Bryan McCauley: From Service to Recovery and Hope
Episode Overview
Bryan McCauley shares his journey from the Marine Corps to battling addiction as a police officer The importance of changing the culture around seeking help and addressing mental health Bryan's role in the Heroes program at PA Recovery Center and the impact of community support The significance of breaking the stigma surrounding mental health and addiction Encouraging stories of personal growth and recovery in veterans
We have to change the culture that goes from what's wrong with me to what's happened to me. We have to kind of recognize whether I was a police officer and encountered a situation where I had to pick up that radio and call for help or military, right? You're under fire. You pick up that radio and call for help. That's what we need to do now.
Imagine the weight of serving as a Marine Corps veteran, firefighter, police officer, and detective. Bryan McCauley has carried it all. In this episode of 'Untold Valor', Bryan shares his compelling journey through addiction, anxiety, and the brave steps he took to reclaim his life. As the director of the Heroes program at PA Recovery Center, Bryan is on a mission to help fellow veterans and first responders find their way to recovery.
He opens up about his own battles and the pivotal moments that pushed him to seek help. Bryan's story is a testament to the strength found in vulnerability and the power of community support. Tune in to hear his candid reflections on breaking the silence around suicide and the importance of proactive mental health conversations. If you're looking for a story that combines raw honesty with a message of hope, this episode is for you.