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Addiction Treatment Team at Genesis House - Counselors
Stephen Adams, LCSW, CAP - Clinical Director

Stephen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Addiction Professional, and graduate from Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Florida. He has a Masters Degree in Social Work, Bachelors Degree in Social Work, and BA in Criminal Justice. Stephen brings a very strong clinical background to Genesis House. He puts a strong emphasis on reality therapy, anger management, cognitive behavioral therapy, and empowering clients through solution-focused modalities. He also has extensive training in psychopathology which generally occurs simultaneously with substance dependence disorders. As a licensed clinical social worker, Stephen also works very closely with the family system which is an intricate part of the recovery process.

Phone - 561.296.4100
Robert Hooper BS CAP - Therapist

Robert has a BA in Sociology. He is from New Jersey where he developed an extensive background working with a dual diagnosed population. Robert also brings to the Genesis House Agency extensive training in behavior modification and anxiety management. He has strong Christian roots and theological studies to enhance the development necessary to address the emotional and spiritual deprivation synonymous with addiction. Robert incorporates a special emphasis in the area of adult children of alcoholics. He also has a background in low- elements ropes course training. He also incorporates Adventure Based Counseling which is designed to promote personal development through therapeutic group activities.

Phone - 561.296.4100
Vanessa Haugh, MSW, BSW - Therapist

Vanessa has a Masters Degree in Social Work from Barry University in Miami, FL and a Bachelors Degree in Social Work from Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, FL. Vanessa has many years experience in the addiction field and is clinically trained in evidence-based therapeutic intervention techniques. Vanessa utilizes both solution-focused therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy approaches, operating from a strengths-based perspective. Vanessa has extensive knowledge of the 12-Step recovery program and also specializes in co-occ urring disorders, such as eating disorders and dual diagnosis individuals.

Phone - 561.296.4100
Natasha Hazen-Valvo, MSW - Therapist

Natasha has her Masters Degree in Social Work from Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, FL and is currently working on her licensure. Natasha's therapeutic approaches include CBT, Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy to enable her clients to maximize and benefit the most, during this healing process. Natasha has fifteen years of personal and professional experience in the substance abuse field that helps to facilitate client's social rehabilitation and family reunification. Natasha's ethical and extensive training helps to assist clients in developing self awareness, accountability, appropriate coping skills, daily life skills, and effective decision making skills.

Phone - 561.296.4100
Laura Matheisen RN

Laura is a Registered Nurse, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Sex Therapist and Hypno Therapist. Her primary duties for Genesis is Utilization Review, insurance verification and quality assurance. Laura also does counseling due to her vast experience and knowledge in addiction and mental health treatment field. Laura works closely with the agencies doctors and handles initial medical histories on new incoming patients to Genesis House.

Karen Gauci, M.P.H., R.D., L.D. - Nutritionist

Karen M. Gauci is a registered and licensed Dietitian and Nutritionist with a Master's Degree in Public Health and is currently in private practice in Boca Raton, Florida. SHe is the owner and president of the 2001 Nutrition Services, Inc., a company with the philosophy of providing education, teaching and counseling in all areas related to nutrition: substance abuse, psychiatric disorders, weight management, chronic disease risk reduction, health promotion and wellness, sports nutrition, pediatrics, eating disorders, and local and national presentations.

JoAnn Warren - Yoga Instructor

Jo Ann Warren is a Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher and also a Licensed Massage Therapist. Jo Ann has been teaching Iyengar Yoga for 18 years. Her teaching is kind, clear and compassionate,following the teaching of Guruji BKS Iyengar. If you need more information about Jo Ann, her web address is www.joannwarrenyoga.com. Namaste.

Thomas Jordan MD - Psychological Services

Dr. Thomas E. Jordan, Jr. is an Ivy League trained Psychiatrist who holds medical degrees from the University of Florida and the UniversitŽ de Toulouse, France and a Master of Public Health degree from the University of Michigan. He trained in Psychiatry and Child Psychiatry at Brown University and Harvard University. He is board certified in Psychiatry, Forensic Psychiatry, and Administrative Psychiatry with certifications as a Medical Review Officer for drug testing and buprenorphine opiate detoxification. Dr. Jordan has over 25 years professional experience in general, adolescent and child psychiatry, alcohol and substance abuse treatment, and eating disorders. He served many years as the Clinical Director for the largest psychiatric hospitals in Michigan. Dr. Jordan is a Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association.