MEET OUR TEAM

Dr. Scherri Culp is a licensed psychotherapist, Executive Clinical Director, scholar-practitioner, and published author with over 17 years of experience in inpatient and outpatient behavioral health settings. She holds a Doctorate in Behavioral Health and possesses advanced clinical expertise in complex trauma, race-based trauma, substance use disorders, family systems, marriage and family therapy, clinical supervision, executive leadership, and professional development.

Dr. Culp is recognized for her deep knowledge of the neurobiological, relational, and systemic dimensions of trauma, with a particular focus on how unresolved and intergenerational trauma impacts marginalized and racially minoritized communities. Her work is grounded in a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and equity-centered framework that addresses systemic inequities, historical adversity, social determinants of health, and barriers to behavioral health access.

In 2026, Dr. Culp published *Understanding Race-Based Trauma*, a scholarly work inspired by her doctoral dissertation and extensive clinical and advisory experience at the intersection of trauma, behavioral health, race, and community healing. The book explores the psychological, emotional, physiological, and systemic effects of racialized stress and trauma, especially among historically marginalized and underrepresented populations in traditional mental health systems.

As a certified trauma instructor, EMDR-certified clinician, and Auricular Detoxification Specialist, Dr. Culp integrates evidence-based interventions with holistic approaches to healing and recovery. She is also trained in Internal Family Systems and brings specialized insight into attachment injuries, family dynamics, complex trauma, and how trauma influences identity, relationships, coping patterns, and community well-being.

A long-standing member of the American Psychological Association, Dr. Culp serves as a trusted advisor on trauma, behavioral health equity, and the psychological effects of inequity in marginalized communities. Her expertise is highly relevant to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) initiatives, helping organizations and communities understand trauma through a culturally informed and systems-aware lens.

Dr. Culp’s clinical philosophy centers on the belief that healing must be individualized, integrative, and responsive to each person’s unique lived experience. She remains committed to advancing trauma-informed care, promoting psychological safety, building resilience, and expanding equitable access to mental health support for individuals, families, and communities.

As an associate licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Tennessee, Shaoni has dedicated most of her career to working with youth and their families through expressive art-based therapy programs. She believes in a collaborative, strengths-based approach to her work, encouraging and supporting her clients to take control of their lives. Shaoni specializes in helping clients who are dealing with anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviours, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, and trauma. Additionally, she serves as the associate clinical admin assistant for Recovery Associates Group.

John Albert Thomas is a compassionate Music Life Coach dedicated to helping individuals experience spiritual, emotional, and relational healing. By combining personalized coaching with original piano compositions inspired by each client’s story, John empowers people to see and feel their true worth. Through this unique blend of music and coaching, John helps clients get unstuck, overcome fear, and embrace their next level in life and business. With a focus on aligning life with love, clients are guided to live with their whole heart, soul, mind, and strength, solidifying their transformation and moving forward with clarity and confidence. John is the only provider in the city who offers clients Individualized musical trauma portraits. 

Ashley, a registered psychiatric nurse, holds a multi-state license from Chamberlain University and is a graduate of Howard University with a Bachelor's degree in Legal Communications. During her time studying nursing, she worked as an adolescent case manager in the inner city of Cleveland, OH, where she gained valuable experience in behavioral health. Her passion for mental health and working with children and families continued to grow, leading her to focus on integrating mental health and nursing as a career. Currently, Ashley serves as the Nursing Program Director for Recovery Associates Group, where she expertly practices and manages all RN duties. 

Dr. Beecham is board-certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has over 10 years of experience in Psychiatry. Dr. Beecham provides psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and psychotherapy with individualized care for every patient. She treats a wide range of mental health issues such as Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, PTSD, Addiction, and other psychiatric disorders. Dr. Beecham believes in a holistic approach to treating mental illness and promoting mental wellness and involves each patient in the formulation of their plan of care.  

 Dr. Beecham’s vision is to create awareness of mental health and provide easily accessible care to all in need.  

Dr. Woodall is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who is professionally trained and qualified to assess, diagnose, and treat psychiatric and behavioral disorders. Dr. Woodall has almost a decade of experience in the mental/behavioral health field, starting as a psychiatric registered nurse at inpatient psychiatric/behavioral health facilities. She has been a psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner for over 5 years with experience treating patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She primarily works with the adult and adolescent populations but has been trained to provide treatment to individuals across the lifespan (children to geriatric). Dr. Woodall’s treatment approach includes psychotropic medication management and brief psychotherapeutic intervention(s) but some alternative medicine interventions (vitamins, lifestyle modifications, exercise, stress management) may be incorporated into practice as well. Dr. Woodall also serves as a clinical preceptor for psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner students and as a psychiatric consultant for medical/surgical units at local hospitals. 

JoAnn Lewis is a highly qualified and recommended professional with over 20 years of experience as a Substance Abuse Therapist. She specializes in existential therapy and auricular acupuncture, among other modalities. JoAnn is certified as a Forensic Therapist and a Master Addiction Counselor. She earned her bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice from California State University East Bay and her Master's in Counseling from Norfolk State University. JoAnn is actively involved in the community and is highly esteemed in the Shelby County area. She is retired from the US Navy and on a reserve with the US Army, and has extensive background in working with veterans. 

Dr. C. Lavon Caver is a former police officer, serving his community for approximately 10 years in that capacity. In the year 2000, he became employed with the federal judicial system, and have been with the agency for 23 years. Within the agency and over the years, he was promoted from the positions of line officer to specialist, to supervisor, and to senior executive management. He earned an Associates Degree with an emphasis in Criminal Justice, a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Organizational Leadership, a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology, and a Doctoral degree in Psychology, with a specialization in Mediation and Conflict Resolution. He is also Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) certified and a registered neutral/mediator in the state of Georgia. Additionally, he has been a certified life coach for the past 10 years, primarily working with male population. In the furtherance of service to his country, he is a decorated military combat service veteran who participated in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm being stationed in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and Iraq.

