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Substance Use Disorder Services

Canvas Health’s counselors and treatment professionals are trained to provide intervention, support, and treatment to those struggling with alcohol or drug dependence.

Our outpatient substance use disorder services meet the high quality standards of the State of Minnesota and have been licensed as a Minnesota 245G substance use treatment program that is recognized by insurance companies.

Canvas Health offers Substance Use Comprehensive Assessments (previously known as Rule 25), treatment, groups for adults, and groups for adolescents.

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Adults – How to get started

  • Make an Appointment: If you believe that you or someone you care about could benefit from outpatient treatment for drug and alcohol use, request an appointment for an assessment at one of our clinic locations by calling (651) 777-5222.
  • Get an Assessment: Canvas Health currently offers substance use assessments for adults at our Oakdale, Cottage Grove, Forest Lake, North Branch, Stillwater, and Washington and Chisago County Jails. We perform Substance Use Comprehensive Assessments (previously known as Rule 25 Assessments), a type of assessment mandated by the state of Minnesota, and use them to develop care management plans for adults, adolescents, and their families.
  • Create an Individual Treatment Plan: Our New Choices for Recovery program helps adults take action to change their thinking and behaviors to both prevent relapse and to form a more positive relationship with themselves, others and their community. Our approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which teaches those recovering from addiction and mental illness to find connections between their thoughts, feelings, and actions and increase awareness of how these things impact recovery. Our groups also use a trauma-informed curriculum, motivational interviewing and 12-step supports.
  • Join a Group: To join a group, you must have a recent substance use assessment, which can be provided by Canvas Health or an outside agency. Group members also attend individual treatment sessions with a Canvas Health substance use counselor.

Adult Group Schedule:
Oakdale: 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Coon Rapids: 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Cottage Grove: 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
6-9 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

Forest Lake: 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
12:15-3:15 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
6-9 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

North Branch: 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
6-9 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

Stillwater: 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
6-9 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

Co-Occurring Program: Our Oakdale location offers a co-occurring program for adults with both substance use disorder and mental health diagnoses.

Adolescents  – How to get started

  • Make an Appointment: If you believe that you or someone you care about could benefit from outpatient treatment for drug and alcohol use, request an appointment for an assessment at one of our clinic locations by calling (651) 777-5222.
  • Get an Assessment: Canvas Health currently offers substance use assessments for adolescents at our Stillwater, Cottage Grove, and Forest Lake clinics. We perform Substance Use Comprehensive Assessments (previously known as Rule 25 Assessments), a type of assessment mandated by the state of Minnesota, and use them to develop care management plans for adults, adolescents, and their families.
  • Create an Individual Treatment Plan: Our adolescent treatment program utilizes a cognitive behavioral, trauma-informed, non-traditional approach. It is designed for adolescents age 13-18 with a diagnosis of a substance use disorder. The goal of this program is to keep adolescents in their home community. It includes group sessions, intensive case management, consultations, individual, and concerned persons/family sessions.
  • Join a Group: To join a group, you must have a recent substance use assessment, which can be provided by Canvas Health or an outside agency. Group members also attend individual treatment with a Canvas Health substance use counselor.

Adolescent Group Schedule:
Cottage Grove:  3:30-5:30 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Forest Lake: 3:30-5:30 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (coming soon!)

Substance Use Assessment Information

  • Canvas Health is able to provide substance abuse assessments to individuals from all Minnesota counties.
  • All members of our staff are licensed alcohol and drug counselors, and are available to evaluate and help manage substance use problems. We perform Substance Use Comprehensive Assessments (previously known as Rule 25 Assessments), a type of assessment mandated by the state of Minnesota, and use them to develop care management plans for adults, adolescents, and their families.
  • During an assessment, one of our licensed alcohol and drug counselors will use interviews and diagnostic screenings to collect personal biological, social, psychological and historical data.
  • The substance use assessor uses the data to make formal recommendations about treatment.
  • A substance use assessment contains confidential information. This information is only released to third parties after the individual has provided their consent by signing a release of information form.
  • Our staff assess and recognize issues beyond just substance use disorders, including other types of addiction and mental illness. As necessary, we provide referrals for these services, most of which are also offered by Canvas Health. Our services include assessment, consultation, education, concerned persons programming, and outpatient treatment.

