Michelle Sweet, LPC, LCDC, NCC – Executive Director
Michelle is dedicated to advancing La Hacienda’s mission with unwavering integrity, purpose, and commitment to recovery. She values a culture of collaboration, transparency, and empowerment, where the growth and success of individuals within the organization are always a top priority. Michelle’s passion for leadership was inspired by her experience playing collegiate soccer, where the importance of teamwork, discipline, and motivating others toward a common goal was fostered.
A New Mexico native, Michelle holds a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, and a Nationally Certified Counselor through the NBCC. Her career in mental health and substance abuse treatment began in 2008, and she joined La Hacienda in 2014 as a Continuing Care Specialist. Over the years, her roles expanded to include Utilization Review Specialist, Director of Utilization Review, Director of Continuing Care and Chief Operating Officer.
Michelle is honored to be part of La Hacienda, an organization with a rich history of excellence, shaped by the vision and leadership of its owners. Their unwavering dedication to providing ethical, high-quality care for those in need has inspired Michelle to carry out their mission. She is deeply passionate about La Hacienda’s work and committed to ensuring it remains a beacon of hope, healing, and recovery for generations to come. With a heart for service and a clear vision of compassionate care, Michelle is focused on preserving La Hacienda’s legacy and making a lasting impact in the lives of individuals and families we have the honor to serve.
