About REC

Recovery Education & Consulting, LLC was founded in 2021 by Don Altemus. Don has over 15 years of experience in training, coaching, motivational interviewing, and advocacy in support of people in recovery. He has presented on an international level to advance concepts in peer support, community inclusion, and self-direction.

Don earned a BS in Behavioral & Addictions Counseling from Drexel University and an MS in Psychology from the University of Phoenix. His volunteer experience includes work with the Pennsylvania OMHSAS Adult Advisory Committee, Chester County MH/IDD Advisory Board, and Pennsylvania Certification Board. Don is a QPR Suicide Prevention instructor and Crisis Intervention Trainer for police forces and is a member of the Chester County Disaster Crisis Outreach and Referral Team.

Don sitting on a park bench with one arm over the back of the bench. He is wearing a blue shirt. He is looking to his left and smiling.