Beth Osborne, M.Ed., BSW
Beth is the Co-Executive Director and Co-owner of H.O.P.E. (Helping Others Pursue Excellence). Beth began working with individuals with developmental disabilities at age 18 while attending Campbellsville University to obtain a bachelor’s in social work. Beth worked as a case manager for individuals with developmental disabilities for 3 years, before earning a master’s in special education. She worked as an Exceptional Child Instructor in Hardin and Marion Counties for 10 years. In 2011, she began providing positive behavior support services in the afternoons and on weekends to individuals receiving the MPW and SCL waiver. This new career path sparked an interest to start the process to open a company that provided quality and caring services through the MPW and SCL waiver programs; resulting in H.O.P.E. (Helping Others Pursue Excellence) beginning in 2017. In her free time, Beth enjoys traveling with her husband and 2 daughters, teaching Sunday School to 3-4-year-olds, and completing remodeling projects.
Beth Osborne, Co-Executive Director, Co-owner
Tammy Mattingly, M.Ed., LPCC-S
Tammy is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor-supervisor as well the Co-Executive Director and Co-Owner at H.O.P.E. She obtained her Master of Education in Professional Counseling and Human Development from Lindsey Wilson College. Tammy is passionate about helping people pursue personal growth and meeting their goals. She enjoys working with the youth but also likes to work with adults, seeing these clients at the clinic, located in Lebanon. Tammy utilizes a variety of techniques and approaches in therapy. Most frequently she uses the EMDR therapeutic approach to address traumatic events, Cognitive behavior therapy, solution-focused therapy, and Psychodynamic therapy. She believes everyone has the answers to their questions and problems they sometimes need assistance finding those answers. When she isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with her two children and traveling.
Tammy Mattingly, Clinical Counseling Director, Co-Owner
Brody Mattingly, CGC
Brody has completed his Therapy Dog certification for an emotional and social support animal. Brody’s mother is the Clinical Director and Co-Owner at H.O.P.E. Brody’s mother is excited to offer a different approach to treating mental health symptomology in a rural area. He enjoys lifting spirits and lessening anxious or depressed moods. Also having experience in lowering feelings of isolation and encouraging communication with H.O.P.E. clients. In his free time, Brody enjoys playing fetch, getting belly rubs, and playing with his older brother, Katsuki.
Brody Mattingly, Canine Good Citizen, Therapy Dog
Athena Coman, B.A.Athena earned a Bachelor of Arts in Human Services and Counseling and a Bachelor of Psychology at Lindsey Wilson College. Athena is currently studying a master’s degree in human services and counseling, planning to graduate Fall 2026. Currently employed as a Community Support Associate and a Peer Mentor with our Therapeutic Rehabilitative Services Camp H.O.P.E. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
Athena Coman, Peer Mentor with TRP, Community Support Associate
Ben Carter, M.S., CSW
Ben graduated from Western Kentucky University with a bachelor’s degree in psychology in 2021. Attending the University of Kentucky where he completed his master’s degree in social work with Clinical Certificate in 2023. Also serving in the US Army as an infantryman with the 4th Infantry Division from 2015 to 2019. He has completed one tour in Afghanistan in 2018. His current hobbies are running, coaching at CrossFit E2, attending the River of Life Church in Springfield, KY, and spending time with his wife Kristie, and daughter Rori. Ben shares that mental health through his observation is inexcusably misunderstood. Our world is ever-changing. The demand for individual responsibilities and required skills have exponentially increased function productively in the modern world. He believes in the idea of change and growth known as “The Matthew Principle.” Taken from the Gospel of Matthew, it can be summed up by saying that the person who has, will be given more, while the person who has not will have more taken from them. The small changes and steps we take over time led to more opportunities in the direction of our choosing, whether we choose to move forward or backward. It all starts with a conversation.
Ben Carter, Certified Social Worker
Beverly Thomas, M.Ed., PBSS
Beverly T. Thomas is a Positive Behavior Support Specialist who works diligently with individuals to support behavioral skills development. Beverly’s experience, as a teacher working with students with a wide variety of special needs, has allowed her to grow in areas that support her career as a behavior specialist. She continues to enhance her knowledge as a behavior specialist by being open-minded and keeping up with the latest research and workshops addressing current developments with behavior issues. She is married to John L. Thomas, and they have two children, Matthew and Caroline. She has been blessed with three grandchildren. Also being a retired Exceptional Child teacher from the Marion Co Public School System. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Middle School Education from Campbellsville University. She went on to complete a fifth-year program in Special Education and a master’s in education leadership both from Eastern Kentucky University.
