives you improve? In this episode of The Voice of Hope, Dr. Ken Huey sits down with Vladlen Xavier Stark, CFO of Remuda Building and Founder of Luxara, to explore the power of resilience, entrepreneurship, and building a life driven by purpose. From his journey as an immigrant to becoming a finance executive and entrepreneur, Vlad shares how adapting to new environments, overcoming challenges, and learning from different cultures shaped his approach to leadership and success. He takes us behind the scenes of building Luxara, a luxury real estate co-ownership platform designed to make high-end property investments more accessible. He also explains how artificial intelligence helped him build a business while balancing his full-time career and family responsibilities. But beyond business and financial success, this conversation explores something deeper: the legacy we leave behind. Inspired by the values his grandparents instilled in him, Vlad believes success comes from improving the lives of others. Whether it's supporting employees, helping customers, or encouraging aspiring entrepreneurs, his philosophy is simple: build something meaningful, and let financial success follow. In this episode, you'll discover: How immigration and competitive sports shaped Vlad's resilience and leadership.The inspiration behind Luxara and its approach to luxury real estate.How AI can help entrepreneurs turn ambitious ideas into reality.Why building a business should be about creating value, not just chasing money.How family values and personal experiences shape the legacy we leave behind.Why taking the first step and finding the right support system can change everything.For anyone feeling stuck, afraid to pursue a dream, or questioning what success really means, Vlad offers a reminder that you don't need to have everything figured out to begin. Sometimes, all it takes is one step, someone who believes in you, and the courage to keep going. Listen to this inspiring conversation on The Voice of Hope with Dr. Ken Huey and discover why the greatest measure of success may be the difference you make in someone else's life.

    Vladlen Xavier Stark - CFO, Remuda Building | Founder & Chairman, Luxara

  8. Sep 15

    Sleiman “Slayman” Abou-Hamdan - Clinical Psychologist & Executive Coach, Holistic Psychology Australia

    What if burnout isn’t just about how much you’re doing, but the hidden patterns driving you to do it? In this episode of The Voice of Hope Podcast, Dr. Ken Huey sits down with Sleiman “Slayman” Abou-Hamdan, a clinical psychologist, executive coach, keynote speaker, and creator of the 3Cs Framework. Sleiman shares how his own experiences, from growing up during a civil war to serving in the Australian Army and working in executive leadership, shaped his understanding of how the nervous system responds to pressure. Together, Ken and Sleiman explore the hidden patterns behind achievement and burnout, identity confusion in high performers, and why self-awareness matters for healthier leadership. They also unpack Sleiman’s 3Cs of Clarity, Courage, and Connection and discuss why emotional intelligence and adaptability are becoming even more important in the age of AI. This conversation is a reminder that sustainable performance starts from within. When we understand what drives our reactions, choices, and need for achievement, we can lead with greater clarity and build stronger connections with the people around us.

    Sleiman “Slayman” Abou-Hamdan - Clinical Psychologist & Executive Coach, Holistic Psychology Australia
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Join Dr. Ken Huey on The Voice of Hope, where real stories and expert insights meet to inspire healing and transformation. With decades of experience in behavioral health and trauma therapy, Dr. Huey draws from his personal journey and professional expertise to offer practical advice for families, adoptees, and anyone seeking growth. Discover strategies to navigate trauma, build stronger relationships, and embrace hope in every episode. Tune in for thoughtful conversations that uplift and empower.

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