Mike Carroll & Jess Gaddes
Mike Carroll & Jess
Jess's story of removing her crystal methamphetamine (Ice) and gambling addiction.
Jess's story of removing her crystal methamphetamine (Ice) and gambling addiction.
Jess's story of removing her crystal methamphetamine (Ice) and gambling addiction.
Thursday 4th November 2021
Listen to Jess Gaddes share her journey from addiction to advocacy, highlighting the importance of support and breaking the stigma around addiction.
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23 minutes
Hopeful
Inspiring
Informative
Engaging
Supportive
About this podcast
Author:
Mike Carroll & Jess Gaddes
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Body & Mind
Family Recovery from Addiction
Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Jess's Journey: From Addiction to Advocacy
We're very behind with mental health and we need to change that stigma.
Jess Gaddes has a story that’s both heart-wrenching and hopeful. Growing up in western Sydney, Jess faced years of addiction to crystal methamphetamine (Ice) and gambling, starting in her teens and stretching into her twenties. This episode of 'Removing Addiction and Healing Mental Health' takes a deep dive into her battle with addiction and her incredible journey to recovery.
Jess opens up about the darkest moments, including homelessness and the struggle to find mental health services that could truly help her. Her honesty and vulnerability are palpable as she recounts the challenges she faced and the turning points that led her to seek rehabilitation. Now clean for over five and a half years, Jess is on a mission to support others who are struggling.
Through her social media platforms and community outreach, she shares her experiences and offers a beacon of hope to those who feel lost. Mike Carroll and Jess Gaddes discuss the importance of social support, accessible mental health services, and the need to break the stigma surrounding addiction. Jess's story is a testament to the power of resilience and the impact one person can have on many.
Tune in to hear an inspiring tale of transformation and learn how Jess is helping others find their path to recovery.