Debra Kelsey, CADC II, CS, SAP

Engaging Clinical Supervision for SUD Counselors:
Building Skills & Teamwork

Engaging Clinical Supervision for SUD Counselors:
Building Skills & Teamwork

2:00 PM-3:30 PM

Debra Kelsey is a Certified Medi-Cal reviewer with extensive expertise in Joint Accreditation Standards who specializes in clinical supervision for severe mental illness and substance use disorders. She has spearheaded staff training emphasizing the importance of effective supervision techniques and fostering professional growth.

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A seasoned Certified Medi-Cal reviewer with extensive expertise in Joint Accreditation Standards, specializes in clinical supervision for severe mental illness and substance abuse disorders. With a robust background in developing and implementing mental health programs, to ensure compliance with Joint Commission Accreditation and design comprehensive residential and outpatient programs for diverse populations. She has spearheaded staff training and operational setups, emphasized the importance of effective supervision techniques and fostering professional growth. Renowned as a community leader and public speaker, she excels in managing multidisciplinary teams, enhancing program quality, and treating co-occurring disorders. Her deep understanding of mental health treatment complexities and commitment to continuous education makes her an invaluable leader in clinical supervision.

She has led staff training and operational setups, emphasized effective supervision and fostering professional growth. As a community leader and public speaker, she has exceled in managing multidisciplinary teams and enhancing program quality. Their expertise in treating co-occurring disorders, deep understanding of mental health complexities, and commitment to continuous education make them invaluable in clinical supervision.