Beth Bowen
Beth Bowen
A Conversation with AspenRidge Recovery's CEO, Shannon Van Deman
A Conversation with AspenRidge Recovery's CEO, Shannon Van Deman
A Conversation with AspenRidge Recovery's CEO, Shannon Van Deman
Friday 26th August 2022
Beth Bowen chats with AspenRidge Recovery's CEO Shannon Van Deman about revolutionizing addiction treatment and prevention on 'Sober Stories'.
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Beth Bowen
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Sobriety Success Stories
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Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Shannon Van Deman: Shaping the Future of Addiction Recovery
I think it's about helping people build their resiliency and build those protective factors around them as much as possible, while helping them work through the hard things, sure, but we do know that building that resiliency is one of the most important things we can be doing.
What does it take to reshape the landscape of addiction recovery? In this episode of 'Sober Stories', host Beth Bowen sits down with Shannon Van Deman, CEO of AspenRidge Recovery, to tackle this very question. Shannon brings a unique blend of personal experience and professional expertise to the table. Growing up in a family where addiction was a constant presence, including losing her brother to it in 2021, Shannon’s insights are both deeply personal and incredibly informed.
With a doctorate in cognitive psychology and an MBA, she has dedicated her career to challenging the norms in behavioral health. As the CEO of AspenRidge Recovery, she is at the forefront of initiatives aimed at preventing addiction before it starts. Beth and Shannon dive into the importance of early intervention and harm reduction, debunking the myth that one must hit 'rock bottom' before seeking help. They also explore how behavioral health requires ongoing effort, much like physical health.
Shannon’s work in affecting legislation and her role on Colorado's Behavioral Health Task Force showcase her commitment to making real change. The episode is a blend of candid conversation and hopeful perspectives, offering listeners a look at how integrated care and resilience-building can revolutionize recovery. If you're interested in how storytelling impacts addiction and recovery, and what the future holds for addiction prevention, this episode is a must-listen.