John M Duffey, Sr. 
Executive Director & Chief Executive Officer
Clinician - In person, Weekends
AbD, MAcc, CWT, NCC, CCTP, PE, CCBT, LPC, PhD
U.S Army Combat Veteran

John M. Duffey, Sr., AbD, MAcc, NCC, CCBT, TPET, LPC is the designer, lead executive, and clinical operations executive for the Alabama Institute for Behavioral Health, PC. He is a well-decorated U.S. Army combat veteran and former war crimes and crimes against humanity investigator.  John's clinical focus is on Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Acute Stress Responses to traumatic experiences.  He has over 6,000 hours in direct clinical treatment experience for PTSD, MDD, GAD, and other mental health disorders related to and resulting from singular and multiple traumatic experiences ranging from military combat, domestic violence, sexual assault, near-death accidents, and criminal violence.  He has published over 17 peer-reviewed research papers covering PTSD related nightmares, sleep disturbances, headaches, flashbacks, and treatment modality efficacy.  

John also takes time to teach and mentor new and developing clinical counselors, clinical psychologists, and clinical social workers by providing field experience and site supervision.  He is well-known for providing high-quality and "no holds barred," real-time clinical field experiences in a safe and well controlled learning and clinical treatment environment. 

Starting and growing a company isn’t something new to John.  After leaving law enforcement in the Atlanta Area, just after the 911 attacks, he founded Joint Military Development Services, LLC which provided anti-terrorism intelligence support operations and pre-deployment preparedness training for the engagement of insurgents in Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom from 2001 to 2010.  In nine years, he managed the growth of a small business started in his garage to a $234 million per year corporation.  
 
John developed behavioral and psychological algorithms designed to accurately predict foreign leadership reactions to specified decisions and/or actions by the President (POTUS) and/or government of the United States.  

John's focus on helping the underserved population of U.S. military veterans and their immediate families resulted in his being awarded the Honorary Title of "Colonel," by Alabama Governor Kay Ivy, in the state militia.  .  
 
Duffey is no foreigner to the industry and profession of mental health and social services, either.  He was the program director for multiple programs for the State of Georgia.  He directly managed the Housing First Program, Balance of State, and other programs that provided direct mental health and social support services to those citizens who were indigent and/or homeless, addicted to drugs, or in need of special mental health services not covered by their insurance and/or unaffordable to them but critical to their functioning.  
 
John’s clinical experience includes over 15,000 hours of direct clinical counseling and nearly 12,000 hours of public assistance services through volunteer operations with the American Legion.  He has a BS and MS in Terrorism Intelligence Studies from the American Military University, BA in Psychology from Auburn University and an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Wake Forest University.  He is designated AbD by Liberty University and is in the process of completing a PsyD from Walden University in Mental Health Leadership.

Dr. Gerald “Sandy” Graham, PsyD

CLINICAL DIRECTOR
Clinician - In Person & Telehealth, Weekends 
PsyD, MS, ALC, NCC,
PE-C

Dr. Gerald S. “Sandy” Graham, commonly called Dr. Sandy, comes from a military family whose service encompasses the U.S. Navy, Air Force and Army, and who personally had a very short tenure with the U.S. Navy that ended with a classification of deaf in the left ear. Dr Sandy earned a Doctor of Psychology degree (PsyD) from the University of Arizona Global Campus (formerly
the University of the Rockies), a Master’s of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) from Walden University, is a National Certified Counselor (NCC), is licensed in Alabama as an Associate Licensed Counselor (ALC) under supervision to attain Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and specializes in Cognitive Behavior Theory with certification in Prolonged Exposure (PE)
for PTSD.  As a psychotherapist, Dr. Sandy’s therapy involves an integrated approach in the treatment of trauma and stressor-related disorders and in particular PTSD, depressive and anxiety disorders, and personality disorders. He understands how symptoms impact life and daily living, and in a collaborative manner works with patients to transition to a positive emotional and beneficial menta wellbeing for daily living.
Dr. Sandy’s professional interests include conducting quantitative research on PTSD, trauma, mental resiliency, neuro counseling, and related mental health topics. He is married to a Delta Flight Attendant and live in Central Alabama at Lake Martin with their fur baby “Sissy Su,”. Dr Sandy enjoys college sports particularly Auburn football, baseball, and golf, playing golf, spending
time on Lake Martin, cooking/grilling, reading, and has a budding interest in photography. 
“Military service has always been at the center of our family and having the opportunity to meet
the mental health needs of our service members, our combat veterans, is an honor for me.” … Dr.
Sandy Graham

