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Meet the Team


  • Owner

    Michelle Smith is the owner and CEO of Second Mile Behavioral Health also known as “Boss Lady.” Michelle loves being able to lead an AMAZING group of people in service to those in need. When Michelle isn’t working, she enjoys being at home with her family and her dogs, as well as watching her son play baseball. She loves to shop, enjoys reading and is a huge fan of Yellowstone! Her favorite quote is “A dreamer, that’s what she was. “


  • Owner

    Shane Garland is the owner/partner of Second Mile Behavioral Health. Shane loves being able to serve and help the people in his community that need it the most. When Shane isn’t working, he loves Fishing and working out. His favorite quote is “The only impossible journey is the one you never begin.” -Tony Robbins

  • Angela Brewer is the Assistant Executive Director at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Angela enjoys giving back to the community and providing much needed services to individuals. When she isn’t working Angela enjoys spending time with family and friends. She loves outdoors, fishing, reading and watching a great action movie! Angela’s favorite quote is “Ignite the mind’s spark to rise the sun in you.” -Florence Nightingale

  • Shawn Allen is our Human Resources Director at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Shawn handles interviewing and onboarding of all new employees. He strives to develop strong enough relationships with supervisors and employees to identify each office’s cohesiveness and health. When he isn’t working Shawn enjoys the outdoors, hunting and fishing. He also loves to travel and see new places. Shawn has a Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Ministry and has been a pastor for the last 18years. His favorite quote is “I used to think I had to act a certain way to follow God, but now I know God doesn’t want us to be typical.” -Bob Goff

Administrative Team

  • Anita Kiser is the Referral Coordinator for Second Mile Behavioral Health as well as a community support associate. Anita loves working with the community and making a difference in the lives of her clients. When she isn’t working, Anita enjoys spending time with her family and friends, loves her fur babies and believes that one of the best parts of life is her grand babies. Her favorite quote is “Rise above the storm and you will find the sunshine.”

  • Mona Smith is the office manager of Laurel County and plays a key role in the operations at Second Mile. Mona loves being in a position that allows her to work with the community in a CSA role along with office management and loves her coworkers. When she isn’t working Mona enjoys traveling with her children. Her favorite quote is “Girl you Got this.”

  • Trevor Pennington is our director of Marketing and Community Outreach at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Trevor loves having the opportunity to direct clients to the mental health services that they need, Trevor loves music and can play 4 instruments. He is all about family and loves spending time with his kids. His favorite scripture is “Be strong and do not give up for your work will be rewarded.” 2nd Chronicles 15:7

Therapists

  • Kendall Deaton is a therapist at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Kendall see’s children in office as well as at Johnson Elementary School. She considers herself to be the child whisperer. Kendall specializes in working with children and makes a point to ensure that her clients feel heard. When Kendall isn’t working, she enjoys playing with her dogs and exercising. Kendall’s favorite quote is “Remember that you are an expert on your own life.”

  • Savannah Williford is a therapist with Second Mile Behavioral Health. Savannah has experience working with multiple mental health issues including depression, anxiety, grief, crisis and trauma. Savannah loves that at second mile she has the opportunity to offer faith-based counseling as well.

  • Debra Smith is a therapist for Second Mile Behavioral Health and provides services in office as well as Laurel County Day Treatment. Debra specializes in working with teens as well as women and children that have experienced domestic violence. Debra loves to help people process and heal from the trauma they have experienced. When she isn’t working Debra enjoys spending time with her children and family and loves to read and shop. Debra’s favorite quote is “Sometimes we grow up to be the people that we needed as children.”

  • Brittany Bowling is a therapist for Second Mile Behavioral Health. Brittany sees clients in office as well as at Hunter Hills Elementary School. Brittany loves what she does and loves seeing her client’s progress form the beginning of the therapeutic process to the end. When Brittany isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with her husband and son traveling the United States. Her favorite quote is “if you think you’ve ruined God’s plan for your life, you, my friend, are not that powerful.” - Lisa Bevere

  • Terry Nelson is a therapist at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Terry see’s children in office as well as at the McDaniel Learning Center.

