Montana's Peer Network
Montana's Peer Network
Erin Olson
Erin Olson
Erin Olson
Wednesday 10th September 2025
Erin Olson shares his journey from struggles to becoming a peer support leader, advocating for mental health awareness and recovery.
30 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Encouraging
Authentic
Informative
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Montana's Peer Network
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Family Recovery from Addiction
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Peer support is crucial in behavioural health recovery.
- Advocacy can lead to significant community impact.
- Recovery brings unexpected opportunities and blessings.
- Involvement in organisations like NAMI can provide vital support.
- Events like NAMI Walk help reduce stigma around mental illness.
Every good thing that's come my way has been totally out of my control.
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? In this episode of Recovery Talks, Erin Olson shares his inspiring journey from personal struggles to becoming a peer support champion. Working at St. Peter's Hospital, Erin has seen firsthand the power of peer support in the behavioural health unit, emergency department, and addictions clinic. His passion for advocacy is evident as he talks about his roles with NAMI Helena and NAMI Montana, pushing for mental health awareness and support.
The episode is a heartwarming mix of Erin's personal anecdotes and his broader impact on the community, highlighting the importance of peer support in recovery. Jim Haney, the host, engages Erin in a lively conversation about his journey, the challenges he's faced, and the rewarding work he does today. Erin's story is a testament to the transformative power of recovery, offering hope and encouragement to anyone facing similar struggles.
His commitment to helping others shines through as he discusses upcoming events like the NAMI Walk and behavioural health conference. With light-hearted moments sprinkled throughout, this episode is both informative and uplifting, leaving listeners with a sense of hope and motivation to continue their own recovery journeys. So, what drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Dive into Erin's story to find out.