Recovery with Root

Margaux Farrell, Root Center Chief of Staff
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Welcome to "Recovery with Root" a podcast centered on topics surrounding mental health and addiction. Through our Advanced Recovery Institute, a new entity of the Root Center for Advanced Recovery, we are committed to research and training to elevate clinical care. We hope you find this podcast informative, and most of all, we hope that it helps improve the lives of others. Remember... we are in this together, and recovery is possible!

  1. FEB 2

    Recovery with Root | Patient Perceptions of Success

    On this very special episode of Recovery with Root, we sit down with Kristyn Zajac and Liz Narwold, medical researchers with University of Connecticut, to talk about a recent study with Root Center Patients. The study looked at what metrics patients used to define their own success in their recovery, and how researchers can reflect on the data to inform future studies regarding patients in recovery.  If you're interested in this kind of work and want to support research coming out about recovery, check out chearr.org to learn more! Be sure to follow us on social media to get notified when we have new releases, also, feel free to send us a message with a topic or question that you would like to have discussed.  Happy listening!  Social media:  TikTok: @Root_Center_CT  Instagram: @root_center  Facebook: /rootcenterforadvancedrecovery  Twitter: @RootCenterCT  LinkedIn: /root-center  Music from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/tropic... code: GLPUR3NGGBGJOW55

    23 min

  2. JAN 5

    New Year, Stronger Selves

    The New Year is starting strong with our January episode of Recovery With Root being all about building and keeping new habits, beautiful communities, and sturdy support systems. Manchester Senior Counselor Demesis Negron, LCSW sits down with us to talk about how Root can help patients keep their new year ambitions going strong, even when things get tough, through support systems like our IOP groups, individualized counseling, and amazing resources to help patients thrive.  #newyear #wedorecover  Be sure to follow us on social media to get notified when we have new releases, also, feel free to send us a message with a topic or question that you would like to have discussed.  Happy listening!  Social media:  TikTok: @Root_Center_CT  Instagram: @root_center  Facebook: /rootcenterforadvancedrecovery  Twitter: @RootCenterCT  LinkedIn: /root-center  Music from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/tropic... code: GLPUR3NGGBGJOW55

    25 min

  3. 12/01/2025

    Recovery with Root | The Dangers of Kratom.

    In this episode of Recovery with Root, our Director of Nursing, Joe Maddalena, shares with us the impacts of kratom. Kratom is an herbal addition to many energy shots that can be found in gas stations and smoke shops, and has earned the nickname "Gas Station Heroin" for its highly addictive properties and ability to bind to opioid receptors in the brain.  Be sure to follow us on social media to get notified when we have new releases, also, feel free to send us a message with a topic or question that you would like to have discussed. Happy listening!  Social media:  TikTok: @Root_Center_CT  Instagram: @root_center  Facebook: /rootcenterforadvancedrecovery  Twitter: @RootCenterCT  LinkedIn: /root-center  Youtube: Root Center for Advanced Recovery Music from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/tropic... code: GLPUR3NGGBGJOW55

    16 min

  4. 11/03/2025

    Recovery with Root | The Story of Karen Kangas

    In this episode of Recovery with Root, Karen Kangas, a woman in recovery, shares her story of recovery, and how her experiences drive her to help others heal. From Montana daughter of a basketball coach to Connecticut Mental Health Advocate, Karen has seen and been through a lot. She is truly an inspiration to many, and we are so excited to share her story. Be sure to follow us on social media to get notified when we have new releases, also, feel free to send us a message with a topic or question that you would like to have discussed. Happy listening!  Social media:  TikTok: @Root_Center_CT  Instagram: @root_center  Facebook: /rootcenterforadvancedrecovery  Twitter: @RootCenterCT  LinkedIn: /root-center  Music from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/tropic... code: GLPUR3NGGBGJOW55

