Lisa Holch, CADC, LCPC, CCTP

Lisa Holch, CADC, LCPC, CCTP has a diverse work experience in the field of counseling and behavioral health. Lisa currently works at CARF International as a Surveyor. Prior to this, Lisa served as the Vice President on the Board of Directors at NAMI KDK and also held the position of Co-President on the Board. Lisa's previous roles include Behavioral Health and Psychiatric Services Director at Kendall County Health Department, Mental Health/Substance Abuse Counselor at the same organization, and Rehabilitation Supervisor at Stepping Stones of Rockford. Lisa has also worked as a Case Manager/Counselor for CABHI and Community Homeless Integration Project (CHIP) at Renz Addiction Counseling Center, and as a Full-Time Woman's Counselor at the organization. Lisa volunteered as part of the Disaster Action Team at the American Red Cross and served as a Clinical Counseling Intern at Family Shelter Service. Lisa also worked as a Service and Support Advocate at DayOneNetwork and as a Crisis Worker at Resurrection Behavioral Health at ProCare. Lisa's early work experience includes the role of a Research Assistant at Aurora University.

Lisa Holch earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a minor in Communications from Aurora University, where they studied from 2005 to 2007. Lisa then pursued a Masters of Arts degree in Clinical Counseling, with a specialization in the Treatment of Addictions, from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, completing their studies from 2008 to 2010. Prior to their university education, Lisa attended Batavia High School. Lisa has furthered their professional qualifications and expertise by obtaining various certifications. Lisa is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, having received their license from IDFPR in March 2023. Lisa is also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, having obtained this certification from the International Association of Trauma Professionals in January 2019. Additionally, Lisa is a Certified AODA (Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse) Counselor, having obtained their certification from IAODAPCA in April 2021.