  • Veronica Huddle is a therapist with Second Mile Behavioral Health. Veronica see’s clients in office as well as at Bush Elementary School. Veronica has experience working with multiple mental health issues including depression, anxiety, grief, crisis and trauma. When she isn’t working, Veronica enjoys spending time with her boyfriend, friends, and family. She enjoys traveling, crafting and baking. Her favorite quote is “My dark days made me strong Or maybe I was already strong, and they made me prove it.” -Emery Lord

  • Christin Freeman is a Therapist with Second Mile Behavioral Health. Christin is passionate about working with those who have experienced traumatic situations in their lives and loves being able to make a difference. When she isn’t working Christin loves crafting or taking photos at ballgames. She loves to travel and explore as well. Christin’s favorite quote is “If the good Lord willing and the creek don’t rise.”

  • Stephanie King is a Therapist at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Stephanie enjoys helping other people around her and watching them grow and learn. When she isn’t working, Stephanie enjoys spending time with her children. She loves trying new restaurants, parks, shopping and reading books. Her favorite quote is “Don’t wait for everything to be perfect before you enjoy your life.” -Joyce Myers

  • Ryan Grubbs is a Therapist at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Ryan sees clients at North Laurel High School. Ryan enjoys engaging with students to learn their particular strengths to help ensure that their high school experience may be remembered as the best time of their lives. When he isn’t working, Ryan enjoys spending time with his children. He also enjoys coaching baseball, fishing, and watching UK sports. His favorite quote is “A small body of determined spirits fired by unquenchable faith in their mission can alter the course of history.’ -Mahatma Gandhi

  • Callie Quillen is a Therapist with Second Mile Behavioral Health. Callie sees clients at Keavy Elementary. Callie enjoys working with children in a school setting and watching them achieve their goals. When she isn’t working, Callie enjoys spending time with her son, hiking, camping and traveling. Her favorite quote is Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.

  • Cynthia Money is a Therapist at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Cynthia loves helping others find their voice, overcome obstacles, and realize their worth. She loves seeing the growth as the clients discover their passion and embrace change. When she isn’t working, Cynthia enjoys spending time with her family and reading. Her favorite quote is “Every time you smile at someone, it is an action of love, a gift to that person, a beautiful thing.”

  • Ashley Simpson is a therapist with Second Mile Behavioral Health. Ashley sees children at Wyan Pine Grove Elementary. She loves getting to connect with the kids and seeing how much progress they make by having a person to talk to about big emotions. When she isn’t working, Ashley loves being with her children and family, traveling and going to concerts. Her favorite quote is “You’ll never do a whole lot unless you’re brave enough to try.” -Dolly Partin

  • Tara Anderson is a Therapist at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Tara enjoys being able to help her client’s and watching them succeed at their goals. When she isn’t working, Tara enjoys going to the water park with her children, going to the beach as often as possible and watching her kids participate in extracurricular activities. Tara’s favorite quote is “You don’t have to control your thoughts. You just have to stop letting them control you.” -Dan Millman

  • Morgan Lakes is a Therapist with Second Mile Behavioral Health. Morgan enjoys feeling like she can provide a secure and welcoming space for the children she works with that allows them to feel heard, valued, and emotionally supported. When she isn’t working, Morgan loves spending time with family and engaging activities that her little girl enjoys. Morgans favorite quote is “Try to be a rainbow in someone else’s cloud.” -Maya Angelou

  • Stephanie Jones is a licensed therapist with Second Mile Behavioral Health. Stephanie provides therapy services in Knox county schools, Hunter Hills Elementary in Laurel County as well as office settings for adult clients. Stephanie enjoys helping others identify their strengths and progress while inspiring hope for positive change with the battles they are experiencing. When she isn't working, Stephanie enjoys creating new memories while spending time with her family and friends and being outdoors. Her favorite quote is "Blessings are coming. There will be days when you don't see it, and moments when you don't feel it, but you are worthy of all the good that awaits you."

  • Halee Robbins is a Therapist at Second Mile Behavioral Health. She is an advocate, listener and friend to her clients. Halee loves to see the smile on her clients faces when they make a step towards change. Halee is a current student and is working toward her MSW, so this currently consumes most of her free time outside of work. Her favorite scripture is “She is clothed in strength and dignity and laughs without fear of the future.” Proverbs 31:25

  • Candace Harris is a Therapist at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Candace works with clients at Colony and London Elementary. She enjoys working with children and their families, helping them reach their goals and overcome obstacles in their life. When she isn’t working she enjoys spending time with her fiancée and her family, and her 2 dogs. Candace loves going to concerts, amusements parks, and going riding on the RZR. Her favorite quote “it’s good to have your roots, but you need to spread your wings”

  • Kayla Holt is a Therapist at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Her favorite part of her job is to build relationships with today’s youth that are struggling. When she isn’t working Kayla loves spending time with her family. Her favorite scripture is “O taste and see that the Lord’s good; Blessed is the man that trusted in him.” Psalms 34:8

  • Amy Farris is a therapist at Second Mile Behavioral Health. As, a therapist Amy finds great fulfillment in helping individuals navigate the complex terrain of their emotions and relationships. When she isn’t working, Amy enjoys moments spent with her husband and children whether that be embarking on an adventure, throwing axes, or treasure hunting at thrift stores. Her favorite quote is Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.

