EP27 - 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 Call Podcast, host Hannah Brett welcomes Joy Stevens and Dia Parsons of Alegria Collaborative to discuss the importance of continued support beyond treatment. They explore how case management, recovery coaching, family involvement, and personalized care can help individuals navigate real-life challenges and build lasting stability.

Joy Stevens is the Founder and Partner of Alegria Collaborative. With extensive experience in recovery coaching and case management, she specializes in supporting individuals with complex mental health and substance use challenges.

Dia Parsons is the CEO and Partner of Alegria Collaborative and a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC-II). She focuses on bridging the gap between clinical treatment and everyday life through case management, recovery coaching, and family support.

Key Topics:

• The difference between case management and recovery coaching
• Why ongoing support is essential after treatment
• How personalized care can help reduce the risk of relapse
• The role of family involvement and healthy boundaries
• Recognizing when residential treatment may be necessary
• Why professional oversight and collaboration matter
• Meeting individuals where they are in their recovery journey
• Learning from setbacks and building long-term independence

Recovery doesn't end when treatment does. With the right support, accountability, and resources, individuals and families can navigate the challenges of life after treatment and continue moving toward lasting recovery.

Tune in to The Connect Call Podcast for an important conversation about what it really takes to build a life beyond treatment.

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About the Host:

With nearly 20 years of experience in the behavioral health and treatment industry, Hannah Brett, Founder of HB Connect, is a trusted resource for providers, families, and organizations navigating the complex landscape of mental health care. 

Over the course of her career, Hannah has partnered with leading national treatment centers to help ensure individuals and families receive compassionate, evidence-based support. Her unwavering advocacy for children's mental health, combined with her deep industry knowledge, makes her one of the most effective and sought-after voices in the field. 

A graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in Communications, Hannah brings a unique blend of strategic insight, operational expertise, and heart to every engagement. 

Through HB Connect, she works with treatment programs and healthcare organizations to design outreach and growth strategies that are both thoughtful and impactful-always with the goal of improving access to quality care. 

When she's not building connections in the mental health community, Hannah finds joy traveling to the UK to visit family, spending time with her close-knit circle of friends, and sharing life with her wife, Stacey, and their beloved pup, Frankie.

Podcast Produced by Jen Kourtei at Savvy Edge Marketing