Beverly Thomas, Positive Behavior Support Specialist
Brianna Taylor, M.Ed., LPCC-S
Brianna is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor-supervisor at H.O.P.E. She obtained her Master of Education in Professional Counseling and Human Development from Lindsey Wilson College in 2019. Brianna loves meeting people where they are and guiding them on their path to healing. Her counseling philosophy is that each person already has what they need inside of them, and her job is to provide them with the necessary support, empathy, and acceptance to help them facilitate change. She is passionate about providing people with hope and connection, advocating for clients, raising awareness about mental health, helping people to feel heard, and working with people of all ages. In her free time, Brianna enjoys reading and spending time with her husband, baby girl, and two dogs.
Brianna Taylor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor-Supervisor, Regional Director of Therapeutic Services
Chelsea Crutchfield,
Chelsea graduated with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from the University of Kentucky in 2021. Shortly after, she began her career as a 1st-grade elementary teacher, where she fell in love with working with children with developmental disabilities. Pursuing a master’s degree in applied Behavior Analysis at Eastern Kentucky University, where she is scheduled to graduate in August 2024. Also being an RBT for the past 10 months and shares that she loves watching clients make progress towards their goals each day. During her free time, she loves to read, bake, shop, and hang out with her husband, Slade, and their 2 dogs. She is also expecting a baby girl in October 2024.
Chelsea Crutchfield, Positive Behavior Support Specialist
Chonda Saettel, MSW, CSW, PBSS
Chonda recently graduated from Campbellsville University with a master’s degree in social work. Graduating from Lindsey Wilson College with a bachelor’s degree in human services and counseling. Working with clients ages 3 to 100 with various learning abilities, mental diagnoses, and substance use disorders. She loves spending time with her family and friends and loves doing anything outdoors. Also passing her master’s exam and is waiting for full licensure credentialing.
Chonda Saettel, Positive Behavior Support Specialist
Dalyn Mattingly
Dalyn graduated from the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor of Art with a major in Psychology in 2025. He plans to attend graduate school to further pursue a master degree. In his free time, Dalyn enjoys playing golf and spending time with family and friends.
Dalyn Mattingly, Peer Mentor with TRP, Community Support Associate
Daisy Pratt, B.S.
Daisy graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Morehead State University in December 2023. She is pursuing a Master of Social Work at the University of Kentucky, where she is scheduled to graduate in December 2025. Completing her advanced practicum at H.O.P.E. and is eager to learn from H.O.P.E.’s team. In her spare time, Daisy loves to read, go to the lake, and spend time with her fiancé and family.
Daisy Pratt, Community Support Specialist, Graduate Level Intern
Dariann Smith-Updike, M.Ed., PBSS, LPCC
Dariann is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and the TRP Director for counseling services at H.O.P.E. She obtained her Master of Education in Professional Counseling and Human Development from Lindsey Wilson College. She has a passion for working with youth and for that reason, she is currently seeing clients in Adair, Green, and Marion County School districts. Aside from mental health, Dariann provides services to clients with behavioral needs and is a Positive Behavior Support Specialist. Her areas of interest include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Art-Based Interventions, and Solution-Focused therapy for treating Mental Health issues from Adjustment Disorders, ADHD, and Mood Disorders. Holding a certification in Informed Trauma and has many credentialing education units focused on childhood trauma. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and traveling.
Dariann S. Updike, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Regional TRP Director
Elisha Rhodes, M.Ed.
Elisha was born and raised in Union City Michigan and found a love for Campbellsville while attending college at Campbellsville University in 2000. While attending Campbellsville University, she received a bachelor’s degree in P-5 education. She then went on to pursue a Master’s in School Counseling, a Rank 1 in Educational Leadership, and certificates for Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction, Director of People Personal, and Superintendent. Throughout her career, she has served in various capacities including middle school social studies teacher, high school guidance counselor, middle school principal, elementary principal, and student support services supervisor. She is married to her college sweetheart Nathan and they reside in Elkhorn
with their three boys. Her mission in life is to make a difference in the lives of those around her and love like Jesus. In 2022, Elisha started working at HOPE providing Behavior Support for children and families. She believes in meeting every client where they are to unlock the potential inside of them and get them where they were created to be. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family at their farm and serving others.
Elisha Rhodes, Positive Behavior Support Specialist
Emily Hughes, M.Ed., LPCA
Emily recently graduated from Lindsey Wilson College with a Master of Education in Counseling. Emily firmly believes in the transformative power of hope and healing, recognizing that every individual possesses the potential to overcome their struggles. Primarily utilizing a Cognitive-Behavioral approach in her work, believing that thoughts can significantly influence emotions and behaviors. She enjoys traveling with her husband, visiting coffee shops, and fishing!
