Lucette M. Torres
Chesapeake,USA
Summary
LPC-R (Licensed Professional Counselor In Residency) Bilingual – Spanish/English Masters in Counseling (MS) – Grand Canyon University Professional - Children Over 25 years of experience in the Mental Health Profession Strength in developing programs & increasing public awareness Specialist in (1) Veteran-based Recovery Programs & (2) Counseling Adolescent Sexual Offenders Proven ability to effectively interact with hard-to-reach populations; conduct group therapy; and develop and maintain person-centered treatment plans for individuals.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor
Fishing Point Recovery Center
Chesapeake, VA
11.2024 - 04.2026
- Provided individual and group counseling sessions to support patient recovery.
- Facilitated educational workshops on substance abuse prevention and coping strategies.
- Reduced substance abuse relapse rates by implementing evidence-based counseling strategies and treatment plans.
- Established trusting relationships with clients, creating an open dialogue about their experiences and challenges related to substance abuse.
- Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Increased patient engagement in group therapy sessions by fostering a safe and supportive environment for open communication.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, facilitating informed decision-making within the treatment team.
Substance Abuse Counselor - Outpatient Services
Riverside Behavioral Health Center (RBHC)
Hampton, VA
12.2021 - Current
- Evaluates therapeutic needs of clients and develop personalized treatment plans for adult clients diagnosed with substance use disorders and/or co-occurring disorders.
- Provides individual, group, and family counseling in accordance with the client’s individualized treatment plan.
- Completes progress notes and treatment plans through electronic health records.
- Maintains a caseload to include coordination of case management services.
- Attends and participates in all clinical staff meetings and trainings.
- Performs a full range of LPC duties in accordance with assignment and consistent with the scope of practice for profession.
Substance Abuse Counselor - Residential Treatment
Safe Harbor Recovery Center
Portsmouth, VA
10.2019 - 11.2021
- Carried an individual case load of clients. Provided individual counseling; facilitated therapeutic groups; conducted intakes; treatment planning; family counseling; discharge planning; and continuing care groups in a residential treatment setting with diverse patients diagnosed with SUD and/or co-occurring disorders.
- Facilitated Specialty Groups: Veterans, Women Specific, Male Specific
- Participated in an integrated treatment team and performed LPC duties in accordance with assignment and consistent with the scope of practice for profession.
Mental Health Intern
Harbor Point Behavioral Health Center
Portsmouth, VA
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Completed Graduate School Internship with The Sexually Abusive Youth Program: an innovative, residential treatment program for sexually abusive youth to address issues of delinquency, sex offense, sexually reactive behaviors and mental health issues—designed for flexibility in order to meet each resident’s needs within a structured format.
- Participated in individual sessions, group sessions, family sessions and treatment team meetings.
Substance Abuse Counselor
Portsmouth Naval Medical Center-SARP
Portsmouth, VA
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Conducted screenings. Provided individual & group counseling; family counseling, education groups, trainings and crisis interventions in a residential setting.
- Population: Military patients with substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders.
Substance Abuse Counselor
Fayetteville Treatment Center
Fayetteville, NC
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Worked with a medical team to manage a caseload of 50 opioid dependent patients.
- Conducted regular medication education.
Qualified Substance Abuse Professional
Program Resources Institute
Hoke & Moore County, NC
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Provided case management services to women and adolescence with substance use disorders. Conducted substance abuse counseling and education groups. Assessed needs of clients for determination of appropriate level of care. Monitored treatment services to ensure quality and continuum of care.
Qualified Professional
Pierce & Associate
Fayetteville, NC
01.2008 - 12.2028
- Supervised case managers who provided service to children and adults with mental illness, developmental disabilities and substance use disorders. Assessed needs of clients for determination of appropriate level of care. Developed Person-Centered Treatment Plans and Crisis Plans for consumers. Counseled and educated consumers and their families about treatment services. Facilitated Child and Family Team Meetings. Documentation compliant.
Substance Abuse Education Consultant
Cumberland County Mental Health
Fayetteville, NC
01.1999 - 01.2005
- Provided prevention/consultation services throughout Cumberland County community
- Drug Prevention Education Presenter
- Provided community workshops and health fairs
- Provided professional interagency and community consultation services
- Conducted education groups: anger management, self-esteem, depression, coping skills and parenting
- Implemented science-based prevention programs into The Boys and Girls Clubs, Fayetteville Housing Authority and Cumberland County Schools.
Substance Abuse Counselor II
Sandhills Center for Mental Health
Raeford, NC
01.1994 - 01.1999
- Supervised a caseload of approximately 70 clients with substance abuse disorders in Hoke County.
- Performed screenings, intakes, assessments and crisis interventions in both English and Spanish.
- Led individual counseling, group therapy and family therapy
- Provided medication education
- Monitored and referred patients to detox, in-patient treatment facilities and self-help programs
- Conducted MH/SA screenings for Mental Health involuntary commitments and made referrals to on-going Dual Diagnosis Groups as needed
Education
Certified in Tactical Recovery Program - Veterans in the Commonwealth
Safe Harbor Recovery Center & Veterans Administration
Portsmouth, VA01-2020
Master of Science - Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01-2019
Education/Counseling - undefined
Troy State University
Fort Bragg, NC01-1982
BA - Deviant Behavior & Social Control
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NY01-1982
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
Languages
Bilingual: Spanish/English
Timeline
Substance Abuse Counselor
Fishing Point Recovery Center
11.2024 - 04.2026
Substance Abuse Counselor - Outpatient Services
Riverside Behavioral Health Center (RBHC)
12.2021 - Current
Substance Abuse Counselor - Residential Treatment
Safe Harbor Recovery Center
10.2019 - 11.2021
Mental Health Intern
Harbor Point Behavioral Health Center
01.2017 - 01.2019
Substance Abuse Counselor
Portsmouth Naval Medical Center-SARP
01.2014 - 01.2019
Substance Abuse Counselor
Fayetteville Treatment Center
01.2010 - 01.2014
Qualified Substance Abuse Professional
Program Resources Institute
01.2009 - 01.2010
Qualified Professional
Pierce & Associate
01.2008 - 12.2028
Substance Abuse Education Consultant
Cumberland County Mental Health
01.1999 - 01.2005
Substance Abuse Counselor II
Sandhills Center for Mental Health
01.1994 - 01.1999
BA - Deviant Behavior & Social Control
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Education/Counseling - undefined
Troy State University
Master of Science - Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Certified in Tactical Recovery Program - Veterans in the Commonwealth
Safe Harbor Recovery Center & Veterans Administration