Family & Children's Service
Alyson Menzies is a dedicated Child and Adolescent Therapist at Family & Children's Service, where responsibilities include utilizing trauma-informed therapeutic interventions, providing legal guidance, and advocating for clients in juvenile court systems. Prior experience includes serving as a Research Interventionist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, leading interventions for adolescents with Type 1 diabetes, and as a Counseling Intern at both Vanderbilt and Family & Children's Service, offering support to adult patients with HIV and children in crisis, respectively. Educational qualifications include a Master of Education in Mental Health Counseling from Vanderbilt University and a Bachelor of Science in Applied Developmental Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh. Alyson possesses a robust background in therapeutic practices, psychoeducation, and advocacy efforts across diverse populations.
Family & Children's Service
Family & Children’s Service (F&CS) serves all people in crisis and transition by meeting them where they are, understanding their needs, and connecting them to the resources they need. F&CS often ‘fills in the gaps’ in social services, creating a safety net to ensure that all children and families can be safe and healthy. Each year we provide services to more than 60,000 Tennesseans.