May 2013 Present Andy Martin, LPC, LLC (Private Practice)

Andy Martin, M.S. ______Licensed Professional Counselor Master Addiction Counselor Substance Abuse Professional

May 2013 – Present Andy Martin, LPC, LLC (Private Practice)

1713 Dawson Rd., Albany, GA 31707 and 420-5 W. Jackson Street, Thomasville, GA 31792

 Specializing in addiction counseling and general psychotherapy for individuals, groups, and couples  REACH EAP & Workplace Solutions provider for City of Albany; Water, Gas, & Light; and Dougherty County  Administrator and provider of EAP services for City of Leesburg, GA  Preferred addiction aftercare provider for Georgia Pharmacy Board, Nursing Board, and Medical Board

May 2006 – May 2013 Licensed Professional Counselor, Master Addiction Counselor

Insight Psychotherapy & Assessment Services, Albany, GA

 Individual and group counseling for mental health and/or substance abuse  Evaluator and treatment provider of Substance Abuse for Lee County Municipal and Probate Courts  Treatment provider for Sexual Offender Treatment Program  Approved provider of addiction recovery services for Georgia Medical Board, Georgia Board of Pharmacy, Georgia Board of Nursing, and Georgia Bar Association  Sole therapeutic resource for the Liberty House – Albany’s domestic violence shelter  Psychometrician for disability, forensic, and custody evaluations

July 2004- May 2006 Professional Counselor /Program Manager, Adult Day Services

Advantage Behavioral Health Systems, Athens, GA

 Oversight of all groups/activities offering social skills training  Supervised clinical staff in addressing the needs of adults with chronic and persistent mental illness and addictive disease  Developed and implemented a program-wide clinical approach emphasizing social skills, working skills, empowerment/self-advocacy skills, living skills, and learning skills  Served on Special Needs committee that discussed interventions best suited to clients with frequent problems in daily living skills

Oct 2000-July 2004 Lead Psychotherapist: Morgan, Oconee, Greene County Clinics Andy Martin 2

Advantage Behavioral Health Systems, Athens, GA

 Provided individual/group psychotherapy and clinical assessment for clients of three different clinics scoring an average documentation audit of 94 out of 100 over the course of four years with an average caseload of 150 clients  Provided one on one substance abuse counseling for individuals with substance abuse and dual diagnoses  Mentioned by name in annual satisfaction surveys when clients were asked what they liked about coming to clinic  Consulted with emergency room physicians after completing emergency room crisis assessments and determined safe, least restrictive treatment environment for patients  Designed and initiated an anger management program, marketed to local judges and social service organizations  Utilized an outcome based cognitive-behavioral therapy easily understood by clients focusing on the relationships of thoughts, feelings, actions  Served as a role model for other co-workers in developing service plans on software programs; service plans were consistently approved by managed health organizations

1996-2000 Graduate Studies, Valdosta State University, Valdosta GA  Outstanding Clinical/Counseling Psychology Graduate Student Award, 2000  Graduate Assistant for Group Therapy Training

Southwestern State Hospital, Intern, Thomasville, GA 1999-2000  Assisted in completing forensic psychology evaluations/assessments to determine competency to stand trial in an inpatient setting  Provided individual psychotherapy and developed behavior modification plans for patients with special needs

Gateway Dual Diagnosis Program, Intern, Thomasville, GA 1999-2000  Provided group and individual therapy, assessment and psycho-education for adults with co-occurring mental disorders and addictive diseases

1989.1995 Music Educator, Bremen City Schools, Bremen, GA  Taught classes and administrated instrumental music program

EDUCATION

M.S. Clinical/Counseling Psychology, Valdosta State University, Valdosta, GA,

Bachelor of Music Education, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL

PRESENTATIONS

Martin, A. (2016). Getting along with family during the holidays. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, November 22, 2016.

Martin, A. (2016). Parental anxiety when children are returning to school. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, August 2, 2016.

