I want to share a little bit about Gary that’s important for students to know…….and that’s his incredible sense of humor and his love of the blues, which makes for an interesting mix and why his classes are so enjoyable. At Odyssey, Gary specializes in training the CAC III/LAC classes, Advanced MI, Clinical Supervision I & II. He went through an extensive training of the trainer for Clinical Supervision through the ATTC and was the director of Clinical Supervision services at Arapahoe House for years where he implemented it. For those students really seeking to learn an effective model of Clinical Supervision, there simply is no one more effective then Gary. – Michael Connelly, MA, LAC, Director Odyssey
What do you enjoy about training students at The Odyssey Center?
Odyssey is a great place to train as humor and having fun are seen as essential ingredients in the learning process. Here, I am able to witness firsthand, addiction counselors as they grow and gain confidence in their skills while being supported in positive learning environment.
Why do you believe training in important for students to become effective addiction counselors?
I strongly believe in the development of clinicians who are competent and highly skilled at their craft.
What experiences give you the passion for training?
-Licensed Professional Counselor
-Licensed Addiction Counselor
-Certified Addiction Counselor
-Owner of Inner Courage Counseling (specializing in trauma recovery, relationship and intimacy issues, sex addiction, sexual orientation/sexual identity, grief and loss and life transitions.
-Work as a therapist, clinical supervisor and trainer
-Taught nationally to clinicians, health care providers, supervisors and other trainers
Fun fact!
I am most at home while being in the magnificent outdoors of Colorado, especially hiking, river rafting and skiing. I love my “soul-mate,” Julie and our three cats, Bonito, Valeroso and Dulce.
