Our Team M-N

Angie Martin, M.Ed, LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor providing school-based therapy to Ripley Union Lewis Huntington school district. Angie also provides outpatient therapy at the Mt. Orab office. Angie uses cognitive behavior therapy and trauma informed approaches in her counseling practice. She has received additional training in EMDR approaches. Additionally, Angie serves as a member of the Brown County Crisis Response Team.

Andrea Hao, MS, MFT (She/Hers), graduated with a Master of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from University of Wisconsin-Stout. Andrea is a certified Multi-Dimensional Family Therapist, currently providing mental health services to youth, parents, families, and their communities. As a Sex Educator in training, Andrea values the diversity and serves as an advocate for LGBTQIA2S+ community. Throughout clinical practice, Andrea gained training and competencies in Emotionally Focused Therapy, The Gottman Method, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Andrea is committed to serving clients and families based on their individualized needs and enriching her own skills as a mental health provider.    

Stevie McCarty-Spires, MS, OhioRISE Care Coordinator, received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Wilmington College in 2011 and her Master of Science in Criminal Justice from the University of Cincinnati in 2013. Stevie is currently working full time as both an intensive and moderate care coordinator for the OhioRISE Program. Prior to working at Child Focus, Stevie worked in education, the judicial system and the medical field.

James McDonough, MSW, LISW is a therapist working with children in the West Clermont school district. In the past, James has worked with children in the foster care system, primarily focusing on the issues of anxiety, depression, and trauma. James received his Bachelor of Social Work degree in 2018 and his Master of Social Work degree in 2019, both from the University of Cincinnati. James has training in Trauma-Focused CBT, and has experience using techniques informed by Play Therapy and Person-Centered therapy. In his free time, James likes to watch basketball and take hikes in local parks.

Alenka Mungonye-Fairley, BA, QMHS, is a Qualified Mental Health Specialist providing Community Psychiatric Support Treatment (CPST) services, Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS) and prevention services at Williamsburg Elementary School and Williamsburg Middle and High School. Alenka graduated from Ohio University with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in 2020. She is currently in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Master's program at Xavier University and working towards obtaining an LPC. Prior to working at Child Focus, Alenka worked on an adolescent inpatient psychiatry unit and has experience with crisis management. 

Heather Music, BA, CT, is a part-time qualified mental health specialist (QMHS) and a part-time masters level apprentice. She is currently enrolled with Lindsey Wilson College while working towards her master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling. Heather comes with prior experience working with family systems and providing education regarding child development for children from birth to 5 years of age. In the past, you may have recognized her at Help Me Grow where she served as a home visitor in the Adams and Brown county communities. Heather is working hard to help individuals within the community increase their potential by building from their strengths and working towards better daily functioning.  

Krissie Myers, BS, graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 2013 with her Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice. She began her career by working with youth involved in juvenile court and went on to work with children in the foster care system. She has served as a case manager and also worked as a Program Director where she licensed new foster parents. Mrs. Myers found her passion when she began working with children in the school setting as a Qualified Mental Health Specialist. She has seen firsthand that access to mental health services in schools can make a difference in the lives of students and school staff. As the Education Liaison, she promotes wellness in schools and provides support by linking districts with mental health services.

Carly Nagel, MA, LPCC, ACTRP, is the Assistant Director of Crisis Services. Carly completed her undergraduate and graduate work at Cincinnati Christian University and is an independently licensed counselor in the State of Ohio.  Carly specializes in trauma-focused therapy with over 8 years of experience and is an Advanced Certified Trauma & Resiliency Practitioner. Carly is a knowledgeable trainer of trauma-focused counseling. Other areas of professional expertise include parent coaching, counseling, foster care, school-based therapy and consulting.  Carly has more than 12+ years’ experience working with children, adolescents, and families in the field of mental health.

Maddie Neubecker, MSW, LSW, is a therapist at Terrace Park Elementary in Mariemont City School District. She is also a member of the Crisis Response Team at Child Focus. She received her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Cincinnati in 2023. While in graduate school she completed an internship in outpatient therapy at Child Focus, where she provided individual therapy, assisted with the Anger Management group for children ages 4-6, and also helped facilitate sessions for the Active Parenting group for parents who wished to strengthen their parenting skills. Maddie began with Child Focus in 2021 as a school-based Qualified Mental Health Specialist, working with children in grades K-6 in Milford Exempted Village School District. She has experience working with adults and children with developmental disabilities, and children with various mental health disorders.