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Coffee Break Conversation

Helpful and hopeful conversations about mental and behavioral health. Take it from the folks at Wedgwood Christian Services, a nationally accredited and state-renowned nonprofit: grace-filled care transforms lives. So, take a break, grab a cup of coffee, and relax. We’d love to talk with you.

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Leading with Purpose: A Conversation w/ Dr. Dan Gowdy

In this Coffee Break Conversation episode, Dr. Dan Gowdy, President and CEO of Wedgwood Christian Services, shares his heart on what it means to lead with purpose and compassion. Drawing from his personal journey—including his education, missionary work, and extensive leadership experience—Dan emphasizes the power leadership in building empowered, engaged teams. He also discusses the importance of integrated mental and behavioral health care, reducing stigma, and increasing public awareness. Tune in to this inspiring conversation from an incredible leader!

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About Wedgwood

Since 1960, Wedgwood Christian Services has been dedicated to boldly taking on the toughest mental health and behavioral health problems in West Michigan. Some of our programs include:

Over 97% of the children in our care are survivors of abuse and/or neglect. Residential treatment allows youth to focus on understanding themselves and making life changes that haven’t previously been possible. It allows them to have a safe space of acceptance and 24hr grace-filled care.

Whether you are dealing with life changes, mood or anxiety issues, or other difficulties with behaviors or relationships, our experienced clinicians can offer the understanding, support, and practical guidance you need.

 

Psychiatric Services provide medication management for children, teens, and adults. Our services can work in tandem with counseling services to provide an individualized, holistic approach to mental and behavioral health. Immediate openings are available!

As a preventative program, the mission of P.Y.D. is to encourage teens with a broad public acceptance approach, as well as encouraging the avoidance of risky behaviors, including sexual activity, alcohol, tobacco and other drug use among youth.

Our Autism Center provides early intensive behavioral intervention (EIBI) for young children with autism spectrum disorders. Our therapy is based on the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA) and is individualized for each child.

Wedgwood’s Manasseh Project is dedicated to ending the sexual exploitation of people in West Michigan and surrounding areas; through community and professional education, collaboration and treatment to victims. 

Meet Your Host

Hillary Kirkendall

Lead Marketing & Communications Coordinator

Hillary has been a part of the Wedgwood team since 2015. She is passionate about the agency’s mission of extending God’s love through meaningful mental and behavioral health services. She loves few things more than sharing the stories of the incredible people who work at, partner with, and grow through Wedgwood.
 
With each episode, Hillary aims to have helpful and hopeful conversations that explore important mental health topics that feel approachable and inspire positive change. Hillary and the Wedgwood Christian Services team believe that talking about and supporting mental health and emotional well-being are key in creating a brighter future for our community.

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