Leslie Williams, LMHC, MS, CCTP, CSTS

Leslie Williams, LMHC, MS, CCTP, CSTS, NCC, C-CP, QS, serves as the Chief Clinical Officer at Beach House Center for Recovery, a nationally recognized provider of behavioral health treatment. With a deep commitment to quality care and a compassionate staff, Leslie plays a vital role in ensuring innovative and comprehensive treatment for patients.

Boasting over 14 years of experience in the behavioral health field, Leslie possesses a wealth of expertise in psychotherapy, clinical management, and mental health counseling. Her educational background includes a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling, equipping her with the necessary knowledge and skills to make a lasting impact. Throughout her career, Leslie has held various roles such as Clinical Director, Primary Therapist, Group Facilitator, BHT Supervisor, Case Manager, Clinical Support, and Clinical Supervisor. She is well-versed in conducting psychometric testing, providing comprehensive assessments for addiction, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other common stressors faced by individuals, families, and groups.

In her capacity as Chief Clinical Officer, Leslie assumes responsibility for overseeing the delivery of patient care and the daily operations of the program. She ensures thorough reviews of research and testing for each individual patient, enabling the treatment team to develop a well-informed conceptualization and plan of treatment. Leslie's dedication extends to working with veterans and first responders, a cause close to her heart due to the presence of many veterans in her own family.

As a native of Florida and with 15 years of sobriety under her belt, Leslie finds inspiration in the words of Eleanor Roosevelt: "You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You must do the thing you think you cannot do." Drawing from this wisdom, Leslie motivates the Beach House team to approach patients with empathy and compassion, while challenging them to confront the addictive patterns of behavior and thinking that hinder long-term sobriety.

Leslie Williams's leadership as the Chief Clinical Officer at Beach House Center for Recovery is instrumental in fostering an environment of healing and growth. With her extensive clinical knowledge, compassionate approach, and personal experience with addiction, she remains dedicated to empowering individuals on their journey to lasting recovery.