Dr. Erin Marden

Clinician - Telehealth
​PhD, MA, LPC-S, CRC

Dr. Marden is a sunny optimist and enthusiastic morning person. Change is hard, it is easier with support and encouragement. Beginning counseling can be daunting. Especially if we have been holding on to something for a while. Reaching out for support takes courage. Sometimes we want to know that the person we are talking to gets us, gets where we are coming from when it is just one of those things that can be hard to explain. Dr. Marden gets military life, aviation, and life changing injuries. 

Dr. Marden's training includes:

Masters degree (MS) in Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science from The University of Hawaii at Manoa

Education Specialist degree (EdS) in Counselor Education and Supervision emphasis Play Therapy from The University of Mississippi

PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from Texas Tech University, dissertation on resiliency in women veterans

Chardonney Washington

Clinician -  Hybrid, Telehealth, In person, Weekends
​Crisis Intervention Specialist
​MA, LPC

Chardonney "Shae" Washington is a licensed professional counselor with extensive experience in addressing trauma-related disorders and crisis intervention. Her areas of expertise include military sexual trauma (MST), combat-related trauma, domestic violence survivorship, and adult survivors of childhood sexual trauma. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice and a Master of Science degree in rehabilitation counseling and case management from Fort Valley State University. A native of Warner Robins, Georgia, Shae currently works for AIBH and the Veterans Crisis Line (VCL).

Victoria Mosely

Clinician - Telehealth
​LMSW

Victoria is a licensed master level social worker and has been for the last 17 years. She has an extensive background in working with all ages and populations. Her area of expertise is with children and veterans. Victoria was member of the United States Air Force for 8 years where she served as the medic for the pilots. She had the opportunity to work with injured soldiers and their families. Victoria earned a bachelor's and master's degree in social work and a master's degree in counseling from Troy University. Her counseling philosophy is derived from CBT but believes there is no one fix for everything. She believes that the individual must be viewed holistically. Victoria is a wife and a mother of two boys. Her Christian views and values drive her to work with others who may not know the path they should be on and to help them find their way. Victoria is passionate about empowering others and being abel to help them see they can conquer anything.

Christopher J. Robinson

Clinician - Telehealth, Evenings & Weekends
​ALC

Christopher J. Robinson, Sr. is a native of Prichard, Alabama. He was born to the union of retired Master Sargent Fletcher Robinson and the late Voncile C. Robinson. He is the proud father of Ava and Christopher, Jr. Christopher has three siblings: Fletcher K. Robinson, Voncile R. Stutts, and the late Felise K. Robinson. Christopher is a 2001 graduate of C.F. Vigor High School. He went on to further is education at Faulkner State Community College, where he earned an Associate of Arts degree in Criminal Justice. He then continued his education at Troy University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Human Services. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree, he
continued his education at Troy University and earned his Master of Science degree in Counseling and Psychology. In addition, Christopher has earned several certifications including the American Red Cross HIV/AIDS Starter Facts, Case Management from the Alabama Department of Mental Health, and Associate License in Counseling from the Alabama Board of Examiners. After graduating college, Christopher followed his beloved mother’s career in the field of mental health. Currently, he is employed with the Alabama Department of Mental Health where he is a Certification Specialist for the Development Disability Division. Throughout a career that has spanned two decades, Christopher has established a reputation of working with families, stake holders, providers, and other community resources to provide quality care for the citizens of Alabama. He provides a comprehensive array of services and supports to individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families through contractual arrangements with community agencies. This is done with the assistance of other community service offices and comprehensive support teams. Christopher is a firm believer in the divisions mission of Serve, Empower, Support, and Promote the health and well-being of Alabamians. Christopher also devotes part-time services to the Keeton Correctional Institute as a monitor whereby he oversees federal inmates who have been released to the halfway house. There he helps inmates reunite with their families and integrate into the workforce. Christopher
has a passion for helping people. “My love is to see people happy and improve their lives whether its personal or work related.” Christopher is the owner/CEO of Superior Family Support Services, LLC. (SFSS). SFSS provides counseling and family support services to children, adolescents, and families by providing counseling, family support, supervised visitation,
transportation, sitter services, individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy,
 parenting classes, anger management, crisis intervention, behavior modification, and substance abuse. His treatment specialization includes, but is not limited to trauma, sexual abuse, ADHD, PTSD, self-harm, grief counseling, LGBTQ+, and stress management. Finally, Christopher is involved in several service organizations. He is a member of the (Cedar Grove 622 Masons Lodge, Prichard,Al Port City Secondliners, and
Conde Explorers. He is also an extremely proud member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Alumni Chapter Beta Sigma Sigma Mobile, Al). In addition, he is a member of the Alabama Counseling Association, the Mobile Area Mardi Gras Association, MLK Monday Mystics Adult Mardi Gras Association, and City of Hope Church-Mobile Campus. In his spare time, he enjoys swing dancing, karaoke, swimming, bowling, and traveling the United States and abroad.