    51 min

  5. 09/01/2025

    Recovery with Root | Charity Golf Tournament to Benefit St. Vincent de Paul

    Maryellen Shuckerow, MHSA, the Executive Director of St. Vincent de Paul Middletown, sits down with us to tell us all about the organization's work, mission, and initiatives. Learn about everything from the Amazing Grace Food Pantry to their new Occupational Therapy Program! If you're interested in supporting this amazing organization and the work they do, Root Center is hosting a Charity Golf Tournament to benefit St. Vincent de Paul! Sponsorships, donations, and player sign ups all go directly to Maryellen and her amazing team. Learn more at https://t.co/kWitNg2Mzy Be sure to follow us on social media to get notified when we have new releases, also, feel free to send us a message with a topic or question that you would like to have discussed. Happy listening!  Social media:  TikTok: @Root_Center_CT  Instagram: @root_center  Facebook: /rootcenterforadvancedrecovery  Twitter: @RootCenterCT  LinkedIn: /root-center  Music from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/tropic... code: GLPUR3NGGBGJOW55

    25 min

  6. 08/04/2025

    Recovery with Root with Shane Murphy | Mental Health in Athletics

    As a new school year is about to kick off and fall sports ramp up, it’s not just physical performance that matters—mental health plays a key role, too.  This month on Recovery with Root, renowned sports psychologist, Dr. Shane Murphy, joins us to explore the mental side of athletics at every level—from elite athletes to the parents and coaches who support them. Be sure to follow us on social media to get notified when we have new releases, also, feel free to send us a message with a topic or question that you would like to have discussed. Happy listening!  Social media:  TikTok: @Root_Center_CT  Instagram: @root_center  Facebook: /rootcenterforadvancedrecovery  Twitter: @RootCenterCT  LinkedIn: /root-center  YouTube: @rootcenterforadvancedrecov8989  Music from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/tropic... code: GLPUR3NGGBGJOW55

    50 min

  7. 07/07/2025

    Recovery with Root with Kaylyn Banning | Navigating Teen Mental Health in the Summer

    In this episode of Recovery with Root, Kaylyn Banning, one of our Adolescent School Based Counselors, sits down to talk with us about managing and navigating mental health for students and teens as summer kicks into gear. This conversation is for parents and teens, and features lots of insightful and practical advice.  Kaylyn works out of Cromwell Middle School, but Root has an active and thriving Adolescent Mental Health Care Program out of our Middletown, Saybrook Road office. To learn more about it you can contact Ariana Turi, our Senior School Based Clinician. Be sure to follow us on social media to get notified when we have new releases, also, feel free to send us a message with a topic or question that you would like to have discussed. Happy listening!  Social media:  TikTok: @Root_Center_CT  Instagram: @root_center  Facebook: /rootcenterforadvancedrecovery  Twitter: @RootCenterCT  LinkedIn: /root-center  YouTube: @rootcenterforadvancedrecov8989  Music from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/tropic... code: GLPUR3NGGBGJOW55

    21 min

  8. 06/02/2025

    Intersectional Allyship with Jacquelyn Davis

    Jackie Davis, Director of Learning and Workforce Development from Mental Health Connecticut, sits down with us to talk about Intersectionality and Intersectional Allyship in this very special Pride episode of Recovery with Root. Learn about what intersectionality is, the impacts misunderstanding can have on people facing discrimination, and how people take pride in the intersections of their identities.  Be sure to follow us on social media to get notified when we have new releases, also, feel free to send us a message with a topic or question that you would like to have discussed. Happy listening!  Social media:  TikTok: @Root_Center_CT  Instagram: @root_center  Facebook: /rootcenterforadvancedrecovery  Twitter: @RootCenterCT  LinkedIn: /root-center  YouTube: @rootcenterforadvancedrecov8989  Music from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/tropic... code: GLPUR3NGGBGJOW55

    31 min
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Welcome to "Recovery with Root" a podcast centered on topics surrounding mental health and addiction. Through our Advanced Recovery Institute, a new entity of the Root Center for Advanced Recovery, we are committed to research and training to elevate clinical care. We hope you find this podcast informative, and most of all, we hope that it helps improve the lives of others. Remember... we are in this together, and recovery is possible!

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  • Creator
    Margaux Farrell, Root Center Chief of Staff
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Recovery with Root
  • Show Website
    Recovery with Root