Tennessee Association of Recovery Court Professionals
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Interview with Doug Beecham
Interview with Doug Beecham
Interview with Doug Beecham
Friday 26th June 2020
Doug Beecham discusses his journey from recovery court participant to Co-Director, focusing on community support and mentorship. Listen now.
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Tennessee Association of Recovery Court Professionals
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Get the buttons here!Doug Beecham's Path: From Recovery Court Graduate to Co-Director
Once it falls from your head to your heart, you believe it. And we became, over The Years we became, I would say, best friends.
Imagine going from being a participant in a recovery court to co-directing the very program that helped turn your life around. That's exactly what happened to Doug Beecham, the Co-Director of the 23rd Judicial District Recovery Court Program. In this engaging episode, Doug sits down with Chad Curtis, a social work intern from Lipscomb, to share his inspiring journey through the Tennessee Recovery Court system.
From his early days as a participant to his current role as a leader, Doug opens up about the challenges and triumphs he has faced along the way. Doug discusses the pivotal role of sober living residences and steady employment in maintaining sobriety. He highlights how community support, 12-step programs, and dedicated mentorship from the court's staff have been crucial in his recovery journey.
This episode also dives into the hurdles that recovery court graduates often encounter, such as rebuilding personal relationships and finding long-term stability. One of the most compelling aspects of Doug's story is his commitment to giving back. He shares his future goals for the program, aiming to expand its reach and impact even further. Whether you're involved in the recovery court system, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about alternative justice systems, Doug's story offers valuable insights and inspiration.
Join TARCP and Chad Curtis as they explore Doug Beecham's transformation from participant to Co-Director, shedding light on the power of recovery courts in fostering lasting change.