Joe Devlin, MA, CAADC, is a respected behavioral health expert with more than 20 years of experience in the specialty of Drug and Alcohol Recovery and Treatment. His passion lies in helping families restore their lives by repairing the harm that has been caused by a substance abuse disorder. Joe also thrives on empowering those afflicted by an addiction to achieve sobriety and live fulfilling lives. His professional experience includes: clinical director, interventionist, professor, facility director, addiction counselor, counseling supervisor, case manager, care manager, treatment facilities auditor, steward of county and state funding for treatment facilities, utilization reviewer, licensed trainer and family group decision making facilitator. His book “ A Step Out of Darkness: How to Help Someone Enter Addiction Treatment and Walk With Them Through Recovery” was the number one selling crisis management book on Amazon for three months. He also speaks to groups and sees people privately who are interested in the road to recovery. Joe has extensive training and experience in trauma-informed care and restorative practices. He received his master’s degree from The International Institute for Restorative Practices. He not only has professional experience but he also walks his own path of sobriety.