Willie Pringle
Counseling
Clarksville,TN
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong background in addiction recovery and mental health, particularly at Mental Health Cooperative. Demonstrated excellence in program development and crisis intervention, effectively improving community engagement and fostering resilience in clients facing substance abuse challenges. Proficient in CBT and motivational interviewing, consistently mentoring and developing evidence-based coping strategies to support individuals on their recovery journey.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Counselor
Another-Way Inc
Tanker
United States Army
Peer Support
Mental Health Cooperative
10.2023 - Current
- Managed recovery programs and care coordination for individuals with substance abuse and mental health challenges
- Delivered grief treatment and facilitated the development of trauma-informed care coping skills
- Facilitated one-on-one peer support sessions, helping clients establish and achieve personal recovery goals
- Advocated for clients’ needs within the community, connecting them to vital resources and services
Peer Support
Dartmouth Hitchcock
07.2021 - Current
- Served as a Patient-Centered Outcome Research Advocate, supporting individuals with severe mental illness (SMI)
- Authored articles on geriatric mental health for professional journals
- Facilitated substance use recovery groups for older adults and individuals in crisis
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
Centerstone Behavioral Health
04.2019 - 06.2022
- Led health recovery programs, providing care coordination and treatment for grief, loss, and trauma
- Implemented evidence-based coping strategies to foster resilience in clients facing substance abuse challenges
Package Handler
FedEx
12.2016 - 03.2019
- Operated heavy equipment and managed logistics to meet daily operational goals
- Trained new hires, enhancing team efficiency and productivity
Advisory Council Member (Internship)
Carver Senior Center
06.2016 - 08.2018
- Developed and managed daily activities to increase community engagement for older adults
Community Engagement Coordinator (Internship)
Promise Zone
08.2016 - 06.2018
- Organized weekly sessions for senior community centers to promote active engagement and well-being
Education
BS - Psychology/Addiction Recovery
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Addiction Recovery and Mental Health
- Crisis Intervention
- Program Development
- Behavioral Health Strategies
- Community Engagement
- Mentorship Program Developer
- CBT
- Motivational interviewing
- Psychoeducation
Timeline
Peer Support
Mental Health Cooperative
10.2023 - Current
Peer Support
Dartmouth Hitchcock
07.2021 - Current
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
Centerstone Behavioral Health
04.2019 - 06.2022
Package Handler
FedEx
12.2016 - 03.2019
Community Engagement Coordinator (Internship)
Promise Zone
08.2016 - 06.2018
Advisory Council Member (Internship)
Carver Senior Center
06.2016 - 08.2018
BS - Psychology/Addiction Recovery
Liberty University
Counselor
Another-Way Inc
Tanker
United States Army
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