Martin, A. (2015). Etiology and signs violence in the workplace. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, December 8, 2015. Andy Martin 3

Martin, A. (2015). Addiction recovery and treatment. How to be a more effective supervisor. Transformations: WUTU Community Radio Show, Albany, GA, September 4, 2015.

Martin, A. (2015). How to be a more effective supervisor. City of Albany, Dougherty County, Albany Water Gas, & Light, Albany, GA, May 20, 2015.

Martin, A. (2015). High suicide rates among teachers and farmers: A guide for early detection. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, March 31, 2015.

Martin, A. (2015). Is there a right time for parents to stop paying for their children’s needs? WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, February 18, 2015.

Martin, A. (2015). Why do people have dreams? WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, February 12, 2015.

Martin, A. (2015). When is a broken heart clinically significant? WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, January 29, 2015.

Martin, A. (2014). How to manage family dynamics: A fundamental guide. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, November 26, 2014.

Martin, A. (2014). Addiction occurring in family systems: An approach for management. WALB News 10, Albany, GA, November 18, 2014.

Martin, A. (2014). Group psychoeducation for individuals affected by addiction. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, October 15, 2014.

Martin, A. (2014). Effectively managing co-occurring substance use disorders and major depressive disorder. The Albany Herald, Albany, GA, August 20, 2014.

Martin, A. (2014). Ethical and clinical issues when evaluating individuals for competency to stand trial. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, May 28, 2014.

Martin, A. (2013). The relationship between the holiday season and depression. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, December 24, 2013.

Martin, A. (2013). Signs of Bullying in School Children. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, August 9, 2013.

Martin, A. (2013). The use of recreational activities to augment career choices and manage stress. WALB News 10, Albany, GA, July 7, 2013.

Martin, A. (2013). The relationship between popular media and stress management. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, May 21, 2013.

Martin, A. (2013). Stress management for high school graduates. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, May 10, 2013.

Martin, A. (2013). How to manage stress. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, April 26, 2013.

Martin, A. (2013). Seasonal Affective Disorder. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, February 15, 2013. Andy Martin 4

Martin, A. (2013). Definition and treatment for binge alcohol use. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, January 9, 2013.

Martin, A. (2012). Realistic goals and expectations for New Year’s Resolutions. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, December 29, 2012.

Martin, A. (2012). The Relationship Between Depression and Diabetes. Presented to Diabetes Support Group at Phoebe Hospital, North, Albany, GA, July 31, 2012.

Martin, A. (2012). The Risks of Social Media to Young Teens. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, June 4, 2012.

Martin, A. (2012). The Dynamics of Relationships for Young People with Addiction - Presented at Georgia Conference for Young People in Alcoholics Anonymous, Albany, GA, June 2, 2012.

Martin, A. (2012). The roles of love and acceptance in psychological and physiological health. WALB News 10, Albany, GA, Feb. 16, 2012.

Martin, A. (2011). The relationship between marrying young and high divorce rates. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, Oct. 12, 2011.

Martin, A. (2011). The Impact of Substance Abuse on Children & Families – Presented to Dougherty County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for Foster Children, Albany, GA, 10-31-11, 4-5-12, 10-25-12, 3-14-13, 8-1-13, 2-6-14, 6-17-14, 10-2-14, 2-12-15, 7-16-15.

Martin, A. (2011). Obsessive compulsive patterns found in social website usage. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, July 26, 2011.

Martin, A. (2011). What is intelligence and how is it measured?. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, July 13, 2011.

Martin, A. (2011). The roles of confidence and body language in the job interview. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, May 18, 2011.

Martin, A. (2011). The use of profanity in expressing feelings. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, May 10, 2011.

Martin, A. (2011). How younger drug users think. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, Apr. 6, 2011.

Martin, A. (2011). Co-occurring bipolar disorder and addiction. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, Mar. 1, 2011.

Martin, A. (2011). Avoiding withdrawal and other motivating factors in obtaining illegal drugs. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, Feb. 4, 2011.

Martin, A. (2010). The two sides of addiction: Brain and environment. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, Nov. 16, 2010.

