The Good Counsel Podcast

Eric Bricker
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The Good Counsel Podcast

The Good Counsel Podcast is an exploration into the world of helping professionals from various disciplines and walks of life. The goal of the podcast is to discover the motivations and methodologies of these unique individuals in order to satisfy and arouse curiosity among members of the public who have an interest in this area of discussion.

  1. Esin Pinarli "I Will Survive"

    NOV 3

    Esin Pinarli "I Will Survive"

    Esin Pinarli is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist in private practice in Boca Raton, Fl. On this episode of the Good Counsel Podcast, Esin takes us from the nightclubs of Manhattan to sober karaoke in Delray Beach to private practice! She's a hillarious story teller with an inspiring story.  The Good Counsel Podcast is an exploration into the world of helping professionals from various disciplines and walks of life. The goal of the podcast is to discover the motivations and methodologies of these unique individuals in order to satisfy and arouse curiosity among members of the public who have an interest in this area of discussion. The intention of the Podcast is to incorporate a definition of ‘helping professional’ that is diverse. Good Counsel Podcast interviewees will include Psychotherapists, Medical Professionals, Life Coaches, Interventionists, Spiritual Healers, Substance Use Disorder Treatment Professionals and Educators amongst others, in order to capture a broad range of disciplines. My hope is to increase awareness and reduce stigma among the general public around mental health issues, substance use disorders and related problems while exposing people to the abundance and variety of help that is available to them. © Copyright 2023, Produced by Eric Bricker; Theme music composed and performed by Eric Bricker.

    54 min

  2. OCT 20

    Matthew Williams “Sobriety and Entrepreneurship”

    Matthew Williams is the founder of the FROPRO snack bar company that he co-owns and manages with his wife Chelsea. Matt also works as an addiction recovery coach with Next Level Recovery Associates. He has a diverse background as an educator and personal trainer. He holds two master’s degrees (Counseling and Education). On this episode, Matt and I discuss the ins and outs of recovery, entrepreneurship and life balance. The Good Counsel Podcast is an exploration into the world of helping professionals from various disciplines and walks of life. The goal of the podcast is to discover the motivations and methodologies of these unique individuals in order to satisfy and arouse curiosity among members of the public who have an interest in this area of discussion. The intention of the Podcast is to incorporate a definition of ‘helping professional’ that is diverse. Good Counsel Podcast interviewees will include Psychotherapists, Medical Professionals, Life Coaches, Interventionists, Spiritual Healers, Substance Use Disorder Treatment Professionals and Educators amongst others, in order to capture a broad range of disciplines. My hope is to increase awareness and reduce stigma among the general public around mental health issues, substance use disorders and related problems while exposing people to the abundance and variety of help that is available to them. © Copyright 2023, Produced by Eric Bricker; Theme music composed and performed by Eric Bricker.

    1h 6m

  3. OCT 5

    Tanya Brown Part 2; "Beyond the Tabloids, The Healing Journey Begins"

    This episode of Good Counsel, The Helping People’s Podcast is the second of a two part series documenting the mental health recovery journey of Tanya Brown. Tanya is a life coach, grief recovery specialist, author and mental health advocate. She is also the youngest sister of Nicole Brown Simpson, victim of the most publicized violent crime of the 20th Century. Tanya and I take a deep dive into her personal struggles with mental health that followed her family’s tragedy.  The Good Counsel Podcast is an exploration into the world of helping professionals from various disciplines and walks of life. The goal of the podcast is to discover the motivations and methodologies of these unique individuals in order to satisfy and arouse curiosity among members of the public who have an interest in this area of discussion.  The intention of the Podcast is to incorporate a definition of ‘helping professional’ that is diverse. Good Counsel Podcast interviewees will include Psychotherapists, Medical Professionals, Life Coaches, Interventionists, Spiritual Healers, Substance Use Disorder Treatment Professionals and Educators amongst others, in order to capture a broad range of disciplines.  My hope is to increase awareness and reduce stigma among the general public around mental health issues, substance use disorders and related problems while exposing people to the abundance and variety of help that is available to them.© Copyright 2023, Produced by Eric Bricker; Theme music composed and performed by Eric Bricker.

    44 min

  4. SEP 28

    Tanya Brown; “Beyond the Tabloids Part 1”

    This episode of Good Counsel, The Helping People’s Podcast is the first of a two part series documenting the mental health recovery journey of Tanya Brown. Tanya is a life coach, grief recovery specialist, author and mental health advocate. She is also the youngest sister of Nicole Brown Simpson, victim of the most publicized violent crime of the 20th Century. Tanya and I take a deep dive into her personal struggles with mental health that followed her family’s tragedy.  The Good Counsel Podcast is an exploration into the world of helping professionals from various disciplines and walks of life. The goal of the podcast is to discover the motivations and methodologies of these unique individuals in order to satisfy and arouse curiosity among members of the public who have an interest in this area of discussion.  The intention of the Podcast is to incorporate a definition of ‘helping professional’ that is diverse. Good Counsel Podcast interviewees will include Psychotherapists, Medical Professionals, Life Coaches, Interventionists, Spiritual Healers, Substance Use Disorder Treatment Professionals and Educators amongst others, in order to capture a broad range of disciplines.  My hope is to increase awareness and reduce stigma among the general public around mental health issues, substance use disorders and related problems while exposing people to the abundance and variety of help that is available to them.© Copyright 2023, Produced by Eric Bricker; Theme music composed and performed by Eric Bricker.

