Michigan Association for Addiction Professionals

07/25/2025

Check out this opportunity to become an expert in the addiction field through NAADAC!

Set yourself apart as an expert in addiction counseling with the MAC certification! This prestigious credential is recognized as the highest level of addiction counseling certification. Apply today: https://bit.ly/3GdfmyM

07/24/2025

Please help SAMHSA share these life saving resources across all your networks. Crisis support, reassurance, and treatment may just be one call or click away for someone struggling with mental health or substance use concerns.

If you’re looking for resources for mental health or substance use challenges, help is available.

Help yourself & share to help others: http://samhsa.gov/find-help

07/15/2025

What are the benefits of joining MAADAC, the Michigan Association for Addiction Professionals (and NAADAC, the National Association for Addiction Professionals)?

-Over 360 hours of FREE on-demand continuing education credits (valued over $5000). Regular scheduled live/virtual trainings each month.

-Reduced rates for NAADAC and affiliate conferences and events.

-Tuition discounts to participating universities.

-Become eligible for National SUD Certifications to take your State or Reciprocal Credential to the next level.

-Participate in, and have a voice towards policy advocacy that impact legislative decisions and funding.

-Participate in the NAADAC online community to connect and share ideas with other SUD and Behavioral Health professionals from around the country.

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Open to individuals who are working toward licensure or certification in the addiction profession and non-clinical addiction professionals, such as probation officers, public health workers, administrators, marketing representatives, and other people interested in the addiction field. Please note t...

07/12/2025

The Michigan Association for Addiction Professionals had its first Board meeting today since our annual strategic planning meeting last month. We welcomed our new Board members and started discussions on what's to come for organization and the addiction profession. We look forward to sharing some exciting announcements in the near future.

06/25/2025

Interested in what NAADAC has to say about the current political changes in America and how it's affecting addiction professionals?
Take a look at the NAADAC Press Room- https://www.naadac.org/naadac-press-room for more information about NAADAC's efforts on Capitol Hill.

From advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill to providing trainings on a global scale, NAADAC is always making contributions to the addiction profession! Learn more about the latest information from NAADAC below.

05/14/2025

The Michigan Association of Addiction Professionals is looking for excited and passionate addiction professionals to join our Board of Advisors! Don't wait! The deadline for submissions is June 13, 2025.

Why join MAADAC?
-Sponsor educational programs for alcohol and drug addiction counselors and professionals.
-Network with other alcohol and drug addiction professionals across Michigan and the nation.
-Access hundreds of CEU's via NAADAC's extensive library of webinars.
-Enhance your professional identity and learn valuable skills to grow within the field of addiction work.
-Advocate for addiction professionals on a local, state, and federal level.

Responsibilities
-Attend virtual monthly board meetings, held on the 2nd Saturday of each month.
-Assist in planning and delivering conferences and events throughout the year for addiction professionals across Michigan.
-Opportunity to participate in subcommittees as needed (ethics, membership, education, etc.).

Qualifications
-Current NAADAC and MAADAC membership.
-Current participation and knowledge in the addiction field via work experience, internships, education, peer services, etc.
-Licensure or certification in mental health or addiction not required.

Are you ready to enhance your career and be a voice for addiction professionals in Michigan?
Send us a resume along with a brief statement of why you are interested in joining the MAADAC Board of Advisors to maadac.assistant@gmail.com.

03/25/2025

For the first time, MAADAC is offering a group discount for organizations registering 5+ people at only $100 a person! Don't let your staff miss this conference!

Please join addiction professionals from across the state for the annual MAADAC Conference for continuing education, networking, and a great time!Reserve your room at the Bavarian Inn Lodge and use code 13V1Z2 for a discounted rate on Sunday, April 6, 2025.

03/25/2025

We're getting close, have you registered yet?

https://maadac.ce-go.com/2025-annual-maadac-conference/home

The 2025 MAADAC Conference will welcome speaker Mark McMillan, LMSW, CAADC!

Mark has been a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), and a Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CAADC) for just under ten years. Mark obtained his Masters Social Work degree from the advanced MSW program from Wayne State University. In October 2020, Mark opened McMillan Behavioral Health and Addiction Services, a private psychotherapy practice located in Metro Detroit, that specializes in addiction and behavior disorder treatment in the LGBTQIA+ communities. Mark also holds a certification in Trauma Informed Care from the Michigan State University School of Social Work continuing education program.

Learn more about Mark and his presentation, "Clinical Practice with Groups (Group Therapy 101)" by visiting the registration link above!

Please join addiction professionals from across the state for the annual MAADAC Conference for continuing education, networking, and a great time!Reserve your room at the Bavarian Inn Lodge and use code 13V1Z2 for a discounted rate on Sunday, April 6, 2025.

03/21/2025

Register for the 2025 MAADAC Conference today!

https://maadac.ce-go.com/2025-annual-maadac-conference/home

Check out some highlights from our 2024 conference. Not only did we have amazing speakers, but also Bavarian Inn Fried Chicken and a solar eclipse!

(Bavarian Inn Fried Chicken will be back in 2025, solar eclipse will not 😔 )

03/20/2025

MAADAC 2025 Annual Conference will welcome Jim Joyner as a presenter! Jim Joyner is a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor-Clinical Supervisor, through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board and an Internationally Certified Clinical Supervisor through the International Certification and Reciprocity Consortium.

Read more about Jim and register for the conference to attend his breakout session, "The Family, The Forgotten Patient".

Please join addiction professionals from across the state for the annual MAADAC Conference for continuing education, networking, and a great time!Reserve your room at the Bavarian Inn Lodge and use code 13V1Z2 for a discounted rate on Sunday, April 6, 2025.

03/20/2025

MAADAC 2025 Annual Conference will welcome Sonya Brice-Beard as a presenter!

Sonya Brice-Beard is a Reentry Specialist with the Michigan Department of Corrections - OS Administration. She directs Administrative Agencies covering 3 Regions (24 Counties) to ensure services and programs are provided to Returning Citizens during and after their release into the community. She started her career with MDOC in 1994 as a Parole/Probation Agent and has served as a Reentry Lead Agent (securing partnerships, housing, employment opportunities, and services with community agencies), and Trainer (Collaborative Case Management and COMPAS assessment).

https://maadac.ce-go.com/2025-annual-maadac-conference/home

Read more about Sonya and register for the MAADAC 2025 Annual Conference to attend her Keynote session, "Successful Transition From Incarceration to Home".

Please join addiction professionals from across the state for the annual MAADAC Conference for continuing education, networking, and a great time!Reserve your room at the Bavarian Inn Lodge and use code 13V1Z2 for a discounted rate on Sunday, April 6, 2025.

03/19/2025

18 Days!!

MAADAC 2025 Annual Conference will welcome Amanda Bolotta as a presenter!

Amanda is a dedicated Lead Recovery Coach with extensive experience in supporting both coaches and individuals under supervision of probation or parole within the Michigan Department of Corrections. With a commitment to empowering individuals on their journey to recovery, she plays a crucial role in developing and guiding coaches to ensure they are delivering effective support. Amanda is also instrumental in the growth and expansion of the MDOC Recovery Coaching Program (RAPS).

https://maadac.ce-go.com/2025-annual-maadac-conference/speakers

Read more about Amanda and register for the MAADAC 2025 Annual Conference to attend her Keynote Team session, "Successful Transition from Incarceration to Home".

Please join addiction professionals from across the state for the annual MAADAC Conference for continuing education, networking, and a great time!Reserve your room at the Bavarian Inn Lodge and use code 13V1Z2 for a discounted rate on Sunday, April 6, 2025.