Nicholas Valdes, APC, NCC, CAADC
Nicholas Valdes, APC, NCC, CAADC
Substance Abuse Counselor- Cumming
Bio
Nick was born and raised in Terrebonne Parrish Louisiana, and relocated to North Georgia over a decade ago to start a family. Nick currently resides in Cumming, GA with his wife, their son, 3 dogs, a cat, and other small creatures. He received his undergraduate degree studying behavior at Troy University, and then earning a Master’s in rehabilitation counseling through The University of Alabama. Through systematic reconditioning and healthy community involvement, true behavioral change is happening every day. People can find growth and empowerment through resilience in overcoming various obstacles and adversities. Nick spent 2 years working in residential treatment before transitioning to partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programming. His career goals include further development of experiential activities, trauma-focused treatment, and leadership training skills. While spending time with family, he enjoys everything outdoors from sports to camping to anything on Lake Lanier.
Education
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Masters- Rehabilitation Counseling University of Alabama - Graduate School
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Undergraduate Degree- Behavior Troy University - University