Episode - Hilary Phelps on Coaching and Wellness
Episode - Hilary Phelps on Coaching and Wellness

Recovery Is Possible

Hilary Phelps discusses the benefits of coaching in regard to wellness and recovery. Hilary has an enormous amount of experience with recovery and discusses the unique challenges, expectations, and responsibilities they face on a daily basis. Hilary ...

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50:47•16 Jan 2024

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Recovery Is Possible

Michael Van Meter

Michael has seen first-hand the devastating effects of addiction on the public, his profession, and himself. Michael began his career as a helicopter pilot in the U.S. Navy. After eight years, he became a Corrections Officer, Washington DC Police Officer, and then FBI Agent. In 2010, Michael became an instructor at the FBI Academy. In 2013, he created a course titled “Leading At-Risk Employees” geared toward Police Executives to help them understand alcoholism, prescription drug abuse, PTSD, suicide, and domestic violence as it relates to policies and procedures for their agencies worldwide. In 2019, Michael retired from the FBI but his passion for helping others continued. In August 2022, he graduated with a Master’s in Addiction Counseling: Integrated Recovery for Co-Occurring Disorders from the Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School of Addiction Studies. He currently works full-time as a Behavioral Health Therapist at a large nonprofit hospital. Pulling from his personal and professional experience, Michael shares his thoughts on this sensitive, complex, and controversial subject.

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Hilary Phelps: Embracing Wellness and Coaching for Recovery

Episode Overview

Hilary discusses her experience with recovery and the unique challenges and responsibilities faced in the journey
She shares insights from the holistic coaching program covering emotional, mental, spiritual, and physical aspects
The discussion focuses on finding the right room, empowering women through transitions, and honoring oneself
Hilary's coaching platform, The Right Room, aims to create a safe space for women to share, be accepted, and loved
The episode explores the power of intuition, self-compassion, reframing mindsets, and the role of accountability in personal growth

“I've gone through these transitions in life, sobriety was one, having a child was another, getting a divorce was another, and we have these kind of transitions and iterations where we have the opportunity to become better. So, I wanted to be able to lend that support and be that person for women who are also experiencing any kind of transition.”

Hilary Phelps joins Michael Van Meter to dive into the world of coaching and wellness, sharing her extensive experience in recovery. With a rich background in supporting individuals through life's challenges, Hilary sheds light on the unique hurdles faced during the recovery journey. She passionately discusses her newly launched coaching platform, The Right Room, which aims to guide women through emotional, mental, spiritual, and physical transitions.

This episode is a heartfelt conversation about finding self-compassion, reframing perspectives, and the importance of accountability. Michael and Hilary explore how coaching can empower women to honor themselves and navigate life's changes with grace and strength. Hilary's approach to holistic healing provides a safe space for women to share their stories and find acceptance. Tune in to discover how coaching can transform lives and support personal growth.

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