Stacey Smiley

Clinician- Hybird, telehealth, In-person
​ALC

Stacey, an Alabama License Counselor, ALC with 15 years of mental health experience. She is a motivated and enthusiastic counselor that enjoys helping people. She enjoys working with all the population adults and children. She also has experience working with veterans who suffer depression, substance abuse, anxiety, and trauma. My area of expertise is Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) helping clients change the way their thinking and behavior. She holds a bachelor  degree in early childhood education and human services, and a masters degree in psychology of counseling from Troy University. I am a native from Troy, AL and have one daughter. I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, and cooking. Stacey currently works part time for AIBH and full-time at Pathway New Direction residential facility for adolescents boys. I am passionate about helping my clients make a difference in their life and to be successful.

Joshua Russaw

Intern

Joshua is a dedicated counseling Intern at the Alabama Institute for Behavioral Health and Research. As an Army combat veteran with over 14 years of service, Joshua brings a wealth of experience, discipline, and resilience to his counseling practice. His military background has fostered a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by the individual navigating trauma, life transitions, and personal growth. Currently pursuing a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling and a master’s certification in addictions counseling, Joshua combines academic excellence with a passion for serving others. His educational journey is grounded in a belief that every person’s experience is unique, and he tailors his approach to meet the individual needs of each client. Joshua’s mission as a counselor is driven by a profound desire to support and empower individuals as they navigate life’s challenges. His empathetic approach and commitment to fostering meaningful therapeutic relationships underscore his dedication to helping clients discover their strengths and achieve personal growth.
Whether working with veterans, individuals facing addiction, or those seeking to
overcome life’s difficulties, Joshua remains steadfast in his goal to provide
compassionate and effective care. His unwavering belief in the human capacity for change and healing continues ti inspire his work in the field of mental health counseling.

Joshua Thier

Intern

Joshua Thier is a U.S. Army Special Operations combat veteran who deployed
overseas four times in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. He served honorably throughout his military career, earning numerous awards, badges, and qualifications in recognition of his dedication and service.
Joshua is in the process of completing his Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling as well as a Graduate Certificate in Addictions Counseling at Troy University. He is committed to combining his military and academic experiences to help clients overcome challenges and reach their goals.

Fantaysha Brown-Cabey

Intern

I am currently pursuing a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, along with a Substance Addiction Certification, at Troy University. I also hold an undergraduate degree in Social Work/Human Services with a minor in Psychology, which I earned from Troy University. Throughout my academic journey, I have gained valuable hands-on experience through field training, focusing on human services needs and case management, which has provided me with a solid foundation for understanding and addressing the complexities of mental health and substance use challenges.