Substance Use Disorder Treatment Information

Canvas Health offers several treatment programs for adults and adolescents who have problems with substance use to help bring about substantial and lasting change. Our programs emphasize the importance of reshaping a view of substance use issues into a more strengths-based perspective by providing holistic, effective, and culturally relevant programming.

Other programming:

East Central Regional Juvenile Center Treatment Program: Canvas Health’s New Choices for Adolescents is a program for adolescents (age 13-18) who are in the secure population at East Central Regional Juvenile Center in Lino Lakes. The program utilizes a trauma-informed, cognitive treatment model based on research and evaluation that has been found to be effective with substance-abusing juvenile offenders. The program provides service coordination across systems and gradually incorporates informal community supports to prepare youths for transition to their home community.

 

Referrals & Appointments

Make an Appointment or Referral

Email
intake@canvashealth.org

Phone
(651) 777-5222

 

 

 

Meet The Team

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Jaxx Wolfe, LADC

Substance Use Disorder Program Manager

There is hope for every patient. They come to us from a position of hopelessness. We cannot “fix” anyone, we are simply tour guides. It is our responsibility to provide a safe environment where we can meet them where they are at and gently, but firmly guide them down the path of hope, healing, and recovery.

Clinic Locations

  • Stillwater Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic

Specialty Areas

  • Substance Use Services
  • Supervision of staff serving ages 13+

Professional Experience

I began my career in substance use in 1998.  Over the years, I have worked with adults and adolescents in community, residential, outpatient and correctional settings.  Regardless of my role (Technician, Driver, Counselor, Director), I have always been passionate about recovery.  I feel honored to have spent my career helping others in achieving their goals for improved quality of life and lasting recovery.  In my current role at Canvas Health, I am afforded the unique opportunity to mentor other professionals and in that way, I am able to continue to provide high quality care to the clients we serve.

Education

  • Associate of Arts (AA)
  • BA - in progress

Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)

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Ryan Dusek, LADC

Substance Use Supervisor

If one has an open mind and heart, it can be healed.

Clinic Locations

  • Coon Rapids Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic and Anoka County Crisis Services

Specialty Areas

  • Substance Use Services

Professional Experience

I’ve worked in numerous substance use programs including working with adolescents, men and women in outpatient and inpatient settings, with my last role being in MMT.

Education

  • BS-Crown College
  • Currently working on my MA in Counseling at Crown College.

License and Credentials

  • Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)
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Cynthia Artz, LADC

Adult Substance Use Counselor/Team Lead

I believe it is when we are willing to face our challenges and struggles that one can experience the most growth and change regarding lifestyles and our way of thinking. I believe through support and encouragement, as well as focus on people’s abilities, one can begin to implement positive change that increases health and well-being. I believe in a holistic approach, incorporating healing to the mind, body and spirit, with in turn assists with the overall healing process.

Clinic Locations

  • North Branch Mental Health & Substance Use Clinic and East Central Crisis Services

Specialty Areas

  • I have worked with a wide variety of populations throughout my career and have experience in leadership and training, as well as evidenced based treatment, motivational interviewing, and cognitive behavior therapy and have provided treatment services for both adult men and women.

Professional Experience

I have worked as a licensed alcohol and drug counselor in both residential treatment settings as well as outpatient services involving both men and women.

Education

  • Bachelor of Science Degree - School of Allied Health professions with an emphasis on Recreation Therapy - University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
  • Certificate of Alcohol and Drug counseling education - Century College

License and Credentials

  • Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)
  • Bachelor of Science (BS)

Referral & Information

To make a referral or appointment, please call our Intake Coordinators at (651) 777-5222; email intake@canvashealth.org, or complete this form to request an appointment.

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Molly Heise, LADC

Adult Substance Use Counselor/Team Lead

I believe in treating all of my clients with respect and compassion. It is my philosophy that people should be treated as a whole, and not be seen simply as their addiction. Through motivation, care, compassion, and change thinking, anyone can learn to conquer substance abuse issues.

Clinic Locations

  • Forest Lake Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic

Specialty Areas

  • Substance Use Counselor
  • Substance Use Group Facilitator
  • Tobacco and Nicotine Treatment and Cessation Specialist, TSS, Mayo Clinic Nicotine Dependence Center
  • Substance Use Disorders, Addiction, Alcohol Abuse

Professional Experience

I have experience working with adults of all ages in the field of Substance Dependency. In addition to substance use, I have experience treating eating disorders of all types.

