Education
Jamie Eater earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Central Florida in 1998. Since then, she has become a Master Addiction Counselor, Certified Intervention Specialist, Certified Trauma Therapist, and Certified Addiction Professional.
Experience
With over three decades of experience in mental health, addiction, and trauma, Jamie thrives on helping individuals and families find the best solutions for their unique situations. Jamie started her career in 1998 as a social worker at a dual diagnosis locked psychiatric hospital. She then progressed to roles such as clinical case manager at a dual diagnosis, addiction-focused residential program and Certified Trauma Therapist at a renowned residential trauma treatment program. After more than ten years in residential treatment, Jamie transitioned to support services, where she found her passion assisting families in finding the best help available for their loved ones.
Trainings
Jamie is trained in multiple intervention styles including the Crisis Model, Arise Invitational, Johnson Model, and Family Systems.
Approach
She customizes each approach based on the specific needs of each family. Jamie believes in meeting families and clients where they are in “real-time”, understanding that not all people need residential treatment and not all families need help with full intervention. Sometimes a little coaching and guidance are enough to help them find their way. Even when families are in crisis, Jamie takes the time to hear the whole story before making treatment recommendations. Jamie specializes in helping families find and hold their boundaries while supporting and encouraging their loved ones to make healthy life choices. She stays current with the residential treatment world to offer each family the best resources for their loved one. Her commitment to staying connected to the industry and focused on changes allows her to make the best recommendations for the families and individuals she works with.
Jamie is willing to travel.
Types of Intervention Performed:
Substance Use Disorders, Mental Health, Process Addictions, Eating Disorders
AIS Member:
2010