    58 min
  5. Alison Vanhorn “Human Trafficking and the Opioid Crisis”

    SEP 14

    Alison Vanhorn “Human Trafficking and the Opioid Crisis”

    Alison is the Clinical Supervisor at Caron Renaissance, a treatment facility for substance misuse and mental health disorders treatment. In this episode, Alison shares her personal experience as a victim or human trafficking and her extensive volunteer work with the FBI and the Violent Crimes Against Children Task Force in Philadelphia, where she participated in a national initiative to raise awareness about addiction and human sex trafficking in 2018. Alison was keynote speaker at the Buck’s Coalition Against Trafficking conference in PA in 2018. She was also featured in an FBI public education video production wherein she shares her personal ordeal as a survivor of human trafficking. The audio is depicted in this episode. This original FBI video can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jm2QnPSiVpg The Good Counsel Podcast is an exploration into the world of helping professionals from various disciplines and walks of life. The goal of the podcast is to discover the motivations and methodologies of these unique individuals in order to satisfy and arouse curiosity among members of the public who have an interest in this area of discussion.  The intention of the Podcast is to incorporate a definition of ‘helping professional’ that is diverse. Good Counsel Podcast interviewees will include Psychotherapists, Medical Professionals, Life Coaches, Interventionists, Spiritual Healers, Substance Use Disorder Treatment Professionals and Educators amongst others, in order to capture a broad range of disciplines. My hope is to increase awareness and reduce stigma among the general public around mental health issues, substance use disorders and related problems while exposing people to the abundance and variety of help that is available to them. © Copyright 2023, Produced by Eric Bricker; Theme music composed and performed by Eric Bricker.

    1h 20m
  6. John Egan: “Business Ethics, Personal Principles and Sobriety”

    AUG 24

    John Egan: “Business Ethics, Personal Principles and Sobriety”

    On this episode of the Good Counsel Podcast, John Egan gives us an intimate look inside his personal journey into recovery and shares the challenges that he has faced along the way. Today, John serves as the National Director of Business Development at Futures Recovery Healthcare, where he and his team help individuals and families navigate their way into recovery from substance use disorders and mental health challenges. John has worked in the field of behavioral healthcare since 2009. He holds a master’s degree in social work and is a Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor.  The Good Counsel Podcast is an exploration into the world of helping professionals from various disciplines and walks of life. The goal of the podcast is to discover the motivations and methodologies of these unique individuals in order to satisfy and arouse curiosity among members of the public who have an interest in this area of discussion.  The intention of the Podcast is to incorporate a definition of ‘helping professional’ that is diverse. Good Counsel Podcast interviewees will include Psychotherapists, Medical Professionals, Life Coaches, Interventionists, Spiritual Healers, Substance Use Disorder Treatment Professionals and Educators amongst others, in order to capture a broad range of disciplines.  My hope is to increase awareness and reduce stigma among the general public around mental health issues, substance use disorders and related problems while exposing people to the abundance and variety of help that is available to them.   © Copyright 2023, Produced by Eric Bricker; Theme music composed and performed by Eric Bricker.

    1h 3m

  7. AUG 4

    Robert Herbst: Acupuncture and Eastern Medicine Adjunctive Therapies for Mental Health Issues and Substance Misuse

    My very good friend, acupuncturist and expert in eastern holistic medicine, Robert Herbst, shares how acupuncture and holistic medicine helped him to achieve long term sobriety and freedom from the horrors of panic disorder. Robert is the co-owner of the Care Wellness Center in Margate, Florida, where he continues his recovery journey by helping others with substance use disorders, mental health concerns and an array of medical issues.

    1h 3m
  8. Ryan Mauthe "Residential Adolescent Treatment"

    MAR 10

    Ryan Mauthe "Residential Adolescent Treatment"

    Show Notes Ryan is the Executive Director at Guardian Recovery’s Boca Raton Adolescent Center. Ryan has over 10 years of experience in healthcare. He previously served as the Director of Admissions for the Caron Foundation and Family First Adolescent Services. Ryan holds a bachelor's degree in social work and MBA from Florida Atlantic University. Ryan is a Certified Recovery Residence Administrator (CRRA).  The Good Counsel Podcast is an exploration into the world of helping professionals from various disciplines and walks of life. The goal of the podcast is to discover the motivations and methodologies of these unique individuals in order to satisfy and arouse curiosity among members of the public who have an interest in this area of discussion.  The intention of the Podcast is to incorporate a definition of ‘helping professional’ that is diverse. Good Counsel Podcast interviewees will include Psychotherapists, Medical Professionals, Life Coaches, Interventionists, Spiritual Healers, Substance Use Disorder Treatment Professionals and Educators amongst others, in order to capture a broad range of disciplines.  My hope is to increase awareness and reduce stigma among the general public around mental health issues, substance use disorders and related problems while exposing people to the abundance and variety of help that is available to them.  © Copyright 2023, Produced by Eric Bricker; Theme music composed and performed by Eric Bricker.

    51 min
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The Good Counsel Podcast is an exploration into the world of helping professionals from various disciplines and walks of life. The goal of the podcast is to discover the motivations and methodologies of these unique individuals in order to satisfy and arouse curiosity among members of the public who have an interest in this area of discussion.

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