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From Addiction to Advocacy: Nicole Obrigavitch's Journey

Nicole Obrigavitch shares her story from addiction to advocacy.

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From Darkness to Life contains the real stories of courageous individuals who have found their way out of the darkness caused by mental health challenges and substance abuse. If these episodes resonate with you and you yourself or someone you love needs help, please reach out.

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Season 5
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May 29, 2025

From Addiction to Advocacy: Nicole Obrigavitch's Journey

Nicole Obrigavitch shares her story from addiction to advocacy.
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Season 5
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May 15, 2025

The Power of Possible: Joe Roberts' Journey 'from Skid Row to CEO' and Beyond

Joe Roberts shares his recovery journey and the power of believing in possible.
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Getting The Best Help from Day One.

Ana, a Registered Provisional Psychologist, pours light on many important pieces around therapy, listening, and creating safe spaces.
April 15, 2021
Season 1
Episode
14

Mental Health, Addiction and Healing with Theoren Fleury

Theoren Fleury joins OCJ to discuss addiction, mental health, trauma and the subsequent work that goes into continuous recovery.
April 8, 2021
Season 1
Episode
13

Coping with Suicide (Nolan and Intek's Story)

In the aftermath of a friend's suicide, Nolan & Intek discuss the death of a close friend, and how coping through conversation was their way to deal with loss.
April 1, 2021
Season 1
Episode
12

An Educator's Approach to Teen Mental Health

As a high school vice-principal, Shauna has a unique perspective on the vulnerability of the teen mindset. Shauna takes a proactive to dealing with young minds.
March 25, 2021
Season 1
Episode
11

A Brief History of AA and 12 Step Recovery

Mark is a recovered alcoholic who shares his extensive knowledge of the history of the program that gave birth to all 12 step programs.
March 11, 2021
Season 1
Episode
10

The Food Bank and its role in Mental Health support

Celina joins Poncho, and the guys at OCJ to talk about the Food Bank and its role in helping people with mental health and addiction issues.
February 25, 2021
Season 1
Episode
9

Dealing with suicide - Nathan's Story

In the wake of yet another suicide in Medicine Hat, Nathan talks about coping with a difficult situation like the loss of a friend to suicide.
February 10, 2021
Season 1
Episode
8

From Rock Bottom - Leah's Story

Leah is an extreme example of an inspiring individual who had to hit rock bottom before realizing that her life was worth something.
February 4, 2021
Season 1
Episode
7

The Role of Law Enforcement in Addiction Crisis Management

This week we welcome Brent Secondiak, Ops Inspector for the MH Police Service, and involved in PACT (Police and Crisis Team) and the Addiction Crisis Team.
January 21, 2021
Season 1
Episode
6

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