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Our Story
A family member was struggling with alcohol addiction. It took a toll on all of us. It was challenging to find a reliable resource for assistance. It was frustrating not knowing how to speak to a family member or anyone about what we were going through and what our family member was going through. We did not know where to go for help.
With the help of a friend, we were directed to a local substance abuse professional who assisted us in helping our family member, as well as helping ourselves understand what was going on.
A few years later, a layoff at work presented an opportunity to change course professionally and personally. I realized this was a chance to do something for myself and others. I started investigating what I would need to do to help others get through some of what our family had gone through. I found it very difficult to find and then navigate my state’s regulatory agency responsible for overseeing alcohol and drug abuse counseling professionals and the requirements for becoming a Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor. I then had an idea.
Addiction-Counselors.com was founded shortly thereafter to assist others in navigating their state’s substance abuse/addiction counseling professional requirements. This is a valuable tool to help you along your path. Not all the information is here, but there are enough links to the most commonly sought areas of your state’s regulatory agency website, so you will surely find what you are looking for more quickly.
About Our Expert: Marcus Delgado
Marcus J. Delgado, MA, LCADC, MAC, brings nearly two decades of expertise to Addiction-Counselors.com, ensuring every piece of guidance on this site reflects current, accurate credentialing standards across all 50 states.
With a Master’s degree in Addiction Counseling and the prestigious Master Addiction Counselor (MAC) credential from NAADAC, Marcus has dedicated his career to both direct client care and helping fellow counselors navigate the often-confusing landscape of state licensing requirements. He’s a frequent speaker at national conferences and has advised multiple state regulatory boards on licensing standards, giving him insider knowledge of how credentialing systems actually work.
Marcus’s practical, state-by-state expertise helps both new counselors starting their journey and experienced professionals advancing their credentials understand precisely what’s required, no matter where they plan to practice. His commitment to clarity and accuracy ensures that the information on Addiction-Counselors.com remains a trusted resource for anyone pursuing a career in addiction treatment.