John began working with individuals suffering from substance use disorder and pervasive mental illness in 2013 in a support staff role. During this time John completed his bachelor’s degree in social work from Florida Atlantic University in August of 2016. John was accepted to the advanced standing master’s in social work (MSW) at Florida Atlantic University and completed his degree in May of 2017. Currently, John is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), a master’s certified addiction professional (MCAP), and serves as an adjunct instructor within our School. John owns a private psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and case management practice in Boca Raton, FL. Additionally, John works as a forensic social worker reviewing civil and criminal cases involving substance use disorder treatment. John is passionate about providing community-based services that bridge the gap from conventional residential treatment into the community.