STAFF

David J. Williams, Ph.D., M.P. (LA License # 953MP)

Dr. Williams graduated Magna Cum Laude with his Bachelor of Science Degree from Longwood College in Farmville, Virginia. He completed his Masters of Arts Degree in General/Experimental Psychology at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia. After working as an alcohol and drug probation officer with the Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program, Dr. Williams decided to pursue his Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology at Louisiana Tech University. Dr. Williams completed his doctoral internship at the Ulster County Mental Health Department in Kingston, NY, and his rotations included adult mental health treatment, sex offender treatment, family court assessment, and other forensic assessment. He completed his dissertation entitled "Preventing Driving under the Influence Through Informal Interventions: an Examination of the Decision Making Processes Common to Potential DUI Offenders" and graduated in November, 2002 with full APA accreditation. He has presented his research at regional, national, and international conferences, and he has garnered publications in a variety of journals such as the Journal of Counseling Psychology, the Journal of Offender Rehabilitation, Personality and Individual Differences, Educational and Psychological Measurement, and the Journal of College Counseling. He has performed program evaluation and development services for the Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program, Louisiana Tech University, the Third Judicial District Attorney’s Office, and the Rockingham/Harrisonburg Domestic Violence Task Force. Other accomplishments include holding either adjunct faculty or faculty positions at James Madison University, Marist College, and the Louisiana State University in Shreveport. Dr. Williams completed a post doctoral masters degree in psychopharmacology, and he is one of the few medical psychologists in the nation who are actually prescribing medications. He is licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners.

Tammy G. Williams, B.A.

Mrs. Williams graduated from Lousiana Tech University with a major in Sociology. She has experience in management, and currently serves as co-owner and office manager of our practice. Her responsibilities include managing operations and front staff issues. She is a West Monroe native, and she has a special interest in helping children. She keeps the practice running and keeps us all on task (whether we like it or not !).

John D. "Jodey" Edwards, EdD, MA, MS, NCC, LPC-S

Dr. Edwards is from West Monroe, Louisiana and he attended West Monroe High School. In his senior year, he enlisted in the Louisiana Army National Guard where he served for seven years. He earned two certificates of accommodation and the Army Achievement Medal during his military service. After his honorable discharge, Dr. Edwards returned to academia to earn his Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology at Northeast Louisiana University. He later completed a Master of Arts degree in General Counseling and Guidance as well as a Master of Science degree in Health and Physical Education from Louisiana Tech University.  He has completed internships in school and group home settings where he performed individual and group therapy with adolescents. Dr. Edwards was also a Certified Fitness Trainer for three years through the International Sports Science Association. He completed the Louisiana Educational Consortium Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership with a cognate in Counseling at the University of Louisiana at Monroe. Dr. Edwards has worked with people struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, substance abuse, conduct problems, impulse control problems, defiance, and personality disorders. He also provides sexual abuser, pain management, and anger management treatment in group settings. Dr. Edwards has a special interest and experience in working with adolescents. Finally, he is also a LPC Board approved supervisor. 

 Jeannie Sher, MA, LPC, LRC, CRC

Jeannie completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Rehabilitation studies at the University of North Texas and her Masters of Arts degree in Counseling at Amber University. Prior to joining our clinic in 2006, she worked in head injury rehabilitation, community mental health services, vocational rehabilitation, and geriatric services. Jeannie is a licensed professional counselor and a licensed rehabilitation counselor. She has clinical interests in treating anxiety disorders, personality disorders, and post traumatic stress disorder.

Chernae Minor, M.Ed., NCC, CI

She obtained a B.A. in Psychology in 2001 from The University of Louisiana at Monroe and later obtained a M.Ed. in Counseling in 2009 from The University of Louisiana at Monroe. Chernae completed an internship counseling homeless teens and young adults. She enjoys working with both teens and adults in various capacities. Ms. Minor is registered with the National Board of Certified Counselors as a Nationally Certified Counselor # 26118 and is currently registered with The Licensed Professional Counselor Board of Examiners as a Counselor Intern # 4608 in pursuance of her LPC.

Kurt May, BA, Testing Technician

Mr. May works with us part time as a testing technician. He works full time as a firefighter, and he is also committed to raising his family, horses, a pony, and three dogs!

Rachel Warren, BA, Administrative Assistant 

Mrs. Warren is in charge of scheduling at the clinic. She has a heart for ministry related activities, and she brings a great sense of humor to our team. At times, we have noticed that many of our clients prefer to talk to Mrs. Warren than Dr. Williams! She has a heart for people, and is committed to being a godly mother and wife.

Regina Moore, NCICS

Regina is a graduate of Career Tech and then followed this up with licensing as a National Certified Insurance & Coding Specialist. She has held this designation since January 2004.   She genuinely likes to work with numbers and to help patients understand their insurance benefits.  She is organized, detail oriented, and a no-nonsense type person but she loves to laugh and make others laugh.    She is committed to her family and animals.    Her motto is:  Live Life and Love God.