NOONDAY - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Microcurrent Technician
- Microcurrent Technician / Education
Ann Elise is currently pursuing a degree at Samford University and plans to enjoy a career as a nurse practitioner.
Personal
In her free time, Ann Elise enjoys being outdoors, spending time with friends and family, traveling and learning to play the ukulele.
"I hope I develop an uplifting, professional relationship with my clients. I want to offer a Christ-like influence so they know they have my support and can come to me for an unbiased outlook and opinion."
Anna is a graduate of Samford University with a Bachelors of Arts in Human Development and Family Studies. She received her Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Anna is an Associate Licensed Counselor under the supervision of Megan Campbell, as well as a Nationally Certified Counselor. She will begin training in Somatic Experiencing soon, which will prepare her to help clients work through their bodily reactions to trauma.
Job Titles:
- Business Director
- Business Director / Professional Interest
As an occupational therapist with experience in schools, private clinics, home health and long-term care facilities, Britton has seen firsthand the mental health struggles her patients have suffered in every stage of life. She is passionate about bringing the latest therapeutic methods to the people of Northeast Alabama.
Experience
Prior to co-founding Noonday Therapeutic Center, she worked as a childcare coordinator for The Big Oak Ranch, a Christian children's home serving abused, abandoned, and neglected children. She has worked as an occupational therapist with children and teens in the Etowah County School System and Jacksonville City Schools. Britton has experience in microcurrent and traditional neurofeedback. She has worked in schools, private clinics, home health and long-term care facilities. She is a certified anxiety rehabilitation specialist.
Education
Britton received her degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Mississippi Medical Center. She is a certified Microcurrent Neurofeedback Provider, an IASIS Certified Provider (ICP); and a Certified Rehab Anxiety Specialist (A-RSP).
Personal
Britton is married to DJ Gregerson and together they have two daughters and a son. If she's not at one of her children's sporting events, you can find her enjoying time in the kitchen and laughing with friends.
"I am passionate about seeing people find freedom and healing. Having a career that allows me to see people learn to live their life more abundantly, has been an incredible blessing."
Trauma-informed therapy, cognitive-behavioral approaches, and family counseling are areas of special interest to Carol Grace.
Experience
Before joining the Noonday staff, Carol Grace worked as a counseling intern providing support to individuals facing various life challenges and emotional struggles.
Education
Carol Grace earned a bachelor's degree in Human Development from Auburn University. She graduated with her master's degree in Clinical Mental Health from Jacksonville State University. She is participating in EMDR training with a focus in performance enhancement.
Personal
In her personal life, Carol Grace enjoys spending time with her family and her two dogs. She enjoys participating in outdoor activities and Crossfit.
Job Titles:
- Assistant to the Clinical Director
- Assistant to the Clinical Director / Education
Caroline graduated from Samford University with a bachelor's degree in psychology in May of 2023. She is presently at Jacksonville State University and will complete her master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in Spring of 2025. Additionally, she is currently pursuing board certification in Neurofeedback.
Personal
Caroline is married and she enjoys a mild obsession with her calico cat, Pep.
"I hope my clients at Noonday walk away from every encounter with me feeling like they are not alone and knowing I will walk with them through the struggles that make them feel isolated and unworthy. I hope they never once consider that they are anything less than good enough. My wish is for every Noonday client to know they are loved deeply by God."
Experience
As a house parent for 17 years, Donna had the opportunity to be a part of children's lives who needed guidance and love for various reasons. She has extensive experience working with children and families from hard places. Donna also leads parenting classes for at-risk families. Her career before serving as a house parent was in the legal field where she honed her clerical and organizational skills.
Personal
Donna married her high school sweetheart, and today they share sons, daughters-in-law, and grandchildren. She enjoys the outdoors, entertaining, being with her family, high school and college football and basketball, and knitting.
"I have a heart for hurting people. It is a blessing to see them overcome hard times and learn to thrive in their lives. At Noonday, I am using my past experiences in hopes that I can play a role in making it possible for our clients to find happiness and contentment."
Kaitlyn Tew is a licensed therapist specializing in trauma work, narrative therapy, and cognitive-behavioral approaches. She is passionate about helping individuals rewrite their stories, find healing, and reclaim their resilience. With a background in trauma work with children at a Child Advocacy Center and geriatric counseling at a nursing home, Kaitlyn brings a wealth of experience in supporting individuals across the lifespan.
Education
Kaitlyn earned her Bachelor's degree in English and Professional Writing from the University of North Alabama (UNA), where she honed her communication skills and developed a deep appreciation for storytelling. She went on to earn her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, also at UNA, where she cultivated her passion for helping others navigate life's challenges and transitions.
In the midst of the serious work of therapy, Kelly uses hope, joy, and humor to show her clients a renewed enthusiasm for life. Kelly has special training and interest in working with people of all ages that have suffered from trauma. Kelly has taken extensive course work in attachment and bonding, adult play therapy, sand tray therapy and internal family system therapy.
