Michael Walsh
Michael Walsh
Putting a Face on Recovery (with Greg Williams)
Putting a Face on Recovery (with Greg Williams)
Putting a Face on Recovery (with Greg Williams)
Tuesday 5th April 2022
Greg Williams discusses his journey through addiction treatment and his advocacy for affordable care on the Landmark Recovery Podcast.
48 minutes
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Michael Walsh
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Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Greg Williams: Battling for Affordable Addiction Treatment
I argue sometimes that the wrong program for a long period of time might actually do better.
Ever faced the harsh reality of addiction treatment costs? Greg Williams knows this struggle all too well. At just 17, Greg entered a residential treatment facility in Pennsylvania, only to have his insurance cut him off almost immediately. His parents, determined to keep him in care, shouldered the financial burden themselves. Six months into recovery, their fight with the insurance company began, leading to multiple appeals before finally winning the battle.
Now, 20 years later, Greg is a filmmaker and advocate, leading efforts to revolutionize addiction treatment and payment systems. In this episode of the Landmark Recovery Podcast, Michael Walsh chats with Greg about his personal journey and his mission to change the landscape of addiction treatment in America. They discuss the emotional and financial toll addiction takes on families, the shortcomings of insurance policies, and the critical need for better education and awareness about addiction.
Greg also highlights the power of social media in reshaping public perception and the importance of hope in recovery. This conversation sheds light on the necessity for a comprehensive approach to addiction treatment that addresses trauma and advocates for accessible, affordable care. If you or someone you love is navigating the challenges of addiction, this episode offers a compelling look at the fight for better support and understanding.