Beyond Invisible Bars is a non-profit organization, scholarship-based Substance Use Disorder (SUD) counseling educational program. WE are committed to providing you with a zero-cost SUD educational experience. ONLY prospective students who meet our criteria for our scholarships are encouraged to apply.
At Beyond Invisible Bars, we aim to create a time and space where individuals with lived experiences utilize the vehicle of scholarships to cover the cost of SUD education. We strive to provide a zero-cost required SUD educational experience to give you the edge that you need to become a certified SUD Counselor.
Founded in 2024, Beyond Invisible Bars has been working tirelessly to assist in closing the extensive gap between the astronomical number of individuals suffering with substance use disorder and the inconceivable stortage of certified SUD counselors. We are grateful to be able to share our story of overcoming addiction.
Our team is made up of dedicated individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the world. From our volunteers to our board members, everyone at Beyond Invisible Bars is committed to our mission and to the underserved population we serve.
Our faith is grounded in the principles of spirituality and its overarching love for humanity. Our organization is about integrating the knowledge of SUD education with a person’s lived experiences to generate a greater understanding of value and purpose.
Learn how to protect confidential information, to treat others the way you want to be treated, and to respect individuals autonomy.
Become the SUD counselor who has an
ethical responsibility to engage in ongoing
personal growth and professional development.
Helping you create a solid understanding of how alcohol and other drugs became entrenched into
our society .
Collabrating with you to understand and examine the phsyiological effects and pharmacological properties of alcohol and other drugs on our
brain and body.
Delving into the legal aspects and ethical concerns you need to learn when working with clients with substance use disorders.
Learn how to apply a client-centered, coordinated approach to help individuals access and utilize necessary health, social, and treatment services to support their recovery and well-being.
Learn how to help individuals, groups, and families abstain from addictive substances and behaviors, while also assisting them in recovering from the detrimental effects of addiction on their lives.
Become competent in giving ongoing support and services proceeding formal treatment to help clients maintain sobriety and prevent relapse.
Explore various work placement settings
in the specialized field of
Substance Use Disorder Counseling.
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals of providing scholarships. Your generous donation will fund our mission.
Please reach us at beyondinvisiblebars@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Our services are available for individuals with lived experience who are facing financial hardship.
Beyond Invisible Bars offers the required 315-hours of Substance Use Disorder Counseling education with peer-driven support.
You can apply for Beyond Invisible Bars scholarships by filling out the online application form located at the top of this website.
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