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NOW HIRING

We are currently seeking compassionate master's level & licensed therapy candidates to join our team to provide Outpatient & School-based Therapy Services.

Meet Our Team

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Office Assistant

Founding Director

Founding Director

Jean Dyson, a native of Mineral County, full-time parent and former hair stylist is the warm greeting voice of MMH most days when you call or visit our office.  She processes referrals and is a helpful resource to link and connect you with other services if we are not available to meet your needs.  Jean has a special empathy & compassion for those facing life's challenges.

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Founding Director

Founding Director

Founding Director

Heidi Fields, a Licensed Professional Counselor & a lifelong Hampshire County resident, along with a great team, started MMH to meet the need for home, school & community based counseling in the area.  Heidi provides limited direct counseling services at this time for adults with BCBS & PEIA as she is currently recruiting & supervising st

Heidi Fields, a Licensed Professional Counselor & a lifelong Hampshire County resident, along with a great team, started MMH to meet the need for home, school & community based counseling in the area.  Heidi provides limited direct counseling services at this time for adults with BCBS & PEIA as she is currently recruiting & supervising staff and strengthening & supporting programs and services.  Heidi has over 25 years of experience in the mental health field.

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Case Manager

Founding Director

School-Based Services Coordinator

Paiton Shaffer, a native of Hampshire County, graduated from Liberty University with her Bachelor’s in Psychology and is continuing her education at Liberty to earn a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Paiton has worked in various settings with children, adolescents, and adults as she recently completed her internship a

Paiton Shaffer, a native of Hampshire County, graduated from Liberty University with her Bachelor’s in Psychology and is continuing her education at Liberty to earn a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Paiton has worked in various settings with children, adolescents, and adults as she recently completed her internship at MMH. She is excited to begin her career providing supportive counseling with area residents.

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School-Based Services Coordinator

Substance Abuse Treatment Services Coordinator

School-Based Services Coordinator

Keith Ackerman, a native of Mineral County, served in the Army Reserve being Honorably Discharged before beginning a career in Corrections as an Officer, Counselor & as the Director of Inmate Services in the WV Regional Jail System for over 17 years. He was a WV Supreme Court Probation Officer for specialized offenders for 8 years before 

Keith Ackerman, a native of Mineral County, served in the Army Reserve being Honorably Discharged before beginning a career in Corrections as an Officer, Counselor & as the Director of Inmate Services in the WV Regional Jail System for over 17 years. He was a WV Supreme Court Probation Officer for specialized offenders for 8 years before joining & helping to establish MMH. Keith earned undergrad & graduate degrees from Fairmont State College & WVU and enjoys assisting children & adults with difficulties they may be suffering with so they can feel improvement in how they view themselves & manage their lives.

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Service & Operations Coordinator

Substance Abuse Treatment Services Coordinator

Substance Abuse Treatment Services Coordinator

Cheryl Healy, a Hampshire County native has served children & adolescents in the area for over 20 years. She received her Bachelor’s degree from WVU & Master’s degree from Liberty University. Cheryl is a Certified Child & Adolescent Trauma Professional and specializes in Trauma-Focused CBT and Play & Expressive Therapy. Cheryl accepted a 

Cheryl Healy, a Hampshire County native has served children & adolescents in the area for over 20 years. She received her Bachelor’s degree from WVU & Master’s degree from Liberty University. Cheryl is a Certified Child & Adolescent Trauma Professional and specializes in Trauma-Focused CBT and Play & Expressive Therapy. Cheryl accepted a position as a Service & Operations Coordinator with MMH just prior to her family's relocation to Nevada and fortunately her new administrative role allows her to work from home across the country still collaborating to support clients, staff & services in her true home of WV.

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Substance Abuse Treatment Services Coordinator

Substance Abuse Treatment Services Coordinator

Substance Abuse Treatment Services Coordinator

Jacque O’Neil has 20 years  of experience in the counseling field with an emphasis on treating substance abuse disorders.  She is currently certified as an Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (AADC) by the state of West Virginia. She graduated summa cum laude with a graduate degree in School Counseling at Frostburg State University. Curre

Jacque O’Neil has 20 years  of experience in the counseling field with an emphasis on treating substance abuse disorders.  She is currently certified as an Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (AADC) by the state of West Virginia. She graduated summa cum laude with a graduate degree in School Counseling at Frostburg State University. Currently, she is overseeing MMH's Substance Abuse Programs and supervising clinical staff as well as providing individual, group and family therapy to clients.

