OK State of Mind

In this episode, we delve into the transformative power of Individual Placement and Support (IPS) with Alicia Zuern, Program Supervisor of IPS at Family & Children's Services (FCS).
IPS is a specialized form of supported employment tailored for individuals grappling with serious mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression and FCS has the largest IPS team in Oklahoma.

AT FCS, IPS goes beyond traditional employment support by focusing on the individual's preferences and aspirations, aiming to secure and maintain jobs that align with goals. Join us as Alicia sheds light on the impact of IPS in empowering individuals to reclaim their autonomy and pursue meaningful careers despite the challenges posed by mental illness.
In our next episode connected to the work of IPS, we will be joined by Justin Smith, Program Director of NAVIGATE. FCS's first episode psychosis program.

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Join us as we speak with Darryl Turpin and Guy Wheeler about Habilitation Empowerment Accountability Therapy (HEAT) and Habilitation Empowerment Recovery (HER). These two group counseling interventions are culturally tailored and explicitly designed to meet unique needs of those involved with jail diversion, substance use disorder, and women’s justice initiatives.
Turpin and Wheeler currently partner with jail and prison diversion programs, substance use disorder programs, and women's justice programs in Tulsa, Oklahoma, but their initiatives contribute to what Wheeler refers to as "the global culture." Find out more about their interventions, their partnerships, their history, and their support of a collaborative "mosaic" of care in this episode.

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In this much-anticipated Part 2 of the episode titled, “Manage the World with Mindfulness,” Hailey Hopkins, LCSW brings you a special treat—a 8-minute mindfulness exercise led by Hailey herself.

Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just starting your mindfulness journey, this exercise promises a moment of tranquility and self-discovery.

We encourage you to actively participate in this guided mindfulness exercise, bookmarking it for future use whenever you need a rejuvenating break. Join us as we continue to explore the transformative power of mindfulness on your mental and physical well-being.
Please note that there are long pauses in this episode.

Music: Meditate by Onoychenko is licensed under CC BY 4.0

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In this episode, we chat with Kathy Loehr shedding light on the intricacies of serving the homeless community and providing valuable insights into their journey to stability.

Listen now to gain a better understanding of the issues, discover the incredible work being done, and learn how you can contribute to making a positive impact. Subscribe, share, and let's create a ripple of change together!

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"Beyond Incarceration: A Journey from Hopelessness to Healing" with Sonya McDonald, a remarkable Women in Recovery graduate who shares her personal story of overcoming adversity and addiction, finding hope, and transforming her life.
For almost 30 years, Oklahoma stood at the forefront of this issue nationwide. While currently ranked third, the state still exceeds the national average by twofold.
Many women who end up incarcerated have faced a history of trauma, abuse, and limited access to education and economic opportunities. A significant proportion have struggled with substance abuse or mental health issues, often stemming from untreated trauma. Addressing these underlying issues and providing comprehensive support systems is crucial in breaking the pathway to female incarceration and today's guest knows firsthand about these issues.
Our guest today is Sonya McDonald. She grew up in a violent home where she endured several types of abuse. She started experimenting with drugs and alcohol at age 13, and by age 19 was in a full-blown addiction. By 23, she was convicted of a felony, and by the time she was in her late thirties, she was homeless, and she felt completely hopeless. She desperately needed to address the many underlying issues that were the result of many traumatic events that occurred, but she didn't know how or where to start. Then she was accepted into Family & Children's Services' Women in Recovery program in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Women in Recovery, also known as WIR, is an intensive outpatient alternative to incarceration for eligible women facing long-term prison sentences for drug-related offenses. WIR uses a whole-person approach to address the multiple needs of a woman by developing a pathway of opportunity with comprehensive services and removing barriers, ultimately avoiding incarceration. By working with the criminal justice system and utilizing evidence-based curriculums, women conquer their addiction, recover from trauma, address mental illness, and acquire the essential economic, emotional, and social tools to build successful and productive lives.
Sonya graduated from Women in Recovery in 2015, and she currently works as a program coordinator at Tulsa Lawyers for Children.

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