Lilianna Romero, CADC
Glenolden
Summary
Dynamic and empathetic substance abuse counselor with six years of experience, specializing in individual and group therapy. Proven expertise in ASAM assessments and crisis intervention, effectively enhancing client outcomes through motivational interviewing and evidence-based practices. Committed to fostering resilience and recovery in diverse populations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Counselor
Malvern Treatment Centers
Philadelphia
2023.05 - Current
- Conducting individual/group therapy sessions
- Assisting in connecting clients with necessary resources
- Completing case documentation
- Coordinating treatment plans
- Completing ASAM assessments for level of care placement
Primary Therapist
Directions Behavioral Health Centers
Philadelphia
2023.01 - 2023.05
- Conducting individual/group therapy sessions
- Administering psychological/drug and alcohol assessments
- Completing case documentation
- Coordinating treatment plans
Counselor Intern
Directions Behavioral Health Centers
Philadelphia
2020.06 - 2022.12
- Completed biopsychosocial intake assessments
- Conducted group therapy sessions
- Managed individual caseload of up to 5 clients
- Conducted individual sessions under clinical supervision
Counselor Intern
The Wedge Recovery Centers
Philadelphia
2019.09 - 2020.03
- Worked with both individual counselors and group facilitators to begin integrating empirically supported treatments into client interactions
- Completed case documentation
- Facilitated group therapy sessions
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Gwynedd Mercy University
Gwynedd Valley, PA03.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Addictions and Mental Health Treatment
Alvernia University
Reading, PA07.2022
Associate in Applied Science - Behavioral Health/Human Services
Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA05.2020
Skills
- Individual therapy
- Group therapy
- Case documentation
- Crisis intervention
- Empathy development
- ASAM assessment
- Empirical approaches
- Psychoeducation delivery
- Motivational interviewing
- Dual diagnosis treatment
Certification
- Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. Active since January 3rd, 2023.
Timeline
Counselor
Malvern Treatment Centers
2023.05 - Current
Primary Therapist
Directions Behavioral Health Centers
2023.01 - 2023.05
Counselor Intern
Directions Behavioral Health Centers
2020.06 - 2022.12
Counselor Intern
The Wedge Recovery Centers
2019.09 - 2020.03
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Gwynedd Mercy University
Bachelor of Arts - Addictions and Mental Health Treatment
Alvernia University
Associate in Applied Science - Behavioral Health/Human Services
Community College of Philadelphia