We are providing in person and telehealth counseling services for substance use
We Can Help: Reach out today! Call (240) 242-4225
We are providing in person and telehealth counseling services for substance use
We Can Help: Reach out today! Call (240) 242-4225
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We believe Treatment should not be a punishment.
Instead it is a positive decision, a step toward seeking your life goals and overall better health. Your commitment comes with accountability and personal responsibility.
Jacques Fischer, BA, CAC-AD, Supervisor brings a wealth of knowledge pertaining to the disease of addiction as well as ASAM criteria for treatment. During his last semester of his Undergraduate Program he began his career in the behavioral health field as a part-time behavioral health technician at an inpatient rehab facility located on
Jacques Fischer, BA, CAC-AD, Supervisor brings a wealth of knowledge pertaining to the disease of addiction as well as ASAM criteria for treatment. During his last semester of his Undergraduate Program he began his career in the behavioral health field as a part-time behavioral health technician at an inpatient rehab facility located on the Eastern Shore. Upon graduation with a Bachelor's Degree from Salisbury University in 2015 with a degree in Psychology Jacques quickly rose the ranks and made the transition from Behavioral health Technician to Alcohol and Drug Counselor trainee. Jacques has worked in many different levels of care and environments ranging from residential inpatient facilities all the way to being a counselor in a program in a Level 5 prison in the state of Delaware and any type of program in between. Jacques is an approved Alcohol and Drug Counseling Supervisor through Maryland's Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists. Jacques' biggest strengths include his ability to conduct psychoeducation and psychotherapeutic group counseling sessions and the information brings to the clinical team as well as his ability to make the information relatable to the clientele he serves.
Outreach/Certified Peer
Erin Marks, CPRS, CSC-AD, is a Certified Addiction Counselor. Erin has been with Maryland Wellness for the past year as the Outreach Coordinator and now will also be a substitute counselor for our clinicians.
Erin has a master’s degree in Management from University of Maryland, University College and a bachelor’s
Outreach/Certified Peer
Erin Marks, CPRS, CSC-AD, is a Certified Addiction Counselor. Erin has been with Maryland Wellness for the past year as the Outreach Coordinator and now will also be a substitute counselor for our clinicians.
Erin has a master’s degree in Management from University of Maryland, University College and a bachelor’s degree in special education from Townson University. Prior to entering the substance abuse and mental Health field, Erin was a Special Education Teacher for 10 years. Though she enjoyed working with children, helping those in need has always been her calling. Erin decided to take a leap of faith and went back to school to complete the course work she needed to obtain her addictions counseling certification.
Over the past 5 years, Erin has worked in many different roles within the substance abuse & mental health field. Prior to their closing, she worked at Serenity Acres Inpatient Treatment center both as an outreach specialist and discharge coordinator. During that time, she was a counseling Intern both at Serenity Acres and Fresh Start Recovery Center.
Erin currently works full-time at Pathways to Housing in Montgomery County as an Addictions Counselor through a SAMHSA Funded grant program to help Montgomery County’s chronically homeless individual who struggle with substance abuse and mental health. Erin started as a Peer for Pathways to Housing, 4 years ago. In addition to her counseling certification, Erin still holds a state certification a Peer Recovery Specialist.
Erin enjoys helping those in need, she often gets calls from concerned family members or friends looking for help for their loved ones. Erin has done peer service work in the community and enjoys hosting community events related to addiction, as she believes breaking the stigma and spreading the word, is so very important.
Being able to help someone who is struggling when they are truly ready, and then watching them go through their journey to recovery is Erin’s passion. She says there is no greater feeling that helping someone find their way, knowing you played a role in starting them on their journey.
Certified Peer
Florence Odubayo, FNP, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner through the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. Florence provides compassionate care for clients suffering with addiction issues and primary care patients in both Washington DC and Maryland. Florence also has experience with addiction medicine, family medicine
Florence Odubayo, FNP, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner through the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. Florence provides compassionate care for clients suffering with addiction issues and primary care patients in both Washington DC and Maryland. Florence also has experience with addiction medicine, family medicine, and women’s health services. Florence’s passion for healthcare extends to the classroom as a clinical instructor for aspiring nurses and nurse practitioners. Mrs. Odubayo has lived in Montgomery County, MD for over 20 years and takes great pride in working at a program meant to serve the community she loves. Florence believes that every patient/client is very important and should be treated individually as such. Therefore, she is committed to providing 100% patient satisfaction to each patient.
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