Emily Hughes, Licensed Professional Counseling Associate
Jayda Dudgeon, MSW, CSW
Jayda obtained her Master’s of Social Work from the University of Kentucky and was previously an intern with H.O.P.E. before transitioning to a therapist. She is passionate about helping others, especially youth. She has different experiences practicing substance use treatment, child protective services, and school social work. In her free time, Jayda enjoys doing her mani/pedis, spending time with her little sister, and taking her dog Zoe to the park!
Jayda Dudgeon, Certified Social Worker
Jessica Halcomb, M. Ed, LPCA
Jessica is from Columbia, KY, and earned a Master’s of Education Degree in Professional Counseling and Human Development from Lindsey Wilson College in 2025. She began her career at H.O.P.E in 2022 as a Community Support Specialist and was promoted to Targeted Case Manager before transitioning into a Therapist position. Jessica is passionate about helping others and making others’ day positive. Whether she’s working with children, teens, or adults, Jessica strives to create a supportive space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to grow. Outside of work, she loves spending time with her family and embracing her favorite role, being a mom.
Jessica Halcomb, Licensed Professional Counseling Associate
Heather Smothers, M.Ed.
Heather is a Positive Behavior Support Specialist for H.O.P.E. and is a former Exceptional Child Educator at Marion County Knight Academy in the Marion County Public School System. She first started working with students with disabilities at age 19 in an adapted Physical Education class while receiving her bachelor’s in physical and health education at Berea College. Heather went on to work as an interventionist working with students struggling in the areas of Social Studies and Science at St. Charles Middle School while working on her master’s degree in special education at Campbellsville University. Upon completion of her master’s degree, Heather was hired in the Marion County public school system as a Moderate/Severe Disabilities Teacher. This prompted her to continue her education receiving a Rank 1 from Eastern Kentucky University in Moderate to Severe Disabilities paired with an Autism Certification. While working on her Rank 1 she was hired at Home of the Innocents (2015) providing Behavior Support for Children and families receiving Michelle P. Waiver. In 2017, Heather started working at HOPE providing Behavior Support for Children and Families. Heather is currently working on becoming a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. Heather enjoys working hard to help individuals with different abilities reach their full potential. In her free time, Heather enjoys spending time outdoors and riding horses.
Heather Smothers, Positive Behavior Support Specialist, Behavior Support Consultant for Behavior Services
Jackie Votaw
Jackie is the Billing Specialist for H.O.P.E. As our billing specialist she takes care of a variety of financial and non-financial tasks to help guarantee each client is receiving services. Jackie handles the processing of incoming payments along with the issuing of necessary paperwork. Her passion is to help others, and she loves being able to do that through her position at H.O.P.E. Aside from helping others; Jackie enjoys spending time with her husband and three children as well as her two dogs. She also enjoys outings with her friends.
Jacki Votaw, Billing Specialist
Jackie Votaw
Jackie graduated from Danville High School and studied at Mid Continent University for a year. She has worn many hats in her career with titles of Accounts Payable, Bookkeeper, Team Leader, Medical Records, Manager, CNA, Rehab Tech, and Residential Assistant. In her free time, she loves spending time with her grandkids, hunting, and fishing.
Jacki Votaw, Office Assistant
Jill Gaddie, M. Ed.
Jill is married and has 4 children. She is a native of Marion County. Being an exceptional child educator with Marion County Public Schools. She has taught for 22 years. Jill brings an excellent skill set and knowledge with her to H.O.P.E. We are so excited for her to work with the MPW and SCL participants.
Jill Gaddie, Positive Behavior Support Specialist
Kaitlyn Walker
Kaitlyn Walker, Billing Specialist
Kassidy Mattingly
Kassidy Mattingly, Human Resources Administrator
Kayla Nalley, BCBA
Kayla is originally from Louisville, KY but relocated and now resides in Loretto, Ky. Kayla obtained her bachelor’s degree from Eastern Kentucky University in 2018 and her Master of Arts in Applied Behavior Analysis paired with a certification in Autism from Ball State University in 2020. She is currently studying and planning to sit for her Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) exam. Practicing Registered Behavior Technician for three years utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with adolescents on the Autism Spectrum (ASD.) She will be working as a Positive Behavior Support Specialist for H.O.P.E. In her free time, she enjoys going to the lake with her family, traveling, and spending time with her fiancé, stepdaughter, and dog!
Kayla Nalley, Positive Behavior Support Specialist
Kim Miles M.S., LCSW 
Kim is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at H.O.P.E. She obtained her master’s in social work from Campbellsville University. Working in the mental health field for ten years and before that, she worked with individuals with special needs in the public school system. Most recently Kim provided intensive services to teens in a day treatment setting. She is passionate about aiding youth and women as they heal from trauma. Also, Kim is able to accept all insurance. In her spare time, she enjoys the outdoors and riding horses. Valuing spending time with her friends and family.
