Kathleen Dailey
CASE MANAGER
Helping clients navigate recovery through education, practical support, and a trauma-informed approach to care.
2+
Years in Behavioral Health
RADT
Registered Alcohol & Drug Technician
FOCUS
Substance Use Recovery & Trauma-Informed Care
About Kathleen
Kathleen is a Case Manager with nearly two years of experience in behavioral health, progressing from Behavioral Health Technician to Detox Technician and now Case Manager. Her experience has given her the opportunity to support individuals at different stages of the recovery process.
Kathleen’s commitment to this work is deeply personal. A member of Alcoholics Anonymous for 28 years, her own experiences with recovery and profound personal loss shaped her desire to advocate for people struggling with addiction, trauma, and emotional pain. Today, she is passionate about helping others recognize their value and build meaningful lives in recovery.
Treatment Approach
Kathleen takes a psychoeducational approach grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), helping clients better understand the connections between trauma, addiction, and substance use. She emphasizes education and curiosity, encouraging clients to better understand their experiences and explore those insights further with their therapists.
Education
Kathleen completed Addictions Counseling Studies through Health Staff Training Institute. She is a Registered Alcohol and Drug Technician (RADT) and is currently preparing to test for the Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) certification.
Areas of Focus
Outside the Office
Kathleen’s commitment to recovery extends beyond her professional role. With 28 years as a member of Alcoholics Anonymous, she believes deeply in making meaning from difficult experiences and using that perspective in service of others. She is passionate about advocating for people who may feel unheard or left behind and helping others recognize the value of their lives and the possibility of moving forward.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Our team is here to support you or your loved one on the path to healing and lasting recovery.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
ADDRESS
23712 Birtcher Drive,
Lake Forest, CA 92630
PHONE:
866-955-1607
EMAIL:
ADMISSIONS@12SOUTHRECOVERY.COM
