Staff


 Kathy D. Mansfield, M.Ed., M.S.
Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist, Certified Clinical Supervisor, Founder
Services Offered:  individual, family or group counseling; consultation; training and supervision
Education:  B.S., Longwood College, 1965; M.Ed., University of Virginia, 1969; M.S., East Carolina University, 1992
Professional Background:
Kathy has worked as a mental health counselor and addictions specialist in public and private settings since 1992. She has also provided consultation, training and supervision.
Personal Interests: 
Kathy uses Rational Emotive Therapy, behavioral and insight-oriented therapies to provide counseling to individuals and families with problems resulting from life stressors, physical disabilities, mental health and substance abuse issues.


Lori K. Hawkins, M.A.
Licensed Psychological Associate, Health Services Provider-Psychological Associate, Nationally Certified Psychologist
Services Offered:  treatment for children and families; treatment of adult women; psychological testing; consultation and training
Education:  B.A., Psychology, Virginia Commonwealth University, 1980; M.A., Counseling Psychology, Fayetteville State University, 1994
Professional Background:
Lori was in private practice in Clinton, NC for six years. When she moved to New Bern, she worked as a psychologist for the Craven County Schools. She also taught at Craven Community College. Lori joined clinical staff in 2002.
Personal Interests:
Lori has special interests in child development, parent training, ADHD, and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy.
 



 Bethanne T. Jacobson, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist, Health Services Provider-Psychologist
Services Offered:  assessment and treatment of adult women; marital and relationship counseling; trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy for children and adolescents; consultation and supervision
Education:  B.A., Economics, Washington & Jefferson College, 1985; M.S., Rehabilitation Counseling, West Virginia University, 1992; Ph.D., Counseling Psychology, West Virginia University, 2003; Internship: University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Professional Background:
Bethanne has worked as a mental health therapist in a variety of settings since 1992. She joined our clinical staff after completing her pre-doctoral internship in 2004. Although she works primarily in her private office, Bethanne also provides consultation and supervision to other community agencies.
Personal Interests:
Bethanne has interests in family systems and the impact of early family experiences on growth and development, interpersonal theoretical orientation in conjunction with cognitive behavioral techniques, consultation and supervision.


Henry D. Beckwith, Psy.D.
Licensed Psychologist; Health Services Provider-Psychologist
Services Offered:  Assessment and treatment services for children, adolescents and adults; consultation and supervision
Education:  B.A., Psychology, UNC Wilmington, 1993; M.A., Psychology, Western Carolina University, 1995; Psy.D., Clinical Psychology, The Virginia Consortium Program in Clinical Psychology, 2006; Internship:  Carolinas Healthcare
Professional Background: 
Henry has worked in a variety of public and private settings over the course of his career.  Prior to pursuing his doctoral degree, he worked at the former Neuse Center in Pamlico County.  He worked at Kids Central of the Carolinas most recently.
Personal Interests: 
Henry has personal interests in family therapy, group therapy, and psychological testing.


 



Kasey A. Melvin, M.A.
Licensed Psychological Associate
Services Offered:  psychological testing for children and adolescents
Education:  B.A., Mercer College, 1991; M.A., University of South Carolina, 1994
Professional Background:
Kasey has been a staff psychologist at the Children's Developmental Services Agency since 1997, providing assessment and consultative services for young children. She is an adjunct psychology instructor at Craven Community College and Pamlico Community College. Kasey joined our staff on a part-time basis in 2001.
Personal Interests:
Kasey has a special interest in the assessment of children ages birth to five years.



Susan M. Ryan, M.A.
Licensed Psychological Associate, Nationally Certified School Psychologist
Services Offered:  psychological testing of children and adolescents
Education:  B.A., College of William and Mary, 1969; M.A., Appalachian State University, 1974; Certificate of Advanced Study, School Psychology, Appalachian State University, 1979
Professional Background:
Susan worked as a school psychologist in the Burke County and Craven County Schools for 30 years. She has worked at the Camp Lejeune Dependent Schools for the past two years. Susan joined our clinical staff on a part-time basis in 2006.
Personal Interests:
Susan has personal interest in assessment and remediation of reading problems and learning disabilities.


      
 Jean Buck
Office Manager
Services Offered:  Jean manages all administrative functions in the office, including taking referrals, scheduling appointments, purchasing supplies, and overseeing billing and insurance claims. She also handles client payments and banking activities.
Education:  Pamlico County High School, 1970; Attended Pamlico Community College; Attended Craven Community College; Notary Public, State of North Carolina
Professional Background:
Jean has been our office manager since 2001. Before joining our staff, she worked for eleven years as administrative assistant to the executive director of the New Bern Historical Society. Jean has done extensive volunteer work in the local community.
Personal Interests:
Jean is actively involved in her church and other community activities. She also enjoys time with her grandchildren. She is an accomplished cook and baker.