A. Michael Blanche, the co-founder and Chief Clinical Officer of ETHOS Treatment LLC, will receive the Richard J. Caron Award of Excellence at a gala on Nov. 7 at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia.

Blanche has spent more than two decades delivering direct clinical treatment for individuals grappling with dual diagnoses of addiction and other psychological issues as a licensed clinical social worker. His expertise spans all levels of care in addiction and mental health treatment, and he has successfully established and supervised residential and outpatient programs across the Philadelphia metro area.

Blanche is a recognized authority in prevention, specializing in middle and high school prevention talks, as well as staff development. His reputation extends to working with complex individuals and their families during challenging times, aiding in determining the appropriate level of care or suitable placement.

Caron chose to honor Blanche “for his caring spirit and commitment to partnership in our community.”

The mission of Caron Greater Philadelphia is to transform lives impacted by substance use disorder through proven, evidence-based, comprehensive, and personalized behavioral healthcare. The 25th Annual Richard J. Caron Award of Excellence Gala will celebrate the journeys of those in recovery, their families, and all who support these life-changing efforts.

ETHOS is a leading provider of care for individuals and families who struggle with substance use disorder and/or mental health issues.

ETHOS has a unique, disruptive model for the delivery of Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP). IOP are an alternative to inpatient services for patients who do not require a full-time, facility treatment regimen. Some of the main benefits of IOP are cost compared to inpatient services, which can be 10 times or more, along with the patient’s ability to receive services while still in their real-life settings.

With outpatient treatment centers in Philadelphia, West Chester, Plymouth Meeting, Collegeville, Broomall, Jenkintown, and Wyomissing, as well as telehealth, ETHOS Treatment helps adults and adolescents with mental health issues and substance use disorders through individual counseling, small group, and family therapy, all of which maximize the potential for long-term, sustainable recovery. Several locations also offer specialty programs for people with gambling disorders and eating disorders, as well as groups specifically for first responders and people who have experienced trauma.

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