Caryn Maddaline
Naples,FL
Summary
Professional, dedicated and compassionate addiction counselor with 20+ years of experience providing evidence-based treatment to adolescents and adults with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Skilled in facilitating individual, family and group therapy, developing treatment plans, conducting assessments, and supporting long-term recovery through Trauma-informed, and person-centered care. Seeking a Master of Science Degree
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IOP facilitator
Adcare, Addictions Centers of America
Warwick, RI
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Facilitated structured IOP group therapy on substance use recovery and Co-occurring mental health disorders, delivering evidence-based group curricula utilizing CBT, DBT, and relapse prevention modalities
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, enhancing client engagement and participation in recovery processes.
- Built rapport with diverse groups of stakeholders by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural competence during facilitated sessions.
- Fostered an inclusive learning environment by addressing diverse needs and adapting facilitation techniques as needed.
Fee for service outpatient clinician
The Inner You Counseling Center
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Provided individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults with substance abuse disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.
- Conducted treatment, discharge and ongoing clinical documentation in compliance with state and federal agency standards.
- Utilized evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and relapse-prevention strategies
- Collaborated with referral sources, and community providers to ensure coordination of care
- Supported clients in building sustainable recovery plans, improving insight, and strengthening protective factors
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client needs and develop tailored treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to improve client outcomes and support recovery goals.
- Established a strong referral network within the community to streamline patient access to specialized services when needed.
Addiction Counselor
Recovery Connections
Attleboro, MA
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Provided individual counseling for adults with opioid addiction in a medication assisted treatment setting
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on assessment and client goals.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted treatment approaches as needed.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve client engagement and outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians to determine effective combination of therapy and medical treatments for patients in recovery.
Addiction Specialist
Harmony Hill School
Harmony, RI
01.2018 - 06.2020
- Provided individual, group and family counseling to adolescent males with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders in residential treatment setting
- Conducted biopsychosocial assessments, risk screenings, and individualized treatment planning aligned with ASAM and adolescent best practices
- Addressed high-risk behaviors including substance use, impulsivity, emotional dysregulation, aggression, and school refusal
- Facilitated psychoeducational and process groups focused on emotional regulation, coping skills, and healthy decision-making
- Supported family systems through parent sessions, family therapy, and ongoing communication to reinforce treatment goals
- Collaborated with juvenile justice systems and probation to support treatment compliance and progress reporting
- Educated staff educators on all aspects of addiction and attending weekly leadership and clinical meetings
Addiction counselor & home health case manager
Codac Behavioralhealthcare
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Managed a high-volume caseload while meeting productivity and documentation standards in a fee for service model
- Provided evidence-based individual and group counseling to adults with opioid and alcohol use disorders in a Medication-Assisted treatment setting
- Utilized motivational interviewing to enhance engagement, treatment compliance, and readiness for change
- Addressed co-occurring mental health disorders including, anxiety, depression, C-PTSD, and mood disorders
- Developed individual treatment, relapse, and discharge planning, including referrals to higher level of care as needed
- Maintained timely, accurate clinical documentation in compliance with state regulations, HIPPA, and agency requirements
- Coordinated care with probation, DCYF, and community resources as appropriate
- Facilitated groups on mindfulness, and relapse prevention planning
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Services and Family Studies with a concentration in adolescent development
University of Rhode Island
Providence, RISkills
- Facilitation techniques
- Community outreach
- Client advocacy
- Group dynamics
- Trauma-informed care
- Treatment Planning
- Assertiveness
- Relapse prevention
- Family support
- Motivational interviewing
- Individual therapy
- Recovery planning
- Substance abuse
- Behavioral therapy
Certification
- Rhode Island State Licensure, LCDP 2018
- National Certification CADC 2018
- Community Support Professional certification 2002
Timeline
IOP facilitator
Adcare, Addictions Centers of America
09.2025 - 01.2026
Addiction Counselor
Recovery Connections
01.2021 - 06.2021
Fee for service outpatient clinician
The Inner You Counseling Center
01.2021 - 01.2025
Addiction Specialist
Harmony Hill School
01.2018 - 06.2020
Addiction counselor & home health case manager
Codac Behavioralhealthcare
01.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Human Services and Family Studies with a concentration in adolescent development
University of Rhode Island