Mike Carroll & Jess Gaddes
Mike Carroll & Jess Gaddes with Rosalyn Hennesy
Both Sides of the system - Lived experienced and professional - addiction and mental health
Both Sides of the system - Lived experienced and professional - addiction and mental health
Both Sides of the system - Lived experienced and professional - addiction and mental health
Saturday 2nd April 2022
Rosalyn Hennesy discusses her journey from addiction to advocacy, highlighting systemic changes needed in mental health and addiction care.
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Mike Carroll & Jess Gaddes
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Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Body & Mind
Family Recovery from Addiction
Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Rosalyn Hennesy's Journey: From Addiction to Advocacy
But firstly, we need to get rid of the Us and them and have a discussion as people, without the tags on the end of our name, whether we're an advocate or a lived experience, or a counsellor, or a psychologist, or a professor or, you know, a ceo or a prime minister, because at The End Of The Day that means absolutely jackal.
Imagine battling addiction for over two decades, only to turn that struggle into a mission to help others. That's exactly what Rosalyn Hennesy has done. In this episode of 'Removing Addiction and Healing Mental Health', hosts Mike Carroll and Jess Gaddes sit down with Rosalyn, who shares her incredible journey from substance dependence to becoming a passionate advocate for mental health and addiction reform.
For 23 years, Rosalyn used drugs and alcohol to cope with a lifetime of trauma and grief. Today, she's nearing five years in recovery and has transformed her life in ways she never thought possible. But Rosalyn's story isn't just about her personal battle; it's about her work to change the system from within. As a trained mental health and addiction support worker, she’s been on the front lines advocating for better treatment options and more compassionate care.
Rosalyn has worn many hats—from participating in documentaries like 'Half a Million Steps' to leading the Fair Treatment campaign in Sydney. Her advocacy has taken her to panels, public forums, and even discussions with parliamentarians. In 2021, she co-founded Public Health en Afrique, focusing on mental health and addiction awareness for women and children in Africa. One of the most compelling parts of this episode is Rosalyn's take on the 'us vs.
them' mentality that often plagues the addiction and mental health sectors. She argues that breaking down these barriers is crucial for effective treatment and recovery. The conversation also covers essential topics like funding models, aftercare services, and the importance of open communication. If you're looking for an inspiring story of resilience and advocacy, or if you want to understand the complexities of addiction and mental health from someone who's lived it, this episode is a must-listen.