Lisa Ann Smith (she/her/hers)
JD, M.Ed., CCCJS, MAC, LPC, LCMHC, Mediator, BC-TMH
Therapist & Co-founder
I am passionate about my work and strongly believe in the healing benefits of psychotherapy. I view therapy as a process through which we explore the issues that confront you, place them in a context and develop strategies for change. By engaging in this process not only do we learn new ways of coping or getting “unstuck” but we also develop a more genuine relationship with ourselves, others and the world in general. I am authentic and direct but a considerate therapist who will work with you and assist in empowering you to move forward in meeting your goals with care, compassion and a sense of humor.
Lisa has been working in the Behavioral Health field since 1993 and has a rich and diverse range of experiences from working with patients/clients in Mental Health Centers, Detox Clinics, Universities, Correctional Facilities, and Hospitals.
Her experience spans disorders, populations and modes of treatment from working with chronically mentally ill to individuals dealing with anxiety, substance abuse, depression, mood disorders, to people wanting to improve communication, coping with loss and trauma, help couples dealing with relationship issues, developing family and interpersonal relationships to career transitions.
Lisa’s education encompasses a, Doctor of Jurisprudence, Master of Education in Guidance and Counseling, Clinically Certified Criminal Justice Specialist, Masters Addictions Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor and Mediator (Registered Neutral).
Lisa has an extensive education and work career from management to being a Director for a large corporation dealing with system initiatives, coaching development and contract negotiations but therapy has become her life’s passion. Lisa has had a long interest in incorporating animals in therapeutic settings and did a thesis paper on pet therapy in her Master’s program. She has been blessed with several therapy dogs in her years of practice. She now has Oliver who is training to be a therapy dog. Oliver is a Goldendoodle and he can’t wait to meet you.
Lenice Metelo (she/her/hers)
M.S., Ed.S, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Therapist & Co-founder
My objective in counseling is to help you clarify issues, gain insight into your thoughts and feelings to deal effectively with problems such as depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, substance abuse, alcoholism, and grief. I will work with you to help you identify your strengths, gain insight into your ways of thinking, feelings and begin a process of change and growth. Sometimes you know WHAT you need to do but just can’t do it! Counseling can help you understand what is getting in your way of making the changes you want in your life. Counseling can also teach you ways of dealing with stressful life events and circumstances you cannot change. My goal is to help you analyze and respond to the internal pressures and negative attitudes towards yourself or others.
Lenice has been working in the Behavioral Health field since 2005 and has a vast experience with different treatment modalities such as assessments, intakes, psycho educational groups, psychotherapy groups, seminars, individual therapy, family therapy and couples counseling. Her expertise has led her to do many presentations, classes and workshops.
She has successfully helped others address a wide variety of issues through a genuine therapeutic alliance. Her areas of interests include: Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief and Loss, Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Panic Disorder, Self-Esteem Issues, Stress Management, Alcohol & Substance Abuse Issues, LGBTQI Issues, Psychotic Disorders, Career & Work Issues, and Relationship Issues.
Lenice’s education and credentials encompasses an Education Specialist in Professional Counseling (Ed.S.), Master of Science in Professional Counseling (M.S.), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). She is also a member of the American Counseling Association.
Lenice’s work career in the Behavioral Health field started as a therapist leading groups in an Intensive Outpatient Program and Partial Hospitalization Program. Her focus moved in time from mental health to substance abuse and eventually to co-occurring disorders (mental health & substance abuse issues). Lenice then started concentrating on assessments as well as individual counseling. Her skills led her to work in management as a clinical coordinator, supervising staff in an Intensive Outpatient Program and Partial Hospitalization Program. Her responsibilities grew to incorporate some aspects of Court Services and a 24/7 Crises Call Center. As Lenice began to center her attention to outpatient services, it became apparent how much she missed and enjoyed the therapeutic process. Lenice is pleased to be have come full circle and be back doing what she loves, working with individuals, family and couples in her tele-mental health practice.
Greg Haley (he/him/his)
M.D.
Medical Director & Psychiatrist
I want to bring a warm and welcoming feeling to my patients based on feedback as we develop
a treatment alliance. My role in this alliance will focus mainly on medication management
though I also want to spend time with patients exploring areas of difficulties.
Dr. Greg Haley began his medical career in Internal Medicine but after a very rewarding rotation
in the psychiatric crisis evaluation department at Wishard Memorial, he realized his interest in
looking at each patient as a whole person. So he applied and was accepted for a residency at
the University of Southern California’s Psychiatric Residency Program then transferred back
home to the Indiana University psychiatric residency program, where he completed his training
in 1994.
Dr. Haley’s work experience varied over the years from working with high functioning clients
with mood, anxiety and substance abuse disorders in a private practice setting to a day
treatment clinic for clients with more intense and chronic mental illness. Dr. Haley is also a
provider of an office-based solution for management of ongoing opiate dependence
(Suboxone), an alternative to Methadone management for clients struggling with this issue.
Dr Haley’s role at 1 Alliance Counseling & Psychotherapy Services as Medical Director and
Psychiatrist is focusing mainly on “medication management” with the patient, though he enjoys
working in such a collegiate environment with other therapists as well as working with patients
established therapist or referring them to a caring and reputable professional within or outside
the practice to meet their therapeutic and/or medical needs.
