Samantha Machniak-Cedano, LCPC, CADC, is the clinical director for Footprints to Recovery’s Elgin treatment program in Illinois. Having joined Footprints to Recovery in 2022, she has risen from director of inpatient clinical services to take charge of the entire clinical team. Before her role at Footprints, Samantha worked with youth with developmental disabilities; women with eating disorders, trauma, and co-occurring disorders; and adults with substance use disorders. Samantha has over eight years of experience in behavioral health. Samantha earned a master’s degree in counseling and is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor (CADC).
Samantha entered the behavioral health field to fight the stigma of substance use disorders through education and providing support to not only those who struggle with drug and alcohol use, but their families as well. Building connections with people who feel they have lost all hope is what she finds most rewarding about this work.
My life completely changed when I walked through the doors of Royal. I am 1 year sober now and have big plans for my future. Royal gave me the tools I needed to become successful in my recovery. Thank you, Royal Life Centers!
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