Nathan McLean & Corey Williams
Nathan McLean & Corey Williams
Meet Your Mentor
Meet Your Mentor
Meet Your Mentor
Tuesday 26th July 2022
Corey and Nathan discuss how mentorship can revolutionize addiction treatment for healthcare workers, addressing stigma and offering vital support.
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13 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Supportive
Hopeful
Engaging
About this podcast
Author:
Nathan McLean & Corey Williams
Overview:
Categories:
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Recovery Reimagined
Body & Mind
Family Recovery from Addiction
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Mentorship: A Lifeline for Healthcare Workers Battling Addiction
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Picture this: You're a healthcare worker grappling with substance use, feeling isolated and unsure where to turn. Wouldn't it be comforting to have someone by your side who truly understands? In this eye-opening episode of the Recovery Machine Podcast, hosts Corey Williams and Nathan McLean dive into the transformative power of mentorship in addiction treatment for healthcare workers. Corey kicks things off by recounting his own journey through addiction treatment.
He emphasizes how having a mentor—someone who had walked the same path and emerged stronger—could have made a world of difference. Nathan chimes in, pointing out the glaring absence of structured mentorship programs for healthcare professionals dealing with substance use disorders. The hosts explore how mentorship can break down barriers, reduce feelings of isolation, and make the daunting process of addiction recovery a bit more manageable.
They tackle the unique challenges healthcare workers face, such as the stigma attached to seeking help and the fear of job loss. Corey and Nathan passionately argue that lived experience is an invaluable resource, and mentorship can foster a sense of community and support. But it's not just about emotional support. The episode also delves into practical aspects, like the need for compensated mentorship programs and clear contracts to avoid legal issues.
Corey and Nathan suggest collaborating with unions and educational institutions to create robust mentorship networks. For healthcare workers struggling with substance use, this episode offers a beacon of hope. Corey and Nathan encourage listeners to seek out mentors and connect with others who have faced similar battles. They believe that mentorship isn't just a nice-to-have—it's a crucial component of effective addiction treatment. Tune in to discover how mentorship can be a game-changer in the fight against addiction for healthcare workers.