Meet our staff

Lisa has been working in the Behavioral Health field since 1993 and has a rich and diverse range of experiences from working with patients/clients in Mental Health Centers, Detox Clinics, Universities, Correctional Facilities, and Hospitals.

Her experience spans disorders, populations and modes of treatment from working with chronically mentally ill to individuals dealing with anxiety, substance abuse, depression, mood disorders, to people wanting to improve communication, coping with loss and trauma, help couples dealing with relationship issues, developing family and interpersonal relationships to career transitions.

Lisa’s education encompasses a, Doctor of Jurisprudence, Master of Education in Guidance and Counseling, Clinically Certified Criminal Justice Specialist, Masters Addictions Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor and Mediator (Registered Neutral).

Lisa has an extensive education and work career from management to being a Director for a large corporation dealing with system initiatives, coaching development and contract negotiations but therapy has become her life’s passion. Lisa has had a long interest in incorporating animals in therapeutic settings and did a thesis paper on pet therapy in her Master’s program. She has been blessed with several therapy dogs in her years of practice. She now has Oliver who is training to be a therapy dog. Oliver is a Goldendoodle and he can’t wait to meet you.

Dr. Greg Haley began his medical career in Internal Medicine but after a very rewarding rotation
in the psychiatric crisis evaluation department at Wishard Memorial, he realized his interest in
looking at each patient as a whole person. So he applied and was accepted for a residency at
the University of Southern California’s Psychiatric Residency Program then transferred back
home to the Indiana University psychiatric residency program, where he completed his training
in 1994.

Dr. Haley’s work experience varied over the years from working with high functioning clients
with mood, anxiety and substance abuse disorders in a private practice setting to a day
treatment clinic for clients with more intense and chronic mental illness. Dr. Haley is also a
provider of an office-based solution for management of ongoing opiate dependence
(Suboxone), an alternative to Methadone management for clients struggling with this issue.

Dr Haley’s role at 1 Alliance Counseling & Psychotherapy Services as Medical Director and
Psychiatrist is focusing mainly on “medication management” with the patient, though he enjoys
working in such a collegiate environment with other therapists as well as working with patients
established therapist or referring them to a caring and reputable professional within or outside
the practice to meet their therapeutic and/or medical needs.

Dr. Angela Dawson is an experienced psychiatrist renowned for her expertise in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Zoology from the University of Georgia (1987) and earned her medical degree with honors from Mercer University School of Medicine (1992). Dr. Dawson completed an internship at Eastern Virginia Medical School (1992-1993) and then pursued a Psychiatry Residency and a fellowship in Child, Adolescent, and Family Psychiatry at the Medical College of Georgia, Augusta University (1993-1997).

Dr. Dawson is double board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in General Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. She has completed SAMHSA training, authorizing her to prescribe Buprenorphine since 2007.

A member of the American Medical Association (AMA), the American Psychiatric Association (APA), and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Dr. Dawson is highly regarded in her field and her professional journey spans several notable positions.

She specializes in treating conditions such as ADHD, ADD, alcoholism, drug dependence, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, and depression. She has also been involved in telemedicine and PTSD research.

Jamie has been working in the field of Mental Health since 2006. She has two Masters in Social Work and Marriage and Family Therapy. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She has diverse work experiences with children and adults in individual/couples/family/group counseling, crisis intervention, diagnostic and trauma assessments, medical social work, child advocacy/abuse prevention, and psychotherapy. She has worked in varying levels of care: outpatient, in-home counseling, partial hospitalization programs, and the hospital settings.

Her areas of interest include:

• Individual, Couples, and Family Therapy,
• Alcohol & Substance Abuse/Addiction issues
• Pre-marital Counseling
• Women’s Issues
• Relationship Issues
• Conflict Management
• Grief & Loss
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Trauma

Jamie began her career working in the areas of child advocacy for children who are victims of abuse/neglect, along with children and youth who are subjected to sexual exploitation and sex trafficking. She has also been qualified as an expert in child abuse and forensic interviewing in 3 counties in Georgia (court testimony). Jamie has served low-income persons, at-risk children (ages 6-18) with behavioral and mental health problems, the severely mentally-ill, healthcare professionals with substance abuse issues in a private setting, families dealing with child abuse and domestic violence, & active suicidal, homicidal, and psychotic persons in crisis. Jamie also served as a Hospice Social Worker. In addition, she has enjoyed working with community-based agencies to assist persons in coping with mental health issues to prevent hospitalization.

