In this episode, TJ Woodward welcomes Tommy Rosen, a leading voice in the addiction recovery movement and founder of Recovery 2.0. Tommy shares deeply personal insights about growing up with toxic shame, including his experience of his father coming out, and how these experiences shaped his understanding of healing—particularly within the LGBTQ+ community. His approach redefines traditional recovery by embracing compassion, inclusion, and personal transformation.

With over 30 years of continuous recovery and experience in health and wellness, Tommy has developed a holistic method that integrates yoga, breathwork, meditation, and nutrition to support lasting recovery. Holding advanced certifications in Kundalini and Hatha Yoga, he teaches worldwide at retreats, festivals, and online, inspiring others to move beyond addiction and thrive in body, mind, and spirit.

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In this episode of the Element Q Podcast, host @TJWoodward sits down with Brian Whisenant, Clinical Outreach Coordinator at Breathe Life Healing Center. They explore the transformative power of therapy in mental health and addiction recovery, with a special focus on how creativity intersects with healing. Brian shares insights from his work in residential treatment and his personal journey as an actor, writer, director, and producer.

With roots in Mississippi and experience in both New York and Los Angeles, Brian brings a unique perspective shaped by years in indie film, theater, and LGBTQ+ advocacy. He also served as a programmer for the Oxford Film Festival and has written for Awards Daily, AwardsWatch, and his own site. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more powerful conversations on consciousness, therapy, and community.

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Brian Whisenant: https://www.brianwhisenant.com/

🎙️ In this episode of the Element Q Podcast, host @TJWoodward sits down with Kathleen Murphy, a passionate advocate and ally for the LGBTQ+ community. As the Chief Clinical Officer at Friendly House LA, Kathleen shares insights into her decades of experience supporting individuals through trauma, addiction recovery, and relational healing. The conversation highlights her deep commitment to creating inclusive, trauma-informed care spaces and her ongoing advocacy for queer individuals.

With over 35 years of clinical experience, Kathleen F. Murphy, LMFT, has held leadership roles at top treatment centers across the country. She helped shape trauma recovery programs at Onsite Workshops, Breakthrough at Caron, and The Meadows, where she studied under trauma pioneer Pia Mellody. In addition to her role at Friendly House, Kathleen continues her private practice in Santa Monica and offers clinical supervision for Onsite’s Healing Trauma Workshop.

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Kathleen Murphy: https://friendlyhousela.org/womens-rehab-team-la