Lisa Marie Munn
Private Practice Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor
Gloucester City
Summary
Licensed clinical counselor and supervisor with extensive experience in managing and delivering services in the addictions and mental health sectors. Proven expertise in both for-profit and nonprofit organizations, specializing in therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Informed Therapy, Motivational Interviewing Techniques (MIT), Couples Therapy, and Mindfulness practices. Committed to fostering a supportive environment that promotes healing and personal growth through evidence-based, person-centered interventions. Strong advocate for client empowerment and resilience, dedicated to enhancing overall well-being.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Practice, MS, LCADC, DRCC
Nulife Choices Counseling Services, LLC
Cherry Hill, NJ
03.2022 - Current
- Provide individual or couples therapy to patients, utilizing several evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate patients’ mental health needs and develop personalized treatment plans.
- Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in compliance with legal, ethical standards, and HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
- Implement strategies to promote self-care and emotional well-being among patients, including mindfulness exercises and relaxation techniques.
- Support patients in developing effective communication skills, conflict resolution strategies, and problem-solving abilities.
- Complete Treatment Plans as per patients change in goals or level of care.
- Assist patients in setting realistic goals and monitor progress through sessions and evaluations.
- Provide crisis intervention services for individuals experiencing acute mental health crises or suicidal ideation.
- Collaborate with community organizations to provide resources and referrals for additional support services outside of therapy sessions.
- Participate in ongoing professional development activities to stay updated on the latest research findings and therapeutic approaches.
Mental Health Therapist
Renewed Life Counseling
West Deptford, NJ
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Conduct Telehealth sessions for OP/IOP patients due to COVID-19.
- Document patient DAP notes for individual and group sessions.
- Complete Assessments to ensure proper level of care.
- Complete Treatment Plans as per patients change in goals or level of care.
- Patient Correspondence with outside resources to collaborate patients recovery.
- Attend Clinical/Staff meetings on a monthly or quarterly basis.
Licensed Clinical Supervisor of OP/MAT
Addiction Recovery Services
Mays Landing, NJ
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Ensure all State, Federal, and HIPAA regulations pertaining to the treatment facility been performed according.
- Facilitate unit-specific administrative and clinical meetings.
- Review counselors documentation for accuracy and appropriate treatment of care.
- Provide orientation, supervision of staff, educational services in the areas of communication, documentation, and effective counseling skills.
- Ensure patients been provided with the appropriate level of care and assured compliance of funding sources.
Licensed Clinical Counselor
Delaware Valley Medical
Pennsauken, NJ
08.2020 - 03.2021
- Maintain a caseload of 50 OP/MAT patients.
- Provide one-on-one individual therapy to patients (via telehealth due to COVID-19).
- Coordinate closely with site supervisor in advocating for patient Phase Change.
- Document patient DAP notes for individual and group sessions.
- Complete Treatment Plans as per patients change in goals or level of care.
- Provide resources to help patients in their recovery.
- Coordinate closely with caseworkers, probation officers, DYFS, etc.
- Maintain appropriate patient records according to program compliance.
- Complete intake assessments to ensure proper level of care.
Home Caregiver
Parent Care Home Care
Woodbury, NJ
11.2019 - 07.2020
- To provide support and guidance in managing daily tasks and responsibilities.
- To assist with making and taking to medical appointments, administering medication, handle banking and bills, and all household chores to alleviate parental stress.
Clinical Supervisor/Therapist of IOP
John Brooks Recovery Center
Pleasantville, NJ
06.2016 - 11.2019
- Ensure all State, Federal, and HIPAA regulations pertaining to the treatment facility been performed according.
- Review counselors documentation for accuracy and appropriate treatment of care.
- Provide orientation, supervision of staff, and educational services in the areas of communication, documentation, and effective counseling skills.
- Assume primary responsibility for hiring, development and/or termination of employees.
- Ensure patients been provided with the appropriate level of care and assure compliance of funding sources.
- Facilitate Women’s, Men’s, and Co-Educational Groups.
- Provide one-on-one individual therapy to patients.
- Document patient DAP notes for individual and group sessions.
- Complete Treatment Plans as per patients change in goals or level of care.
- Coordinate closely with caseworkers, probation officers, DYFS, IDRC, etc.
- Maintain appropriate patient records according to program compliance.
Site Administrator/Counselor
SODAT of NJ (company closed)
Mount Holly, NJ
10.2008 - 12.2015
- Attend weekly managers meetings to discuss patient progress.
- Meet weekly with counselors for individual supervision.
- Oversaw interns and evaluated them at the end of their terms.
- Conduct orientation for new counselors on advocacy, ethics, and professionalism in the workplace and with patients.
- Provide Drug and Alcohol education to patients.
- Facilitate OP/IOP Co-Educational, Women’s Group, Drug Court, and Adolescent Groups and report back to referral sources.
- Facilitate OP Group for repeat offenders of Drinking and Driving.
- Facilitate Anger Management Group and report back to referral source.
- Provided one-on-one individual therapy to patients.
- Coordinate closely with site supervisors with regard to patient progress.
- Document patient DAP notes for individual and group sessions.
- Complete Treatment Plans as per patients change in goals or level of care.
- Complete Intake and/or Evaluations for new patients.
- Coordinate closely with caseworkers, probation officers, DYFS, and IDRC, etc.
- Maintain appropriate client records according to program compliance.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Cold Springs School
Gloucester City, NJ
09.2001 - 10.2008
- Instruct 3 and 4-year-old school age children in Regular Education and Special Education classroom settings.
- Attend school inservices to enhance professional development and improve instructional practices.
- Collaborate with instructional teachers daily to address students’ needs.
- Substitute Teacher for the surrounding districts.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ03-2013
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral and Addictions Counseling
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA06-2007
Associate - Early Education
Camden County College
Blackwood, NJ08-2004
Skills
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- DBT Implementation Experience
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Motivational Interviewing
- Relationship Counseling
- Mindfulness
- Crisis Intervention
- Effective Communication Skills
- Substance Abuse Education
- Alcohol Awareness
- Documentation Expertise
- Proficient Counseling Techniques
Certification
- Certified Mindfulness Informed Professional October 2025 to October 2027
- Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional September 2025 to September 2027
- Certified Grief Informed Professional April 2025 to April 2027
- First Aid Certification March 2025 to March 2027
- Certified Clinical Trauma Professional March 2025 to March 2027
- Certified Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) January 2025 to January 2027
- Disaster Response Relief Counselor (DRCC) June 2024 to July 2026
- Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor June 2024 to July 2026
- International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium (ICADC) June 2024 to July 2026
- National Provider Identifier (NPI) April 2022 to Present NPI#1710629258
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
Renewed Life Counseling
05.2022 - 10.2022
Private Practice, MS, LCADC, DRCC
Nulife Choices Counseling Services, LLC
03.2022 - Current
Licensed Clinical Supervisor of OP/MAT
Addiction Recovery Services
03.2021 - 10.2021
Licensed Clinical Counselor
Delaware Valley Medical
08.2020 - 03.2021
Home Caregiver
Parent Care Home Care
11.2019 - 07.2020
Clinical Supervisor/Therapist of IOP
John Brooks Recovery Center
06.2016 - 11.2019
Site Administrator/Counselor
SODAT of NJ (company closed)
10.2008 - 12.2015
Special Education Paraprofessional
Cold Springs School
09.2001 - 10.2008
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral and Addictions Counseling
Drexel University
Associate - Early Education
Camden County College
Master of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix