RAD
Speakers

We're excited to have the most incredible speakers and their sponsors joining us this year. If you'd like to become a sponsor for RAD, check out the resources below or contact our sponsorship liaison, Judy Goodwin.

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Noah Benshea

Keynote speaker

Author • Poet • Philosopher

Noah benShea is one of North America’s most respected and beloved poet philosophers. He is a Pulitzer Prize nominated, national and international Best-Selling author of 30 books translated into 18 languages, including Jacob the Baker. He is a scholar, theologian and widely sought after speaker who has addressed numerous prestigious universities and institutions such as The Library of Congress and Department of Defense. Noah has also served as the International Philosopher for leading companies in the addiction industry and was the Founder/Executive Director of The Justice Project.

Paul Weaver

MS, LCMHCS, LPC, LCAS, CCS

Executive director of red oak recovery

Paul Weaver is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Supervisor, & Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist. He has spent his career developing and supervising programs that treat young adults and adults struggling with mental health and substance use disorders. He holds a Master of Science in Professional Counseling from Georgia State University.

The challenges and gifts of a diverse and integrated milieu

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Dr. Colin Ross

MD

Medical director of Foundation stone family of programs

Dr. Colin Ross is a psychiatrist and internationally recognized expert in complex trauma, dissociative disorders, PTSD, and addiction recovery. With a compassionate, holistic approach to care, he focuses on transforming lives—not just managing symptoms. Dr. Ross brings decades of clinical insight and global recognition to his work within the behavioral health field.

Maladaptive Daydreaming: an emerging disorder

Justin Perry

MSW, LCSW, LCAS, CSI

social justice advocate & Founder of
perry counseling

Justin Perry is a compassionate therapist, social justice advocate, and proud Charlotte native. Originally planning a career in Civil Rights law, his path shifted after facing his own battle with depression during college. With the support of his now wife, Justin sought therapy, withdrew from school, and discovered his passion for mental health and social justice. He went on to earn his MSW from UNC and now blends clinical care with a deep commitment to advocacy, public engagement, and fighting stigmas.