Mike Hagedorn, LCAC, LMHC, MAC

Agency Director ​Therapist

Mike is a Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCAC) and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Indiana. Recently, he was nationally certified as a Master Addiction Counselor (MAC) with the National Certification Commission for Addiction Professionals (NCCAP). Mike has five years of experience providing both individual and group therapy. He is a Certified EMDR therapist and utilizes trauma-informed care in his clinical work. ​ Mike received his bachelor’s degree from Indiana University and completed his graduate studies at Indiana Wesleyan University receiving a master’s degree in Addiction Counseling.

​Leslie Hagedorn, LCSW, MSW

Director of Progamming and Services Therapist

Leslie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LSW) in the state Indiana and has worked in the addictions field for over four years. She has worked with individuals with substance use and gambling disorders in both group and individual settings. She has been trained in motivational interviewing, the Matrix Model and EMDR. ​ Leslie obtained a bachelor’s degree in social work and a master’s degree in clinical social work from the University of Southern Indiana

Jordan Milby, LSW, MSW

Peer Coach Coordinator ​Therapist

Jordan is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in the state of Indiana. He has worked in the addiction field for 6 years. He has worked primarily in a peer-driven recovery program. He brings vast experience with peer-supported recovery models into his clinical work. Jordan received a bachelor's and master's degree in social work from Western Kentucky University.

​Amanda Cobb​​​​​, LMHCA

Work-Release Coordinator ​Therapist

Amanda is a licensed mental health counselor associate (LMHCA) in the state of Indiana. She has been working in the social work and mental health field for over 3 years. She has experience working with adults who suffer from substance use disorders. She has specialized training in Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Thinking for a Change. Amanda has a master's degree in human services counseling with an emphasis in addictions and recovery and a master's degree in professional counseling from Liberty University.

Tiphani Fillingim

LCSW Therapist

Tiphani is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Indiana, and has worked in the social work, addictions, and mental health field for 5 years (2013). She has experience working in both inpatient and outpatient settings providing group and individual therapy. Tiphani's passion is to continue advancing in her social work career by providing services and therapy for families and couples. She has received training in Motivational Interviewing. Tiphani has received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Oakland City University, and completed graduate studies at University of Southern Indiana receiving a master's degree in Social Work.

Marie Johnson-Metcalf, HSBCP

Case Manager

Marie is a certified Thinking for A Change instructor and a Board Certified Human Services Practitioner. She has many years of experience working non-professionally with individuals in recovery. She has worked for several years both as an employee and volunteer in the criminal justice system. Marie obtained an associate's degree in human services from Ivy Tech Community College. She is currently in the bachelor of social work program at the University of Southern Indiana.

Tyler Ivey, CRS/CHW

Peer Coach Office Support

Tyler is a continuing advocate and member of the local recovery community. His experience and training allow him to provide individualized services and resources to promote recovery, support, and well-being. He is also an Adult Sexuality educator trained through the University of Louisville Health Services Department. Tyler has received training and certification as a Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) and Community Health Worker(CHW) from the Indiana Division of Mental Health and Addiction (DMHA).

Chelsea Corkren

Chelsea is a peer recovery support specialist who has been successful in the recovery process. She helps others experiencing similar situations, through shared understanding, respect, and mutual empowerment.Her goal is to help people become and stay engaged in the recovery process. While helping with the everyday environments when seeking a successful, sustained recovery. I also provide clinical staff support as well as helping with everyday office responsibilities.

John Paulson ACSW, LCSW, MAC, LCAC, HS-BCP

Clinical Supervisor

John Paulson is an Assistant Professor of Social Work at the University of Southern Indiana in Evansville, Indiana where he teaches in both the undergraduate and graduate programs. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCAC) in Indiana. Mr. Paulson is a member of NAADAC, The Association for Addiction Professionals, and recognized by the National Certification Commission for Addiction Professionals as a Master Addiction Counselor (MAC). He is a member of the National Organization for Human Services (NOHS) and recognized by the Center for Credentialing & Education as a Human Services-Board Certified Practitioner (HS-BCP). He is member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), recognized as a member of the Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW). Mr. Paulson’s practice background is as a clinical social worker providing individual and group psychotherapy for people affected by mental health and substance use disorders. He continues to provide clinical supervision and program development for NOW counseling. Although he is not currently providing services, accepting referrals or scheduling appointments with clients, he can be reached at john@nowcounseling.us

Jeffery Green, Lloyd Woods, Rodney Merritt

PEER COACHES CRS/CHW

The N. O. W. Peer Recovery Services are individual face-to-face services that provide structured, scheduled activities that promote socialization, recovery, self-advocacy, development of natural supports, and maintenance of community living skills. Our team of Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) are trained and certified by approved educational and certification requirements set forth by the Indiana Department of Mental Health & Addiction (DMHA).

Dr. David C. Cerling, HSPP

Clinical Supervisor