Martin, A. (2009). Nicotine Addiction. WALB News 10, Albany, GA, Nov. 16, 2009.

Martin, A. (2009). Cultural Diversity in the Workplace. Presented to Dougherty County Public Works Division, Albany GA, June 2009 Andy Martin 5

Martin, A. (2009). Ecstasy’s long term effects on the brain. WALB News 10, Albany, GA, Feb. 3, 2009.

Martin, A. (2009). Cognitive-Behavioral Strategies for Maintenance of Target Weight and Diet for Lap-Band Procedure Patients. Presented to Patients at the Palmyra Surgical Bariatric Center, Albany, GA, January 2009

Martin, A. (2008). Child care and stress management during tough economic times. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, Oct. 9, 2008.

Martin, A. (2008). Why do children bring guns to school? WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, Oct. 9, 2008.

Martin, A. (2008). Factors to consider in the appropriate use of corporal punishment. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, July 22, 2008.

Martin, A. (2008). The effects of Sunday alcohol sales on the prevalence of addiction. WFXL Fox 31 News, Albany, GA, Mar. 14, 2008.

Martin, A. (2008). Managing ADHD: Strategies for Parents – Presented at Oak Tree Psychoeducational Center of the Dougherty County School System, Albany, GA, February 2008

AWARDS

Excellence in Management Award – October 2005 Advantage Behavioral Health Systems

Outstanding Employee Award – August 2005 Advantage Behavioral Health Systems

LICENSURE

Licensed Professional Counselor, State of Georgia, Lic. #4011 Master Addiction Counselor (MAC), National Assoc. of Alcoholism & Drug Abuse Counselors DOT Certified, Substance Abuse Professional (SAP)

SPECIALIZED TRAINING

Recovery from Addictions: Exploring the Impact of Childhood Sexual Abuse, Attachment Styles and Spirituality 5-7-16 Trauma and Disasters 5-7-16

Treating Complex Trauma: Tools & Interventions That Work 5-7-16 Mindfulness-Based Biofeedback for Pain Management 5-6-16 The Neurobiology of the Disease of Addiction 5-6-16 The Past, Present, and Future of Clinical Psychotherapy 5-5-16 Working With the Addicted Family 5-5-16 Psychopharmacology for People with Addiction 5-9-15 A Cross-Sectional Study of Drug Treatment Courts in Georgia 5-9-15 Ethics for the Community- Based Counselor 5-9-15 Addictions: A Focus on Problematic Gaming 5-9-15 Andy Martin 6

Deep Change in Couples Therapy 5-8-15 Internet-Related Addiction: Porn, Games, Facebook, and More 5-7-15 Positive Ethics: Changing Focus through Six Ethical Principles 5-7-15 Ethical Decision Making in 2014: New Challenges for Clinicians 6-13-14 Partners of Sex Addicts: Co-Addiction or Trauma 5-8-14 Strategies to Engage the Armed Forces with Substance Use Disorders 5-8-14 Top Ten Ethical Issues for Professional Counselors 5-8-14 Drug Use Trends in Georgia 5-9-14 Partner Violence: Are You Accessing for It? 5-10-14 Body, Beauty, & Bravery: exploring Body Image & Eating 5-10-14 Happiness: How Positive Psychology Changes Our Lives 7-17-13 Treating the Hidden Wounds of Trauma: A Relational Approach 7-15-13 Substance Abuse Professional Training for DOT/SAP Evaluations 6-18-13 Trauma, PTSD, & Traumatic Grief: Effective Assessments and Immediate Interventions 9-17-12 Ethics in Psychotherapy 8-29-12 Psychopharmacology 2012:Child, Adolescent, and Adult Update 8-3-12

