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Expertise
I can answer questions on substance abuse and addiction as well as possible ideas for abstinence and groups. I have been a substance abuse counseling specialist for 5 years. I cannot give medically diagnose but can give accurate advice and helpful ideas.
Experience in the area
I have been a substance abuse counselor for five years and have detoxed clients off of all drugs and alcohol.
Education/Credentials
I have a minor in addiction,an A.A. in Juvenile Justice and am working on my B.A in Criminal Justice with addiction. I have worked with doctors who specialize in medical detox and have 10 years nursing field experience.
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Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
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| Rick | 12/27/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanx for the information. |
| liz | 11/11/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Rebecca Hecht | 11/07/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for your help this information ..... |
| wendy | 08/04/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thanks alot for helping me out im ..... |
| Karen | 07/27/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Crystal
2012-01-22 Relationships and recovery:
Hi Amy, I am sorry you are struggling with this and I am even more sorry that you are allowing it to consume you so much that you stop functioning. You need to stop yourself right now in your tracks
2012-01-21 drug testing:
Hi Matt, It all depends on how often you were smoking before the 5th. It is possible that you may still test positive but when you do test positive it is normal for your probation officer to ask when
2011-12-24 tested positive for benzo's on pre-employment test.:
Rick, I am not sure why you would have tested positive for a benzodiazepine if you don't take them. Do you take valium, xanax, ativan or clonipin or have you taken anyone else's meds for sleep? You
2011-11-10 crack cocaine:
Hi Liz, I can't really answer this question as to whether he is REALLY bipolar or not because I have not met your husband but I can give you some advice. Yes addicts tend to use every excuse in the
2009-08-17 Loratab Addiction:
Lisa, When you say that you have an addiction what does that mean to you? When you were taking the loratab what was your thought process, where were you at in your head? Did you take it with the intention
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