  • Catina Searcey is a Therapist at Second Mile Behavioral Health. She enjoys being able to help individuals and families improve their mental health and develop coping strategies. When she isn’t working, Catina enjoys Hiking and doing anything outdoors. Her favorite quote is The Man in the Arena by Theodore Roosevelt

TCM Supervisors

  • Rhonda Mills is a Targeted Case Management Supervisor at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Rhonda enjoys being able to help others when they need it the most. When she isn’t working Rhonda loves spending time with her family and friends, enjoys reading, hiking and traveling. Her favorite quote is “Keep on keeping on.”

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  • Amy Hembree is a Targeted Case Manager at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Amy loves that she gets the opportunity to work with people to help them grow, succeed and excel. When Amy isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with her family, boating, camping, hiking and watching movies. Her favorite quote is “The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.”

Targeted Case Managers

  • Christa Gabbard is a Targeted Case Manager at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Christa's goal when working with clients is to get them from where they are to where they need to be. She loves having the opportunity to be the hands and feet of Jesus to her clients and going the "Second Mile" with them. Christa has a background in education with a Bachelors in Science and emphasis in Behavioral Health. When she's not working, she is spending time with her husband and serving in ministry with him. You'll find her in her kitchen, garden, or traveling to tell other women about Jesus. Her favorite scripture is, "Come and hear, all who fear God, and I will tell of what He has done for my soul." Psalm 66:16

  • Melody Ibsen is a targeted case manager at Second Mile Behavioral Health. She enjoys helping her clients find the way to making a better life. When Melody isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with her daughter and volunteering with the Marching band. Melody has two favorite quotes, the first is even miracles take a little time -Cinderella and the other is a bible verse, We love because he first loved us 1John 4:19

  • Hollie Freeman is a Targeted Case Manager at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Hollie loves being able to be a resource to the community for those who seek to better their quality of life. When she isn’t working, Hollie enjoys traveling, spending time with family and playing fetch with her Great Dane, Suede Rhinestone. Hollie’s favorite quote is the man in the Arena, penned by President Theodore Roosevelt, it’s a reminder that as long as we continue to strive and work hard, no matter the outcome and no matter the opinion of our critics we can say we gave it our best.

  • Vanna Hobbs is a Targeted Case Manger at Second Mile Behavioral Health.

  • Scottie Lanham is a Targeted Case Manager at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Scottie considers himself to be a liaison for addiction to recovery and enjoys helping people. When he isn’t working, Scottie loves playing softball, basketball, going to the gym, going to Ky games, and concerts. His favorite quote is Don’t give up, don’t ever give up.”-Jim Valvano

  • Jessica Smith is a Targeted Case Manager at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Jessica considers herself to be an advocate for children and families in the community. When she isn’t working Jessica enjoys binge watching tv shows, and spending time with her husband and children. Her favorite quote is “When things do not go your way, remember that every challenge -every adversity - contains within it the seeds of opportunity and growth.

  • Angie Estridge is a Targeted Case Manager with Second Mile at South Laurel Middle School. Sheila enjoys connecting with the kids and seeing them meet goals they once thought were completely impossible to reach. When she isn’t at work, she enjoys spending time with her granddaughter, her family and reading books. Angie’s favorite scripture is Psalm 20:4 May he grant you your heart’s desire and fulfill all your plans.

  • Meg Keyton is a Targeted Case Manager at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Meg considers herself a mentor an liaison for the children and families that she works with. When she isn’t working she enjoys being with her family on their farm. Meg’s favorite quote is “Speak your mind, even if your voice shakes.” -Maggie Smith

  • Caitlin is a Targeted Case Manager at Second Mile Behavioral Health. She enjoys being able to help people accomplish their goals and watching them succeed. Caitlin has a Bachelor’s degree in Science with a background of teaching 1st grade math, reading and 4th grade science. Outside of work her favorite thing to do is spend time with her family outdoors. Her favorite quote is “Grow through what you go through.”

