What does it mean to truly recover? For Brittany, it meant climbing out of homelessness and active addiction after giving birth in a toilet during one of her darkest moments. Today, she's a certified Peer Support Specialist and Community Health Worker at Love Overwhelming in Cowlitz County, Washington.
This conversation is raw, real, and proof that transformation is possible. Brittany doesn't just talk about recovery—she lives it every day, using her lived experience to help others find hope in their own journeys through substance abuse, trauma, and homelessness.
In this episode, you'll hear:
- How Brittany survived rock bottom and began her recovery journey
- What peer support specialist training involves and why lived experience matters
- How trauma-informed care works in real community health settings
- Practical hope for anyone struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is
- Why "we do recover" isn't just a saying—it's a promise
If you've ever wondered whether someone can come back from rock bottom, this episode is your answer. Recovery is possible. Redemption is real. Hope is here.
ABOUT BRITTANY:
Brittany is a certified Peer Support Specialist and Community Health Worker at Love Overwhelming, serving Cowlitz County, Washington. She uses her lived experience with addiction, homelessness, and trauma to support others on their recovery journeys.
ABOUT THE HOST:
Charles D. Hendrickson is the founder of Love Overwhelming, bringing decades of experience in housing, behavioral health, and peer support services. He believes that hope grows where understanding begins.
CONNECT:
Website: www.loveoverwhelming.org
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