Episode 111 - ”The Payoff with Pete” Interview
Episode 111 - ”The Payoff with Pete” Interview

Recovery Is Possible

I recently appeared on "The Payoff with Pete" podcast hosted by Pete Sousa. In this episode you learn a little bit about my story and background as well as how the disease of addiction progresses. This is an interview full of all kinds of useful info...

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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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Michael Van Meter Opens Up About Addiction on ‘The Payoff with Pete’

“Once I understood and was taught the disease model of addiction and that it was something that I had no control over...”

Michael Van Meter, a former FBI agent turned Behavioral Health Therapist, shares his gripping journey through addiction on 'The Payoff with Pete'. With a career that spans from piloting helicopters in the U.S. Navy to working as an FBI agent, Michael's story is both compelling and deeply human. In this episode, he talks candidly about the progression of addiction, shedding light on the stigma that often surrounds it.

Michael doesn't just recount his struggles; he offers valuable insights into the disease model of addiction and the importance of seeking help. He also delves into how addiction affects families and the vital role of connection and support in recovery. Listeners will find inspiration in Michael's personal anecdotes and professional expertise, making this episode a must-listen for anyone touched by addiction.

Whether you're battling addiction yourself or supporting a loved one, Michael's story offers hope and practical advice for the journey ahead.

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