Raised in a family touched by addiction, trauma, and loss, Denise’s journey is one of enduring faith and relentless love. Battling the cycle of addiction that claimed her father and challenged her sons, Denise found strength in prayer and perseverance. Today, with Warriors Heart’s support, she continues to fight for healing and hope for her family and for all Warriors battling addiction and PTS.
Post-Traumatic Stress is a hidden battle many warriors face daily. Warriors Heart offers healing through advanced therapies like MeRT, along with peer support, to help reclaim control, dignity, and strength.
Brandon survived 12 deployments and two decades in the military, but trauma followed him home. Haunted by memories and self-medicating to cope, he represents countless warriors struggling in silence. At Warriors Heart, the stigma ends and real healing begins, where trauma doesn’t define you, and recovery is possible.
Justin Collins lived his dream as an elite sniper, but after leaving the military, he faced an unexpected battle, figuring out who he was without the uniform. His story reflects the identity crisis many veterans experience and how Warriors Heart provides a path to healing, purpose, and belonging.
Noelle’s wedding day was supposed to be perfect, until addiction stole it from her. Her fiancé, a Special Forces veteran, couldn’t make it to the altar sober. Their story highlights the unseen battles our heroes face and how Warriors Heart helps veterans, first responders, and service members find recovery and purpose again.
“I went from a 205lb Marine to a 170lb addict, but fitness brought me back.” In this deeply personal account, Warriors Heart Executive Director Michael O’Dell shares how addiction nearly destroyed him, and how physical fitness, discipline, and brotherhood became his lifeline. This story is one of grit, relapse prevention, and reclaiming purpose in sobriety through a warrior’s mindset.
“I used to think something was wrong with me, because there was nothing wrong with me.” In “I’m a Veteran Without PTSd,” Colt, a retired Army Ranger, shares his journey of reflection, understanding, and resilience. As the stigma of trauma continues to evolve, this story highlights the different faces of recovery and the healing path forged at Warriors Heart for those still battling unseen wounds.
Even as a kid, I could feel the magic the moment I stepped through the gate. Warriors Heart isn’t just a treatment center, it’s a place filled with healing, creativity, service dogs, and people who truly care. From the art studio to the K9 program, everything here is built to help warriors recover and feel at home. I may not need healing, but my heart belongs there.
