Finding Peaks Episodes

Episode 125

Episode 125: Growth, Change & Disruption with Brandon Burns

In this episode, Chris Burns brings Brandon Burns back to the show! As our new Executive Director, Brandon brings back his logical and philosophical background to talk about the current state of our industry, problems facing treatment centers, and efficacious plans to prioritize client care above all else. From maladaptive behaviors to plant-based medicine and disrupting the industry, this team of Burns lays out an information-filled and education-focused episode for all to enjoy.

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Episode 124

Episode 124: Empathetic Healing & Natural Grounding with Amity Cooper

In this episode, Chris Burns brings Amity Cooper of Wayfinding Counseling, Human Herd Network, and Clinical Career Collective to the show! From hearing Amity’s personal and professional experience getting her to where she is today to the empathic powers and benefits of working with and alongside horses, this episode holds amazing information on rarely focused topics. For more information on Amity, check out amitycooper.com. For more information on Wayfinding Counseling, check out wayfindingpractice.com. For more information on Clinical Career Collective, check out clinicalcareercollective.com.

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Episode 123: Client Care and Community: with Dr. Marissa Prince

In this episode, Chris Burns invites Peaks Recovery Center’s new Clinical Director, Dr. Marissa Prince, to the show! Dr. Prince shares her incredible journey, both professionally and personally, that led her to Peaks and structures how she approaches life every day. From sharing the value in everyone, what makes the PRC special, and Dr. Prince’s community engagement, this episode holds so much wonderful information and shines a light on our Clinical Director.

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Episode 122: The Key to Healing with Dr. Michael Pierce

In this episode, Chris Burns invites a very special guest, Dr. Michael Pierce from the Human Condition Podcast as well as Human Condition Lab, to speak on all things healing. Dr. Pierce shares his personal story, industry insight, and professional experience over the past few decades. This episode has ample information on vital topics, from biochemistry and the pharmacological debate to deconstructing the key to healing. For more information on Dr. Michael Pierce, check out the Human Condition Podcast or humanconditionlab.com.

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Episode 121: Connecting the Mind and Body Through Movement with Tara Woodson

In this episode, Chris Burns brings Tara Woodson, our Activities Director, to the show to share her knowledge on connecting our minds to our bodies. Tara brings valuable information on how important movement and breath work can be, not only in a time of recovery and chaos but as a general tool for every day! From mindful breath work to client testimonies of feeling safe in their bodies, this episode is a must-listen for a holistic approach to life.

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Episode 120: Taming Trauma One Step at a Time with the Journey Inward Team

In this episode, Chris Burns sits with Tripp, Dawnya, and Jory from Journey Inward to share an insightful conversation about the importance of family programming alongside a client, the value of a sacred union, and the true power of honest conversation. This episode is full of useful information, powerful testimonies, and honest, authentic conversation. To learn more about the Journey Inward team or what they are working on, check out thejourneyinward.us

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Episode 119: Recovery to Reconstruction: With Reconstruction Unlimited and Dane Ensley

In this episode, Chris Burns sits with Dane Ensley and Brandon McArdle from Reconstruction Unlimited, a mental health coaching agency based in Beverly Hills, California. From discussing client care, family coaching, and the importance of curiosity and discipline, this episode flows with quality information and vulnerable shared life experiences. To learn more about Reconstruction Unlimited or Dane and Brandon, check out reconstructionunlimited.com.

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Episode 118: Unlocking the Power to Thrive Through Biofeedback

In this episode, Chris Burns welcomes back Dr. Jenn Holcomb from Integrative Mind and Body Wellness LLC, as well as her husband and partner Dustin Holcomb, to delve further into the cutting-edge modalities of Biofeedback and Neurofeedback. From deconstructing the physiological responses of the nervous system to speaking about regulating the heart rate and breath, this episode is full of insightful information and personal testimonies of efficacy. For more information on Integrative Mind and Body LLC, check out mindbodywellnessllc.com. For information on Positive Outcomes LLC, check out positiveoutcomesllc.com.

