Hannah West, CSW recently graduated from Western Kentucky University with a Bachelor of Social Work in 2022 and a Master of Social Work in 2023. Hannah primarily has experience working with adolescents who have experienced trauma. Hannah believes in utilizing client strengths and creating a safe non-judgmental space for clients. Outside of work Hannah loves spending time with her family, friends, and her cat Bella. She enjoys reading and listening …
Heidi is in the final year of a Master of Social Work program at Brescia University. Heidi is passionate about working with youth of all kinds, especially LGBTQIA+ youth and kiddos with extra needs. She has seven years of experience working with children in classrooms, at camps, and in therapeutic settings. Following graduation, she will be pursuing clinical licensure and practicing with children and families. In her free time, Heidi …
Jason is an LPCC- Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor- who has been a school counselor, educator, and mental health therapist. Jason graduated from Western Kentucky University with a Bachelor's degree in English, Psychology, and Secondary Education. He received his Master's and Rank 1 degrees from Western Kentucky University in Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling K-12. Jason uses a diverse approach to counseling, stemming from CBT, person-centered, and Reality Therapy. Jason …
Jennifer graduated from Western Kentucky University with a Master's Degree in Counseling with a focus in Marriage and Family Therapy in May of 2019. She has been with Alliance Counseling Associates since May of 2018 where she completed her internship and has continued with Alliance since becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in June of 2019. Jennifer has experience working with individuals and couples and has received training in the …
Kelli Truelove is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology at WKU and her M.Ed. from Lindsey Wilson College. Kelli has worked for Alliance since 2014 and works with teenagers, young adults, adults and couples. Kelli also works as an instructor at WKU and as a youth pastor at her church. In her free time, Kelli enjoys traveling and being active with her family, …
Kristen graduated from Western Kentucky University with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology (2013) and a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in (2019). Kristen wants to help clients improve their life and believes it all starts with improving mental health. She thinks therapy should be a collaborative process, where clients & therapists work together to find solutions. Kristen is trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy for the treatment of trauma …
Lauren Johnson, CSW is a recent graduate of Western Kentucky University, where she received her bachelor's of social work in 2022 and her master's of social work in 2023. Lauren has experience working with adults with disabilities, college students, and former foster youth. She has always been passionate about helping others and strives to create an environment where everyone feels welcome, safe, and valued. She believes that therapy is a …
Leisia Landers has a MSW, and BSW in Social Work from Western Kentucky University. Leisia lives in Glasgow, Ky with her 6 dogs and has two sons and three grandchildren. She absolutely loves to line dance, shooting clays, and fishing. Leisia is trained in a variety of evidenced-based practices including EMDR and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a certification in Grief Counseling. Leisia joins Alliance in our Glasgow office …
Melissa Roach graduated from Western Kentucky University in May 2021 with her Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Melissa has an extended background working with children and families through the Barren County Family YMCA where she spent 8 years as the Youth Engagement Director. When not working, Melissa likes to paint, draw, write, and spend time with her 2 pit bulls Georgia and Xavier as well as with …
Melynda graduated from Southwestern Adventist University in 2006 with a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, then received a Master's degree in Social Work in 2013 from Western Kentucky University. Melynda has worked in various settings from direct care, foster care and a group home for boys. Melynda has been with Alliance Counseling since November of 2013 and works with children, adolescents and adults with ages ranging from 4 and up, …
Michele is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervisor status. Michele completed her Bachelor of Arts at Indiana University in Bloomington in 1995. She completed her Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy at Western Kentucky University in 2002. Michele has worked with couples, families and individuals since 2002. Michele specializes in working with adults and teenagers. When not working with clients Michele enjoys spending time with her three …
Nicole is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She graduated from Campbellsville University with a Master's Degree in Social Work in 2014. Nicole has worked with individuals of all ages and in a variety of settings, such as hospitals, hospice care, a geriatric intensive outpatient program, and in private practice with Alliance Counseling since 2016. Nicole works with clients who are dealing with all sorts of challenges. She has extensive experience …
After graduating from Western Kentucky University in 2014 with a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and Psychology, Rachael worked in Russellville as an elementary school teacher and later as a case manager for children in foster care, where she developed a passion for children's mental health. She then earned her master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of the Cumberlands in 2022. Rachael primarily works with children …
Rebecca graduated from the University of Illinois with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology in 1991. She was part of a special program her junior and senior year called the Mental Health Worker's Program where she completed practicums in mental health and attended classes with a doctoral level psychologist leading for intensive counseling training of over 1000 plus hours. She then obtained her MSW at Southern Illinois University with focus on …
As a 49 year old mother of two teenagers, who has waited half a lifetime to find her passion, I am beyond excited to serve. I am a 7 year veteran of the United States Naval Hospital Corps. Originally from Louisville but I have lived all over the United States until settling locally in 2000. I've been lucky enough to see my life's bumps turn into blessings. It is my …