Board of Directors
The KSCSW Board of Directors is elected by the membership to govern the Society and oversee its activities. The Board of Directors is composed of six officers and one at large director for every 20 members. Board officers and most at large directors are required to be fully licensed clinical social workers in the state of Kentucky. Two at large positions may be held by members who are actively pursuing supervision for licensure and work in clinical practice, and one position may be held by a graduate student board member, who does not have voting privileges.
Monthly Board Meetings
The KSCSW Board of Directors meets on the first Monday of every month, except for January and July. All KSCSW members are invited to attend its meetings, which take place from 7 to 8:30 pm in the Community Room of the Good Food Co-op, 455-D Southland Drive, Lexington, Ky.
2019 Board of Directors
Monthly Board Meetings
The KSCSW Board of Directors meets on the first Monday of every month, except for January and July. All KSCSW members are invited to attend its meetings, which take place from 7 to 8:30 pm in the Community Room of the Good Food Co-op, 455-D Southland Drive, Lexington, Ky.
2019 Board of Directors
Jennifer Connor-Godbey, LCSW - Board President, Advocacy Committee Co-chair, Education Committee Co-chair
Jennifer Connor-Godbey is an outpatient counselor at the University of Kentucky Department of Psychiatry who works with adults, adolescents, and their families. Previously, she was the Program Director/Therapists for Florence Crittenton Home Residential Treatment Program. She has also worked for Bluegrass as an in-home therapist. Jennifer is certified in Eye Movement Desentization Reprocessing (EMDR) and Functional Family Therapy (FFT).
I value the opportunity to network with so many talented clinical social workers. The professional relationships I have developed by being part of this Board have helped me in so many ways be a better clinician. I enjoy the opportunity to plan and host quality trainings. I also appreciate the timely information about opportunities to advocate in the legislature individually and collectively.
Jennifer Connor-Godbey is an outpatient counselor at the University of Kentucky Department of Psychiatry who works with adults, adolescents, and their families. Previously, she was the Program Director/Therapists for Florence Crittenton Home Residential Treatment Program. She has also worked for Bluegrass as an in-home therapist. Jennifer is certified in Eye Movement Desentization Reprocessing (EMDR) and Functional Family Therapy (FFT).
I value the opportunity to network with so many talented clinical social workers. The professional relationships I have developed by being part of this Board have helped me in so many ways be a better clinician. I enjoy the opportunity to plan and host quality trainings. I also appreciate the timely information about opportunities to advocate in the legislature individually and collectively.
Lynn Joyce Hunter, LCSW - President Elect, Education Committee Co-chair
Lynn is Clinical Field Coordinator for the UK College of Social Work. She teaches classes as well as provides on-site mentoring and practicum supervision of MSW students in the Clinical Social Work Integrated Behavioral Health Track. Prior to her position at UK College of Social Work, Lynn worked at KVC Behavioral Healthcare Kentucky as a clinician, clinical supervisor, and Treatment Director for Foster Care.
I appreciate KSCSW's success in developing a unique sense of professional community for clinical social workers in Kentucky. I value the rich educational and training offerings provided by KSCSW and serving on the Education Committee.
Lynn is Clinical Field Coordinator for the UK College of Social Work. She teaches classes as well as provides on-site mentoring and practicum supervision of MSW students in the Clinical Social Work Integrated Behavioral Health Track. Prior to her position at UK College of Social Work, Lynn worked at KVC Behavioral Healthcare Kentucky as a clinician, clinical supervisor, and Treatment Director for Foster Care.
I appreciate KSCSW's success in developing a unique sense of professional community for clinical social workers in Kentucky. I value the rich educational and training offerings provided by KSCSW and serving on the Education Committee.
Beth Hellebusch, LCSW - Board Treasurer, Membership Committee Member
Beth is an outpatient counselor at the Healthfirst Bluegrass Integrated Care Clinic who sees a variety of patients; adults, adolescents, children and their families. Previously, she was the Director of Outpatient Services at the Ridge, Director of IMPACT Plus at KVC Behavioral Healthcare and TeenPOP Program Director at Bluegrass.org. She served as an At-Large Board member for two terms until 2013.
I am so excited to be returning to the Board; working with the dedicated Board Members and the opportunity to connect with and learn from social work professionals.
Beth is an outpatient counselor at the Healthfirst Bluegrass Integrated Care Clinic who sees a variety of patients; adults, adolescents, children and their families. Previously, she was the Director of Outpatient Services at the Ridge, Director of IMPACT Plus at KVC Behavioral Healthcare and TeenPOP Program Director at Bluegrass.org. She served as an At-Large Board member for two terms until 2013.
I am so excited to be returning to the Board; working with the dedicated Board Members and the opportunity to connect with and learn from social work professionals.
Kay Hubbard, LCSW - Board Secretary
Kay is an outpatient therapist at Bluegrass Family Consultants, LLC. She provides treatment to persons of all ages (early childhood through adult.) Areas of interest include but are not limited to: parent child relational problems, child behavioral difficulties, high conflict families, issues related to emotional dysregulation, depression, anxiety and trauma related stress. Prior to this she worked for the University of Kentucky, Center on Trauma and Children..
