Cassandra Ruela, known affectionately as “CC,” is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Internationally Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ICAADC) with over a decade of dedicated experience in the behavioral health field. She earned her master’s degree in clinical Practices of Psychology in 2013 and has since focused her clinical work on individuals struggling with co-occurring disorders—particularly substance use, trauma, and eating disorders.
CC is passionate about helping people reconnect with themselves and the world around them. Her clinical approach blends deep compassion with a commitment to evidence-based care, always meeting clients where they are in their recovery journey. What inspires her most about Paramount Wellness Retreat is the intimate, individualized nature of treatment—where every team member truly knows and supports each guest. She’s especially proud to be part of a program that constantly evolves, offering forward-thinking, holistic, medical, and clinical solutions for healing.
Outside of her professional life, CC is a devoted wife and mother of three, a music enthusiast, and an avid singer. She enjoys spending time with her family and two dogs, embracing the joy and rhythm of everyday life.
