The Return

Lindsay and Jay kick off this episode talking about the "shit storm" while digging into intimacy of marriage for them and hint: it has nothing to do with sex. From intrusive thoughts to the things nobody wants to admit out loud, they get honest about what really happens behind closed doors when life, love, stress, and the partnerships they hold together collide. questions, comments or concerns text me I'd love to connect

Jay Gruben kicks off season 3 with his lovely wife Lindsay. On this episode they start to bring us up to speed on what went down the last 3 years since Jay's last podcast episode.Thanks for listening and your support!!questions, comments or concerns text me I'd love to connect

Jay meets Valerie Mena, a devoted mother and hygienist that embodies a tale of resilience, perseverance, and unwavering dedication. Rooted in the rich heritage of her immigrant parents, Valerie's journey has been marked by both profound challenges and triumphant victories.Growing up, Valerie witnessed the hardships of depression and alcoholism with her mother that placed her amidst trauma and conflict. These challenges were intensified in her most formative years and well into adulthood. Valerie became pregnant while in high school, giving birth to a beautiful daughter. She immediately embraced the role of being a single mother, a journey dotted with episodes of domestic violence being brought upon Valerie. Despite the adversity, Valerie's spirit remained unbroken; she navigated through these tribulations and traumas and pursued a fulfilling career in hygiene, demonstrating that one's past does not define one’s future.Valerie's resilience was further highlighted as she became a beacon of support for her mother during her most trying times, caring for her until her final moments. Her life story is not just about enduring pain; it is a testament to her strength and compassion, as she continued to excel in her professional field while navigating personal adversities.In every aspect of her life, Valerie exemplifies grit and a relentless pursuit of betterment, becoming a symbol of hope and an inspiring figure for many who find themselves in similar circumstances.Valerie Mena’s story is one of hope, transformation, and unwavering love. In sharing her journey, she aims to inspire and empower others to overcome their own obstacles and build a life marked by achievement and fulfillment, regardless of the difficulties they face.https://www.samhsa.gov/https://www.thehotline.org/https://mutualground.org/questions, comments or concerns text me I'd love to connect

Jay meets with Paige Arnone. Paige is a yoga practitioner and Founder of Firstgevity she is AZPOST CERTIFIED & E-RYT 500. With years of experience working directly with first responders, Paige knows firsthand the unique challenges these brave individuals face and the toll it can take on their mental and physical health. Her journey with yoga began when she struggled with debilitating anxiety and panic attacks from childhood traumas. Yoga taught her how to take back control of her life, and it has since become her mission to give back to those who have always protected her.Paige's ultimate goal is to support the development of a new generation of first responders who are physically healthy and mentally strong being able to easily handle challenging conditions. Paige's passion and dedication to helping first responders thrive and creating a stronger and more resilient community for all are at the heart of Firstgevity's mission.https://www.firstgevity.com/questions, comments or concerns text me I'd love to connect

Jay meets with Retired Police Officer of Phoenix Arizona, Christopher Hoyer. Christopher is an author, keynote speaker/presenter, trainer, protector, survivor and active advocate for mental/ physical/emotional/spiritual wellness for the First Responder and civilian communities. After over 20 years as a street cop, having been faced with the worst horrors imaginable, he has turned his focus to public speaking and writing various articles worldwide. Having recently published a book: When That Day Comes Training For The Fight, with Natalie June Reilly he is helping LEO and First Responder communities from all over prepare for the crisis, stored trauma and joys that come with the job. His book was written for a couple of specific and special reasons. The first is to honor the memory of all fallen Law Enforcement Officers ... one in particular. The second is to pass on what time on the street taught him about survival ... mental, physical and emotional.He has spoken to thousands, including First Responders, mental health advocates and various professional entities, sharing his story in hopes of saving lives. https://a.co/d/aD5freShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-hoyer-25398192/questions, comments or concerns text me I'd love to connect

Jay from the Reclaim Team meets Johnnie Davis. Johnnie is a successful author, entrepreneur and miracle to still be here spreading love, insight and sharing his inspiring story. Johnnie grew up in one of the toughest housing projects in NJ with 5 of his other siblings and his mother. His mother worked countless hours to provide her children with private education which gave Johnnie the opportunity for college. Johnnie became very successful in the direct sales business and was retiring at the age of 34 years old!!! The Johnnie came down with heart failure and battled that sickness for 6 amazing and death defying years. We unpack this and his harrowing journey coming back from Sudden Cardiac Arrest, being saved by his wife Rachel, the Fire & Rescue Team at Station 38 and SOOOOO much more!Johnnie is a Board of Directors Officer for the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation.https://www.amazon.com/Im-Still-Here-Failure-Champion-ebook/dp/B072BCVMVH/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8questions, comments or concerns text me I'd love to connect