Angela Dawson (she/her/hers)
M.D.
Psychiatrist
I strive to gain a complete understanding of what is going on with my patients. I am always thorough in evaluating symptoms and explaining the treatment options that would best suit each individual. I make it a priority to help my patients understand why some medications are different from others in terms of side effects and how they work. I aim to be kind, knowledgeable, and helpful to all my patients, providing the best possible care and support.
Dr. Angela Dawson is an experienced psychiatrist renowned for her expertise in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Zoology from the University of Georgia (1987) and earned her medical degree with honors from Mercer University School of Medicine (1992). Dr. Dawson completed an internship at Eastern Virginia Medical School (1992-1993) and then pursued a Psychiatry Residency and a fellowship in Child, Adolescent, and Family Psychiatry at the Medical College of Georgia, Augusta University (1993-1997).
Dr. Dawson is double board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in General Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. She has completed SAMHSA training, authorizing her to prescribe Buprenorphine since 2007.
A member of the American Medical Association (AMA), the American Psychiatric Association (APA), and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Dr. Dawson is highly regarded in her field and her professional journey spans several notable positions.
She specializes in treating conditions such as ADHD, ADD, alcoholism, drug dependence, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, and depression. She has also been involved in telemedicine and PTSD research.
Jamie Mahaffey (she/her/hers)
LCSW
Lead Therapist
I have a strong passion to help restore relationships (specifically marriages) and the issues that plague them. My love of treating mental health concerns in a psychotherapeutic way allows for me to empower my clients to make healthy decisions for a better life. I believe that I am called to this field and hope to challenge irrational belief patterns that keep you stagnant and unproductive by concurrently identifying your strengths, building insight to make better life choices. Better life choices lead to changed behaviors and better relationships with others. I desire to assist you in reaching your optimal health by exploring yourself and challenging you in order to gain insight to make healthy life decisions. I believe that each person has purpose and value and through exploration of family history, current relationship dynamics and life experiences, one can discover who they truly are and gain freedom to be an autonomous fully-functioning individual who is safe and authentic in his/her own strength. In doing so, this will require a therapeutic relationship of collaboration, accountability, and honesty.
Jamie has been working in the field of Mental Health since 2006. She has two Masters in Social Work and Marriage and Family Therapy. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She has diverse work experiences with children and adults in individual/couples/family/group counseling, crisis intervention, diagnostic and trauma assessments, medical social work, child advocacy/abuse prevention, and psychotherapy. She has worked in varying levels of care: outpatient, in-home counseling, partial hospitalization programs, and the hospital settings.
Her areas of interest include:
- Individual, Couples, and Family Therapy,
- Alcohol & Substance Abuse/Addiction issues
- Pre-marital Counseling
- Women’s Issues
- Relationship Issues
- Conflict Management
- Grief & Loss
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Trauma
Jamie began her career working in the areas of child advocacy for children who are victims of abuse/neglect, along with children and youth who are subjected to sexual exploitation and sex trafficking. She has also been qualified as an expert in child abuse and forensic interviewing in 3 counties in Georgia (court testimony). Jamie has served low-income persons, at-risk children (ages 6-18) with behavioral and mental health problems, the severely mentally-ill, healthcare professionals with substance abuse issues in a private setting, families dealing with child abuse and domestic violence, & active suicidal, homicidal, and psychotic persons in crisis. Jamie also served as a Hospice Social Worker. In addition, she has enjoyed working with community-based agencies to assist persons in coping with mental health issues to prevent hospitalization.
Yvette M. Cianfaglione (she/her/hers)
LPC
Therapist
My style encompasses humor and directness in order to bring clarity to the client. My philosophy of treatment is establishing a therapeutic relationship in a safe and trusting environment which fosters the client’s ability to increase insight and awareness as well as identifying and utilizing effective coping skills to bring about change.
Yvette has been in Behavioral Health since 1989. She studied as an undergraduate at the University of Connecticut and then earned her Master’s Degree in Counseling at Saint Joseph College. She holds a Georgia License for Professional Counselors which she’s had since 2001. Yvette’s ability to truly help her clients have made her well-respected in her field. Yvette has worked in private practice as well as institutional settings. Her background and experience varies widely. In addition to individual, group, couples and family therapy, Yvette’s specialties include:
- Addiction Issues
- Anxiety Disorder
- Depression
- Mood Disorders
- Post-Traumatic Stress
- Couples and Relationship Issues
- and Self Esteem.
“Through my life experiences I’ve become adept at bringing order to chaos. My life’s work has been to help others navigate the turbulent waters of their own crisis situations.”
Jill Rawls (she/her/hers)
Administrative Assistant to Dr. Haley
With over twenty years of administrative and office services experience, Jill has built a solid reputation as an organized and creative problem solver. Jill has a natural ability to listen and brings ease and comfort coordinating clients with the services and information they need for continued care working closely with the Medical Director/Psychiatrist and other staff members.
Kim Tapp (she/her/hers)
Practice Administrator and Provider Administrator to Dr. Dawson
Kim has extensive experience in both clinical and administrative sides of mental health and addiction services. Kim’s Bachelors’ and Master’s degree have been beneficial assisting medical staff and clients with regards to resources and education and has a passion to help reduce the stigma of mental health and addiction. Kim works on the administrative side to support our staff and clients needs.