Addiction, Recovery, and Systemic Issues: Holly Mayer's Bold Views

Join host Christopher Archiopoli and his dynamic guest Holly Mayer as they tackle parenting, addiction, and social issues head-on. x In this episode, Holly shares her perspective on addiction, challenging the traditional, one-size-fits-all approaches to treatment. She elaborates on the Harriet Tubman Center's mission to provide culturally sensitive healthcare for people of color and criticizes societal biases and stigmas associated with addiction and recovery. 

Holly introduces her innovative "guides program" at the Tubman Center, aimed at dismantling traditional power dynamics in provider-patient relationships. Why does she believe that societal issues like prostitution and drug abuse are so deeply entrenched? Holly’s unique viewpoint on addiction, recovery, and societal change promises to resonate with listeners seeking new perspectives.This episode offers rich insights and thought-provoking perspectives for anyone interested in recovery and social change.

Resources from the episode:

• Holly Mayer is a social worker who’s been in the field for 12 years. Their  work has ranged from youth and adults. Holly is currently working as the senior program manager at Tubman Health. 

• The Tubman Center for Health and Freedom https://www.tubmanhealth.org/

• Tubman Health has their first Gala October 25th at 6:00 PM. Please go to https://www.campaignforhealthandfreedom.org/ for more info and how to donate or attend.

• Learn more about King County Recovery Coalition and the work they do ⁠here⁠. To become a volunteer, a member, an advocate, or an event guest, ⁠visit their website⁠. -The King County Recovery Coalition is a regional coalition of the Washington Recovery Alliance (WRA). Learn more about the WRA and the work they do ⁠here⁠. Want to find a way to get involved? ⁠Click here⁠ to become a member, volunteer, or donate to help change hearts and minds around mental health and substance use disorder in Washington state. -If you are experiencing substance use disorder, problem gambling, and/or a mental health challenge, please visit the ⁠Washington Recovery Helpline⁠ for resources and a 24-hour helpline.

King County Recovery Conversations is a podcast on a mission to celebrate recovery and help break the stigma of addiction and mental health. In each episode, policy experts, program professionals, and those with lived experience join host Heather Venegas to share stories of hope, resilience, and healing in our community. Together, we’ll learn about the various pathways to recovery – and the services and support systems available to anyone impacted by addiction and mental health. Whether you're someone seeking recovery, someone in recovery, a family member or friend, or a healthcare professional, this podcast is for you.

Connect with King County Recovery Coalition ⁠online⁠, on Facebook (⁠@KingCountyRecoveryCoalition⁠), or on YouTube (⁠@KingCountyRecoveryCoalition⁠).

If you have feedback or show ideas, contact host Heather Venegas at ⁠heather@kcrecovery.org⁠.