Since 2008, Veronica has dedicated her career to the treatment of substance use and mental health issues affecting individuals of all ages. As a native Miamian, she obtained her Bachelors’s in Psychology from FIU and her Masters in Clinical Social work from FIU. Veronica began her career in case management and counseling in 2008 and was formerly the clinical manager at Baptist Health Systems’ Addiction Treatment and Recovery Center.
Veronica believes that individuals have the innate ability to meet their ultimate potential when equipped with psychosocial support and life skills that can help them overcome their personal obstacles. She believes that providing psychoeducation to individuals and families regarding their diagnosis can lead to more successful outcomes. Her counseling style incorporates a strength-based approach, motivational enhancement therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy. Lastly, Veronica also believes that family participation and support are crucial to the recovery process.