The Reclaim Team meets with Dr. Ted again to unpack anxiety. Although Ted is not taking new clients at this time, Ted is a psychologist who works with clients whose concerns include depression, anxiety, stress, anger, conflict management, poor self-esteem, compulsive behavior, eating disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, unemployment stresses, alcohol and other substance abuse issues, psychosis, domestic violence, as well as marriage and family issues.Ted Welsch, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of Illinois. He has a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology-Chicago. Prior to establishing CCCA, he worked at a community mental health center, at a parish, a psychiatric hospital, and a nursing home. In addition, Ted conducted court ordered psychological assessments and provided counseling services to adolescents at a juvenile detention center. Over the past 10 years in private practice, he has experience working with couples, families, adults and adolescents in individual therapy.Ted is a husband and father of four adult children and utilizes that experience in his work with his clients. The field of psychology is his second career endeavor, previously working in various capacities in a family-owned construction firm. so he can also relate to occupational challenges that individuals face in the work world. Ted places a priority on keeping up with current developments in areas of interest in the field of psychology. He maintains membership in the American Psychological Association, the Association for the Development of the Person-Centered Approach, the World Association for Person-Centered and Experiential Psychotherapies, the APA Division of Psychologists in Independent Practice, Division of Humanistic Psychotherapies and the Division of Clinical Psychology.questions, comments or concerns text me I'd love to connect

The Reclaim Team meets Deputy Chief Matthew Thomas. Matt is an author, speaker and decorated Leader in the LEO community who was recently recognized for his 30 years of distinguished service to the the Pinal County Sheriff's Office. For 30 years Matt has been in the fight and serving on the frontline in the war with the Mexican Cartels trying to infiltrate the USA. He takes us into a raw view about a day in life, what his personal time looked like and what it took to learn and fight these criminal organizations.Link for Matt's book:https://www.amazon.com/Interceptors-Untold-Against-Mexican-Cartels/dp/0578374277?asin=B0BL5FTQHY&revisionId=f468bfbe&format=1&depth=1Matt is native of Arizona, growing up in Phoenix. He is married to his wife Susie of 30 years and has three children. Matt has been employed with the Pinal County Sheriff ’s Office for over 30 years, starting his career as a Detention Officer in 1993 and promoted through the ranks to his current position of Chief Deputy. He has served in several specialty units—Detention, Patrol, Traffic, Training, the Police Academy, Motors, Narcotics, and Investigations. Having served 18 years on the Pinal Regional SWAT team as a member, team leader, and finishing as the team commander, he was involved in and/or led over 700 missions during his tenure on SWAT. Matt has also worked in an undercover capacity, both as a detective and as a sergeant, while assigned to the Narcotics Unit. He has worked and supervised everything from street-level drug cases to large, organized-crime cases in a cartel-infested environment.Matt’s current assignment is as the Sheriff ’s Executive Officer, serving as second-in-command for the agency. He oversees and manages all operations for over 650 employees and volunteers in a county that covers over 5,400 square miles and has an approximate population of 500,000. He has served as a regional representative and the Vice President of the Arizona Tactical Officers Association and is a member of the Executive Board for the Point 27 Foundation. He is a graduate of Leadership in Police Organizations and the FBI National Academy, session 261.Matt holds additional duties as a law enforcement trainer for basic and advanced officer training in leadership, tactics, narcotics, Mexican cartels, and several other specialty areas. He has instructed for High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA), National Tactical Officers Association, Arizona Narcotics Investigators Association, Washington State Investigators Association, Georgia FBI National Academy State Chapter, National Rifle Association, and multiple agencies throughout the U.S. Matt serves as an expert on the Southwest border issues and the problems associated with the Mexican cartels in Arizona. He has spearheaded large-scale operations targeting the Mexican cartels and smuggling operations at the local, state, and federal levels. Matt is known for his collaborative efforts in working with local, state, and federal partners to fight organized crime in his county, state, and nation. He continues to do his part in fighting these criminal groups.questions, comments or concerns text me I'd love to connect

Jay from the Reclaim Team meets with SCA (Sudden Cardiac Arrest) survivor Brandon Griffith. Brandon is a Deputy Sherriff for Pinal County Sheriff's Office and Founder of Griffith Blue Heart Nonprofit. Brandon talks about going into full cardiac arrest when he was 26 years old and his newly married wife and a responding police officer to the 911 call teamed up before Fire/EMT ultimately changing the course of death. Brandon was pronounced dead for 16.5 minutes! Sudden cardiac arrest is killing 1000 people a day and 1000s of First Responders on and off-duty. This is an eye opening convo you won't want to miss!https://griffithblueheart.com/questions, comments or concerns text me I'd love to connect

Colleen and Jay from the Reclaim Team meet with Detective Scott Runge. Scott serves as a Deputy at the Benton County Sheriff's Office and is on the South East Regional ICAC Task Force. He also shares his background and what got him into law enforcement, specifically Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. His journey was not an easy one, but it forged his way into one of the jobs most LEO professionals do not want. Scott has a remarkable story of how he became a protector, support system, and a adopting father to a child he was called on to serve and protect that had been brutalized and sexually abused by a member of her own family. The family then rejected the child for speaking up. He talks about one of the greatest honors of walking this adult daughter proudly down the aisle  for her marriage.Scott takes us on a journey to the dangers and safety concerns currently presented to our children/teenagers via video games, phone applications, chatrooms, and social media platforms and more. questions, comments or concerns text me I'd love to connect