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts, Psychology and Behavioral Neuroscience - University of St. Thomas
  • Master of Arts, Elementary Education - University of St. Thomas
  • Addiction Studies - Century College/MCTC

License and Credentials

  • Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)

Referral & Information

To make a referral or appointment, please call our Intake Coordinators at (651) 777-5222; email intake@canvashealth.org, or complete this form to request an appointment.

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Jane Beer

Adult Substance Use Counselor

Being honest with yourself brings great change and freedom.

Clinic Locations

  • Coon Rapids Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic and Anoka County Crisis Services

Specialty Areas

  • Substance Use – Adults
  • Ages Served: 18+
  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Abuse, Comprehensive Substance Use Assessments (Rule 25), Court-Ordered Substance Use Treatment, Opioid Addiction, Substance Use Disorders, Transitions

Professional Experience

I have been an LADC for more than 5 years and have experience working in residential and outpatient programs.

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice-Metropolitan State University
  • Law Enforcement Certification-Metropolitan State University
  • Addiction Counseling Certification-Century College
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Nicole Bettin, LADC

Adult Substance Use Counselor

I believe that client-centered care is extremely important when it comes to working with individuals that have been diagnosed with a substance use disorder. Recovery from addiction is a personal journey and I want my clients to know that they are not alone and together we will find what path of recovery works for them.

Clinic Locations

  • Stillwater Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic

Specialty Areas

  • Substance Use Disorder Treatment
  • Ages Served: 18+
  • Using evidence best practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and twelve step facilitation especially promoting twelve step supports. I believe that providing client education on change thinking is imperative to maintaining long term recovery. I use these specialty areas in order for my clients to recognize the difference between thought patterns and this teaches them to be aware of when their “addict” is directing their thoughts as opposed to when their “recovery” is directing their thoughts.
  • Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Substance Use Disorders, Opioid Addiction

Professional Experience

I am currently a licensed alcohol and drug counselor through the Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health. I was an intern with Canvas Health from 2020-2021 and was hired as a counselor in June of 2021. I’m currently pursuing my Masters degree in Co-Occurring Disorders Recovery Counseling at Metropolitan State University.

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Alcohol and Drug Counseling - Metropolitan State University
  • Pursuing Masters of Science degree in Co-occurring Disorders Recovery Counseling - Metropolitan State

License and Credentials

  • Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)

Referral & Information

To make a referral or appointment, please call our Intake Coordinators at (651) 777-5222; email intake@canvashealth.org, or complete this form to request an appointment.

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Diana Bjorkman, LADC

Adult Substance Use Counselor

Clinic Locations

  • Forest Lake Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic

Specialty Areas

  • Substance Use Services
  • Ages Served: 18+
  • Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Court-Ordered Substance Use Treatment

License and Credentials

  • Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LADC)

Referral & Appointment

To make a referral or appointment, please call our Intake Coordinators at (651) 777-5222; email intake@canvashealth.org, or complete this form to request an appointment.

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Kimberly Blount

Adult Substance Use Assessor

I believe that every client is unique so I focus on the client’s needs and goals and provide the tools they need to help them on their journey. It is important that the client find their strengths and build on those to be successful. Recovery is possible!

Clinic Locations

  • Stillwater Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic

Specialty Areas

  • Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Substance Use Disorders
  • Comprehensive Substance Use Assessments (Rule 25)
  • Ages served: 18+

Education

  • BA-Criminal Justice-Metropolitan State University

License and Credentials

  • ADC-T
  • CPP

Referral & Information

To make a referral or appointment, please call our Intake Coordinators at (651) 777-5222; email intake@canvashealth.org, or complete this form to request an appointment.

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Gina Breci, LADC

Adult Substance Use Counselor

My job is to help clients find their own path to recovery. I believe in person centered care that holds clients accountable. Empathy, support, and education are tools I use to guide clients through the stages of change. Recovery is possible!

Clinic Locations

  • Cottage Grove Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic

Specialty Areas

  • Substance Use
  • Ages Served: 18+
  • Evidence based treatment
  • Women in recovery
  • Harm reduction
  • Trauma informed care

Professional Experience

Past community organizer, women’s advocate and coordinator for people with disabilities.

Education

  • BA - St. Cloud State University
  • Substance Use Counseling Certificate - Century College

License and Credentials

  • Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)

Referral & Information

To make a referral or appointment, please call our Intake Coordinators at (651) 777-5222; email intake@canvashealth.org, or complete this form to request an appointment.