  Dr. Selena Smith holds a Doctorate in Counseling, is a Licensed Advanced Practice Social Worker, Master Addiction Counselor, and Substance Abuse Expert. Dr. Smith has been providing treatment, clinically and administratively supervising the delivery of care to individuals seeking substance abuse addiction treatment for over 23 years. Dr. Smith is a published author and has three private practices that also provides consultant services. Dr. Smith has worked in public and private programs, proprietary and not-for-profit agencies in detoxification, military, rehabilitation and transitional care, in both inpatient and outpatient, in single and multi-site programs. Dr. Smith developed family, adolescent, older adult, dual diagnosis and cocaine programs. Dr. Smith specializes in the development of programs and compliance protocols that focus on delivering high quality treatment services in a managed care environment, comprehensive approaches to relapse prevention, risk to children in addicted families, waiting list management, evidenced-based treatment and outcomes-driven treatment. Dr. Smith is a trainer and consultant who has provided services in the public and private sectors, both civilian and military, to providers, managed care staff, insurance companies, professional associations, states and EAPs. Dr. Smith has provided assistance to programs moving from fixed length of stay, program driven models to variable length of stay, clinically driven models.

Dr. Smith has held positions such as Director of Clinical Services for Gender-Specific and IOP programs,  Co-occurring disorders, Adjunct Professor at Southwest Community College, and guest columnist for Commercial Appeal, and Statewide Case management director for Tennessee Department of Corrections. Dr. Smith is a published and co-author of “Parenting the Difficult Child” “Mental Health 101” and Clinical Writing”. Dr. Smith has extensive experience working with seriously emotional disturbed children and youth, women and children of domestic violence along with alcohol and drug addicted adults in treatment. In addition, she has extensive experience in treating anxiety, depression, co-dependency, anger management, past personal trauma, body image issues, grief, loss, and all types of life transition. Dr. Smith has developed and assisted local ministries within the community on issues such as Homeless prevention and intervention and general Social Services. She is very committed to developing programs that aid clients in learning positive strategies so that they can lead productive and successful lives.

Ranise helps clients find inner peace, develop personal growth, discover self-understanding, and unleash inner creative expressions.

She is dedicated to promoting holistic well-being, which includes assisting clients in processing and coping with mental and emotional health challenges, expressing emotions, and encouraging healing. Holistic well-being encompasses physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual growth. With over 30 years of experience as a Correctional Counselor, she believes that holistic well-being is essential for a thriving life.

As a Psychotherapist, Ranise applies creative arts expression to cultivate personal growth through self-discovery, self-awareness, self-care, social skills development, stress and anxiety management, and trauma recovery, all to foster a thriving life. She is passionate about helping women heal from trauma by providing creative arts as a non-verbal outlet for expression while processing difficult emotions, thoughts, and memories. Creative arts enable women to explore their experiences through mediums such as writing, drawing, painting, photography, or acting.

Ranise is also passionate about helping couples improve communication, rebuild trust, resolve conflict, and deepen intimacy.

Madi helps clients who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by depression, anxiety, addiction, or grief. She supports those whose mood changes, lack of motivation, or painful life experiences prevent them from living the life they want. Madi assists clients in navigating issues such as depressive and mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, addictions, grief and prolonged grieving, chronic pain and illness, relationship struggles, body image struggles, lack of motivation, adjustment issues, and other challenges that may interfere with well-being.

She specializes in the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), two highly effective, evidence-based treatment approaches designed to help individuals better understand the connections between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while learning valuable, practical skills for coping and healing.

Madi aims to create a collaborative, compassionate environment where clients feel understood, respected, and empowered to make meaningful changes. She views healing as a journey and considers it a privilege to walk alongside clients as they build resilience, find clarity, and create lives that feel more balanced, healthy, and fulfilling.

Kizzy M. Rogers, LCSW, LSSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed School Social Worker with more than 20 years of experience serving individuals, families, and communities impacted by trauma, behavioral health challenges, substance use, and justice-system involvement. Her professional background includes clinical therapy, program leadership, crisis intervention, case management oversight, and the development of evidence-based treatment services for adults, youth, and families.

Throughout her career, Kizzy has gained well-rounded experience serving in a variety of clinical, leadership, advocacy, and community-based roles. These experiences have strengthened her ability to support individuals as they work through adversity, life transitions, trauma, behavioral health concerns, substance use challenges, and system-related barriers. She prides herself on being intentional in her work by creating space for empowerment, accountability, and solution-focused growth. Kizzy believes that healing happens when individuals are supported, challenged, and equipped with the tools needed to move forward with confidence, purpose, and hope.

Kizzy’s clinical approach is rooted in trauma-informed care, empathy, accountability, and practical skill-building. She is passionate about helping individuals identify the connection between past experiences, current behaviors, emotional wellness, and recovery. Her work emphasizes relapse prevention, emotional regulation, healthy decision-making, coping skills, family support, and long-term stability.

Kizzy is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and supportive environment where clients feel heard, encouraged, and empowered. She believes recovery is not only about addressing symptoms or behaviors, but also about restoring hope, strengthening resilience, and helping individuals build a healthier path forward. Kizzy is known for her compassionate yet direct style, her advocacy for underserved populations, and her commitment to helping clients move from survival toward healing, growth, and purpose.