Montana's Peer Network
Montana's Peer Network
Lucie Bruno - Strength Found Program
Lucie Bruno - Strength Found Program
Lucie Bruno - Strength Found Program
Wednesday 24th September 2025
Lucie Bruno discusses her peer-led program for CSA survivors, highlighting ethical peer support and societal taboos.
48 minutes
Inspiring
Supportive
Informative
Compassionate
Healing
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Recovery Reimagined
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Episode Overview
- Peer-led programs can offer unlimited one-on-one support.
- Understanding trauma's impact is crucial for recovery.
- Technology like Zoom can expand program reach.
- Ethical training prevents harm to supporters and clients.
- Breaking societal taboos is essential for healing.
"Recovery is not comfortable. It doesn't matter if you're recovering from substance use or a mental health diagnosis."
Get ready to be moved by Lucie Bruno's inspiring work with the Strength Found Program, a peer-led initiative supporting adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse (CSA). Hosted by Jim Hajny, this episode of Recovery Talks explores the profound impact CSA can have on mental health, substance use, and relationships. Lucie shares her journey as a peer mentor and director of the program, highlighting the importance of ethical peer support and the challenges faced in addressing such a sensitive topic.
You'll hear about the program's unique approach, including unlimited one-on-one support and a 14-week cohort-based experience that helps participants understand the lifelong effects of trauma. Lucie emphasises the power of peer support in breaking isolation and building community among survivors. With a touch of humour, she recounts how the pandemic unexpectedly expanded their reach across Canada through Zoom, turning a challenging situation into an opportunity for greater connection.
The episode also touches on the ethical considerations in peer support, ensuring readiness and preventing harm to both supporters and clients. Lucie's passion shines through as she discusses the ongoing need for training and support within organisations, making this episode both informative and heartfelt. As you listen, you'll find yourself reflecting on the societal taboos surrounding CSA and the importance of bringing these conversations into the light. How can we continue to support those in recovery while fostering ethical practices?
Tune in to explore these crucial questions.