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John Cassidy, LADC

Adult Substance Use Assessor

I believe that substance dependency is a treatable disease with treatment and support groups in the community. I’ve seen life-changing miracles take place in numerous substance dependent people and their families. I believe that treatment is an investment that benefits individual families and the community.

Clinic Locations

  • Stillwater Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic

Specialty Areas

  • Pre-Petition screening for substance use commitments in Washington County
  • Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Court-Ordered Substance Use Treatment, Substance Use Disorders
  • Comprehensive Substance Use Assessments (Rule 25)
  • Fluent in Spanish

Professional Experience

John has worked in the field of Substance Dependency since 1973. He did his internship for the University of Minnesota and the University of Wisconsin at Human Services, Washington County in 1976. John has worked with Ramsey County Detoxification Center, Kinnic Falls Halfway House and Fairview Deaconess Adolescent Substance Dependency Treatment. He has been at Human Services of Washington County Substance Use Division since 1983.

Education

  • Bachelor Degrees - University of Minnesota and St. John’s University, New York
  • Masters Degree in Counseling - University of Wisconsin-River Falls
  • Fellow of the Kellogg Foundation Partners of the America’s Program in International Development, 1992

License and Credentials

  • Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, (LADC)

Referral & Information

To make a referral or appointment, please call our Intake Coordinators at (651) 777-5222; email intake@canvashealth.org, or complete this form to request an appointment.

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Ann Costello Junge

Peer Recovery Specialist

My job is to show up, listen and then do the best I can to make a difference, to have a positive impact on my clients’ lives.

Clinic Locations

  • Stillwater Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic

Specialty Areas

  • Peer Recovery
  • Ages Served: All
  • Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Mindfulness, Opioid Addiction, Self-Esteem, Self-Worth, Spirituality, Substance Use Disorders

Professional Experience

I am in long term recovery and have owned and managed a women’s sober houses for the past 9 years. I have also developed and delivered house manager training for the sober housing community in St. Paul and Minneapolis.

Education

  • University of Minnesota some college
  • Certified Peer Specialist - Minnesota Certification Board
  • CPRS Reciprocal- Advanced Peer Recovery Specialist

License and Credentials

  • Certified Peer Specialist - Minnesota Certification Board
  • CPRS Reciprocal- Advanced Peer Recovery Specialist

Referral & Appointment

To make an appointment with a Peer Recovery Specialist, clients should speak with their therapist or treatment counselor.

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Brooke Fricke

Adult Substance Use Counselor

My goal is to provide education, support, and consistency for those struggling with substance use disorders.

Clinic Locations

  • North Branch Mental Health & Substance Use Clinic and East Central Crisis Services

Specialty Areas

  • Substance Use – Adults
  • Ages Served – 18+
  • Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Co-Occurring Disorders, Comprehensive Substance Use Assessments (Rule 25), Court-Ordered Substance Use Treatment, Opioid Addiction, Substance Use Disorders

Professional Experience

Previously worked at an all-women’s residential facility in St. Louis Park, MN where I completed my LADC internship and worked as a primary counselor.

Education

  • Bachelors of Science - Minnesota State University, Mankato

Referral & Appointment

To make a referral or appointment, please call our Intake Coordinators at (651) 777-5222; email intake@canvashealth.org, or complete this form to request an appointment.

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Robert Jones, LADC

Adult Substance Use Counselor

Each client is a unique individual that needs to be met at his or her own personal level of reality. I concentrate on focusing the client’s treatment using his or her own personal inner wisdom to establish a balance in the client’s psychological, physical, social and spiritual well-being to promote change.

Clinic Locations

  • Stillwater Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic

Specialty Areas

  • Substance Use Disorder Treatment
  • Ages served: 18+

Professional Experience

I worked as a Substance Use Technician from 2008 to 2011 at Cedar Ridge Residential Treatment Center, a Health Realization based treatment program. After becoming an LADC in 2011, I worked as a counselor at Avalon Outpatient Treatment Program in Stillwater, MN. In 2012, I began working at Canvas Health in Stillwater with adults with co-occurring disorders.

Education

  • Bachelor of Science - University of Wisconsin, River Falls
  • Associate of Science Degree in Substance Dependency - Century College

License and Credentials

  • Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)

Referral & Information

To make a referral or appointment, please call our Intake Coordinators at (651) 777-5222; email intake@canvashealth.org, or complete this form to request an appointment.

