Expertise:
Ms. Desjardins' expertise is in treating people with addiction and harmful relationships and organizing workshops.
Major Product/SVS:
Counseling on Addiction and Harmful Relationships, Conducting Programs, Workshops and Seminars on Healthcare
Favorite Business Publication:
Shift; The Counselor
Hobbies/Sports:
Painting, Sculpting, Golfing
Education Degrees:
Associate Degree in Psychology, McGill University; Coursework in Liturgical Art, Paris-Sorbonne University
Affiliations Awards:
Chatsworth Pavilion, Montreal; Co-Founder, Pavilion Gilles Desjardins; Former Program Director, Pavillon International, NC
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The most gratifying aspects of her career are reshaping human lives and inspiring others to be true to themselves.
Charity:
Local Church; Higher Power Foundation; United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (Now United Nations Children's Fund)
Number Of Years In Profession:
34
Number Of Years In Current Position:
9
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her ability to develop a model of treatment that encompasses mind, body and spirit.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because of her personal experience with addiction and recovery.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Desjardins is also an accomplished artist and has created the stained glass windows in the Catholic chapel of the John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York.
Education Certifications:
Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist