Val Teichert
Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor
The Family Support Center
Winnemuca, NV USA
“Strong families bring strong communities.”
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Milestones
My road in life took a while to figure out.
After high school, I ventured into early childhood education, earning an associate degree in child development.
I built my career working at Head Start programs and child development centers.
I earned my bachelor’s degree in marriage and family studies, strengthening my knowledge and experience in the whole family unit.
After about 25 years working for child development programs, I decided I wanted a change of pace and applied for a drug and alcohol counselor position.
I was hired and then proceeded to complete all the classes and training necessary for the position—I loved all of it and knew I had made the right decision.
I’ve been working as a substance abuse counselor for about a decade now!
Education
High School
Associate's Degree
Child Development
Associates Degree
Child Development
Associates Degree
Bachelor
Marriage & Family Studies
Brigham Young University–Idaho
Marriage & Family Studies
Brigham Young University–Idaho
Career
Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor
I craft recovery journeys, focusing on individuals and their broader family dynamics.
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Medicine
Education
Helping People
Day to Day
My days are filled with assessing and understanding clients' backgrounds, including family history, legal issues, and mental health, to address substance abuse comprehensively. I conduct in-depth assessments and offer counseling up to three times a week, often involving clients' families to tackle substance use as a collective issue. My work is a blend of counseling, case management, and connecting clients with resources.
Recommended Education
My career is related to what I studied. I'd recommend the path I took:
Associate's Degree
Child Development
Child Development
Bachelor
Marriage & Family Studies
Marriage & Family Studies
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