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John Koska, LADC

Correctional Substance Use Counselor

I strive to educate and challenge individuals to develop themselves.

Clinic Locations

  • Stillwater Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic

Specialty Areas

  • Substance Use Counselor at Washington County Jail
  • Ages Served: 18+
  • Addiction, Alcohol Abuse

Professional Experience

I have worked as IOP counselor for 24 years, 17 years in a correctional setting.

Education

  • Associate Degree in Chemical Health

License and Credentials

  • Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)

Referral & Information

Referrals to this program are court-ordered, via an individual’s case manager, or self-referral.

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David Larson, LADC

Adolescent Substance Use Counselor

I have been an adolescent counselor for over thirty years. I believe that young people are the future and I try to improve on their future. I have an eclectic philosophy and try and use every evidence-based tool at my disposal. At the heart of this is my belief that every child should have a chance at success.

Clinic Locations

  • Stillwater Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic

Specialty Areas

  • Adolescent substance use treatment

Professional Experience

I have been a adolescent counselor for over 30 years.

Education

  • Associate's Degree

License and Credentials

  • Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)

Referral & Information

To make a referral or appointment, please call our Intake Coordinators at (651) 777-5222; email intake@canvashealth.org, or complete this form to request an appointment.

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Mike Mader, LADC

Adolescent Substance Use Counselor

I believe that people always have positive choices even when they feel stuck. My counseling approaches are person-centered, cognitive-behavioral and narrative. Working recovery is the opportunity to rediscover the world around you to navigate the future that’s ahead.

Clinic Locations

  • Forest Lake Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic

Specialty Areas

  • Adolescent community-based groups and intervention
  • Ages Served: 12+
  • Addiction, Substance Use Disorders, Alcohol Abuse

Professional Experience

I have experience working with adolescent clients in residential, outpatient settings, community Brief Intervention and community school based programs.

Education

  • Associate Degree in Addiction Counseling – Century College
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services – Metropolitan State University

License and Credentials

  • Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LADC)

Referral & Information

To make a referral or appointment, please call our Intake Coordinators at (651) 777-5222; email intake@canvashealth.org, or complete this form to request an appointment.

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Gwen McNamara, LADC

Adult Co-Occurring Substance Use Disorder Counselor

I have a person-centered approach that used evidence-based practices while taking into account the unique social and cultural experiences of each individual, meeting them where they are at in their stage of change.

Clinic Locations

  • Oakdale Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic

Specialty Areas

  • Substance Use Services
  • Ages Served: 13 and Older
  • Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Anxiety, Substance Use Disorders, Self-Esteem, Self-Worth, Depression, Rule 25 Assessment, Opioid Addiction, Mindfulness, Co-Occurring Disorders

Professional Experience

I had a virtual LADC internship at Hazelden Betty Ford, St. Paul Campus. My second internship was in-person at Wayside Family, working with women and their children on site. I worked at ANEW Chemical Health in East St. Paul for 6 months (July- Dec) 2022. ANEW is an all-women’s facility with residential and intensive outpatient.

Education

  • Master of Arts - Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School
  • Bachelor of Arts - University of Minnesota
  • Associate of Arts from Minneapolis and Technical College

License and Credentials

  • Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)

Referral & Information

To make a referral or appointment, please call our Intake Coordinators at (651) 777-5222; email intake@canvashealth.org, or complete this form to request an appointment.

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Kelly Mettayer, LADC

Correctional Substance Use Counselor

I believe that every client is unique with their own set of needs, strengths, and goals. I believe in meeting clients where they are at and helping them gain the skills to reach their goals.

Clinic Locations

  • Community-Based

Specialty Areas

  • Substance Use Disorders
  • Correctional Facility Counseling and Treatment
  • Ages Served 13-18

Professional Experience

I have been working in the field of addiction since 2003 with adolescents in an outpatient setting and currently in a corrections setting.

Education

  • AA in Substance Dependency - Century College

License and Credentials

  • Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)

Referral & Information

Referrals to this program are court-ordered, via an individual’s case manager, or self-referral.

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Jennifer Nelson, LADC

Adult Substance Use Assessor

I believe it is a privilege to walk along side my clients, using client centered skills and compassion to guide them on their recovery journey.

