** Photo courtesy of North Shore CASA
It starts with one decision
The First Hit is a presentation focused on how small decisions can shape the direction of a person’s life.
Through lived experience and professional insight, Matthew shares how choices, pressure, and environment can influence the path someone takes.
Nobody plans to go down a certain path. It usually starts small.
This presentation helps students understand how those moments happen and gives them a chance to think differently before that first decision.
Presentation Overview
A real conversation about choices, pressure, mental health, substance use, and how one decision can change direction.
Designed for:
Schools, colleges, community organizations, and recovery/wellness programs.
School & Community Speaking
Matthew speaks about addiction, recovery, mental health, and personal growth. He has shared his story with students, young adults, treatment programs, and community organizations throughout New York.
Recent speaking and volunteer experience includes:
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Healing Strides Walk for Recovery, part of Islip Goes Purple with Youth Enrichment Services (YES)
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NAMI NYC – Ending the Silence
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NAMI NYC – In Our Own Voice
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Family and Children’s Association (FCA)
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North Shore CASA – Glen Head, Long Island
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Treatment center speaking engagement in Garrison, NY
Formats Available
Keynote with Q&A
A powerful keynote session followed by an interactive Q&A to deepen insights.
Interactive Workshops
Hands-on, engaging sessions designed to actively involve participants in learning through real-time activities and collaboration.
Panels/Community Forums
It is an open space where people connect, share ideas and ask questions.
Book Matthew
Presentations can be tailored for schools, colleges, community organizations, and recovery/wellness programs.
Interested in bringing The First Hit™ to your school or organization?
Fill out the form below and Matthew will follow up to learn more about your event and see how he can best support your audience.
