Amber Whitley
Boerne,TX
Summary
Licensed chemical dependency counselor with expertise in residential substance use treatment. Specializes in family counseling, relapse prevention, and crisis intervention—proven ability to enhance client recovery and self-sufficiency through strong communication, empathy, and ethical decision-making skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Evening/ Family Program Counselor
La Hacienda Treatment Center
Hunt, Texas
05.2023 - Current
- Provided individual counseling sessions to support clients' emotional well-being.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and treatment plans in records.
- Assisted clients in developing healthy coping skills that could be used during times of stress or difficulty.
- Educated families about the importance of following through with treatment plans.
Clinical Intern
La Hacienda Treatment Center
Hunt, Texas
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Facilitate individual and group sessions.
- Prepare treatment plans, assessments, and client histories.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate case files.
- Developed strong knowledge of current clinical best practices and individual and group counseling techniques.
Client Relations
Warrior's Heart Addiction Treatment Center
Bandera, Texas
10.2019 - 09.2020
- Monitored client progress and reported observations to treatment teams.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and coping strategies.
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques during high-stress situations.
- Provided direct patient care in a residential treatment facility for individuals with substance abuse issues.
Admissions Coordinator
Serenity Springs Recovery Center
New Smyrna Beach, Florida
11.2018 - 09.2019
- Approval for verification of benefits for the patient.
- Perform admissions, intakes, and documentation.
- Assessing the need for treatment for the patient and the assessment process.
- Prepare treatment planning for the client.
Recovery Advocate
The Ranch at Clear Springs Treatment Center
Aquilla, Texas
02.2017 - 10.2018
- Proficiency in charting and documentation.
- Transported clients, when needed, to appointments outside the facility or agency.
- Established relationships with community resources to provide additional support for clients in recovery.
- Lead twelve-step studies, provide step-by-step guidance, and facilitate focus groups.
Education
Bachelor's of Applied Arts And Science - Criminal Justice
Angelo State University
San Angelo, TX05-2026
Associates of Science - Substance Use/ Mental Health
McLennan Community College
Waco, TX12.2022
Skills
- Client assessment and treatment planning
- Communication strategies
- Family dynamics expertise
- Documentation management
- Relapse prevention
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Multicultural competence
- Group therapy facilitation
Certification
- License Chemical Dependency Counselor, TX #16670
- Mental Health-Counselor Intern Education Preparation
Accomplishments
- Published writings in Nicholas Webb's English composition 2nd edition textbook, ''Writing is easier than you think.''
Volunteer work
- Volunteered for a women's sober living home as an assistant manager, helping females in early recovery for over one year.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Evening/ Family Program Counselor
La Hacienda Treatment Center
05.2023 - Current
Clinical Intern
La Hacienda Treatment Center
05.2021 - 05.2023
Client Relations
Warrior's Heart Addiction Treatment Center
10.2019 - 09.2020
Admissions Coordinator
Serenity Springs Recovery Center
11.2018 - 09.2019
Recovery Advocate
The Ranch at Clear Springs Treatment Center
02.2017 - 10.2018
Bachelor's of Applied Arts And Science - Criminal Justice
Angelo State University
Associates of Science - Substance Use/ Mental Health
McLennan Community College