Clinic Locations

  • Stillwater Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic

Specialty Areas

  • Substance Use Assessor
  • Comprehensive Substance Use Assessments (Rule 25)
  • Ages Served: Adults

Professional Experience

15+ years experience as residential treatment counselor, outpatient treatment counselor, and substance use assessor.

Education

  • B.A. - Psychology, College of St. Catherine
  • Chemical Dependency Certificate - Century College

License and Credentials

  • Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)

Referral & Appointment

To check this provider’s availability or to make a referral or appointment, please call our Intake Coordinators at (651) 777-5222; email intake@canvashealth.org, or complete this form to request an appointment.

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Gary Paulson, LADC

Adult Substance Use Counselor and Assessor

People deserve the chance to become aware of stumbling blocks in their life, and be given the opportunity to resolve those issues. The freedom to choose is of the highest gifts.

Clinic Locations

  • Cottage Grove Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic
  • Oakdale Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic
  • Stillwater Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic

Specialty Areas

  • Substance Use Disorders
  • Assessment and treatment of substance abuse, dependency and Co-Occurring Disorders
  • Comprehensive Substance Use Assessments (Rule 25)
  • Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Substance Use Disorders, Opioid Addiction
  • Ages Served: 19+

Professional Experience

Worked in Chemical Dependency field since 1991 in various capacities including: counselor, assessment, case manager, and program manager.

Education

  • Associate's Degree - Anoka/Ramsey Community College
  • Graduate - College of St. Catherine, St. Mary’s CampusGraduate of College of St. Catherine, St. Mary’s Campus, Substance Dependency and Family Therapy

License and Credentials

  • Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)

Referral & Information

To make a referral or appointment, please call our Intake Coordinators at (651) 777-5222; email intake@canvashealth.org, or complete this form to request an appointment.

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Jenny Snook, LADC

Adult Substance Use Counselor

We can over come obstacles in our lives by allowing others to help.

Clinic Locations

  • Cottage Grove Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic

Specialty Areas

  • Substance Use Disorders
  • Ages Served: 18+

Professional Experience

I have worked with both men and women. I have worked in outpatient and inpatient services.

Education

  • Associate of Arts - Central Lakes College
  • Hazelden - Graduate School of Addiction Studies
  • Bachelor of Social Work - St. Scholastica

License and Credentials

  • Licensed Alcohol Drug Counselor (LADC)

Referral & Information

To make a referral or appointment, please call our Intake Coordinators at (651) 777-5222; email intake@canvashealth.org, or complete this form to request an appointment.

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Amanda Thao, ADC-T, AS, AA

Adult Substance Use Counselor

My goal is to help clients achieve self-awareness, improve their relationships, and live more fulfilling lives. I also believe that it is important to be culturally sensitive and to recognize the unique experiences and perspectives of each client.

Clinic Locations

  • Forest Lake Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic

Specialty Areas

  • Substance Use – Adults
  • Ages Served 18+
  • Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Comprehensive Substance Use Assessments (Rule 25), Opioid Addiction

Professional Experience

Internship completed at Northstar Behavioral Health 2020-2021
Substance Use Counselor- Northstar Behavioral Health 2021-2022
Substance Use Assessor- Northstar Behavioral Health 2022-2023
Substance Use Assessor- Transformation House 2023

Education

  • Anoka Ramsey Community College- Associate of Arts- Liberal Arts and Sciences
  • Anoka Ramsey Community College- Associate of Science Alcohol and Drug Counseling Studies

Referral & Appointment

To make a referral or appointment, please call our Intake Coordinators at (651) 777-5222; email intake@canvashealth.org, or complete this form to request an appointment.

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Kysa Thilgen-Anglin, LADC

Correctional Substance Use Counselor

I believe that people deserve opportunities for change. To assist with change I use a person centered approach and offer education so they can make informed decisions.

Clinic Locations

  • Community-Based

Specialty Areas

  • Jail Program
  • Ages Served: 18+
  • Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Substance Use Disorders, Rule 25 Assessment, Opioid Addiction

Professional Experience

I have worked in the substance use field for nearly 16 years. I have worked with a variety of populations, most recently in corrections.

Education

  • AA -Century College
  • Certificate in Alcohol and Drug Counseling Education - Century College

License and Credentials

  • Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)

Referral & Appointment

Referrals to this program are court-ordered, via an individual’s case manager, or self-referral.

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