Experience
Prior to her work at Noonday, Kelly worked at the Cherokee Etowah Dekalb (CED) Community Mental Health Center as the children and adolescent coordinator. While at the CED, she performed in-home therapy for at risk children and supervised counselors across three counties. Kelly has also worked in private practice.
Years of experience working with children, teens and young adults has given Kelly a strong desire to help young people find purpose, hope, and healing, even in the midst of their struggles. Working collaboratively with individuals and their families, she hopes to be a vessel in helping them reach their goals, discover grace, find redemption, experience forgiveness, and realize the power of change available to them through Christ.
Education
Kelly holds a master's degree in social work form the University of Alabama and a bachelor's degree in social work from Jacksonville State University
Personal
Kelly and her husband, David, have been married for more than 30 years. The have a son, daughter-in-law and a grandson. Kelly enjoys photography, travel and spending time with her family.
Job Titles:
- Registered Nurse
- Registered Nurse / Director of Wellness and Microcurrent
Lydia strives to develop therapeutic relationships with people in order to educate them on the physical, emotional and psychological aspects of health. Her desire is to promote healing and overall well-being in every client and family at Noonday. With her patients, she works to help them develop the capacity to actively participate in their health promotion and maintenance.
Experience
As a registered nurse, Lydia has worked with the pediatric population in the CVICU at Children's of Alabama as well as in day surgery at Gadsden Regional Medical Center. Lydia also served as a house parent at Big Oak Boy's Ranch. She maintains certification for basic life support and pediatric advanced life support. She is a certified IASIS MCN (Micro Current Neurofeedback) provider.
Education
Lydia received her associate nursing degree from Gadsden State Community College and her bachelor's from Jacksonville State University. She is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing to become a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
Personal
Lydia enjoys spending time with her children and husband. She enjoys cooking, gardening, adventures outside, traveling and photography.
Job Titles:
- Professional Counselor
- Therapist
Lynne became a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2001 and is also a board-certified supervisor, which makes her qualified to assist individuals who aspire to become licensed counselors. She has a strong background in foster care and adoption matters. She has experience counseling adults, children, and adolescents in individual sessions on a wide range of concerns like depression, anxiety, sleep issues, and spiritual and behavioral challenges.
In her free time, Lynne enjoys spending time with her furry companions, Auggie, a Pembroke Welsh Corgi, and her cat. She also loves exploring new places in her teardrop camper.
"I try to help my clients understand that while the past cannot be changed, moving through fear and hurt can lead to acceptance and, ultimately, peace. I believe that spiritual growth plays a vital role in this process, and I try to help clients realize the importance of a relationship with Christ as our ultimate source of peace."
Megan holds a master's degree in Community Agency Counseling from the University of Montevallo. She is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Alabama, as well as a licensed professional counselor - supervisor. She is a certified Synergetic Play Therapist and is AutPlay certified. She has completed Theraplay Level 1 in her pursuit to completing the necessary credentialing to be a Registered Play Therapist. Additionally, Megan is pursuing certification in neurofeedback and QEEG brain mapping.
Rachel has a special interest in trauma and how it affects the brain and day-to-day mental health. She has extensive knowledge and experience in teaching others about trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), as well as the benefit of a trauma sensitive approach to mental health.
Experience
With experience in non-profit and educational settings, Rachel has experience working with people from all walks of life, people in different seasons of life, and people with various forms of trauma. In the mental health field, she has been a therapist in a school system for many years, and she has also worked extensively with internationals and refugees.
Education
Rachel holds a bachelor's degree as well as a master's degree in social work, both of which she received from the University of Alabama. She is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Rachel is currently pursing certification in Eye Movement Desensitization. She is trained in EMDR and is pursuing full certification.
Personal
Rachel and her husband have been married for 20 years and have three children. She enjoys supporting her children in their numerous endeavors, as well as reading and traveling abroad to experience other cultures.
Job Titles:
- Chief Executive Officer
- Clinical Director
Job Titles:
- Nurse Manager
- Registered Nurse
As a nurse, Savanna has a passion for helping clients learn to focus on achieving and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. By promoting this, the body is being treated as a whole, starting with non-invasive therapies and treatments first, and then teaching the client to add support through diet, exercise, deep breathing, etc.
Experience
Savanna has experience working in the NICU at UAB as a registered nurse caring for premature infants and supporting their families. She also has experience in outpatient surgery and is trained in advanced care life support, basic life support, and pediatric advanced life support. Additionally, Savanna is a certified IASIS MCN (Micro Current Neurofeedback) provider.
Education
Savanna attended Auburn University where she received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing to become a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
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Savanna is the oldest of three girls. She enjoys spending time with family and traveling.