Episode - 132 Addiction Runs in The Family-Maggie Hunt
Episode - 132 Addiction Runs in The Family-Maggie Hunt

Recovery Is Possible

Today's guest is Maggie Hunt, Director of Communications and Marketing at Retreat Behavioral Health. Maggie discusses her recovery from Opiate Addiction and how addiction runs in families. The good news is that people can and do recover from addictio...

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Recovery Is Possible

Michael Van Meter

Michael has seen first-hand the devastating effects of addiction on the public, his profession, and himself. Michael began his career as a helicopter pilot in the U.S. Navy. After eight years, he became a Corrections Officer, Washington DC Police Officer, and then FBI Agent. In 2010, Michael became an instructor at the FBI Academy. In 2013, he created a course titled “Leading At-Risk Employees” geared toward Police Executives to help them understand alcoholism, prescription drug abuse, PTSD, suicide, and domestic violence as it relates to policies and procedures for their agencies worldwide. In 2019, Michael retired from the FBI but his passion for helping others continued. In August 2022, he graduated with a Master’s in Addiction Counseling: Integrated Recovery for Co-Occurring Disorders from the Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School of Addiction Studies. He currently works full-time as a Behavioral Health Therapist at a large nonprofit hospital. Pulling from his personal and professional experience, Michael shares his thoughts on this sensitive, complex, and controversial subject.

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From Shadows to Light: Maggie Hunt's Triumph Over Opiate Addiction

Episode Overview

Maggie Hunt shares her recovery journey from opiate addiction, highlighting the influence of genetic predisposition and family history.
Her experiences underscore the challenges of overcoming addiction and the importance of perseverance and self-acceptance.
Maggie emphasizes the critical role of tailored treatment programs and the need for a supportive community during the recovery process.
She discusses the unique struggles of addiction among first responders and veterans, advocating for specialized support for these individuals.
Maggie's transformation into a dedicated professional helping others on their recovery journey exemplifies the possibilities of a fulfilling life beyond addiction.

“The great secret of recovery is we stay sober by helping other people.”

Maggie Hunt, Director of Communications and Marketing at Retreat Behavioral Health, opens up about her battle with opiate addiction and the hereditary nature of this struggle. In this episode of 'Recovery Is Possible', Maggie shares how she navigated through the darkest times, despite having no apparent reasons for her addiction on paper. She dives into the genetic factors and family history that played a significant role in her journey.

Through multiple treatment attempts, Maggie's story is a testament to perseverance and the power of self-acceptance. Her experiences underscore the importance of tailored treatment programs and the crucial need for a supportive community, especially for first responders and veterans. Maggie’s transformation from someone ensnared by addiction to a professional aiding others on their recovery journey highlights the immense potential for a fulfilling life beyond addiction.

Tune in to hear her compelling narrative and gain insights into overcoming the challenges of addiction.

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