Garret Biss is a retired Marine Corps Pilot. Post-retirement in 2015, Garret confronted challenges
common among Veterans: anxiety, depression, and a sense of displacement. Turning to alcohol as a
crutch, it wasn’t until suicidal ideation took hold that he sought change. Rather than traditional addiction
treatments, Garret’s path was shaped by mentoring that emphasized self-worth, rediscovering identity,
and tapping into inherent strengths. This approach not only alleviated his addictive behaviors but also
reignited his passion for life.
In 2017, he co-founded an addiction recovery residence in North Carolina. For this recovery residence,
Garret designed the positivity-focused and strengths-based programming and curriculum which are
deeply rooted in positive psychology and the principles of human flourishing.
TEDx Speaker, Garret is known for the insight into the unspoken trauma of military transition. As a
professional recovery coach, Garret works exclusively with military Veterans. Acutely aware of the hurdles
they face, he is driven to ensure that Veterans’ potential isn’t overshadowed by emotional turmoil or
addiction. Developed by Garret, ValiantPathTM️ is a virtual program tailored specifically for Veterans,
blending group coaching, one-on-one emotional processing, and evidence-based recovery methods.