Kay is an outpatient therapist at Bluegrass Family Consultants, LLC. She provides treatment to persons of all ages (early childhood through adult.) Areas of interest include but are not limited to: parent child relational problems, child behavioral difficulties, high conflict families, issues related to emotional dysregulation, depression, anxiety and trauma related stress. Prior to this she worked for the University of Kentucky, Center on Trauma and Children..
Josh Barnett, MSSW, LCSW - Advocacy Committee Co-chair
Josh is a clinician at the Center on Trauma and Children, providing in-depth assessments for at-risk families. Josh earned a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Louisville in 2011 and previously earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Kentucky. As a clinical social worker, Josh has provided community based services with at-risk youth with the Impact Plus program where he provided intensive in-home services for families at risk and therapeutic services to foster children in foster homes. In addition to working directly with individuals and families, Josh has worked as a team leader in a Behavioral Health Program, a program director of an Eastern Kentucky Family Preservation and Reunification Program and has been an instructor for the University of Kentucky College of Social Work.
Josh is a clinician at the Center on Trauma and Children, providing in-depth assessments for at-risk families. Josh earned a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Louisville in 2011 and previously earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Kentucky. As a clinical social worker, Josh has provided community based services with at-risk youth with the Impact Plus program where he provided intensive in-home services for families at risk and therapeutic services to foster children in foster homes. In addition to working directly with individuals and families, Josh has worked as a team leader in a Behavioral Health Program, a program director of an Eastern Kentucky Family Preservation and Reunification Program and has been an instructor for the University of Kentucky College of Social Work.
Jeff Yocom, LCSW - Membership Committee Chair
Jeff works with adult clients at Renew Counseling Services in Louisville, Kentucky. He provides trauma-informed care for clients experiencing depression, anxiety, substance abuse issues, PTSD, and complex trauma. Trained and experienced in CBT, DBT, EMDR, psychodynamic therapy and neurofeedback, Jeff is dedicated to helping clients find treatment methods that fit their unique needs, backgrounds and values. Before becoming a clinical social worker, Jeff enjoyed a 23-year career as a technology writer and Internet-publishing entrepreneur. After transitioning to his behavioral health career, he gained experience in an inpatient setting at Wellstone Regional Hospital in Jeffersonville, Indiana, before moving to outpatient care at Centerstone Kentucky (then known as Seven County Services), where he served as a therapist and clinical unit manager.
I love the KSCSW’s specific focus on clinical social work and am excited about expanding the presence and awareness of KSCSW across the state.
Jeff works with adult clients at Renew Counseling Services in Louisville, Kentucky. He provides trauma-informed care for clients experiencing depression, anxiety, substance abuse issues, PTSD, and complex trauma. Trained and experienced in CBT, DBT, EMDR, psychodynamic therapy and neurofeedback, Jeff is dedicated to helping clients find treatment methods that fit their unique needs, backgrounds and values. Before becoming a clinical social worker, Jeff enjoyed a 23-year career as a technology writer and Internet-publishing entrepreneur. After transitioning to his behavioral health career, he gained experience in an inpatient setting at Wellstone Regional Hospital in Jeffersonville, Indiana, before moving to outpatient care at Centerstone Kentucky (then known as Seven County Services), where he served as a therapist and clinical unit manager.
I love the KSCSW’s specific focus on clinical social work and am excited about expanding the presence and awareness of KSCSW across the state.
Annie Bassoni, LCSW - Education Committee
Annie provides therapy to University of Kentucky employees and their family members, as well as retirees from UK. She has been in this position for almost 10 years. Her prior experience includes in-home services through Family Preservation and IMPACT. She has also worked at the Chrysalis House reuniting women in recovery with their children.
This is my first service on a Board and I'm excited to be a part of a strong group of professionals..
Annie provides therapy to University of Kentucky employees and their family members, as well as retirees from UK. She has been in this position for almost 10 years. Her prior experience includes in-home services through Family Preservation and IMPACT. She has also worked at the Chrysalis House reuniting women in recovery with their children.
This is my first service on a Board and I'm excited to be a part of a strong group of professionals..
Janet Doss, MSSW, LCSW - Advocacy Committee
Janet graduated from the UK with a bachelor in social work and a bachelor in education/recreational and leisure studies. After working 2 years in the field, she decided to return to school to further her education. She graduated from the University Of Louisville Kent School Of Social Work with a concentration in Mental Health in 1986. In 1992 while working at Bluegrass.org, Janet obtained her LCSW. Janet had practiced social work in a variety of setting including CPS, Juvenile Court, mental health and school social work. Currently Janet works part time in her private practice serving child, adolescents and adults with mental health issues. Janet also works part time at the University Of Kentucky College Of Social Work as the School Social Work certification coordinator and as an adjunct professor.
