Dave and Susan Kenney's mental health and recovery collaboration is a beacon of innovation and compassion. Their combined strengths-extensive experience in educational administration and Susan's pioneering work in wellness entrepreneurship-have forged a new path in how recovery is approached and understood.

Their transformative journey began with intimate dialogues with students who sought their counsel, often in the privacy of their home or Dave's office. These meaningful interactions uncovered significant deficiencies in traditional mental health support mechanisms, prompting the Kenneys to conceive more effective and empathetic solutions.

Motivated by these early experiences, Dave and Susan developed a theory suggesting that many mental health and addiction issues might be primarily neurological, not rooted in personal or moral failings. This idea was the genesis of their residential recovery program, Emergo, which emphasizes a brain-centered approach to treatment. Emergo quickly established itself as an adequate model, providing renewed hope and robust solutions for those battling addiction and mental health challenges.

To broaden the reach of their innovative methods, Dave and Susan established Emergo Academy, dedicated to training 1,000 Crisis and Recovery Coaches. This ambitious initiative is tailored to extend their impact globally, equipping coaches with the necessary skills to support one million individuals in crisis, leveraging the Kenneys' pioneering techniques.

Dave and Susan Kenney's partnership is a personal union and a shared commitment to revolutionizing mental health care. Their work inspires and mobilizes a community dedicated to advancing mental health through innovative, science-based solutions. For more information on their transformative work or to join their cause, visit Emergo Academy's website or connect with them on Linkedin.
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Dave and Susan Kenney's mental health and recovery collaboration is a beacon of innovation and compassion. Th...