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Kortni LaGrone is a hero for hurting hearts, a beacon of hope for those struggling with addiction, and an inspiration to all who aspire to make a difference in this world. Her commitment to making a positive impact on people's lives is nothing short of admirable, and she deserves all the recognition she can get for the invaluable work she does every day.
ABOUT
KORTNI LAGRONE -A Hero for Hurting Hearts
M
ichigan native Kortni LaGrone has made it her life's work to provide hope to those in pain. Kortni graduated from Georgia Southern University with a Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing/Industrial Management major with a concentration in Safety and Environmental Compliance. She is currently pursuing her Master's in Social Work at Walden University. Kortni has been providing substance-abuse treatment for nine years, making a positive impact in countless lives. She is a certified CADCII and a State of GA DBHDD certified Clinical Evaluator and Treatment Provider. Kortni is a DUI Instructor, Defensive Driving Instructor, Anger Management Specialist, and ASAM LEVEL 1 Prime Solutions Instructor. She has worked on an ACT Team (Assertive Community Treatment) for three years, servicing individuals with co-occurring disorders.
Currently, Kortni is a Recovery Counselor at Workit Health, a Virtual MAT Treatment Center, and the Treatment Provider for SAK DUI School & Treatment. She works with the Henry County DUI Court, giving her the opportunity to help people recover and turn their lives around. Kortni is also a proud mother to her beautiful daughter, Rian, who will be turning two in June. When she's not working, she enjoys walking trails, playing with Legos, chess, and spending time with family and friends. Kortni's vision for the future is to convert SAK into a CORE treatment provider, providing "hope to hurting people" in Henry County and South Atlanta. Her passion for helping others and her qualifications make her an exceptional candidate for this role.
