Teri McCann, PhD, CEDS is the founder and executive clinical director of Fairhaven. She earned a Doctorate of Philosophy at Kansas State University. She is a Licensed Psychologist, Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist. In addition to holding a Mental Health Service Provider designation, she has demonstrated competency in the areas of Social-Personality Psychology and Statistics and Measurement. She is a member of the American Psychological Association, the Eating Disorders Coalition of Tennessee, and the Academy for Eating Disorders.

Dr. Saini is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and certified by the American Board of Managed Care Medicine and the American Board of Disability Examiners. Dr. Saini is a member of the American Medical Association, the American Psychiatric Association, the Tennessee Psychiatric Association and the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin.

Brittney received her bachelor of science in Psychology at Mississippi State University and her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Marriage/Couples, and Family counseling at the University of Alabama. Brittney is a National Certified Counselor and a licensed professional counselor mental health specialist currently under licensure supervision. Her background includes working with trauma and accompanying disorders, type one diabetics, and eating disorders. My passion for becoming a human helper is driven by the honor of walking with people through their pain into healing and assisting people in seeing their ability for resiliency. 

Originally from Memphis, Jordan spent the past twelve years in Jackson, MS where she met her future husband and completed her education.  Jordan earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Millsaps College, and her Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mississippi College.  She enjoys going on adventures, dancing, and experiencing new cultures.

Elissa Mackie has her Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology in Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling from the University of Colorado- Colorado Springs. She specializes in the area of Art Therapy and unconscious work. She has worked with the mental health community in psychiatric acute care for ten years and felt called to work with eating disorders over a decade ago. She is a Nationally Certified Counselor and a member of the National Eating Disorder Association. Elissa has advanced experience in psychiatric conditions, art therapy, individual, group and family therapy. She believes that we often hide our true selves and are able to find ourselves from within through the use of art and psychological metaphors.

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Catherine received her Bachelor's in Psychology from the University of Tennessee (Go Vols!), and then went on to earn her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Memphis. She is a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), and is currently working towards licensure as a professional counselor. She has experience working with children, college students and adult women on issues primarily related to trauma, depression and anxiety.

Ms. Julian joined the Fairhaven team in spring of 2015.  She received a Bachelor of Arts from Murray State University and a Master of Education in Licensed Professional Counseling from Stephens College. She feels privileged to be able to combine her love of creative self-expression in the arts with her passion for the field of counseling through her work in  psychodrama.

Natalie Ragland received her Bachelor of Science in nursing and Bachelor of Fine Arts  in dance and theater from the University of Memphis. She is a registered nurse, a certified yoga and Pilates instructor and a modern dancer. She has worked with somatic therapies focusing on body-mind integration through movement, breath, mindfulness and meditation for 15 years. 

Amanda graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor in Social Work. She went on to complete a Masters in Social Work from Simmons College in Boston. Amanda is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) working towards licensure as a clinical social worker. Amanda's professional focus is working with individuals and families to heal from trauma and trauma-reactive behaviors. Amanda is also passionate about working with other professionals to develop trauma-sensitive practices. Amanda is an artist in her free time and enjoys utilizing art and creativity in the healing process.

Dana received her Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies and Master of Education in Instructional Design.  She is a registered yoga and mediation teacher with a passion for breath work and mantra meditations.  Dana is inpired by truth and beauty in all of its forms and finds it most easily in nature, yoga, and poetry. 

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Sheridan received her Master of Arts in Counseling and her Educational Specialist in Professional Counseling from Seton Hall University. She is a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Licensed Proefessional Counselor/Mental Health Services Provider (LPC/MHSP). She has over 10 years of experience working in behavioral health including acute inpatient, school, corrections, and outpatient settings. Sheridan is originally from the North East but made Memphis her home in the spring 2017. When she is not at work, she enjoys spending time outdoors. She is an avid scuba diver and Divemaster with over one hundred dives.

Mary will be graduating from the University of Memphis, in December 2019, with a Masters in Clinical Mental Heath Counseling.  She currently holds a Bachelor of Science in Family Studies and Human Development from the University of Arizona.  

Donya graduated from Rhodes College with a Bachelors in Neuroscience and a minor in Religious Studies.  She later attended the University of Memphis, where she obtained her Masters in Public Health.  

As a Registered Dietitian and a Registered Nurse, Whitney is professionally trained with experience ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for a wide variety of patients with diverse needs. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from the University of Tennessee at Martin, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, and a Masters of Science in Nutrition from the University of Memphis. 

A recent transplant from Southern California, Emily received her Bachelors of Science degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from California State University, Long Beach. Emily completed her accreditation hours to become a registered dietitian working at the Veterans’ Affairs of Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System while working on her Masters of Science in Nutritional Science at California State University, Long Beach.   

Jenny brings to Fairhaven over 11 years of clinical and outpatient experience in providing medical nutrition therapy for acute care and behavioral health patients.  Jenny earned a Bachelor of Consumer Science and Education with a concentration in Dietetics degree from the Univeristy of Memphis. She is a Registered Dietitian, a Licensed Dietitian-Nutritionist, and holds a Certificate of Training in Childhood and Adolescent Weight Management. 

