John Tuomela, Counselor

• Bachelor’s Degrees: Social Work and Psychology, Michigan State University

• Graduate work in Clinical Social Work

• Certified Addictions Counselor, State of Michigan

• Licensed Social Worker, State of Michigan

John has been a Case Manager in the field of Substance Abuse Services for 20 years. He had a fascinating opportunity to do relapse prevention research at the university level and has carried this knowledge into his current practice. John’s focus has been in the provision of services to adult males and to those with co-occurring diagnoses. However, he has also worked with children and families in community mental health. John’s commitment is to stay abreast of the latest developments in the field of addiction and rehabilitation in order to provide the most effective services to his clients.

John’s personal interests include his love of dogs, motorcycles, snowmobiles and camping. He has two grown children and two granddaughters with whom he enjoys spending time with camping, fishing and just plain hanging out.

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