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Saints by NumberTrauma, Recovery, and God’s Grace - Tonja Myles (Ep.18)In this episode, we sit down with Tonja Myles as she recounts her transformation from a life of trauma and addiction to one of healing, ministry, and public service. Tonja reminds us of the power of faith, redemption, and using your voice to help others heal.
2025-05-071h 23
Lifelines with David and John: The 988 PodcastLIVED EXPERIENCE: Voices that transform recovery and care - Ep 024 | Lifelines PodcastSend us a textIn this episode of Lifelines, hosts John Draper and David Covington engage with Eduardo Vega, a pioneer in mental health and suicide prevention. They discuss the importance of lived experience in shaping crisis care, the impact of personal narratives, and the evolution of peer support. The conversation highlights the significance of compassion in crisis interventions and the ongoing challenges faced in the mental health field. Eduardo shares insights from his theatrical work and the literature that has influenced the dialogue around suicide prevention. About Our Guest: Eduardo Vega is an in...
2024-09-241h 07
The Optimistic AmericanFrom the Crack House to the White House - A Lifetime of Adventures and MissionsJoin host Paul Johnson on The Optimistic American as he sits down with Tonja Myles, a remarkable individual who transformed her life from battling addiction in a crack house to advising the President in the White House. In this powerful episode, Tonja shares her incredible journey of overcoming addiction, serving in the military, and advocating for mental health and faith-based recovery programs.
Topics Discussed in the Video:
- From the Crack House to the White House: Tonja Myles opens up about her harrowing experience with addiction and how she went from using drugs in a...
2024-08-2158 min
Lifelines with David and John: The 988 PodcastChange Maker: Fighting While Wounded - Ep 010 | Lifelines PodcastSend us a Text Message.In this conversation, Tonja Myles discusses her recovery journey, spirituality's role in mental health, and her work with the Huntsman Family Foundation. She emphasizes the importance of faith and hope in the recovery process and the need for high-quality treatment and research in mental health.About Our Guest:Tonja Myles is an ordained minister, community activist, and peer counselor who draws from her own experiences overcoming addictions, abuse, and mental illness to provide advocacy focused on substance abuse recovery, mental health, and trauma. She founded a faith-based...
2024-06-041h 07
Lifelines with David and John: The 988 PodcastChange Maker: Fighting While Wounded - Ep 010 | Lifelines PodcastSend us a textIn this conversation, Tonja Myles discusses her recovery journey, spirituality's role in mental health, and her work with the Huntsman Family Foundation. She emphasizes the importance of faith and hope in the recovery process and the need for high-quality treatment and research in mental health.About Our Guest:Tonja Myles is an ordained minister, community activist, and peer counselor who draws from her own experiences overcoming addictions, abuse, and mental illness to provide advocacy focused on substance abuse recovery, mental health, and trauma. She founded a faith-based treatment...
2024-06-041h 07
Up On GameUp On Game Presents Stay A While "Mental Health Is Wealth" With Christena Huntsman Durham & Tonja R. MylesToday’s guests Christena Huntsman Durham, Director and Executive Vice President of Huntsman Foundation and Tonja R. Myles, Community Engagement Advisor, The Huntsman Mental Health Foundation join host Tommi A. Vincent on Radio Row during Super Bowl LVIII to discuss mental health, drug addiction, and more. A few of Christena Huntsman Durham’s highlights: Strong financial support for the advancement of mental health Redefining the conversation on mental wellness advocacy Lost a sister to a drug overdose and use their loss as an opportunity to minimize the stigma of mental health by helping others Founded the Hunt...
2024-05-0827 minUp on Game PresentsUp On Game Presents Stay A While "Mental Health Is Wealth" With Christena Huntsman Durham & Tonja R. MylesToday’s guests Christena Huntsman Durham, Director and Executive Vice President of Huntsman Foundation and Tonja R. Myles, Community Engagement Advisor, The Huntsman Mental Health Foundation join host Tommi A. Vincent on Radio Row during Super Bowl LVIII to discuss mental health, drug addiction, and more. A few of Christena Huntsman Durham’s highlights: Strong financial support for the advancement of mental health Redefining the conversation on mental wellness advocacy Lost a sister to a drug overdose and use their loss as an opportunity to minimize the stigma of mental health by helping others Founded the Hunt...
