Lisa Carter is the Co-Director of the Mid-America Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC). Her introduction to the Mid-America ATTC was almost 20 years ago when she served as a consultant and trainer to develop an evidence-based course for addiction professionals. Lisa obtained an MS degree in Mental Health Counseling from Emporia State University in Kansas. She holds dual licenses for professional counseling and clinical addiction counseling and has been in the field since 1995.
Lisa began as a counselor but quickly worked her way up to leadership positions. As a result, she has managed most levels of programs on the substance use disorder continuum of care. Before coming to the Mid-America ATTC, she was Director of a Methadone clinic. During her tenure, Lisa has contracted with State and Federal agencies to train hundreds of counselors in assessment, treatment planning, and supervision. She has provided consultation on public policy and procedures. Lisa is co-chair for the ATTC network Dissemination and Implementation workgroup and serves on the Addiction Counselors Advisory Committee for the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board.
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Cultural Humility in the Behavioral Health Workplace