Lisa holds a Bachelor of Science in Home Economics from Memphis State University. Her extensive background in food service preparation includes over a decade of kitchen ministry at Hope Church in Cordova, meal preparations for Target House and Ronald McDonald House, and mission work in Mexico and Costa Rica.

Kathy has a Bachelor's in Health and Human Performance with a concentration in Dietetics and is a Registered Dietetic Technician.  Kathy has a passion for nutrition.  She loves educating people on what really defines healthy and normal eating.  Her passion is working with eating disorder clients and helping them reclaim their joy.

Native to Memphis and 10+ year Air Force veteran, Chef Leslie recently decided to get back to her roots and move home to Memphis after spending over 15 years living abroad. After 10 years in a versatile and support focused military career, she decided to work towards her culinary goals and moved to Orlando, Florida to receive classical french culinary training at Le Cordon Bleu. She discovered early on that cooking was therapeutic for her and found passion in each plate she made.

Chef Nicole "Nikki" Fitzgerald received her A.S. degree in Culinary Art & Restaurant Management in 2015. While pursuing her degree at L'Ecole Culinaire in Memphis, TN, she served a selected Student Ambassador and graduated in the top 5% of her class with Honors. Nicole discovered her passion to create culinary art at the young age of 11yrs old, as she would gain basic culinary skills while assisting her grandmother in the kitchen. Chef Nikki has worked in many sectors in the culinary industry such as food service management, restaurant, and as a private chef, however, she has found the most gratification in growing her small but flourishing catering company, Southern Elite Gourmet, LLC and now serving as Residential Chef at Fairhaven. Married to her high school sweetheart and the mother of two wonderful children, Nicole brings a sense of nurturing with every dish prepared for our clients and staff.

As a life long Memphian, Ashli attended L'ecole Culinaire where she graduated at the top of her class with a degree in Restaurant Management.  Ashli's passion for cooking began when she was a small girl; she now enjoys that sentiment spending time baking with her daughter.  When she is not hard at work in the kitchen, Ashli loves to travel with her family and also create pieces of art.

After serving in the US Air Force for four years, Erian attended and graduated from Baptist College of Health Sciences with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.  While working as an emergency department nurse for the next three years, Erian developed great leadership skills and realized she had a great aptitude for managing critical incidents and making emergent decisions.  In her free time, Erian enjoys zip-lining and rock climbing to help releases positive endorphins. 

Tom has worked in healthcare for over 20 years in executive leadership roles. His background includes sales management, business development, leadership training and market access consulting.

Shaun has over 30 years experience in medical finance and practice management as a Business Manager for a large ophthalmic clinic and surgery center, National Director for a senior living corporation, Regional Business Operations Manager for surgery and urgent care centers and Healthcare Management and Revenue Cycle Consultant.

Jessica received her BA degree in Psychology from the University of Mississippi and has over 15 years of experience in Medical Practice Management and Business Operations Administration.  She enjoys spending time with her family, cheering on the Arkansas Razorbacks, and playing ball with her two boys.

Jennifer earned her Master's in Health Administration from A.T. Still University. 

Jeannie earned her B.A. degree in Psychology from The University of Memphis.  She has always been interested in the field of psychology, and has several years of professional experience in the social/psychology field.

Christy grew up outside of Cleveland, Ohio; making the greater Memphis area her home in October of 2016.  She graduated from Kent State University with a Major in Business Administration and a minor in Marketing.  She enjoys the outdoors, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.  

Pa'Sonna earned her Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from the University of Memphis, and is certified in CPR and CPI.  She brings to Fairhaven her experience as a mentor, a counselor, and a residential coordinator. 

Rebecca was born and raised in Collierville, TN and is proud to #Choose901.  She graduated from Harding University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a minor in Bible/Ministry.  Rebecca has experience working in behavioral health including acute inpatient and residential settings.  She enjoys spending time with her husband and dogs, exploring the outdoors, kayaking with her German Shepherd, traveling, and baking.  Rebecca is passionate about mental health, her family, and her faith.

Elyza received her Bachelor of Arts in Health Psychology from the University of Memphis. She brings to Fairhaven her experience in research and as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional. 

A native of North Alabama, David began working at Fairhaven in September 2017.  David has a vast knowledge of maintenance and warehousing, is OSHA certified in mechanical operation, high angle rescue and fire brigade and has extensive training in safety operations.  As facilities manager and safety officer , David is responsible for upkeep of all Fairhaven properties including contractor scheduling, safety inspections and maintenance and appliance supply orders. David and his wife, Suzanne, are empty nesters that enjoy traveling and spending time with family and four furbabies, Zoe, Mack, Maggie Mae and Lexie. In addition to being facilities manager and safety officer, David is the Fairhaven Elvis impersonator.

Stacey has extensive experience helping people feel secure and settled in various environments. Her talents and practiced eye for blending landscaping, interior decorating, maintenance, security, and functionality create safe, comfortable havens for employees, clients, and visitors. She is a consummate professional who interacts with all of the Fairhaven's stakeholders and holds vendors to the highest standards of workmanship.

Miranda has a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Belhaven University and received a Master’s in Business Administration with a Concentration in Human Resource Management from Strayer University.