Stephan Neff
Stephan Neff
454 Kurt Schmidt: ThePeerNetwork.com: Transforming Mental Health & Substance Use Recovery
454 Kurt Schmidt: ThePeerNetwork.com: Transforming Mental Health & Substance Use Recovery
454 Kurt Schmidt: ThePeerNetwork.com: Transforming Mental Health & Substance Use Recovery
Friday 21st June 2024
Kurt Schmidt discusses how peer support transforms mental health and substance use recovery, sharing his personal journey and insights on 'Steps To Sobriety'.
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Episode Overview
- Peer support plays a crucial role in addiction recovery.
- Early substance use often leads to a life of secrecy and denial.
- Ethical considerations are vital in peer support.
- Peer support should complement, not replace, clinical therapy.
- Lived experience offers unique insights and hope for those in recovery.
It's not just one experience, one aha moment; it takes many times and multiple attempts to get better.
Ever wondered how peer support can revolutionise mental health and substance use recovery? In this episode of 'Steps To Sobriety', Stephan Neff chats with Kurt Schmidt, the mastermind behind ThePeerNetwork.com. Kurt opens up about his own journey from the depths of addiction to becoming a beacon of hope for others. Growing up in a turbulent environment, Kurt started using substances at a young age, leading to a life of secrecy and denial.
He candidly shares how these early experiences shaped his path and ultimately led him to found ThePeerNetwork.com. This platform connects individuals struggling with addiction to peers who have walked the same path, offering a unique form of support that combines lived experience with professional training. Kurt's transformation is nothing short of inspiring, and his story is a testament to the power of peer support in fostering recovery.
Stephan and Kurt discuss the critical role of peer support in breaking down barriers, reducing hospital visits, and improving overall quality of life for those battling addiction. They also touch on the importance of ethical considerations and boundaries in peer support, ensuring that it complements clinical therapy rather than replacing it. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the transformative power of peer support in addiction recovery.
Whether you're on your own journey to sobriety or supporting a loved one, Kurt's insights offer valuable lessons and hope. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation that could change the way you view recovery.