Miranda Woods, SACIT


Substance abuse counselor in training.

Alarus services: Mental health counseling, substance abuse counseling, behavioral health services, medication assisted treatment.

Miranda is a devoted mother, substance use counselor, and certified life coach with a deep-rooted passion for healing, growth, and human connection. With nearly eight years of lived sobriety, Miranda brings both professional expertise and authentic understanding to her work—meeting people exactly where they are, without judgment, and with genuine compassion.

For more than sixteen years, Miranda has served in caregiving roles supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, mental health challenges, and substance use disorders. This extensive hands-on experience shaped her trauma-informed, person-centered approach long before she formally stepped into the role of substance use counselor. Her work is grounded in empathy, accountability, and the belief that lasting change is possible when people feel seen, supported, and empowered.

As a certified life coach and counselor, Miranda blends evidence-based practices with mindset work, resilience-building, and real-world tools that foster sustainable recovery and personal transformation. She is known for her calm presence, intuitive insight, and ability to connect deeply with clients—helping them rediscover their strengths, rewrite limiting narratives, and move forward with clarity and purpose. Miranda’s work is more than a profession; it’s a calling rooted in lived experience, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to helping others build lives they’re proud of.

To schedule an appointment with Miranda, please contact our Beaver Dam office at 920-219-4440 or email us at info@alarushealthcare.com today! 

Additionally, please free to use our online referral form to get things started!