I, James Spencer, have been counseling for 20+ years, working in a prison based therapeutic community as well as providing counseling services in society. I have experience in individual counseling, moderating groups and instructing didactic classes to assist clients in recognizing their need for lifestyle change. I retired from the Missouri Department of Corrections as a Lieutenant and have experience in crisis intervention and de-escalation of hostile clients.
I hold the following credentials: Certified Reciprocal Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CRADC), Qualified Substance Abuse Professional (Q SAP), Certified Criminal Justice Addictions Professional (CCJP), Batterer Intervention Professional (BIP), Certified Compulsive Gambling Counselor (CCGC), SATOP Qualified Professional (SQP).
About Me
I have been married to the love of my life, Laura, for 50+ years and have three children and 9 grandchildren. My wife and I enjoy doing destinations unknown. One of our favorite vacation spots was going to see the lighthouses in Maine.
Favorite quote:
You are not discouraged
Unless the situation you face
Seems bigger than the GOD you serve
HOW BIG IS YOUR GOD?
P.L. Liddell
Life Goal:
To put GOD first, to be an honorable husband, father, grandfather and man, that makes a difference to others.