Why Choose Richardson Training and Counselor Wellness
Why Choose Us
Char has over 30 years of experience working in the helping professions, primarily working with court-ordered clients. She has worked in a variety of treatment settings, and is a former law enforcement officer. She opened her own private practice in 2006, and today serves substance abuse, DUI, Project SAVE, domestic violence, anger management, and DOT return-to-duty clients. She also facilitates multiple treatment and education groups on a weekly basis, including Women’s Skills, Domestic Violence and Project SAVE.
Her organization has facilitated the Victim Impact Panel for Tazewell County. She has served as faculty for the IDOT sponsored DUI training, serving as a panel presenter regarding implementing Evidence-Based Practices with DUI offenders. She has served on DUI committees as a consultant with Peoria County Court services, reviewing guidelines for treatment providers.
Since 2010, Charisa (Char) Richardson has been a Certified Life Coach, becoming Board certified in 2016. She has created and presented dynamic and engaging programs for school leadership teams, NAWBO (National Association of Women Business Owners – Central Illinois Chapter) and Women in Leadership. Additionally, Charisa has created and facilitated the Women’s Leadership Institute for the Pekin Chamber of Commerce. She has provided leadership and team building workshops, including equine programs for local school staff.
She is ICB certified as a CADC, and is a qualified SAP. She also holds the following credentials: NCACII, CAS, CDVSIV and CAMSII. She is a Board-Certified Coach specializing in Relationships, Leadership and Business.Currently, in addition to her work with clients, Char provides Continuing Education trainings and counselor wellness programs. She also provides business coaching and mentoring to those starting their practice. She is a NAMA CDVS IV Authorized Supervisor, Trainer, and Anger Management Diplomate.
In her free time, she enjoys going on walks, yoga, and attending book club. You can often find her at a farmer’s market, spending time with family and friends, or reading a book on the couch with her dog, Lou.
Richardson Training & Counselor Wellness
A division of Richardson Counseling Center, LLC
112 Park Ridge Lane, Pekin, IL 61554
309.346.0898 | [email protected]