Adam Vibe Gunton
Founder of Recovered On Purpose
Founder of Recovered On Purpose, TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and national recovery advocate, Adam Vibe Gunton has built his life around one mission: helping people recover from addiction and alcoholism. Grounded in lived experience and long-term sobriety, he works to expand access to treatment and strengthen the systems that support lasting recovery.
Why Adam Built Recovered On Purpose
Adam survived a near-fatal fentanyl overdose, years of addiction to multiple substances, and homelessness before entering recovery on November 6, 2017. On day 26 sober, something happened that had felt impossible for years: the obsession to use drugs and alcohol lifted. For the first time, sobriety did not feel like a constant fight. It felt real.
That moment changed the trajectory of his life. After years of believing long-term recovery was out of reach, Adam knew he had experienced something many people still suffering were desperately looking for. If freedom from obsession was possible for him, it had to be possible for others.
Recovered On Purpose was built from that conviction. After seeing the impact a single honest recovery story could have on someone still in addiction, Adam committed to amplifying those voices. He created the organization to share recovery stories from around the world so that anyone struggling could hear the message that reaches them at the right time. The mission is clear: make recovery visible, make resources accessible, and help others experience the freedom that once felt impossible.
Recognized Nationally For Recovery Advocacy
Adam Vibe Gunton’s work in addiction recovery is supported by public speaking, published authorship, nonprofit leadership, and media features that document both his story and his mission. This page highlights the work he has done, the organizations he has built, and the recovery principles he teaches.
Bestselling Author
Adam is the bestselling author of From Chains To Saved, a memoir documenting his journey from addiction and homelessness to sustained recovery and leadership in the recovery space. The book has reached readers nationwide and continues to serve as a resource for those seeking hope grounded in lived experience.
Founder and Executive Director of Recovered On Purpose
As Founder of Recovered On Purpose, Adam leads a nonprofit dedicated to connecting individuals with recovery resources and empowering people in sobriety to share their stories with purpose. The organization exists to make recovery visible and accessible to those still struggling.
TEDx Speaker
Adam delivered a TEDx talk titled “Relapse Prevention Failed: And How WE Can Solve This Crisis Together,” where he addressed the limitations of traditional relapse prevention models and called for stronger accountability and long-term recovery support. The talk positioned him as a national voice in the conversation around sustainable sobriety and systems reform.
Founder and Managing Partner of Behavioral Health Partners
Adam is the Founder and Managing Partner of Behavioral Health Partners, a consulting and marketing firm serving addiction treatment and behavioral health organizations. Through this work, he helps treatment providers build ethical, sustainable programs that expand access to care while maintaining operational accountability and long-term outcomes.
Director of Marketing and Founding Member of Radix Recovery
As Director of Marketing and a Founding Member of Radix Recovery, Adam helps shape the organization’s mission, public messaging, and long-term growth strategy. He works to ensure that the center communicates transparently about its programs and remains focused on accessibility and sustainable recovery outcomes. All clinical treatment decisions are led by licensed medical and behavioral health professionals.
Global Conference On Addiction Medicine & Behavioral Health Speaker
Adam was invited as an official speaker at the Global Conference on Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health and Psychiatry, a hybrid scientific conference that brings together addiction specialists, behavioral health professionals, and researchers from around the world.
Media, Podcasts & Television Appearances
Adam Vibe Gunton’s recovery journey and advocacy work have been featured across television news, national publications, industry media, and leading podcasts. These independent platforms have documented both his personal story and his mission to expand access to addiction treatment and long-term recovery support.
CBS News Colorado Feature Story
Adam’s recovery story and nonprofit mission were featured on CBS News Colorado, highlighting his journey from addiction and homelessness to founding Recovered On Purpose. The segment documents his lived experience and positions him publicly as a recovery advocate helping others take steps toward treatment and long-term sobriety.
KTVQ News Coverage of TEDx Billings Speaker
KTVQ (Billings) covered Adam as a TEDx Billings speaker and reported on his story of addiction, homelessness, and recovery. Adam’s TEDx Talk is now being used in treatment centers nationwide as part of their programming.
Inside South Florida TV Interview
Adam appeared on Inside South Florida to discuss his recovery journey and his mission to address addiction at a systems level. The televised interview expands his authority beyond the recovery community into broader public discourse.
Mindvalley Feature (Blog + Podcast Reference)
Mindvalley published a feature centered on Adam’s story and referenced his interview on “Honest Conversations,” tying his recovery message to a major personal development platform. The piece frames his experience as a guide for people struggling with addiction and purpose, expanding his authority beyond treatment-industry circles.
