Recovery Centered Podcast | Real Talk on Recovery & Mental Health

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Hope. Healing. Recovery. The Recovery Centered Podcast explores the journey of addiction and mental health recovery through real conversations with experts, advocates, and individuals with lived experience. Hosted by Tim Roberto, and sponsored by Beachway Therapy Center, this series offers insights, strategies, and support for individuals and families navigating the challenges of substance use, trauma, and mental health disorders. From expert interviews with therapists, medical professionals, and legal advocates to personal stories of resilience, we dive deep into the issues that matter most. Whether you're in recovery, supporting a loved one, or seeking knowledge on addiction treatment, this podcast is your trusted resource for education, empowerment, and inspiration. Tune in and take the next step toward healing. email: info@beachway.com www.beachway.com https://www.instagram.com/beachwaytherapycenter/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8VvNANSoGdKddbHG4z70rg https://www.facebook.com/BeachwayTherapy/

  1. Behind the Badge: A Veteran Officer on Trauma, Mental Health, and Life After Policing

    1d ago

    Behind the Badge: A Veteran Officer on Trauma, Mental Health, and Life After Policing

    After 32 years with the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, retired law enforcement leader Sean shares an honest look at the realities of policing that the public rarely sees. From investigating crimes against children to serving on tactical units and leading officers in the field, he reflects on the emotional weight of the job, the evolution of mental health support within law enforcement, and why asking for help is a sign of strength—not weakness. Sean and Tim discuss hypervigilance, burnout, family life, peer support, the importance of self-care, and the challenges officers face both on the street and within their own organizations. The conversation also explores retirement, rediscovering purpose through family and new hobbies, and why protecting your mental health is essential for a long and meaningful life. Whether you're a first responder, work in a high-stress profession, or simply want a deeper understanding of those who serve their communities, this episode offers an authentic perspective on resilience, service, and recovery.

    57 min
  2. Nutrition for Mental Health: Building Lasting Change Through Micro-Habits with Maryann Walsh, RD

    4d ago

    Nutrition for Mental Health: Building Lasting Change Through Micro-Habits with Maryann Walsh, RD

    What if better health wasn't about perfection—but about making the next small choice? In this episode of Recovery Centered, Tim Roberto sits down with registered dietitian, two-time TEDx speaker, and psychology PhD candidate Maryann Walsh, RD, to explore how nutrition, mental health, and behavior change are deeply connected. Drawing on more than 15 years of clinical experience, Maryann shares practical strategies for creating sustainable habits, navigating ADHD and burnout, and cutting through the overwhelming nutrition advice found online. The conversation moves beyond meal plans to examine the role food plays in brain health, recovery from addiction, emotional resilience, and overall well-being. Maryann also explains why "micro-habits" are often far more effective than drastic lifestyle overhauls, and why meeting our most basic needs is the foundation for lasting recovery.

    1h 49m
  3. Healing Beyond Sobriety: Recovery, Fatherhood, and Finding Purpose

    5d ago

    Healing Beyond Sobriety: Recovery, Fatherhood, and Finding Purpose

    Recovery doesn't end when the substance use stops. For many people, that's where the deeper work begins. In this episode of Recovery Centered, Tim Roberto sits down with longtime friend Jared to discuss a journey that spans addiction, military service, childhood trauma, divorce, entrepreneurship, and fatherhood. Their conversation explores what happens after early recovery, when unresolved emotional wounds begin to surface and healing requires more than sobriety. Jared shares how growing up with alcoholism, abandonment, and instability shaped his life, why recovery at 23 was only the first step, and how therapy helped him confront the trauma that had quietly influenced his relationships for years. He also reflects on leaving a successful career in behavioral health to start his own business, embracing uncertainty, and redefining success around freedom, purpose, and being present for his son.

    1h 49m
  4. Recovery Starts with Connection | How Recovery Advocates Meet People Where They Are

    Jun 29

    Recovery Starts with Connection | How Recovery Advocates Meet People Where They Are

    Recovery doesn't always begin in a treatment center. Sometimes it starts on a sidewalk, in an abandoned building, or with someone simply refusing to give up on another human being. In this episode of Recovery Centered, Tim Roberto is joined by Stacy and Dave of Recovery Advocates, a nonprofit that meets people struggling with addiction exactly where they are—on the streets, in hospitals, in courtrooms, and wherever hope feels hardest to find. Drawing from their own lived experience in recovery, Stacy and Dave explain why trust comes before treatment and why lasting recovery is built through consistent human connection. In this conversation, they discuss: Why recovery begins with connection, not confrontationStreet outreach and meeting people where they areBuilding trust with people experiencing homelessness and addictionWorking alongside law enforcement to create pathways into treatmentThe role of peer support in long-term recoveryHow opioid settlement funding is helping expand community-based recovery servicesThe importance of staying with people long after they enter treatmentWhy lived experience can become one of the greatest tools for helping othersThey also share their own recovery journeys, how addiction transformed their lives, and why they believe no one should ever be counted out—no matter how many times they've relapsed or how hopeless their situation may seem. If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, this conversation is a reminder that recovery is possible, and that sometimes one person willing to keep showing up can change everything.

    1h 49m
  5. What does it take to change the culture of the fire service?

