Our Team

Jen received her MSW from the University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa specializing in Children and Family Studies. Jen joined the Childplace team in 2014. Throughout her 15 years of professional experience, she has worked with state social service agencies, prospective foster and adoptive families, and children in foster care. She also obtained her CSW certification in the state of Kentucky and LSW certification in the state of Indiana. As a licensed Social Worker, Jen provides guidance and oversight to the agency’s adoption & foster care programs.

Emily received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Kentucky. She has served in multiple social service settings since graduation, including a food pantry and homeless shelter. Emily joined the Childplace team in May of 2018 as an administrative assistant in the counseling office. She transitioned to her current roles in foster care & adoption in 2020. 

Lori received her Bachelor of Social Work degree from Campbellsville University specializing in Child Welfare. She joined the Childplace team in August of 2023 and has worked with children and families in a variety of settings throughout her adult life including day care management, teaching preschool, and volunteering with a foster and adoptive ministry. Lori previously served as a foster care case manager, and recently transitioned to a licensing specialist role.

Bellamy received her BS in Biblical Counseling at Boyce college in Louisville, KY. Bellamy has experience through various opportunities serving children and families at different capacities. Bellamy provides case management support children and foster families.

Mashiur Khan, MD  is a graduate of the University of Louisville School of Medicine. He completed his general psychiatry residency through the University of Louisville, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. He completed his child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship through the University of Louisville, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science. He has experience in working with children, adolescents, adults and families. Dr. Khan is also a board-certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist.

Melissa received her MSSW through the University of Louisville. She has served in multiple roles within the agency and started her current position in 2015. She has her certification in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy. Melissa has completed the Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) Practitioner training. She has experience in working with children and adolescents who have experienced trauma, experienced foster care and children and adolescents who have been adopted.

Lisa received her MSSW through the University of Louisville. Lisa has her certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy. She has completed the University of Louisville’s Juvenile Sexual Offender Counselor Certification Program. Lisa also has received the title of Master Addiction Counselor through the National Certification Commission for Addiction Professionals.

Susan received her M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Indiana University. She obtained her LCSW and LMFT license in 1993. She also has her certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy. Susan has extensive previous experience working in private practice and community based services.

Jake likes jumping out of airplanes and solving Rubik’s Cubes for fun, though not (yet) at the same time. He earned a Bachelor’s in Preaching from Johnson University in Tennessee, then a Master’s in Counseling from Asbury Seminary in Florida. When he started his career, he served as a Connections Pastor in the Christian Church, and a Case Manager at Lifespring, before coming to Childplace in 2021. Now, he works as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate and serve clients of all ages and with various mental health concerns. In the office, he often uses techniques of Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Internal Family Systems. He wakes up every day to partner with people who are navigating life’s challenges and help them create good lives, full of clarity, peace, and significance. One of his favorite quotes is “History proves you’ve survived 100% of your most difficult days. You’ve already come so far, so don’t give up now, just take the next right step.”

Lauren is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with her Masters in Social Work and Masters in Couples and Family Therapy from the University of Louisville. She has been a practicing clinician since 2019 with a background in working with children and adolescents who have experienced trauma. She has been trained in both Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help children and families heal in the aftermath of trauma. Lauren believes whole heartedly in working together with families and other support systems to help her clients build resiliency and work towards healthy attachments. In her free time, Lauren loves to spend time with her husband and two dogs as well as singing, dancing, or reading.

Samantha received her Masters in Clinical Health Counseling from Spalding University, and in 2024 she obtained her license to practice. Prior to working with Childplace, Samantha gained experience working with families and children involved with the Department of Child Services and Probation Services. She enjoys using games and activities to foster a positive therapeutic relationship with her clients. She’s a self-proclaimed nerd at heart and enjoys incorporating that into her sessions. She has dreams of pursuing a Psy.D. in Art Therapy one day! In her free time, she likes to read, build legos, and spend time with her fiancé and her dog, Nova.

Jen received her MSW from the University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa specializing in Children and Family Studies. Jen joined the Childplace team in 2014. Throughout her 15 years of professional experience, she has worked with state social service agencies, prospective foster and adoptive families, and children in foster care. She also obtained her CSW certification in the state of Kentucky and LSW certification in the state of Indiana. As a licensed Social Worker, Jen provides guidance and oversight to the agency’s adoption & foster care programs.

Emily received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Kentucky. She has served in multiple social service settings since graduation, including a food pantry and homeless shelter. Emily joined the Childplace team in May of 2018 as an administrative assistant in the counseling office. She transitioned to her current roles in foster care & adoption in 2020.