About the Founder of RPS Care

Mental Health Care Management

Patricia Adlerman, MSW, LCSW Founder and CEO

Patricia has been in the field of behavioral health care for over thirty (30) years and is a licensed and board-certified psychotherapist and social worker in both North Carolina and Florida.

Patricia received her BA in sociology and communications from Tulane University and MSW from Barry University and obtained post-graduate training from Georgia State University, University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital with additional training in Europe and Asia.

Patricia is an insightful and caring clinician who provides a holistic, integrated approach to aid in the healing of behavioral health disorders. Her experience and training include work with some of the leading providers, professionals, corporate health care organizations, and academic institutions in the country and abroad.

Her clinical and administrative experience includes in-depth education and practice in mental health, substance abuse, mood, thought and eating disorders and trauma. Patricia was among the first providers to create a national placement service for behavioral health care in 2004.

She assists families to navigate the process of placing their loved ones in the appropriate treatment and make informed decisions regarding treatment options.

Patricia has served as an expert legal witness and has developed numerous alternative sentencing plans for trauma and substance abuse cases throughout the United States.
Patricia is a member of the following professional organizations:

  • National Association of Social Workers
  • National Association of Women Business Owners
  • International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals
  • Certified Equine Psychotherapist EAGLA.
  • Certified Integrative Medicine Mental Health Provider

Testimonials

Karen Ann Taylor, CASAC

Associate Director (Ret.)
Verizon-EAP Program
Verizon Wireless

"FINALLY... A service that will support me as well as an employee and their family members. RPS Care is providing timely assessments, appropriate placements and vigilant follow-up during the most significant time of the recovery process. I personally am extremely grateful for the important work RPS Care is doing."

Doug Tieman

President/CEO
Caron Treatment Centers

"The Caron Foundation believes that the first year of recovery is critical for long-term sobriety and mental health. Having the pro-active therapeutic involvement of a professional clinician like Patricia Adlerman and the RPS Care is an effective way to enhance the likelihood of recovery."

Adrienne Ressler, M.A., C.S.W., C.E.D.S.

Vice President of Professional Development
Renfrew Centers

"Patricia Adlerman MSW, LCSW, has been a professional colleague for over 20 years. She brings rare insight and sensitivity to the world of addictions. Ms. Adlerman has researched the addictions community thoroughly. She has had personal contact through site visits as well as gathering information from conferences and her network of professionals across the country. RPS Care is a tremendous support for clients and families alike."

Tony Bird, MD

General and Addiction Psychiatry
Asheville, NC

"I have collaborated with Patricia a number of times over the last 10+ years. She is an experienced clinician and forms good relationships with her clients and their family members. When I have had patients in need of residential treatment, Patricia has been able to make solid recommendations, tailored to the patient's specific needs. I would recommend her services without reservation."

Meet the RPS Care Team

Mental Health Care Management

Dr. Michael Weiner
PH.D, MCAP

Michael Weiner, PH. D, MCAP received his PHD from the State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1970.
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He has been in the field of behavioral health care for over 35 years. Dr. Weiner has held faculty positions at the University of North Carolina and the Rochester Institute of technology. He has developed programs for leading residential programs in Palm Beach County, Florida.

He has created a model that focuses upon lifespan recovery management: a cognitive behavioral approach to recovery supported by the principles of smart recovery. Dr Weiner believes in empowerment and choice when working with addictions or mental health disorders.

Dr Weiner continues to present at conferences and publishes in numerous professional journals.

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Mental Health Care Management

Donald Roberts
BSW

Ben Roberts has been working in the addiction/mental health field for over 25 years. 
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A graduate of UNCC School of Social Work, Ben worked for Carolinas Healthcare Systems in Charlotte, NC in the capacity of Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) on the inpatient, detox and psychiatric units. He also facilitated dual diagnosis groups on the psychiatric unit. Currently Ben maintains the position as a recovery coach/companion and provides safe transport for RPS Care clients to and from treatment centers.

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Dr. Juan Harris
MBA, MS, MCAP

Dr. Harris brings over 20 years of expertise in substance dependency, mental health, gambling addiction, addiction prevention, treatment, and diagnosis to the RPS Care team.
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He has spent the last the last 15 years in executive leadership positions. He is a strong advocate for both research and prevention. His experience and innovations in addressing the older adult populations have built his reputation as a noted authority in the field of Addictions/behavioral health care. He remains one of the leading experts in addressing the complexity, diagnosis, and treatment of the baby boomers and older adult population. Dr. Harris is a popular media resource on aging, addiction, and co-occurring disorders.

Dr. Harris is a certified intervention professional. He has lectured at national symposiums and presented at the university level. He has held several advisory board positions and currently is a member of the Florida certification board.

Dr. Harris holds an MS in psychology from Florida Atlantic University and MS in Counseling/Psychology and an MBA from Palm Beach Atlantic University. He earned his doctorate in Divinity from Jacksonville Seminary institute. In addition, his certifications include MCAP, CPP, CMHP, CGAC, CET, ICADC, SAP, CIP, ICADC.

Currently, he resides in Palm Beach County, Florida.

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