Ashley Wells
St Petersburg,FL
Summary
Caring, empathetic Substance Abuse Counselor with 4 years of experience in Substance Abuse Residential Rehabilitation settings, tailored to both in Non-Profit Criminal Justice population and private counseling services . Exceptionally talented at building rapport with different patient groups to encourage honesty and growth in recovery from substance abuse. Desire to pursue a new role in establishment of knowledge regarding co-occurring disorders.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor
WestCare
2023.03 - Current
- Evaluate clients' substance use history, mental health status, and personal circumstances to develop tailored treatment plans and goals.
- Offer individual, group, and family therapy sessions to support clients in overcoming addiction, developing coping strategies, and improving their overall well-being
- Track clients' progress toward recovery goals, adjust treatment plans as needed, and document sessions and progress reports in compliance with organizational and legal standards
- Collaborate with healthcare providers, social services, probationary team and community resources to ensure clients receive comprehensive support, including medical care, housing, and employment assistance.
Addiction Recovery Coach
BoardPrep Recovery Center
2021.02 - 2023.01
- Assisting clients in everyday needs such as appointments, transportation and attending AA meetings
- Urinary Testing scheduling as needed
- Organizing and preparing clients for discharge from program including ensuring client has home group, sponsor and place of residence for future plans
- Fortified recovery behaviors in living situation such as organizational skills, mindfulness of step work and healthy coping skills learned from their primary counselor
- Documenting clinical group notes through KIPU system.
Behavioral Health Technician
Cove Behavioral Health
2020.01 - 2020.11
- Documenting and reporting client behaviors concerns and progress to clinical team
- Fostering rapport by working with clinical staff on therapeutic assignments
- Leading client groups and creating an open discussion atmosphere.
Education
Master of Science - MS - Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, FL08.2025
Bachelor of Arts - BA - Criminology
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05.2020
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Behavior Management
- Behavioral Health
- Group Therapy
- Intervention Planning
- Motivational Interviewing
- Clinical assessment
- Individual Counseling
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Risk Assessments
- Biopsychosocial Assessment
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) expert
- De-escalation
Accomplishments
Established Addictions Certificate in Undergraduate Studies, developing final last year of Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Attended Drug Court for collaboration of client progress with local judge.
Certification
Certificate in Psychiatry: Addiction Psychiatry - University of South Florida
Timeline
Substance Abuse Counselor
WestCare
2023.03 - Current
Addiction Recovery Coach
BoardPrep Recovery Center
2021.02 - 2023.01
Behavioral Health Technician
Cove Behavioral Health
2020.01 - 2020.11
Master of Science - MS - Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Arts - BA - Criminology
University of South Florida
Certificate in Psychiatry: Addiction Psychiatry - University of South Florida
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