Austin Pederson & Brad Shepherd
Austin Pederson & Brad Shepherd
From Soldier to Counselor: James Montgomery's Journey
From Soldier to Counselor: James Montgomery's Journey
From Soldier to Counselor: James Montgomery's Journey
Tuesday 20th May 2025
James Montgomery shares his inspiring journey from military service to mental health counselling, emphasising family healing.
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Episode Overview
- James Montgomery's transition from military to mental health counselling.
- Importance of addressing mental health stigma.
- Holistic approach to healing families of first responders and veterans.
- Lessons learned from leadership in the military.
- Emphasis on community support and resilience.
"You can't fly under the radar. You gotta step forward and do good things."
James Montgomery's journey is a testament to resilience and transformation. In this episode of No One Fights Alone, listeners are taken on a heartfelt ride through his life, from a tumultuous childhood in an abusive home to a distinguished military career and eventually into mental health counselling. James opens up about the challenges he faced during his military service, including the impact of deployment and personal loss, which led him to shift gears towards helping others heal.
He shares the importance of breaking down mental health stigma and the holistic approach of his counselling service, Lotus Counseling Services. With over 24 years of service in the US Army, James brings a unique perspective to mental health counselling, focusing not just on first responders and veterans but their families too. He emphasises that healing must be comprehensive – touching on the whole family unit rather than just the individual.
His stories reveal the lessons learned from leadership in the military, where he discovered the importance of addressing the human aspect of service members beyond their roles. The conversation also highlights James' passion for building stronger communities and supporting those in need. He advocates for community support and healing within families, particularly for those who protect and serve. His approach is grounded in empathy and understanding, aiming to foster human connection and resilience.
This episode is a powerful reminder that no one fights alone – whether it's in the military or civilian life. James Montgomery's experiences offer hope and healing, encouraging listeners to see the potential for change and growth in their own lives. If you're looking for inspiration and insight into mental health and community support, this episode is not to be missed.