Kim Miles, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Lauren Ferriell, BSW
Lauren Ferriell earned a bachelor’s degree in social work from the Campbellsville University Carver School of Social Work. Choosing social work because she wants to be able to make a difference in the lives of others. She chose to work in the mental health field because of her deep desire to help people and advocate for positive change. Believing that social work can help empower individuals that she works with to reach their full potential, and she can assist them by providing resources and support they may need to navigate challenges and achieve their goals. In the future she plans to further her education by receiving her master’s in social work. In Lauren’s free time, she likes to bake, read, go on walks, and spend time with friends, family, and her dog Goose!
Lauren Ferriell, Targeted Case Management Supervisor
Monica Keene
Monica is currently a Community Support Specialist at H.O.P.E. assisting with TRP Camp as a peer mentor after previously working as a Registered behavior technician. In her free time, she enjoys painting, drawing, and sewing.
Monica Keene, Peer Mentor with TRP, Community Support Associate
Sabrina Garrison, MSW
Sabrina Garrison, Targeted Case Manager
Teresa Holbert, B.A.
Teresa is a strong advocate of community-based services. She has provided compassionate care and treatment for children and adults who struggle with mental, physical, or emotional challenges. While working on completing her associate in psychology/ Sociology/ Criminal Justice from Mid-Michigan Community College, she volunteered as a court-appointed advocate for children who were victims of abuse and neglect. After receiving her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Western Kentucky University, she began her career in community mental health; where she is trained and certified as a supervisor and trainer for providers of targeted case management, supported employment, and peer specialists. Her passion for quality mental health led to her volunteering as a board member for the National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) for two years. She is currently working full-time in our Lebanon office and is our Chief Compliance officer. Teresa spends her free time reading and learning ways to serve her family, community, and church.
Teresa Holbert, Chief Compliance Officer
Brittany Rose, B.A.
Brittany Rose is a graduate student in Counseling at Lindsey Wilson College. Graduating with a Bachelor of Psychology and Music double major in 2018 at Western Kentucky University. She joins HOPE while working on her master’s in counseling. She has worked as an RBT, Crisis Advocate, and Mental Health Technician. She believes that mental health treatment should be inclusive and accessible to all. She currently resides in Lawrenceburg and enjoys spending time with friends, family and pets. In her free time, she enjoys reading, watching hockey, and traveling.
Lisa Marshall, MSW & TCSW
Lisa Marshall completed her Master of Social Work degree in May 2025 from Liberty University and will continue to provide therapeutic services as a Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She received her associate degree at WKCTC and bachelor at WKU in addition to a Certificate in Family Home Visiting. Volunteering as a Living Free Representative where she trains organizations, nonprofits, and corporations to work together to combat addiction and mental health issues within their communities. She is also a Kentucky Trauma-Informed Care Trainer and a state-trained Targeted Case Manager. She is married with three children and two grandchildren and enjoys all things art and being outdoors with her family.
Morgan Spoon, CSA
Morgan recently graduated from Lindsey Wilson College with a bachelor’s in human services and counseling and a minor in Criminal Justice. In the fall, she plans to start her Master of Education in Counseling at LWC. She will be joining as a community support associate. Morgan enjoys working with youth from many walks of life, using her humor to connect with those she serves, to best support them. In her free time, Morgan enjoys reading, chicken wings, spending time with friends, and her dog Rudy.
Layla Risen, CSA
Layla Risen will be graduating Lindsey Wilson College in Spring ‘26. She will graduate with her bachelor’s in human services and counseling/Christian ministries. She plans to pursue her master’s degree in Substance Abuse Therapy. Layla is excited to work as a CSA for HOPE, she loves helping people live to their fullest ability. She loves music, reading, and spending time with her friends and family. She’s excited for the opportunities and experiences this will bring her!
Danielle Spoon, M.A, PBSS
Danielle Spoon is a Positive Behavior Support Specialist at H.O.P.E. She has a master’s in special education and is currently working towards her PhD and obtaining her BCBA certification. She has worked as a therapeutic case manager and an exceptional education teacher prior to this role. She is passionate about helping and guiding those with mental and behavioral health disorders. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her children and cats, being active at church, traveling and enjoying all things art.
Malissa Clemons, MS, PBSS
Abigail currently serves as a peer mentor with the Therapeutic Rehabilitation Program (TRP) camp at our Lebanon location. She is a student at Elizabethtown Community and Technical College (ECTC), pursuing her academic and professional goals. Abigail has a strong passion for working with both animals and children. Outside of her professional and academic responsibilities, she enjoys spending quality time with her two children.
Peer Mentor
Zayda Cunningham, MSW