Certification In Behavioral Health
Ben Brafman, Behavioral Health Consultant and addiction expert, is the CEO of the Academy for Addiction Professionals. At the Academy, we offer classes that lead to careers as an Addiction Professional, Addiction Counselor Specialist, Recovery Coach, CRSS (Certified Recovery Support Specialist), Recovery Specialist, and CBHT (Certified Behavioral Health Technician).
According to Ben, these certifications are essential—they ensure that professionals are properly trained, ethical, and equipped to manage the complexities of addiction and recovery. He emphasizes that in this field, where lives are at stake, proper certification isn’t optional—it’s vital for delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care.