Just Breathe Counseling, Consulting, and Coaching, PLLC

 The aim is to determine whether an individual's use of alcohol and/or drugs presents a concern. This assessment involves a comprehensive interview with the evaluator using the Addiction Severity Index (ASI). It covers seven key domains in the person's life: general information, medical history, employment and support systems, substance use, legal matters, family and social relationships, and psychiatric well-being. This evaluation enables us to collect data spanning the individual's lifetime, while also delving into their experiences over the 30 days leading up to the assessment. 

El objetivo es identificar si el consumo de alcohol y/o drogas de un individuo es un problema o no. Implica una entrevista entre el individuo y el evaluador utilizando el Índice de Severidad de la Adicción (ASI). Evaluaremos 7 áreas de la vida de la persona: información general, médica, empleo/apoyo, consumo de drogas y alcohol, legal, familiar/social y psiquiátrica. Podemos recopilar información de por vida y centrarnos en los 30 días anteriores a la evaluación.

 Safety-sensitive employees who receive a positive DOT-regulated alcohol or drug test result are mandated to undergo a substance abuse evaluation before they can resume safety-sensitive duties. It's essential that employees are promptly removed from their positions and promptly engage with a Qualified Substance Abuse Professional, adhering to the recommendations provided by the evaluator. These evaluations must be conducted by a Qualified Substance Abuse Professional in accordance with (49 CFR Part 40 Section 40.291).

At Just Breathe Counseling, Consulting, and Coaching, PLLC, our Qualified SAP has been delivering these crucial services since October 2006, ensuring that safety-sensitive employees receive the support and guidance they need to safely return to their duties.

Los empleados sensibles a la seguridad que tengan una prueba positiva de alcohol o drogas regulada por el DOT deben obtener una evaluación de abuso de sustancias antes de regresar a sus tareas sensibles a la seguridad. Los empleados DEBEN ser removidos inmediatamente de su puesto y buscar servicios de un profesional calificado en abuso de sustancias y seguir las recomendaciones proporcionadas por el evaluador. Estas evaluaciones deben ser completadas por un profesional calificado en abuso de sustancias que cumpla con (49 CFR Parte 40 Sección 40.291). El SAP calificado de Just Breathe Counseling, Consulting and Coaching, PLLC ha estado realizando estos servicios desde octubre de 2006.

We offer mentorship for qualified Substance Abuse Professionals seeking guidance and consultation regarding 49 CFR Part 40, the comprehensive regulations governing Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs. Mastering Subpart O, which focuses on Substance Abuse Professionals and the Return-to-Duty Process, is only the beginning.

Considering the intricate guidelines of six DOT agencies—the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), and the United States Coast Guard—keeping abreast of it all can be overwhelming for Substance Abuse Professionals. We provide assistance with practice forms, processes, and guidance on business and marketing development.

Our one-on-one mentoring sessions are both highly informative and interactive, tailored to address your specific requirements. Graciela Vela, a Qualified Substance Abuse Professional since October 2006, brings 17 years of expertise in the return-to-duty process, ensuring you receive comprehensive and personalized support.

 Are you a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) in Texas with aspirations of launching your own venture but uncertain about where to commence? Perhaps you're an LCDC already engaged in private practice, yet keen to secure licensing as a Chemical Dependency Treatment Facility (CDTF) for Adult OPT services with Texas Health and Human Services. Alternatively, you might be contemplating becoming a Clinical Training Institute (CTI) for LCDC Interns.

Our personalized one-on-one mentoring offers invaluable insights and a tailored approach to crafting a business plan that aligns with your unique needs. Graciela Vela's journey in the substance use field commenced in 2002. Throughout her career, she has provided preventative interventions for at-risk individuals and treatment services for those dealing with substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions. She has extensive experience in direct care services and has held upper management roles overseeing both state (Texas) and federally funded programs. Her deep understanding of state and federal regulations governing LCDCs, combined with her proficiency in Chapter 140, Chapter 448, and Texas Administrative Codes related to the treatment of substance use disorders, positions her as an invaluable resource.

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