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Therapist

Therapist

Therapist

Madison Fields, a lifelong Hampshire County resident, graduated from WVU and Liberty University and has worked previously in youth corrections before joining and helping to establish MMH.  Madison works with adults and adolescents and especially enjoys school-based therapy services.

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Therapist

Therapist

Therapist

Candice Hartman, a Mineral County native specializes in Trauma-Focused CBT and Play & Expressive Therapy with children and adolescents.  Candi has served the greater Panhandle area for over 20 years and is a passionate clinician who also dedicates much of her personal time in support of youth as a Girl Scout Leader.  Candi obtained a graduate degree in Community Counseling from Liberty University.

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Therapist

Therapist

Therapist

Erica Mangold is a Mineral County resident who received her bachelor’s degree from Frostburg State University & her Master’s degree from University of Maryland University College.  She is a certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor in the state of WV and has experience working in various settings with children, adolescents & adults.  She will be

Erica Mangold is a Mineral County resident who received her bachelor’s degree from Frostburg State University & her Master’s degree from University of Maryland University College.  She is a certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor in the state of WV and has experience working in various settings with children, adolescents & adults.  She will be providing office, home, school & community-based services with children & adults.  

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Therapist

Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Therapist

CJ Cangianelli, a Maryland native, graduated from Frostburg State University with a Master's degree in Education.  She has provided therapy services with children and adults for nearly 20 years in WV, MD and PA. CJ provides individual therapy & group therapy, specializing in empowering woman. She also enjoys supporting motivation for chan

CJ Cangianelli, a Maryland native, graduated from Frostburg State University with a Master's degree in Education.  She has provided therapy services with children and adults for nearly 20 years in WV, MD and PA. CJ provides individual therapy & group therapy, specializing in empowering woman. She also enjoys supporting motivation for change in recovery or life in general, working also as a life coach. She is the longest-running columnist for Allegany Magazine and is an instructor at Allegany College of MD, teaching continuing education courses.

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Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Michael Racey is a Hampshire County resident who is very passionate about recovery.  He has walked the road of recovery himself for several years and is a 2016 Drug Court Graduate.  Mike is very active in the community.  He is a member of PITAR (prevention, intervention, treatment, anti-stigma & recovery) in Hampshire County & Knock and T

Michael Racey is a Hampshire County resident who is very passionate about recovery.  He has walked the road of recovery himself for several years and is a 2016 Drug Court Graduate.  Mike is very active in the community.  He is a member of PITAR (prevention, intervention, treatment, anti-stigma & recovery) in Hampshire County & Knock and Talk (a community support effort targeting early intervention for individuals identified at risk).  Mike is certified in CCAR Recovery Coaching in addition to becoming a certified peer recovery support specialist.  

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Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Angie White, a central WV native, began her recovery journey when she relocated to Romney in 2017.  Angie completed the WV Leadership Academy for Consumers & Families self-advocacy training program, one of the nation’s earliest training programs designed for adults & adult family members living with mental health and/or substance use diso

Angie White, a central WV native, began her recovery journey when she relocated to Romney in 2017.  Angie completed the WV Leadership Academy for Consumers & Families self-advocacy training program, one of the nation’s earliest training programs designed for adults & adult family members living with mental health and/or substance use disorder histories. She has also trained in Wellness Recovery Action Planning, an evidenced based recovery model that focuses on a person's strengths, rather than perceived deficits, supporting people to develop their own WRAP.  She  enjoys her PRS role as she wants to help others recover.

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Join Our Team

  • Counseling, Case Management & Peer Recovery in homes, schools, our office & the community
  • Internships & licensure supervision

Exciting Opportunities for Licensed Therapists

Enjoy the autonomy & flexibility of providing outpatient therapy services with the support & camaraderie of a human service organization committed to quality & compassionate service delivery. Let us take the headache out of billing & insurance authorizations while you reap the benefits of paid time off, retirement, vision/dental & other supplemental benefits.  

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