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Vernice Cooper, LMFT, MPA

Addiction Medicine and Recovery Clinician- Consultant
Urban Strategies Council
VALLEJO, California

Vernice Cooper is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, clinical supervisor, consultant, motivational speaker and podcast host dedicated to fostering mental wellness. Mrs. Cooper holds a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology, complemented by an additional Master's degree in Public Administration. This dual expertise equips her with a comprehensive understanding that seamlessly integrates psychological insights with a strategic understanding of organizational psychology, enriching her capacity to address complex issues and contribute meaningfully to both therapeutic and organizational spheres. As an accomplished and award-winning author, Mrs. Cooper is resolutely committed to utilizing her extensive education and diverse experiential background to propel individuals toward healing, wellness and recovery.

Mrs. Cooper's communication style transcends conventional boundaries, employing a clinical lens to dissect intricate psychological nuances, while seamlessly infusing elements of humor to facilitate accessibility and engagement. Her motivational endeavors extend beyond the mere dissemination of information about addiction, delving into the complex relationship between race and recovery.

Mrs. Cooper’s commitment lies in enhancing outcomes for People of Color grappling with Substance Use Disorders as she channels her expertise to elucidate the transformative power of resilience. As a clinician practicing in Addiction Medicine and Recovery Services at Kaiser Permenente, Mrs. Cooper understands the systemic and systematic barriers that contribute to drug overdose in marginalized communities.

With an unwavering commitment to professional excellence, Vernice Cooper's narrative serves as a testament to the synergy between her clinical expertise and her inherent capacity to inspire transformative change. Through the skillful incorporation of real-world examples and concise storytelling, she encourages workshop participants to contemplate the notion that addiction transcends categorization as either a disease or a choice; rather, it presents an opportunity for radical change.

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