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Episode 117: Organizational Health Through Outcomes Data with Maeve O’Neill

In this special episode, Chris Burns borrows Maeve O’Neill from Circa Behavioral Health Solutions to talk all things outcomes data! From finding the organizational disconnection to pinpointing crucial leadership pillars, the conversations within this episode are astounding. For more information on Maeve, or Circa Behavioral Health Solutions, check out circabehavioral.com.

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Episode 116: Organizational Compliance with Mike Lifshots of Hatch Compliance

In this special episode, Chris Burns borrows Mike Lifshots of Hatch Compliance to share his valuable insight into all things organizational compliance and processes. Mike and his team at Hatch are industry leaders providing professionals with the tools to thrive as businesses through building processes, ensuring safety compliances through staff and leadership, and so much more! For more information on Mike or Hatch compliances, check out hatchcompliance.com.

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Episode 115: Deconstructing Stress Medicine with Dr. Van Anrooy & Kayli Meyers

In this Episode, Chris Burns brings on two incredible professionals, Dr. Sarah Van Anrooy and Kaylie Meyers from the Center for Stress Medicine, to share their professional insights and forward-thinking approach to client care. From conversations on gene testing and epigenetic to the impact of COVID-19 on self-care and how to harness stress, this episode offers a plethora of valuable information. For more on Dr. Van Anrooy or Kaylie, check out www.centerforstressmed.com

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Episode 113: Survive to Thrive: With Dr. Jennifer Holcomb

Chris Burns is back in the host seat this week with our fantastic guest, Dr. Jennifer Holcomb. Together, Chris and Jennifer bring attention to the connection between our heads and our hearts, shining light on the importance of intentional work on both. This episode brings to light many shared issues: associations, disconnections, breath work, and so much more. Please reach out with questions or comments, and for more information on Dr. Jenn, check out Integrative Mind and Body Wellness LLC at www.mindbodywellnessllc.com or email drjenn@mindbodywellnessllc.com

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Episode 111: Acudetox: From Pain to Peace

Jason Friesema sits with Rebecca Aston, Clinical Supervisor and AcuDetox Specialist, to speak on one of the more unique treatment modalities offered at Peaks, AcuDetox. Explaining this modality, providing insightful practical uses, and dispelling common misconceptions, our team takes the time to share this practice with our viewers. For more information on NADA, check out acudetox.com.

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Episode 109: Sex Addiction: Myths and Truths

Jason Friesema sits with Zach LeFever to discuss process addictions, such as sex addiction, and the adverse relationships that can follow. Defining sex addiction, discussing process addictions, and addressing pornography, this conversation shines a light on essential topics often silenced. Listen in as our team opens the floor to this discussion, and reach out with comments or questions.

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Episode 108: Catching Up with KK Fearless

In this episode, Chris Burns brings Jason Friesema to welcome back our returning special guest, KK Fearless! Brooke Perez, founder and President of KK Fearless, sits down with our team and her mom, Melinda Jackson, to speak on their experiences leading up to the creation of KK Fearless, share respect and memories for the ones they have lost, as well as advocating for Bothe the individuals in recovery and their families.

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Episode 107: The Journey to Becoming a Heroic Parent

In this episode, Chris Burns brings Jason Friesema to welcome back Lisa Smith, certified family recovery coach, to speak on parenting in recovery as well as the journey to becoming a heroic parent. Our team shares personal stories in their own journey of parenthood and explains how important healthy family dynamics are for family systems no matter the situation.

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Episode 106: Nowhere to Run with Montee Ball

In this episode, Jason Friesema brings Chris Burns onto the show to speak with our special guest, Montee Ball, former Denver Broncos running back and the University of Wisconsin, hall of fame player. Montee shares his experience playing football at a professional level as well as the dark side of fame that comes from success. Montee shares vulnerability with his struggles with addiction and provides moments in his life that he considers “the basement” of his rock bottom and what he did to make his way back. Montee is a beacon of hope for athletes in recovery and many recovery communities. Find Montee’s book, “Nowhere to Run,” on Amazon for more information.

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Episode 105: Reading and Understanding Outcome Data

In this episode, Brandon Burns brings on Jason Friesema as well as Lauren Atencio to open a deep conversation into the very important topic, outcome data. Our team transparently shares outcome data relevant to Peaks and the industry and takes the time to debate how these outcomes should be influencing our decisions within treatment and beyond.

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