Leona Francis

Leona Francis is a skilled Substance Abuse Counselor currently employed at Health Care Resource Centers since January 2023. With a background in counseling and case management acquired at Carlson Recovery Center from January 2018 to September 2019, Leona has experience in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments, and facilitating therapy groups. Previous roles include Brand Ambassador positions at Allan S. Goodman and Connecticut Services and Staffing, where responsibilities involved supervising promotions and coordinating events to enhance brand visibility. Leona's early career included internships with the Hartford Police Department and Connecticut State Police, gaining practical experience in law enforcement tasks. Educational credentials include a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling/Substance Abuse Counseling and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Bay Path University, along with earlier studies in Criminal Justice at Manchester Community College and University of New Haven.