Strategic Direction and Oversight
Championing Mental Health in Oklahoma City
Our advisory board members play a crucial role in shaping the strategic direction of FOCIS Counseling Services, ensuring our continued growth and commitment to providing high-quality mental health care to the Oklahoma City community.
Benita Jackson (Secretary)
Joining the FOCIS Advisory Board, I'm excited to champion open communication and idea exchange to strengthen our community presence, inspired by my 15-year teaching experience and unwavering focus on Oklahoma's children's education. As Secretary and a Case Manager at T. Greene Management, I'm devoted to collaborating with the board to reach our objectives.
Secretary Benita Jackson earned her Master's Degree in Early Childhood from the University of Central Oklahoma and holds a Bachelor's Degree from Oklahoma Christian University.
Teresa Greene-Ballard, CEO
Voting member of the Advisory Board
As a voting member of the Advisory Board, Teresa actively participates in decision-making processes, helping to shape the future of the organization with his extensive law enforcement experience and exceptional photography skills.
Wayne Linzy (Board Member)
With an extensive 24-year career in law enforcement, I bring a wealth of expertise, dedication, and insight into the complexities of maintaining public safety, enforcing laws, and fostering positive community relationships. My experience encompasses various aspects of law enforcement, enabling me to contribute significantly to the overall wellbeing of the communities I serve.
Board Member Wayne Linzy, a dedicated Highway Patrol Officer with the Oklahoma State Department of Public Safety, brings extensive law enforcement experience to the FOCIS Advisory Board. Alongside his commitment to service, Wayne is renowned for his exceptional photography skills, capturing both official police business and community events.
Alicia Price, Clinical Director
FOCIS Liaison to the Advisory Board
Alicia Price, as the Clinical Director at FOCIS, plays a crucial role in connecting the organization's operations with the Advisory Board. In her capacity as the Liaison to the Advisory Board, she ensures effective communication, collaboration, and alignment of goals, enabling FOCIS to provide exceptional services to the community.
Oklahoma City's Mental Health Champions
Join Us in Strengthening Mental Health Care in Oklahoma City
The FOCIS Advisory Board plays a significant role in promoting mental health awareness and advocacy in Oklahoma City. Through collaboration with community partners, they contribute to the betterment of mental health care services in our community.
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