James Smith

James Smith began their work experience as a Residence Hall Director at Sam Houston State University in 1991. James then worked as a Counselor at Wilkins Counseling Center from 1996 to 2002. In 2002, they joined Burke Center as a Service Director and held that role until 2008. In 2008, they transitioned to the position of Outpatient Mental Health Director at Burke Center until 2012, when they became the Director of Operations. James worked in that role until 2018, when they became the Chief Clinical Officer at Burke.

James Smith earned their Bachelor of Science degree in Physics from Sam Houston State University from 1985 to 1990. James then pursued a Master of Arts degree in Counseling at the same university from 1992 to 1995. In 2002, James attended Argosy University Sarasota, where they obtained their Doctor of Education degree in Counseling Psychology, which they completed in 2006.