THE STAFF
The Hope Center’s clinical staff at The Hope Center are licensed,
experienced, compassionate psychological and counseling professionals who
are committed to fulfilling God’s call on our own lives by bringing out the
best in our clients and making a difference in our community.
Beverly Smallwood, Ph.D., Psychologist
Founder and CEO of The Hope Center
Author, This Wasn’t Supposed to Happen to Me:
10 Make-or-Break Choices When Life Steals Your Dreams and Rocks Your World
Dr. Bev Smallwood is the Founder and CEO of The Hope Center, having
established this clinic in 1984. Prior to going into private practice, she
worked for five years in community mental health and taught one year in the
Psychology Department at the University of Southern Mississippi. Before she
went to graduate school, Bev was an elementary school teacher for six years.
Bev’s graduate training, continuing education, and experience with literally
thousands of clients over the years have prepared her to work effectively
with most mental health and relationship issues. She works more often with
adults than children. She specializes in facilitating the recovery of
clients who have been through major disappointments, setbacks, and personal
tragedies.
In fact, Bev “wrote the book on it.” Her latest book, released in early 2008
by Thomas Nelson Publishers, is entitled, This Wasn’t Supposed to Happen to
Me: 10 Make-or-Break Choices When Life Steals Your Dreams and Rocks Your
World.
In addition to her work in the clinic, Bev provides keynote addresses and
conducts seminars for professional associations, corporations and
businesses, religious organizations, and government agencies.
Sharon Whitley Stahler, M.S., Licensed Professional Counselor
Krystal Draughn,
Ashley Sumrall, Client Services Coordinator
Juleigh Fairley, Secretary/Receptionist
