Since 2009 TJ has worked directly in the Mental Health and Substance Use space. Currently he operates Howard Consulting Services, a Mental Health Program operational firm. Before starting his consulting firm TJ was the Sr. Vice President of Provider Relationships at MAP Health Management. Prior to that, TJ held positions in treatment as a Tech, Counselor, Case Manager, Admissions Specialist, Director of Admissions, and multiple Corporate Director roles including Corporate Director of Managerial Policy and Procedures (Executive Operations). He has performed interventions, safe client transports, and has an extended history being a resource on addiction and helping those in need. TJ holds a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, a Criminalistics Certificate, and did post-grad work in Biology at the University of North Texas. TJ is a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor in Texas, a Certified Addiction Professional in Florida, and an Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor.