Host: Robbie Yates
Guest: Leonard Cochran
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PRESENTING SPONSORS:
Wisdom Integrators – www.wisdomintegrators.com
EPISODE SPONSOR:
Pure Focus Media – https://www.purefocus.media/
DESCRIPTION
Welcome to another inspiring episode of Southaven Business Beat, where we shine a spotlight on the people and programs shaping our community in meaningful ways. In this episode, host Robbie Yates sits down with Leonard Cochran, Executive Director of Leah’s House—a 12-month, biblically-based, residential restoration program for women in DeSoto County, Mississippi. That is Breaking Cycles of Addiction with Faith Community and Structure.
Leah’s House is not just a place—it’s a powerful process of healing and transformation. Leonard and his wife lead this mission with a holistic approach that focuses on restoring the body, soul, and spirit of women who are overcoming addiction, trauma, incarceration, and homelessness.
“We’re not here to just help them survive—we want to help them rebuild from the inside out.” – Leonard Cochran
This episode dives deep into what makes Leah’s House unique—from its 100% volunteer model and faith-based structure to its intentional curriculum, including resources like Keys to Freedom, Don’t Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table, and Nothing Wasted. Women in the program are given tools to address past trauma, create new neurological pathways, and develop essential life and job skills while building a supportive, Christ-centered community.
If you’ve ever wondered how deep change actually happens, or how to support women transitioning out of crisis into purpose, this interview is a must-watch.
CHAPTERS
- Introduction & Sponsor: Wisdom Integrators (00:00 – 01:15)
- Meet Leonard Cochran of Leah’s House (01:15 – 02:00)
- Why a Man is Leading a Women’s Program (02:00 – 02:30)
- The 12-Month Faith-Based Recovery Model (02:30 – 03:45)
- Structure & Rules: Phones, Detox, and Discipline (03:45 – 05:00)
- Courage and Commitment: What it Takes to Stay (05:00 – 06:30)
- Tools for Recovery: Curriculum & Celebrate Recovery (06:30 – 07:45)
- Healing the Root, Not Just the Fruit (07:45 – 08:45)
- Community Over Isolation: The Household Model (08:45 – 10:00)
- ACE Scores & How Trauma Affects the Brain (10:00 – 12:00)
- Body, Soul, and Spirit: The Three Pillars (12:00 – 14:00)
- Rewiring Negative Thinking Patterns (14:00 – 16:00)
- Prayer, Meditation & Spiritual Identity (16:00 – 18:00)
- Daily & Weekly Schedule at Leah’s House (18:00 – 19:45)
- Who Qualifies for the Program (19:45 – 21:00)
- Success Stories: From Fines to Freedom (21:00 – 22:30)
- How to Apply, Volunteer, or Support (22:30 – 24:00)
- Final Thoughts & Sponsor Thanks (24:00 – 25:32)
Get Involved:
Website:https://www.leahshouse.com
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 662-703-9806
Volunteer or Donate: Support their mission today
Apply to Join: Women 18+ can inquire directly to start the intake process
Note: Women must reach out on their own to initiate the application process.
About Southaven Business Beat: Southaven Business Beat is your go-to source for stories that matter—from entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders to educators and everyday heroes. Brought to you by the Southaven Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Wisdom Integrators, we’re here to celebrate the people building the Mid-South community with heart, hustle, and hope.
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SPONSOR LIST
https://www.wisdomintegrators.com – Wisdom Integrators
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https://www.purefocus.media/ – Pure Focus Media
https://www.southavenchamber.com/ – Southaven Chamber of Commerce
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