In this episode of Recovering Boldly, Nichole speaks candidly about rebuilding trust with her children, surviving gang-related gun violence, navigating the complexities of sex work, and reclaiming her identity after addiction.

Now a certified peer support specialist, Nichole uses her lived experience to guide others through their own recovery journeys. This episode is honest, unexpectedly funny at times, and full of hope.

#AddictionRecovery #PeerSupport #MentalHealthAwareness #SurvivorStory #PodcastEpisode

Content Warning:

This episode contains discussions of sexual assault, suicide, and substance use. Please take care while listening, and know it's okay to pause or step away if needed.

Resources:

National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) | rainn.org

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 | 988lifeline.org

SAMHSA National Helpline (Substance Abuse): 1-800-662-HELP (4357) | samhsa.gov

You are not alone. Help is available.

Quest is a nonprofit health center in Portland, OR with a mission to provide integrative healthcare services, community, and education to all people seeking a wellness-focused approach to living and dying.

Our programs in HIV Services, Substance Use Recovery, Chronic Pain Management, Mental Health, Acupuncture, and Holistic Medical Care recognize that each person has a unique journey to healing. In addition to offerings like individual and group therapy, our programs take an integrative approach to wellness, including elements such as peer support, wellness movement, nutrition, and at the heart of it all community. Our three primary service communities are low-income, people living with HIV, and LGBTQIA2S+. We proudly accept the Oregon Health Plan (OHP) as well as many other commercial insurance options.

If you’d like to learn more about any of our services, please visit our website at www.Quest-Center.org

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