Dr. Emily R. Thornton, PhD, LCADC

Dr. Emily R. Thornton is a licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor with over 15 years of experience. Holding a PhD in Clinical Psychology, she specializes in adolescent addiction and trauma-informed care, contributing to research and education in the field.


By Dr. Emily R. Thornton, PhD, LCADC:
Top Substance Abuse Counseling Degrees for Veterans & Military Spouses 2025
Every Substance Abuse Counseling Degree at Every Level, All in One Place
Which Careers Are Best for Highly Empathetic People?
Steps to Earning Substance Abuse Counselor Certification in Wyoming
Certification vs Licensure for Substance Abuse Counselors: What You Need to Know
How Much Do Substance Abuse Counselors Make?
What Is a Substance Abuse Counselor?
A Guide to Substance Abuse Counselor Job Responsibilities
Qualifications to Be a Substance Abuse Counselor
FAQs About Becoming and Being a Substance Abuse Counselor
Steps to Earning Substance Abuse Counselor Certification in Wisconsin
Addiction Counselor Continuing Education Resources to Keep Your License Current and Your Skills Sharp
How To Get Training in Polysubstance Abuse: The Hidden Trend Within the Opioid Epidemic 
How to Become a Substance Abuse Counselor in North Carolina
Steps to Earning Substance Abuse Counselor Certification in Minnesota
Steps to Earning Substance Abuse Counselor Certification in Illinois
Steps to Earning Substance Abuse Counselor Certification in Rhode Island
How to Become a Substance Abuse Counselor in Michigan
Steps to Earning Substance Abuse Counselor Certification in Pennsylvania
How to Become a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) in Texas
Independent Substance Abuse Counselor: Career Profile and Licensure Requirements
Substance Abuse Counselor Degree: A Guide to Addiction Counselor Degrees at All Levels