Currently, I am an intern at the Alabama Institute for Behavioral Health and Research, where I am gaining further clinical experience and applying my knowledge in real-world settings. In addition to my educational background, I serve as a Mental Health Coach, offering guidance and support to individuals seeking to improve their mental wellness. I am committed to helping clients develop coping strategies, improve emotional regulation, and navigate life’s challenges while working toward personal and professional growth.

Breyannah Hollis

Breyannah is a compassionate and dedicated student with a strong commitment to supporting individuals and families in achieving their mental health and wellness goals. Studying to earn her
Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Troy University, Breyannah brings a fresh perspective and a client-centered approach to her work.
 
​Breyannah is currently gaining experience assisting clients with issues like anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and personal growth. She is passionate about creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings while building resilience and developing practical coping strategies.

Breyannah is committed to ongoing professional development and collaboration with clients to tailor treatment plans that meet their unique needs. Guided by empathy and a belief in the potential for positive change, Breyannah aims to empower clients on their journey to improved well-being.

Amber Etherington

Chief Finance Director​​
​MBA
U.S Navy Veteran & U.S Army Spouse

    Amber is a U.S Navy Veteran and U.S Army military spouse who has first-hand knowledge of the stressors and dynamics of military life. She possesses a unique perspective in having experience as both a service member and military spouse and parent. She acquired a BS in Accounting from Rasmussen University and an MBA in Accounting from  Regis University. She currently works as the Chief Financial Officer and Director of Finance for the Alabama Institute for Behavioral Health, PC. She has a fifteen years (15) experience in accounting and financial affairs management for companies such as USAA and U.S Government Agencies. 

 Kristin Davidson

Executive Director Assistant & Human Resource Department
 
​Kristin is a highly skilled and experienced administrator with ten years of experience in public schools running offices and maintaining records. Her passion for supporting and helping veterans and veteran families motivates her to perform duties at a superior level. She has an associate’s degree in business management and accounting from Rasmussen university. Her education is accompanied by over twenty-five years of customer service and business operations experience. She currently works as the Administrative Director at the Alabama Institute for Behavioral Health.
Her father served in army for over 25 years.

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Brianna Batchelor

Administrative Director

Brianna is a U.S. Marine Veteran with years of military and administrative experience under her belt Brianna, known by the name "Bri," has become a keystone to the functionality of the clinic as it regards accounts receivable, insurance communications, logistics, and insurance billing.  She is focused intensely on details and timeliness and is well-known for going out of her way to help the clients and staff is a plethora of issues needing resolution.

Paige Etherington

​Office Manager Assistant & Receptionist Trainer
U.S Army Combat Veteran Child

Paige is an up-and-coming star at the Alabama Institute for Behavioral Health with a passion for art and helping others in need. She has an exceptionally high ability to organize and communicate ideas and has been instrumental in organizing and managing the front office of the main clinic. She is currently pursuing scientific
endeavors and plans to attend Auburn University in the near future.

Steve Jillson

Director General Operations & IT

A Director General Operations is a high-level executive responsible for overseeing the entire operational framework of an organization, including day-to-day activities, ensuring efficiency, cost optimization, and alignment with strategic goals, by managing various departments and teams across the company, reporting directly to senior leadership. 

Dr. Sherrionda Crawford

Senior Clinical Operations Advisor 
Ph.D., LPC-S (AL) (GA), NCC, ACS, IMH-E
U.S Army Veteran

Dr. Sherrionda Crawford, a U.S. Army veteran, is presently the Chair of the Department of Counseling, Rehabilitation, and Interpreter Training at Troy University. She acquired her PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision and a master’s in Community Counseling from Auburn University. She has become one of the leading experts in veteran education and trauma treatment. She has authored and co-authored multiple research papers focusing on veteran suicide, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and the development and implementation of effective treatment strategies for PTSD and other mental health challenges related to military service. Dr. Crawford also serves as the Senior Clinical Operations Advisor at AIBH. In this role, she has accomplished the overwhelming task of forming and maintaining a highly effective and efficient team of mental health professionals. Under her leadership and guidance, this team has become recognized for exceeding the capabilities and performance of other clinical practices throughout eastern Alabama and western Georgia.