The Many Dimensions of Collegiate RecoveryThe Many Dimensions of Collegiate Recovery
SMART Recovery® Podcast
College age youth often experiment with new behaviors when they perceive they have less formal restrictions, and Millie Goins knows all about it. She is a prevention advocate and certified wellness coach that leads student programs at the University...
36:30•18 Apr 2025
Holistic Approaches to Collegiate Recovery with Millie Goins
Episode Overview
- The importance of a holistic approach to student wellness and recovery.
- How substance misuse can impact academic success and overall health.
- The role of collaboration and creativity in developing effective prevention programmes.
- Millie's personal connection to addiction and its influence on her work.
- The integration of SMART Recovery principles into collegiate programmes.
“Collaboration is my superpower.”
In this episode of the SMART Recovery® Podcast, host Luke Frazier chats with Millie Goins, a prevention advocate and certified wellness coach at the University of Central Arkansas. Millie brings her extensive experience in public health and personal journey with addiction to the table, offering a unique perspective on collegiate recovery. Her role involves educating students about wellness and the impact of substance misuse on their academic success and overall health.
Millie discusses the various dimensions of wellness she integrates into student programs, highlighting the importance of a holistic approach to recovery. She also shares her personal connection to addiction, having grown up in a household affected by substance use, which fuels her passion for helping others. Throughout the episode, Millie emphasises the need for collaboration and creativity in developing effective prevention and recovery programmes on campus.
If you're interested in understanding how wellness and recovery intersect in a collegiate setting, this episode is a must-listen.
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