  • Dana Asayesh is a Targeted Case Manager with Second Mile Behavioral Health. Dana considers herself to be a “Problem Solver” and feels her job allows her the opportunity to think outside of the box and find solutions that help support her clients. When she isn’t working Dana enjoys being with family doing any kind of activity outside such as camping and hiking and has a great love for yoga and fitness. Dana’s favorite quote is “Those who dare to fail miserably can achieve greatly.” -John F Kennedy

  • Haley House-Teaney is a Targeted Case Manager at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Haley enjoys making connections with others and working within our community to leave a lasting, positive impact. When she isn’t working Haley enjoys spending time with her family and animals and working in her small shop, Thistle and Pine Company. Her favorite quote is “I know the heart of life is good.” -John Mayer

  • Tessa King is a Targeted Case Manager with Second Mile Behavioral Health. Tessa loves being able to help others and make a small difference in their lives means everything to her. When she isn’t working, Tessa loves being at home with her family. Tessa has two little girls that she loves spending any free time that she has with them. Tessa’s favorite scripture is “Faith can move Mountains.” Mathew 17:20

  • Lindsay Abner is a Targeted Case Manager at Second Mile Behavioral Health. She loves being able to advocate for her clients and having the opportunity to help her clients reach their goals. When she isn’t working, Lindsay enjoys spending time with her cat, family and friends and being outside. Her favorite quote is “Be the reason someone believes in good people.”

  • Kristen Truty is a Targeted Case Manager with Second Mile Behavioral Health. Kristen’s feels that her role is to do anything she can to assist individuals in finding the resources that they need. Her main goal and passion is to help others. When she isn’t working Kristen loves spending time with her family, partner and friends. Kristens favorite quote is “You, yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve you love and affection.”

  • Michelle McKeehan is a Targeted Case Manager and Community support specialist at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Michelle enjoys working with clients and families to instill hope and help them to reach their goals. When she isn’t working Michelle enjoys spending time at sporting events with her college students and is a breeder of golden retrievers. Michells favorite quote is “The only difference between a good day and a great day is your attitude.”

  • Chelsea Rawlings is a Targeted Case Manager at Second Mile Behavioral Health. She considers herself to be a helping hand to clients when they achieve something that to them was impossible. When Chelsea isn’t working, she enjoys going to church, small group, spending time with her daughter, reading, and working out. Her favorite scripture is “But the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and wiling to yield to others. It is full of mercy and the fruit of good deeds. It shows no favoritism and is always sincere. And those who are peacemakers will plant seeds of peace and reap a harvest of righteousness.” James 3:17-18

  • Mary Perry is a Targeted Case Manager at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Mary loves being able to link clients to the resources that they need to help them succeed. When she isn’t working, Mary enjoys spending time with her family and traveling. Her favorite scripture is Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you, “declares the Lord,” Plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

  • Hunter Lewis is a targeted case manager for Second Mile Behavioral Health. Hunter loves the field because it allows him to meet clients where they are. When he isn’t working, Hunter loves to cook, travel and learn about new places to visit. Hunters favorite quote is “In the middle of every difficulty lies opportunity.” - Albert Einstein

  • Cici Strong is a Targeted Case Manager at Second Mile Behavioral Health. Cici enjoys helping people overcome their obstacles, achieve their goals, and grow. When she isn’t working Cici loves the outdoors, hiking, kayaking, and being active. She also loves spending time with family and friends. Cici’s favorite quote is “Try to be a rainbow in someone’s cloud.” -Maya Angelou

  • Andrea Bishop is a Targeted Case Manager with Second Mile Behavioral Health. Andrea enjoys being able to help her clients reach their goals. When she isn’t working, Andrea loves being in the kitchen cooking meals for her family and spends all of her free time with her little girl. Andrea’s favorite bible verse is “I would have lost heart, unless I had believed that I would see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living.” Psalm 27

  • Meg Carpenter is a Targeted Case Manager in our Jackson County office. Meg loves helping clients overcome things that they didn’t think they could get through. She loves to empower others and be a listening ear and source of support for those who don’t otherwise have it. When she isn’t working Meg enjoys spending time with her family, playing basketball, and being outdoors. Meg’s favorite quote is Be the change that you wish to see in the world.

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