One Day at a Time: Colin Harris – Finding Purpose in Recovery (Episode 3)

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October 29, 2024

In this episode of “One Day at a Time” by Yellowhammer News, host Laurie Dhue interviews Colin Harris, CEO of Longleaf Recovery & Wellness, who shares his personal journey in recovery and his motivation for establishing recovery centers in Alabama. Harris, who has been sober for over six years, talks the transformative power of finding purpose, connection, and community in his journey.

Harris is uniquely equipped to share the importance of building a supportive environment, both personally and professionally, for those in recovery.

He explains the mission of Longleaf Recovery & Wellness and its numerous facilities, including the Birmingham Recovery Center and newer locations in Huntsville and Baldwin County. Unlike many traditional recovery programs, Longleaf facilities are designed to offer a warm, supportive environment with state-of-the-art medical and therapeutic care. He also articulates the challenges of navigating mental health and substance use treatment in Alabama and his mission to make quality treatment accessible.

Laurie and Colin also explore the impact of co-occurring disorders and the critical need for skilled, supported staff in achieving successful outcomes for clients. He shares the symbolic inspiration behind the name “Longleaf,” representing resilience and growth after adversity, similar to the longleaf pine tree that thrives after a fire.

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