Janet graduated from the UK with a bachelor in social work and a bachelor in education/recreational and leisure studies. After working 2 years in the field, she decided to return to school to further her education. She graduated from the University Of Louisville Kent School Of Social Work with a concentration in Mental Health in 1986. In 1992 while working at Bluegrass.org, Janet obtained her LCSW. Janet had practiced social work in a variety of setting including CPS, Juvenile Court, mental health and school social work. Currently Janet works part time in her private practice serving child, adolescents and adults with mental health issues. Janet also works part time at the University Of Kentucky College Of Social Work as the School Social Work certification coordinator and as an adjunct professor.
Steven Johnson, PhD, LCSW - Education Committee Member
Steven is an outpatient therapist in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Kentucky. Besides his clinical work with adults and couples, he enjoys teaching and supervising residents in psychotherapy. He is the musical director of New Song in the Bluegrass, a community chorus in Lexington.
It is great to serve again on the board of KSCSW. I am excited to see how KSCSW will continue to be a driving force in the social work community.
Steven is an outpatient therapist in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Kentucky. Besides his clinical work with adults and couples, he enjoys teaching and supervising residents in psychotherapy. He is the musical director of New Song in the Bluegrass, a community chorus in Lexington.
It is great to serve again on the board of KSCSW. I am excited to see how KSCSW will continue to be a driving force in the social work community.
Emma Lovely, LCSW - Membership Committee
Emma is an outpatient clinician with UK Clinic Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics. Her focus is helping children and families develop social, emotional and self-regulation skills through therapy informed by Incredible Years, Parent Child Interaction therapy and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. Before joining the DBP team in 2016, Emma enjoyed helping families with Essential Health and Human Development Center in northern Minnesota.
I am most excited to join the board because I’m part of a team of clinicians together becoming better informed, educated and equipped to serve individuals, families and our community.
Emma is an outpatient clinician with UK Clinic Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics. Her focus is helping children and families develop social, emotional and self-regulation skills through therapy informed by Incredible Years, Parent Child Interaction therapy and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. Before joining the DBP team in 2016, Emma enjoyed helping families with Essential Health and Human Development Center in northern Minnesota.
I am most excited to join the board because I’m part of a team of clinicians together becoming better informed, educated and equipped to serve individuals, families and our community.
Terri Powell, LCSW - Membership Committee Member
Terri received her MSW from UK in 1998 and opened her private practice in 2011. Terri has 30 years of experience helping people recover from substance use disorders and 15 years of experience helping people overcome mental health issues; especially anxiety, depression and relationship problems. Special interests include trauma focused care, mindfulness, and chronic pain management with CBT.
Terri received her MSW from UK in 1998 and opened her private practice in 2011. Terri has 30 years of experience helping people recover from substance use disorders and 15 years of experience helping people overcome mental health issues; especially anxiety, depression and relationship problems. Special interests include trauma focused care, mindfulness, and chronic pain management with CBT.
Mia Perry, LCSW - Education Committee
Mia is employed by Our Lady of Peace Hospital to provide behavioral health services in Fayette County Public Schools, and she works with adult clients at Beaumont Behavioral Health. Mia has special interests in the treatment of ADHD, adoption and foster care, and parenting issues.
I appreciate the opportunity serving on the KSCSW Board of Directors provides to help promote professional development and clinical education for all Kentucky social workers.
Mia is employed by Our Lady of Peace Hospital to provide behavioral health services in Fayette County Public Schools, and she works with adult clients at Beaumont Behavioral Health. Mia has special interests in the treatment of ADHD, adoption and foster care, and parenting issues.
I appreciate the opportunity serving on the KSCSW Board of Directors provides to help promote professional development and clinical education for all Kentucky social workers.
Sheryl WIthers Woolverton, LCSW, ACHP-SW - Education Committee Member
Sheryl is a graduate of Eastern Kentucky University and the Kent School of Social Work at the University of Louisville. An Accredited Hospice and Palliative Care Social Worker (ACHP-SW), she has focused her career in the field of grief and end of life care working at Bluegrass Care Navigators (Hospice of the Bluegrass) before beginning her private practice. She continues to work part time in Palliative Care with Kentucky One Health/St. Joseph Hospital while focusing her private practice with women facing transitions in life including chronic illness and grief and loss. In addition to working with hospice and palliative care, she provides regular continuing education training for social workers on topics of ethics, grief and loss and dealing with change for the College of Social Work at the University of Kentucky.
I consider it a privilege to have the opportunity to be on the KSCSW Board. I am looking forward to connecting, representing learning from clinical social workers across our state.
Sheryl is a graduate of Eastern Kentucky University and the Kent School of Social Work at the University of Louisville. An Accredited Hospice and Palliative Care Social Worker (ACHP-SW), she has focused her career in the field of grief and end of life care working at Bluegrass Care Navigators (Hospice of the Bluegrass) before beginning her private practice. She continues to work part time in Palliative Care with Kentucky One Health/St. Joseph Hospital while focusing her private practice with women facing transitions in life including chronic illness and grief and loss. In addition to working with hospice and palliative care, she provides regular continuing education training for social workers on topics of ethics, grief and loss and dealing with change for the College of Social Work at the University of Kentucky.
I consider it a privilege to have the opportunity to be on the KSCSW Board. I am looking forward to connecting, representing learning from clinical social workers across our state.