Patricia Shaver
Founder
Patricia, a Master’s Degree holder in Criminal Justice and a Certified Addiction Specialist, Paralegal, and the CEO of a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the reentry of formerly incarcerated individuals, possesses extensive experience working closely with defendants, court personnel, judges, and judicial agencies. Throughout her career, she has conducted numerous interviews and substance abuse assessments.
Her core competencies encompass:
- - Mediation
- - DOC Training Classes
- - Court Testimony
- - Criminal Thinking
- - Criminogenic Needs
- - Motivational Interviewing
- - Client Record Management
- - Group Counseling Skills
- - Cognitive Behavioral Techniques
- - Investigations
- - Domestic Violence, Trauma, and Abuse
- - Interlock Enhancement Counseling
Patricia possesses extensive expertise in curriculum design, training, and instructional methods, with a specialization in both individual and group instruction. Her background in counseling clients through dependency recovery, life adjustments, and personal transformation is noteworthy. Additionally, she has dedicated 20 years to working with ex-offenders and offenders released from prison who grapple with substance abuse issues.
Patricia’s commitment to community service is evident in her extensive education, licensure, and leadership roles on various boards. These positions have empowered her to make a significant impact in her community.
Notable roles include:
- - Aurora Armed Forces Treatment Court Program
- - Commissioner at the Office of Judicial Performance Evaluation
- - Director at Cunningham Fire Protection District
- - Director at South Metro Fire Rescue
- - Certified Addictions Specialist III
- - Commercial Driving School Instructor
- - Substance Use Disorder Treatment Provider
Patricia’s unwavering dedication to her work and community continues to guide her efforts in supporting individuals in their recovery and reintegration.