FosterAdopt Connect
Alisha Persaud, LPC, has extensive experience in behavioral health and counseling, currently serving as a Case Manager at New Directions Behavioral Health since August 2015 and a Clinician at Midwest Foster Care and Adoption Association since April 2015. Previously, Alisha worked as a School Therapist at Crittenton Children's Center, focusing on trauma-informed therapy for preschool children, along with training staff and parents using the ARC framework. Alisha's background includes roles as a Substance Abuse Therapist, Therapeutic Case Manager, Counselor, Recovery Room Paraprofessional, Clinical Intern, Social Work Intern, and Behavior Specialist across various organizations. Alisha holds a Master of Science in Counseling from Avila University and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Missouri State University.
FosterAdopt Connect
FosterAdopt Connect serves abused and neglected children and the families caring for them. We are committed to assuring that all children have the opportunity to grow up successful, healthy and happy, despite childhood histories of abuse or neglect. Focused on building long-term relationships founded in experience, expertise and personal service, FosterAdopt Connect delivers evidence-based solutions, dedicated customer service and personal concern through integrity and transparency for those affected by the child welfare system.