2024-05-0827 min
HINESIGHTS PodcastFrom Crack House to the White House: Tonja's Journey of Healing and Advocacy | Hinesights PodcastEmbark on a profound journey with Tonja "TJ" Myles on this impactful episode of the Hinesights Podcast. From a past marred by trauma, addiction, and despair, Tonja courageously shares her transformation into a passionate advocate for mental health and substance abuse. As a military veteran, former sex worker, and survivor, her lived experience provides a unique perspective on the challenges surrounding mental health, emphasizing the need to break through stigma. Discover how Tonja, once entrenched in the darkest depths, rose to become an advisor to the White House on matters of substance abuse. Tonja's inspiring narrative echoes the belief...
2024-02-1528 min
Faith Over Addiction | Biblical Idenity and Boundaries for Loving Someone with AddictionFrom Despair to Purpose: The Inspirational Journey of Tonja MylesJoin us on this gripping and inspiring episode of Soeber on purpose as we delve into the incredible journey of Tonja Myles. From the depths of despair to redemption and purpose, Tonja's story is a testament to the power of resilience and the human spirit. Tonja Myles wears many hats—an ordained minister, community activist, certified peer support specialist, veteran, and a subject matter expert advocating for community-based and systemic approaches to promote mental wellness and rehabilitation for recovery. Drawing from her own lived experience as an addict, suicide survivor, and victim of childhood sexual abuse, Tonja is a pa...
2023-12-1536 min
Addiction and the FamilyEpisode 46: Transforming Trauma Into Triumph with Tonja MylesTonja Myles talks about her rise from family and personal trauma into the triumph of her amazing and accomplished life in recovery today. We discuss intergenerational trauma and how healing can happen for anyone. Check out her new book, "From the Crack House to the White House."Special Guest: Tonja Myles.Support Addiction and the Family
2023-10-2756 min
The Addiction Podcast-Point of No ReturnTonja Myles: From the Crack House to the White HouseTonja Myles is a multi-faceted leader, ordained minister, and passionate advocate for mental health awareness, substance abuse recovery, and trauma healing. Over 36 years in recovery from addiction, Tonja has overcome suicide attempts and childhood/adult sexual abuse, earning a diagnosis of PTSD. Her inspiring journey has been shared in books, documentaries, talk shows, and national TV series. Tonja's leadership prowess shines through her "WHEN YOU ARE READY" campaign, where she leads a team of peer support specialists striving to reduce overdose deaths. They target overdose hotspots with data-driven treatment resources, harm reduction strategies, and peer mentoring. For s...
2023-10-0633 min
Talk LouisianaTonja Myles, Richard NelsonAuthor, veteran, and subject matter expert in mental health and untreated trauma Tonja Myles speaks on the opioid crisis by giving insight into her own personal experiences and also the latest program for addicts, "When You Are Ready". For more information, visit https://www.whenyouarereadybr.com/. State Representative and candidate for governor Richard Nelson talks his campaign and candidacy.
2023-08-1744 min
AFSP Podcast ChannelStrong Talk: Tonja Myles - Keeping It RealIn recognition of Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, in this episode Vic and his guest, Tonja Myles, discuss the unique challenges and opportunities experienced within the Black community in accessing culturally relevant mental health resources.Sign up for updates at https://riinternational.com/signup/
2023-07-2727 min
Coffee Break with Mayor BroomeEP 1: Mental Health with Tonja MylesWelcome to "Coffee Break with Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome," a monthly podcast where Mayor Broome sits down with guests from Baton Rouge to discuss what's happening now and what's coming next in our city. Join us for insightful conversations about the latest developments and the vision driving Baton Rouge's growth. Today’s special guest is Tonja Myles a subject matter expert in mental health. She promotes mental health awareness and rehabilitation with sharing her life experiences being in recovery from addictions for over 36 years, suicide survivor, victim of childhood and adult sexual abuse and a diagnosis of PTSD
2023-07-1219 min