Yvette has been in Behavioral Health since 1989. She studied as an undergraduate at the University of Connecticut and then earned her Master’s Degree in Counseling at Saint Joseph College. She holds a Georgia License for Professional Counselors which she’s had since 2001.  Yvette’s ability to truly help her clients have made her well-respected in her field.  Yvette has worked in private practice as well as institutional settings. Her background and experience varies widely.  In addition to individual, group, couples and family therapy, Yvette’s specialties include:

• Addiction Issues
• Anxiety Disorder
• Depression
• Mood Disorders
• Post-Traumatic Stress
• Couples and Relationship Issues
• and Self Esteem.

“Through my life experiences I’ve become adept at bringing order to chaos. My life’s work has been to help others navigate the turbulent waters of their own crisis situations.”

JoAnna has been working in the Mental Health field since 2001 and has experience working with the mental health needs of children, adolescents and adults in both outpatient and inpatient settings.  She has experience and skills in clinical social work, working with diverse populations in community practice, residential treatment, school-based settings and private practice. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from Kent State University (OH) and a Master’s degree from Case Western Reserve University (OH). She holds credentials as a LISW-S in Ohio and a LCSW in Georgia.  She has a special interest in the psychotherapy approach of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and has received EMDR training.  EMDR is a scientific method that enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing, traumatic life experiences.  She can utilize this approach to assist individuals in acquiring the skills needed for adaptive functioning.  She is also a 300 hour certified yoga teacher with specialized training in Restorative Yoga, a certified Yoga Unchained facilitator and a Reiki II practitioner.  Yoga is widely practiced for relaxation but a regular yoga practice has also been scientifically proven to reduce anxiety, enhance mood, improve sleep quality and aid in overall health improvements physically, emotionally and mentally.  After JoAnna learned of the countless benefits to a regular yoga practice, she knew she wanted to pursue additional learning and integrate yoga within her clinical work.

Her specialty areas of interest and experience include EMDR, the incorporation of yoga and yogic techniques in psychotherapy, and in treating:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Self-Esteem Issues
• Stress Management
• Relationship/Parent-Child Communication Issues
• Children Ages 8+
• Trauma
• Grief and Loss
• Adjustment disorders

Carrie has been practicing social work for over 20 years.  Her areas of passion are college students, older adults, and individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma/abuse, grief and loss, and life adjustments. She believes CBT therapy coupled with lifestyle adjustments and other added supports have a great effect on change.  She is happy to provide remote therapy at this time with days and times for those that may need non-traditional office hours.

Carrie earned her Bachelor of Social Work degree from Nebraska Wesleyan University in 1995.  She worked with families and children in homes and in residential settings until moving to Georgia in 1997.  Carrie earned her Master of Social Work Degree from Valdosta State University in 1999 and completed a Post-Master Fellowship at the Yale Child Study Center from 1999-2000.  She then began working in an outpatient mental health center with adults and children.  Carrie & her husband moved to Texas where she worked for the Department of Defense providing assessment and treatment to soldiers and their families with allegations of domestic violence and child abuse or neglect.  She moved back to Georgia in 2003 and has worked in medical social work at a dialysis clinic.  She helped open a Geriatric Psychiatric Unit in Adel, GA in 2012 where her love of caring for older adults and mental health came together.  She was also excited to be a part of writing policy and procedures and advocating for patients in this medical setting.  Carrie currently works as the Field Director with the Social Work Program at Valdosta State University placing MSW students in their internships across Georgia.  She loves sharing her diverse work experiences with students entering her chosen field of practice.  Her students will tell you that she will talk about ethical dilemmas and problem-solving each class meeting.

Julie obtained her bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences from Washington State University and began providing substance use treatment in 2009. Julie received her master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee specializing in Clinical Mental Health/Substance Abuse in 2013. She earned a certificate in trauma and has received training in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. Julie has worked in a wide variety of settings with those experiencing both substance use and mental health disorders.  Her wide work experience offers others a fresh and insightful look into their thoughts and emotions leading to the changes that help us be the best version of ourselves. She holds a LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Work) degree in both Wisconsin & Georgia.

Julie enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, gardening, swimming, and reading.

“There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to therapy. Every person is different, and their journey requires an individualized approach. I incorporate Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical-Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness, along with other evidence-based methods, to help clients navigate anxiety, depression, grief, and other life transitions.”