NAFC-Certified Criminal Justice SpecialistDUI Solutions and Ascent Counseling & DUI Services was established in April 2003. Our intent is to assist all individuals who need specific services for a DUI arrest or any individual who desires help for other alcohol, drugs or other self-destructive behaviors interfering with their quality of life. Our professional staff has extensive experience in the field of counseling and working with all local agents who address these same issues.
Richard Mast, COO, CADC, NCAC II, CCJS
Chief Operations Officer with 25 years of experience in the treatment of various addictions. His experience is with adults as well as adolescents. Prior to entering the field of addictions he completed a Masters Level practicum at Proctor Hospital's Chemical Dependency Unit currently known as Illinois Institute of Addiction Recovery. He is currently a State Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), a Nationally Certified Addictions Counselor (NCAC II) and a Certified Criminal Justice Specialist (CCJS) through the American College of Forensic Counselors. Mr. Mast has vast experiences in all levels of treatment including: interventions, corporate training, EAP/SAP Programs, group/individual counseling, and public speaking.
Linda Howley-Skuby, LCSW, MSW, BS, CAADC
Graduated from the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois with degrees in social work. She later received her certification to work within the school system assisting children with learning needs and behavior difficulties. Ms. Howley-Skuby has specific training in a variety of mental health and addiction issues. She has vast experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families with both mental health and addiction issues. Ms. Howley-Skuby assisted in the development of the Family Program at BroMenn Hospital in Normal, Illinois which is now known as the Illinois Institute for Addiction Recovery. Her training and background for development of this program was provided by Hyland Center in St. Louis Missouri. She is dedicated in assisting individuals who are seeking to maximize their potential and gain more from their life experience.
Paul LeVeque, BS, CADC
Program Director in both Bloomington & Springfield offices. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at Illinois State University in Normal Illinois. Mr. LeVeque also maintains credentials in the State of Illinois as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC). He has over 15 years of experience working with substance abusers/addicts and their families. Mr. LeVeque specializes in assisting DUI clients who are attempting to regain their driving privileges and have been denied by the State of Illinois the right to drive.
Kathryn Dorsey-Yesis, CADC
A graduate of Illinois Central College in 2009 with a certificate specializing in Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling. Ms. Dorsey-Yesis currently provides group therapy, individual counseling and assessment services. In 2009 Kathryn also completed the IDVA training through the Center for Prevention of Abuse in Domestic Violence Counseling and Sexual Assault in Peoria, IL. Ms. Dorsey-Yesis is dedicated to helping others and strives to ensure that all individuals are able to grow and reach their maximum potential.