Treatment Magazine Feature
Treatment Magazine published “Adam Vibe Gunton on Beating Heroin,” presenting his recovery insights and positioning him as the founder of Recovered On Purpose.
Addiction Treatment Magazine Article
Addiction Treatment Magazine published Adam’s article “Friendventory: Leveling Up Your Network in Recovery,” reinforcing his voice as a recovery advocate and writer in a treatment-focused outlet.
The Addiction Podcast
The Addiction Podcast published an episode focused on Adam’s transition from addiction and homelessness to author and entrepreneur, emphasizing the role of storytelling in recovery. The Addiction Podcast is one of the most well-known podcasts in the space.
Sober Speak Podcast
Sober Speak published an episode featuring Adam discussing recovery and faith. Sober Speak is one of the top podcasts in the addiction recovery space.
The Impact of Recovered On Purpose's Mission
In 2020, Recovered On Purpose launched its first publishing program designed to help individuals in recovery share their stories through books. Since then, more than a dozen recovery memoirs have been published through the program, collectively reaching over 100,000 readers worldwide. The initiative was built on a simple belief: when one person shares their story honestly, it can reach someone who is still struggling in ways statistics and slogans never could.
Recovered On Purpose’s social media platforms have reached hundreds of millions of people through recovery-focused content and advocacy messaging. Beyond impressions and engagement, the organization has directly supported thousands of individuals seeking sobriety through messaging, community interaction, and personal calls with members of the Recovered On Purpose network.
The organization also developed the nation’s first independently verified national directory of Medicaid rehabs, built to help individuals find legitimate treatment resources during moments of crisis. The directory was created to address a gap in access, ensuring that people who rely on Medicaid can locate real options when they need help most.
Speaking & Advocacy Focus
Adam Vibe Gunton speaks internationally on addiction recovery, long-term sobriety, and expanding access to treatment. His presentations combine lived experience with structured recovery principles, focusing on accountability, sustainability, and practical transformation rather than short-term inspiration.
Core Speaking Topics
Sustainable Relapse Prevention
Exploring why traditional relapse prevention models often fall short and how long-term recovery requires responsibility, discipline, and real purpose.
The Power of Lived Experience Story Telling
Lived experience storytelling creates connection in ways statistics and clinical language often cannot. When recovery is shared honestly and responsibly, it gives people who are still struggling a message they can see themselves in and a path they can believe is possible.
Digital Peer-to-Peer Recovery Support
Examining how social media and online platforms have become powerful tools for recovery messaging, connection, and community building.
Audiences Served
Adam has spoken to recovery communities, treatment professionals, faith-based groups, business audiences, and behavioral health conferences. His message adapts to the setting while remaining rooted in lived experience and long-term sobriety.
FAQs About Adam Vibe Gunton
When did Adam Vibe Gunton enter recovery?
Adam entered recovery on November 6, 2017. On day 26 sober, he experienced the obsession to use drugs and alcohol lift, a turning point that solidified his commitment to long-term sobriety and ultimately led to the founding of Recovered On Purpose.
Is Adam Vibe Gunton a licensed clinician?
No. Adam is not a licensed clinician. His authority comes from lived experience in recovery, sustained sobriety, public advocacy, and leadership within nonprofit and behavioral health organizations. Clinical treatment services associated with his work are provided by licensed professionals.
What is Adam Vibe Gunton known for?
Adam is known for founding Recovered On Purpose, delivering a TEDx talk on relapse prevention, authoring the bestselling memoir From Chains To Saved, and advocating for expanded access to addiction treatment. His work centers on accountability, structured recovery, and the power of lived experience storytelling.
What is Recovered On Purpose?
Recovered On Purpose is a nonprofit organization founded by Adam to amplify authentic recovery stories and connect individuals with addiction treatment resources. The organization focuses on visibility, accessibility, and helping people who are struggling hear messages that resonate at the right time.
How can I book Adam Vibe Gunton to speak?
Speaking inquiries can be made through his official speaking website, where event organizers can review topics, past appearances, and booking information. Adam speaks at conferences, recovery events, treatment organizations, and leadership forums.
What is Adam Vibe Gunton’s net worth?
Adam Vibe Gunton does not publicly disclose his personal net worth. His work is focused on recovery advocacy, nonprofit leadership, and behavioral health consulting rather than public financial reporting. Public information about his work can be found through Recovered On Purpose and related organizations.
Does Adam Vibe Gunton have a family?
Yes. Adam is married to his wife, Sarah, and they welcomed their daughter in February of 2026. Family plays a central role in his life and continues to shape his commitment to long-term recovery, responsibility, and building a stable future beyond addiction.