18 - Insight and Intimacy: Human Connection Instead of Despair - Tracy Ronning
Description
In this episode of "On Mind," host Andrew Archer welcomes Tracy Ronning, the Outpatient Clinical Services Director at Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge. Tracy discusses her role in overseeing core teams and mental health services, her personal connection to recovery, and her passion for training new clinicians. She shares insights into the challenges and successes of treating substance use and mental health issues, the differences between residential and outpatient programs, and the systemic impacts of COVID-19. Tracy emphasizes the importance of trauma-informed care and the critical need for community and connection in the recovery process. Join us for a deep dive into the complexities of addiction treatment and mental health support.