Susan is a dedicated social worker with a passion for serving diverse populations and addressing complex needs. With a Master’s in Social Work from Nazareth College, Susan brings a wealth of theoretical knowledge and practical experience to her role. Her professional journey spans various settings, including clinical internships, school social work, foster care, and addiction treatment.

During her internship at the Watertown Vet Center, Susan provided vital readjustment counseling to veterans, addressing issues such as PTSD, substance abuse, and military sexual trauma. She facilitated group therapy sessions, including an Intensive Outpatient Program for Dialectical Behavior Therapy, showcasing her ability to create supportive environments for healing and growth. Additionally, her experience as a school social worker at Watertown High School equipped her with crisis intervention skills and strategies to support students’ academic and social-emotional development.

Susan’s commitment to community well-being is evident in her employment history, where she served as a Foster Family Specialist and Case Planner/Foster Care at the House of the Good Shepherd, and as a Care Manager at Credo Community Center for the Treatment of Addictions.

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Jason is a retired Army Social Work Officer. He received a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from William Carey University, a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Fayetteville State University, and is completing a Doctor of Social Work (DSW) from The University of Alabama, Roll Tide!!

Jason spent most of his clinical career as an Army Social Work Officer. He completed his post-MSW training at Walter Reed National Military Medical during the height of the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts. He received training and supervision from world renowned experts in trauma therapy, specifically in Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure. Jason also received training in CBT with an emphasis on depression, anxiety, trauma, and personality disorders from Dr. Aaron Beck and Dr. Judith Beck at the Beck Institute.

Jason is a trained psychedelic therapist through Fluence. He partners with Journey Clinical and local physicians to provide psychedelic therapy service both in-person and remotely.

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Dr. Bethany Griggs holds a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Forensic Family/Child Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University, San Francisco. Complementing this, she earned a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy from John F Kennedy University.

With a robust background spanning over a decade, Dr. Griggs has demonstrated expertise in diverse clinical settings. Presently, she serves as the Chief Operating Officer and Co-owner, of Augusta Center for Cognitive Behavior Therapy in Evans, GA, providing invaluable leadership and therapeutic support. Previously, at Empower Mental Health, Dr. Griggs conducted compensation and pension evaluations for military veterans.

Her extensive experience includes roles as a Forensic Psychologist at the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities in Georgia, where she worked with a multidisciplinary team in maximum-security forensic hospitals, offering treatment to individuals facing complex mental health challenges within legal frameworks. Throughout their career, she have supervised staff, conducted psychological assessments, and provided expert testimony, showcasing their proficiency in forensic evaluations and risk assessments.

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