LAQUITA SALCEDO
Fontana
Summary
Drug and Alcohol Counselor with a strong foundation in client assessment, individualized counseling, and evidence-based practices, including motivational interviewing and relapse prevention. Proven ability to build rapport with diverse populations and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Dedicated to supporting individuals in overcoming substance abuse challenges and achieving sustainable recovery.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Counselor Intern
FONTANA COUNSELING AND RECOVERY CENTER
Fontana
05.2025 - Current
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement individualized treatment plans for clients.
- Actively listened to client concerns while providing empathetic responses.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss case management strategies and client outcomes.
Counseling Intern
THE OLIVE BRANCH
Bloomington
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills by managing facility and prioritizing tasks effectively.
- Actively participated in case reviews with supervisors to receive feedback on performance.
- Assisted in the development of community resources and monitored progress towards goals.
Dietary Aide
KAISER PERMANENTE HOSPITAL
Fontana
09.2011 - 04.2019
- Delivered dishes and meal trays to patient rooms during scheduled times.
- Performed daily cleaning duties such as sweeping floors and mopping surfaces.
- Provided excellent customer service to residents, staff, and families.
Education
Masters of Science - Drug and Alcohol addiction
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ, US09.2025
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Drug and Alcohol Addition
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ, US10.2020
GED -
SU-Project Redirect
Colton, CA02-1991
Skills
- Psychoeducation
- Play therapy techniques
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Reliability
- Professionalism
- Coping methods
- Conflict resolution
- Grief counseling
- Narrative therapy
- PTSD specialist
- Clinical documentation mastery
- Adolescent counseling
- Community resources specialist
- Sociology and anthropology
- Practiced in family assessments
- Trauma-informed care
- Psychology
- Therapy and counseling
- Case management proficiency
- Adolescent development
- Clinical records maintenance
- Referral management
- Mediation
- Family and patient education
- Residential treatment
- Autism spectrum support
- Family systems theory
- Art therapy techniques
- Suicide prevention
- Sexual health education
- Community resources development
Affiliations
- Sing in church choir
- Yoga/meditation
- Love spending quality time with my family
Certification
- Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor
- Certified Counselor
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Counselor Intern
FONTANA COUNSELING AND RECOVERY CENTER
05.2025 - Current
Counseling Intern
THE OLIVE BRANCH
08.2021 - 04.2023
Dietary Aide
KAISER PERMANENTE HOSPITAL
09.2011 - 04.2019
Masters of Science - Drug and Alcohol addiction
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Drug and Alcohol Addition
Grand Canyon University
GED -
SU-Project Redirect
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