| Southeast Addiction Institute and Learning Center 704.561.0920 |
| Thomas Austin CSAC, CCS Thomas is the owner and Executive Director of Southeast Addiction Institute and Learning Center (SAIL). Thomas has worked in the Substance Abuse field for over 16 years. He has 13 years experience working with the Criminal Justice population and over 10 years experience working with Drug Treatment Courts. Through his direction, SAIL has been one of the leading forces in changing the standards of substance abuse treatment, particularly in the Treatment of those with Dual Disorders (Substance abuse and mental illness). Additionally, Thomas provides supervision and consultation in the field of Addiction. He specializes in working with resistant clients as well as those with personality disorders. Trainings provided by Mr. Austin include; the Disease of Addiction, Motivational Interviewing, Brain Chemistry of Addiction, Treatment with Young Adults. |
| SAIL 5601 Executive Center Dr. Suite 101 Charlotte, NC 28212 Directions 704.561.0920 fax: 704.561.0851 Contact Us |
| All Calls Completely Confidential |
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| Professional Trainings Offered |
| Please Call to schedule a training for your agency. Both Mr. Austin and Ms. Quick have been approved through the NC Substance Abuse Professional Board to provide Continuing Education Hours to Professionals. |
| Melissa Quick D.Min., LPC, CCS, LCAS Melissa Quick has been in the field of substance abuse /mental health for over 16 years. She received her bachelor's degree from Wingate University in Religious Studies and her master's degree from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in Theological Studies with an emphasis in counseling. Melissa continued her studies receiving a doctorate in ministry. She is a License Professional Counselor, a Certified Clinical Supervisor, and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor. Melissa is active in the community by serving as co-chair on the Mecklenburg County Substance Abuse Best Practices Committee. She is a part of the Executive Committee of the Mecklenburg County Provider's Council, and has been a part of many focus groups serving on several community advocate committees. Melissa is a also a professional trainer teaching workshops focusing on substance abuse and mental health issues. Her passion surrounds the neurobiology of addiction and the spiritual aspects of mental illness and addiction. She has taught at local colleges as well. Teaching is her main passion in the field with importance being placed on reducing stigma and moral judgment around mental illness and substance abuse. |