    Jun 25

    What does it take to change the culture of the fire service?

    In this episode of Recovery Centered, Tim Roberto sits down with Captain Jim Heisler, an Army medic, fire captain, and advocate for first responder mental health. Jim shares how the loss of a mentor to suicide transformed the way he thinks about leadership, vulnerability, and supporting those who serve others. Together they discuss: Why first responder mental health requires cultural change—not just awarenessThe lasting impact of losing a colleague to suicideBuilding trust before asking firefighters to seek helpCreating wellness programs that address mental, physical, and emotional healthLeading the next generation through curiosity instead of commandWhy great leaders invest in people before the missionJim also reflects on his own commitment to lifelong learning, his pursuit of a PhD, and why leadership is ultimately about leaving the profession—and the people in it—better than you found them. Whether you're a first responder, healthcare professional, leader, or someone supporting a loved one in public service, this conversation offers practical insight into resilience, purpose, and the courage to ask for help. If this conversation resonates with you or someone you know, don't wait to reach out. Sometimes one conversation can change everything.

    1h 49m
  6. When Addiction Affects the Whole Family: Hope, Recovery, and Letting Go

    Jun 17

    When Addiction Affects the Whole Family: Hope, Recovery, and Letting Go

    When a child struggles with addiction, the entire family is affected. In this episode of Recovery Centered, Tim Roberto sits down with Kim Porter and Michelle, two advocates whose personal experiences with addiction in their families led them to help thousands of other parents navigate similar challenges. Both women share the fear, confusion, and isolation they experienced while trying to save their children, and how learning about addiction, boundaries, and family recovery changed their lives. Kim discusses her son's journey into addiction and his eventual recovery, which inspired her to help launch Be a Part of the Conversation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to education, support, and family recovery. Michelle shares the story of her daughter's battle with alcohol addiction, the toll it took on her family, and the lessons she learned about letting go, setting boundaries, and finding support from other parents who understood what she was going through. Together, they explore why addiction is often called a family disease, how parents can unintentionally protect addiction while trying to protect their loved one, and why recovery is possible not only for the individual, but for the entire family system. Whether you're a parent, spouse, sibling, or friend of someone struggling with substance use, this episode offers practical guidance, hope, and reassurance that you don't have to face it alone.

    1h 49m
  7. Three Years Sober: Charles' Journey from Meth Addiction to a Life Beyond His Wildest Dreams

    Jun 14

    Three Years Sober: Charles' Journey from Meth Addiction to a Life Beyond His Wildest Dreams

    Three years ago, Charles arrived at treatment feeling defeated, ashamed, and uncertain about his future. After decades of alcohol use and a twenty-year meth addiction, he had reached a point where the life he was living was no longer sustainable. In this candid conversation, Charles sits down with host Tim Roberto to reflect on the moments that changed everything—from asking for help and entering treatment, to finding a sponsor, making amends, and rebuilding trust with the people he loves most. Charles shares how recovery taught him accountability, vulnerability, and the importance of doing things he didn't want to do. He discusses sponsorship, the power of community, repairing family relationships, and what life looks like today as a trusted husband, father, grandfather, and mentor to others in recovery. This episode is a reminder that recovery is possible, that people can change, and that sometimes the most important step is surrendering the idea that you can do it alone.

    1h 49m
  8. Nutrition, Mental Health, and the Power of Small Habits with Marianne Walsh

    Jun 11

    Nutrition, Mental Health, and the Power of Small Habits with Marianne Walsh

    In this episode of Recovery Centered, Tim Roberto sits down with registered dietitian and soon-to-be PhD Marianne Walsh for a wide-ranging conversation about nutrition, mental health, recovery, and the small habits that create lasting change. Marianne shares her personal experiences with ADHD, anxiety, motherhood, and burnout, while explaining how proper nourishment can support emotional well-being, recovery from addiction, and overall quality of life. Together, they explore the dangers of nutrition misinformation, the influence of social media "experts," the importance of meeting basic needs before pursuing bigger goals, and why consistency matters more than perfection. The conversation also touches on purpose, self-esteem, relationships, recovery, and learning to build a life based on what truly works for you—not what others say you should be doing. Whether you're navigating recovery, looking to improve your health, or simply trying to find more balance in a noisy world, this episode offers practical wisdom and a refreshing reminder that meaningful change often begins with the smallest steps.

    1h 49m
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Hope. Healing. Recovery. The Recovery Centered Podcast explores the journey of addiction and mental health recovery through real conversations with experts, advocates, and individuals with lived experience. Hosted by Tim Roberto, and sponsored by Beachway Therapy Center, this series offers insights, strategies, and support for individuals and families navigating the challenges of substance use, trauma, and mental health disorders. From expert interviews with therapists, medical professionals, and legal advocates to personal stories of resilience, we dive deep into the issues that matter most. Whether you're in recovery, supporting a loved one, or seeking knowledge on addiction treatment, this podcast is your trusted resource for education, empowerment, and inspiration. Tune in and take the next step toward healing. email: info@beachway.com www.beachway.com https://www.instagram.com/beachwaytherapycenter/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8VvNANSoGdKddbHG4z70rg https://www.facebook.com/BeachwayTherapy/

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