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Connect Call
Connect Call is a mental-health podcast where real stories meet real solutions. Each episode, your host Hannah Brett shares a true, anonymized call from their work connecting families to crisis support. Then, the exact type of provider they would call in that situation joins the conversation to break down what’s happening — and what to do next. No fluff. No fear-mongering. No endless theories. Just clear steps, human stories, and the support people wish they had in the moment everything felt…
Episodes
Connect CallEP27 - Beyond the Bubble: Why Staying Sober After Treatment Is the Hard Part | Joy & Dia
Leaving treatment is just the beginning. What happens when the structure and support of a treatment program are no longer there? In this episode of The Connect…
Connect CallEP26 - Before You Trust the Treatment: Do Your Homework | Hannah Brett
Choosing the right treatment program for a loved one can feel overwhelming but knowing what to look for and what questions to ask can make all the difference…
Connect CallEP25 – What Nobody Tells Parents: The Truth About Recovery on Campus | Teresa Wren
What happens when a student in recovery heads off to college? Finding the right support can make all the difference, but many families don't know what…
Connect CallEP24 - Beyond Therapy: How Therapeutic Consultants Support Family Healing | Cole & Maureen
When your child or young adult is struggling, knowing where to turn—and who to trust—can feel overwhelming. On this week’s episode of The Connect Call Podcast…
Connect CallEP23 - It’s Not Just Anxiety: What Most Doctors Miss About Hormones, Part 2 | Dr. Carly Snyder
The conversation about hormones and mental health continues on The Connect Call Podcast, and in Part 2, Hannah Brett and reproductive psychiatrist Dr. Carly…
Connect CallEP22 - It’s Not Just Anxiety: What Most Doctors Miss About Hormones, Part 1 | Dr. Carly Snyder
What if the anxiety, mood changes, or mental health symptoms you’re experiencing aren’t “just anxiety” but are connected to hormonal changes happening in your…
Connect CallEP21 - Advocate Like a Pro: Tips for Effective Advocacy with Doctors | Nadea Egan
What happens when you know something isn’t right, but you’re struggling to feel heard by your healthcare provider? In this episode of The Connect Call Podcast…
Connect CallEP20 - Rethinking Maternal & Women’s Mental Health: Finding Help & Being Seen with Dr. Noëlle Santorelli
Join us this week on the Connect Call Podcast as Hannah Brett and Dr. Noelle Santarelli dive into the pressing gaps in women's mental health care, with a focus…
Connect CallEP19 - Women, Hormones & Being Heard: Let’s Keep Talking with Hannah Brett
Join host Hannah Brett as she discusses women's mental health, postpartum challenges, and the need for systemic reform in women's healthcare. This episode…
Connect CallEP18- The Hidden Difference: Choosing a Coach or a Therapist with Joelene Knight
Join host Hannah Brett as she sits down this week on The Connect Call podcast to chat with Joelene Knight. They jump into the world of personalized coaching…
Connect CallEP17 - Exploring the Future of Treatment: Psychedelic Medicine with Jonathan Lowe
Welcome back to the Connect Call Podcast! This week, our host, Hannah Brett, is thrilled to have Jonathan Lowe, DNP, join us once again. Jonathan is a highly…
Connect CallEP16 - Family as a System: Keys to Lasting Recovery with Kelli Grant
Welcome to Episode 16 of The Connect Call Podcast! This week, host Hannah Brett sits down with Kelli Grant to dive into the vital role that families play in…
Connect CallEP15 – Trauma-Informed Care: Women's Addiction Treatment with Becky & Katy
Join us this week on the Connect Call Podcast as host Hannah Brett discusses the vital topic of gender-specific treatment for women battling addiction and…
Connect CallEP14 – Building Trust in Mental Health Resources: The All Kinds of Therapy Story with Jenney Wilder
Join host Hannah Brett on this week’s episode of the Connect Call Podcast as she sits down with Jenney Wilder to discuss the crucial role of trusted resources…
Connect CallEP13 – Family Involvement in Adolescent Treatment: Keys to Success with John and Dr. Kathryn
Welcome to another insightful episode of Connect Call! This week, host Hannah Brett engages in a compelling discussion with experts from Visions Treatment…
Connect CallEP12 - Wilderness Therapy: Safety and Best Practices with Derek Daley
Join host Hannah Brett this week as she discusses the world of wilderness therapy with expert guest Derek Daley. Together, they explore the misconceptions…
Connect CallEP11 - The Mourning After: Healing Through Grief with Hannah Brett
On this incredible solo episode, Hannah Brett shares her personal journey through grief, mental health, and the importance of self-advocacy and support systems…
Connect CallEP10 - The Truth About Treatment Admissions: What Families Need to Know with Kurtis and Jen
Join us for this enlightening episode of the Connect Call Podcast, where Hannah sits down with experts Kurtis Girard and Jen Sawyer to unravel the complexities…
Connect CallEP09 - Ethical Treatment of Trans Youth: Myths and Facts with Jordan Held
This week on the Connect Call Podcast, host Hannah Brett sits down with Jordan Held, LCSW (he/him) the Founder and President of Relentless Pursuit Therapy &…
Connect CallEP08 - Unlock Healing: Trauma, Intensives, and Family Transformation with Amelia and Lizzy
Join host Hannah Brett in a compelling conversation with Lizzy McGlothlin and Amelia Baldwin from Onsite as they discuss how intensive programs and…
Connect CallEP07 - Breaking the Silence: My Journey Through Depression and Treatment with Hannah Brett
Welcome to this week's heartfelt episode of Connect Call, where host Hannah Brett takes the mic solo to share her deeply personal story. Join Hannah as she…
Connect CallEP06 - Beyond the Stigma: Addressing Mental Health in Young Men with Jordan & Mark
This week on the Connect Call Podcast, Hannah dives into an insightful discussion with Jordan Spektor, CDO of Pace Recovery Center and Mark Oerther, CEO of…
Connect CallEP05 - Revolutionizing Mental Health: The Power of Ketamine with Jonathan Lowe
Join host Hannah Brett on this week's episode of the Connect Call Podcast as she sits down with Jonathan Lowe, DNP, a highly qualified psychiatric nurse…
Connect CallEP04 - Healing Together: Strengthening Family Bonds Through Love with Heather Hayes
Join us for a heartfelt conversation on the Connect Call Podcast this week as Hannah chats with Heather Hayes, the founder and CEO of Heather R Hayes &…
Connect CallEP03 - Uncovering the Truth: Red Flags Within Residential Treatment with Nikki Soda
This week on the Connect Call podcast, Hannah speaks to Nikki Soda, a dynamic advocate and strategic marketer renowned for her expertise in the behavioral…
Connect CallEP02 – Unseen Wounds: Mental Health After Trauma with Nicole Cook
Please note: This episode of Connect Call discusses school shootings and may be distressing. Listener discretion is advised. If you're struggling, support is…
Connect CallEP01 – Held Hostage by Your Child’s Emotions: Seeking Solutions with Tootie and Brandon
Join host Hannah Brett on the Connect Call Podcast as she chats about the intricate world of family dynamics, focusing on the critical role of parental…
Connect CallEP00 – Answering the Call: Why Your Story Matters with Hannah Brett
In this special solo episode, Hannah Brett shares her journey into mental health advocacy, the mission behind her upcoming podcast "Connect Call," and…