Getting to Know the Sexual Offender 3-7-2012 Pharmacological Treatment of Addictive Disorders 9-24-2011 The Anger Solution: The Proven Method for Achieving Calm & Developing Healthy Relationships 9-24-2011 Trauma, the Freeze Response and its Clinical Syndromes 9-24-2011 Overcoming Passivity & Becoming Compassionately Assertive 9-23-2011 The Neurochemistry of Binge Eating 9-23-2011 Strategies for Overcoming Resistance in Clients with Binge Eating Disorder & Emotional Overeating 9-23-2011 Neuroscience of Inner Child Therapy 9-23-2011 First Aid Kit for Counseling Parents on Child and Teen Tantrums 6-21-2011 Counseling and HIV/AIDS 4-4-2011 Georgia Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers Conference Aug.20-22, 2010 Psychopharmacology Overview 7-16-2010 Georgia DUI Clinical Evaluator Training 7-12-2010 The Ethics of Conflict of Interest 6-25-2010 Treating Sexual Addiction w/ Substance Dep. & Other Dual Dx 9-11-2009 DUI Intervention Training 8-14-09 PRIME Solutions Training June 22-23, 2009 Alcohol Use Disorders: Screening and Intervention 6-6-08 Prime for Life: Alcohol Risk Reduction Clinician Training May 8-9, 08 HIV-AIDS: Update on Basic Facts 5-1-08 Ethical Principles for Addiction Counselors 4-30-08 Dealing Effectively with Gangs 4-29-08 Cultural Competence in Behavioral Health Care 4-28-09 Advances in Management of ADHD in Children 3-13-08 Assessment and Treatment Issues for Eating Disorders 10-1-07 American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Placement Criteria for Substance Related Disorders 5-15-07 Understanding and Treating Sexual Addiction 2-9-07 Use of the Personality Assessment Inventory in Forensic and Correctional Settings 10-14-06 Becoming a Certified Anger Management Specialist 8-29, 30-06 Stopping Sexual Abuse at the Source – Promoting the Health and Wellbeing of Our Youth 4-23, 24, 25-06 Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment: A Research Based Guide 4-6-06 Silence Hurts – Alcohol Abuse and Violence Against Women 4-3-06 Environmental Strategies for Prevention – A Guide to Helping the Prevention Andy Martin 7

Professional Work Effectively in the Community 3-13-06 Prime for Life – Awareness of Alcohol Abuse and Dependence 3-9-06 Family Treatment of Addiction: Motivational Interviewing & Other evidenced Based Interventions 2-25-06 Building Community Through Diversity 6-7-05 Critical Incident Stress Management 8-2-05 Approaching Mental Health Advance Directives Using a 4-14-05 Wellness Recovery Action Plan Best Practices for Integrated Treatment & Program Development 12-8-04 Integrated Treatment Through Cohesive Assessment and Treatment Planning 9-30-03 Ethics and Legal Aspects of Behavioral Health 8-29-03 Coaching for a Change 5-2-03 Understanding and Practicing Professional Ethics 9-20-02 Diagnosis and Treatment of Mental Disorders DSM-IV & DSM-IV T.R. 9-20-02 Bridging the Gap Between Brain and Behavior 7-17-02 Effective Interventions in Behavioral Health 6-27-02 Psychiatric Diagnosis and the Clinical Treatment of 5-30-02 Gay, Lesbian & Bisexual Clients Personality Disorders in Social Work & Health Care 8-16-01

AFFILIATIONS

Clinical Member, American Counseling Association (ACA) Clinical Member, International Association of Addictions and Offender Counselors (IAAOC) Clinical Member, Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia (LPCA) Clinical Member, National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Counselors (NAADAC) Clinical Member, Georgia Addiction Counselors Association (GACA)

REFERENCES

Amy G. Boney, MSW Director, Lighthouse CAC P.O. Box 732 Americus, GA 31709 (229) 931-4486

Elizabeth Bonet, LCSW, CEAP EAP Consultants, Account Manager 1850 Parkway Place, Suite 700 Marietta, GA 30067 (678) 569-2370

Cathy Carson, RN, NCAC II Professional Healthcare Worker/RN Aspire Behavioral Health 601 11th Ave. Albany, GA 31701