Faith In Your Recovery Podcast

Darcy Kae is the author of Heavenly Outcast – I Am Darcy Kae, a powerful true story of surviving childhood trauma, homelessness, sex trafficking, and addiction, and finding freedom in Jesus Christ. Darcy grew up surrounded by heroin addiction and alcoholism, in a family torn between two worlds: one uncle was a career bank robber and heroin addict, and two others were Minneapolis police officers. By the time she was 14, in 1975, she was homeless on the streets of Minneapolis, starving and hopeless, after several suicide attempts and very few resources for kids like her. A man who promised to help her turned out to be a violent pimp. He pulled her into 25 years of stripping and abuse that nearly took her life, and he was later sent to prison for trafficking underage girls across state lines. Darcy lost five friends to violence, all of them in their 20s. Her addiction to crack, opiates, benzodiazepines, and alcohol took over. But what God did next was nothing short of miraculous. Tune in to hear how Darcy went from heavenly outcast to redeemed, and why no one is too far gone for God's grace. 🙏 📖 Get Darcy's book, Heavenly Outcast: [www.amazon.com](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1916691498) Faith In Your Recovery is the weekly podcast of A Better Life – Brianna's Hope, a faith-based addiction recovery movement from Portland, Indiana. New episodes LIVE every Wednesday at 4 PM ET. 🆘 NEED HELP NOW? Call or text 988, or call the SAMHSA Helpline at 1-800-662-4357. 🤝 Find a meeting: https://www.ablbh.org/locations-1 ⛪ Start a chapter: https://www.ablbh.org/start-a-new-cha... ❤️ Support the ministry: https://givebutter.com/e7jYnu 🎙️ Share your story: [email protected]

Without God, I Can Do Nothing.Ken Mountzouros shares his powerful journey from childhood trauma and alcoholism to incarceration, redemption, and freedom through Jesus Christ.For years, alcohol was Ken's escape from pain, isolation, and feelings of not belonging. His addiction led to destructive choices and prison. But behind prison walls, Ken discovered something greater than freedom from a physical cell: a relationship with Jesus Christ.Ken's choices put him in prison, but Jesus gave him the freedom to truly live.Today, Ken uses his testimony to help others struggling with addiction, alcoholism, trauma, and hopelessness. Through church ministry, Alcoholics Anonymous, recovery outreach, and volunteer work with recovery homes, he shares the hope and healing found in Christ.The experiences Ken once viewed as his greatest failures have become the very lessons God now uses to help others. If you're struggling with addiction, recovery, incarceration, trauma, or simply searching for hope, I want you to know this: God is not finished with your story.Subscribe for recovery testimonies, addiction recovery insights, faith-based encouragement, and inspiring stories of God's transforming power.

She survived binge drinking, denial, and devastating loss — and now she’s helping others break free. Colleen Clifford is a commercial fisherwoman, health coach, and mental health advocate who speaks openly about the realities of binge drinking, grief, shame, resilience, and the hidden survival patterns that keep people stuck. Through her writing and speaking, she challenges audiences with one powerful question: “How is it working for you?” Her turning point came after her late husband’s alcohol‑related suicide and her own final dangerous drinking episode. That moment sparked a vow to change — and to help others do the same. Today, Colleen is five years alcohol‑free and known for her signature concept, the 95/5 Factor™, which exposes how denial keeps binge drinkers trapped for years. Through her book Life Beyond the Binge: A Commercial Fisherwoman’s Journey Home, podcast interviews, and speaking engagements, Colleen shares her lived experience with alcohol misuse, mental health, suicide prevention (988), and suicide survival. She brings raw honesty, hope, and practical steps for anyone ready to chart a new course. https://lifebeyondthebinge.com/

Addiction and abuse don't discriminate—and no amount of education, professional success, or life experience makes anyone immune to life's hardest battles. In this episode, we're joined by Lindsey Dollar, the new Women's Director at The Christian Center's The Well. Lindsey is an early-career psychologist with more than 10 years of experience as a trauma-informed therapist. Born and raised in Anderson, Indiana, Lindsey moved to Michigan to pursue her doctorate before returning to Indiana last year with her two children to rebuild stability after leaving an abusive relationship. Although Lindsey has never personally struggled with addiction, growing up in an alcoholic household gave her firsthand insight into how addiction impacts entire families. Her personal experiences and professional background have deepened her understanding of the importance of support, safe spaces, and resources for women and children facing trauma and domestic abuse. Lindsey felt called to serve at The Well because she understands how life-changing family support can be during difficult seasons. Her story reminds us that no one is immune to life's struggles, and no one should have to face them alone. Join us for an honest conversation about addiction recovery, family trauma, domestic abuse, faith, and finding hope and healing through life's hardest battles.

Mental health was something I tried to outrun for years. I could admit to depression and hide self‑harm, but one word felt impossible to say out loud: suicide. Even thinking it felt like choking on the truth I didn’t want to face. For 25 years, I convinced myself my thoughts were “normal,” even as silence and avoidance kept me emotionally stuck. Everything changed the moment I finally said the word. Speaking it out loud meant I couldn’t pretend anymore — and reaching out for help became the first step toward healing. Addiction later became another part of my story, and for a long time I believed it defined me. It didn’t just take my stability and relationships; it stunted my emotional growth. Addiction taught me to escape instead of feel, numb instead of cope. Recovery forced me to face the pain I’d been running from and learn how to process emotions, trauma, and life without a substance. It hasn’t been perfect, but every clean day is a choice to grow. I want anyone struggling to know this: you are not hopeless, and asking for help is not weakness. Sometimes recovery begins with one honest sentence — “I can’t do this alone.” That moment of truth can become the turning point toward healing, emotional maturity, and a future you deserve.

We are blessed to be allowed to bring our podcast into the Jay County Jail to interview those who have experience with addiction and recovery. Join us as we e=hear Brian's experience.

Join us for Ep24 of Jailhouse Recovery as we interview Andy about his experience with addiction and recovery. We were blessed with another opportunity to interview inmates at the Jay County Sheriff's Office.

Join us for Ep23 of Jailhouse Recovery as we interview Leah about her experience with addiction and recovery. We were blessed with another opportunity to interview inmates at the Jay County Sheriff's Office.

Join us for Ep22 of Jailhouse Recovery as we interview Colbi about his experience with addiction and recovery. We were blessed with another opportunity to interview inmates at the Jay County Sheriff's Office.

Join us for Ep21 of Jailhouse Recovery as we interview Zach about his experience with addiction and recovery. We were blessed with the opportunity to interview inmates at the Jay County Sheriff's Office.