Expertise:
Substance abuse counseling; Music; Music industry
Hobbies/Sports:
Writing poetry; Traveling; Practicing yoga
Education Degrees:
Bachelor's Degree in Music
Charity:
KCET; Volunteer, St. Andrew's Abbey, Valyermo, CA; Musician, Various Benefits for Charitable Causes
Number Of Years In Profession:
20
Number Of Years In Current Position:
20
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his perseverance and willingness to go to any height to make a positive difference in the lives of others, especially fellow musicians suffering from substance abuse issues.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession after spending many years in the music industry and witnessing many people suffer and die from substance abuse issues. He decided to become a professional counselor in order to make a bigger difference in the lives of those who suffer.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Ormsby is a performing arts coordinator at Warm Springs Rehabilitation Center. In July 2011, he will join Acton Rehabilitation Center, one of the world's oldest recovery centers. A master of the guitar, bass, piano, harmonica and drums, Mr. Ormsby plays the blues, rock, jazz and everything in between. He has performed with Antonio Carlos Jobim, Charlie Wilson of the Gap Band, John Thomas of Bruce Hornsby and the Range, and Tracy Chapman. His music career spans almost 20 years.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Working closely with the musician assistance program, MusiCares
Education Certifications:
Registered Addiction Specialist, Breining Institute
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Ormsby hopes to build substance abuse treatment centers in countries such as Brazil and Thailand. These centers will be called, "Health, Oneness, Mind, Energy," and abbreviated by the acronym, "HOME."