Speakers
We are excited to welcome speakers from various sectors to provide an engaging experience for all visitors. The forum will offer guests some of the most well-regarded clinicians and trainers in the upstate during our plenary sessions and break-out sessions throughout the day.

James Campbell
Associate Director of the Southeast Addiction Technology Transfer Center
James Campbell, LPC, LAC, MAC, AADC has worked professionally in the human services field for over thirty years in a wide range of clinical settings, currently serving as the Associate Director for the Southeast Addiction Technology Transfer Center at Morehouse School of Medicine. His passion is equipping providers to support individual and family wellness effectively. He is a licensed professional counselor, licensed addiction counselor, master addiction counselor, advanced alcohol and drug counselor, and an end-of-life doula. He is a member of both NAADAC and ACA and is a nationally recognized author and speaker.
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Dr. Casey Berson
Clinical Assistant Professor, University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Dr. Casey Berson is a board-certified psychiatrist with over a decade of experience in the medical field. She earned her medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine and completed a combined residency program in pediatrics, adult psychiatry and child and adolescent psychiatry at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. Board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Dr. Berson brings a comprehensive and compassionate approach to patient care, drawing on her dual training in pediatrics and psychiatry. Dr. Berson also serves on the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry’s media committee as co-chair. She has a specialized interest in the intersection of media and mental health.
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Justine Dunnavant
Licensed Professional Counselor and Board-Certified Music Therapist
Justine Dunnavant, MA, MT-BC, FAMI, LPC is a licensed professional counselor and board-certified music therapist with over two decades of experience in the mental health field. She holds a Master’s in Professional Mental Health Counseling from Webster University and brings advanced training in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT), and mindfulness-based approaches.
Justine’s work is grounded in integrative, person-centered care, with a particular focus on trauma, anxiety, depression, and relational healing. She is known for blending clinical rigor with creative modalities, using music therapy and experiential techniques to foster emotional safety, insight, and transformation. Her approach emphasizes ethical integrity, diagnostic precision, and accessibility in client-facing materials and psychoeducation.
As a clinician, mentor, and educator, Justine is deeply committed to advancing evidence-based treatment while reclaiming creativity as a vital force in healing. Her presentation, Beyond Protocol: Reclaiming Creativity in Mental Health Care, explores the neurobiological and emotional benefits of creative engagement, the symptomology of creative suppression, and the systemic impact of innovation on clients, clinicians, and communities.
Justine has served with organizations including Turning Point Counseling, Mid-Atlantic Training Institute, NOCD, and National Youth Advocate Program. She continues to refine therapeutic language and session structures that empower both clients and providers—believing that creativity is not a luxury, but a clinical necessity.
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Jennifer Piver
CEO, Mental Health America of
Greenville County
Jennifer Piver is a graduate of Northern Illinois University with a degree in Communicative Disorders. She has dedicated more than 26 years to Mental Health America of Greenville County (MHAGC), serving as Executive Director since 2011.
Her journey began as a volunteer on the 24/7 CRISISline, now the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Certified by the American Association of Suicidology, Jennifer brings both professional expertise and personal connection to her work, having experienced multiple losses to suicide. For over 20 years, she has facilitated the Survivors of Suicide (SOS) support group in Greenville, creating a safe, compassionate space for those coping with loss.
Under her leadership, MHAGC advances its mission to support, strengthen, and save lives through housing assistance, representative payee services, mental wellness education, and supports the statewide 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Beyond her professional role, Jennifer served as a Girl Scout leader for 13 years and treasures her time with family—especially playing, laughing, and being a proud aunt to her niece and five nephews.

Dr. Gabe Clark
Resident Physician, Prisma Health
Originally from the Midwest, Gabriel Clark completed medical school in southwest Utah at Rocky Vista University. He is currently in his 3rd year of psychiatry residency training with Prisma health in Greer and is looking forward to his upcoming Geriatric fellowship.
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Dr. Anita Abure
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellow at Prisma Health/University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Dr. Anita Abure, MD is a Nigerian American physician and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellow at Prisma Health/University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville, where she currently serves as Chief Fellow. She completed her psychiatry residency at Prisma Health – Greer and has led multiple educational and quality improvement initiatives, including founding the Beyond the White Coat DEI lecture series. Her clinical interests include psychotherapy, inpatient psychiatry, and culturally responsive interventions for minority youth. She is deeply committed to advancing equitable mental health care and community advocacy.
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Tiffney Davidson Parker
Executive Director, NAMI Greenville
Tiffney Davidson-Parker is a healthcare expert with over 20 years of experience in managing community mental health organizations and complex healthcare systems. As the Executive Director of NAMI Greenville, SC, and Founder and CEO of Universal Therapeutic Services, she has established herself as a social change agent, pioneering healthcare initiatives that improve service delivery, patient outcomes, and operational efficiency. Her work focuses on creating greater community access to health and mental health services, emphasizing culturally sensitive and affordable care. Previously, Tiffney served as President and COO of The Providence Center, where she managed behavioral health services, as well as Regional Manager of Case Management at Molina Healthcare and Chief Operating Officer at Visions of Greatness Inc., gaining valuable experience in managed care and behavioral healthcare services. She also founded Davidson Consulting Solutions, offering advisory services to health and human services organizations, and has held board positions with various healthcare and mental health organizations.
Tiffney is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with her Master of Social Work from Howard University and a Bachelor of Arts in Speech Pathology and Audiology from South Carolina State University. She is pursuing a Ph.D. in Healthcare Administration from Walden University, demonstrating her commitment to advancing healthcare access and quality through strategic leadership and community collaboration.​​​​​​​​​​

Maranda Beaver, LMSW
Program Director, Office of Mental Health Suicide Prevention
Maranda Beaver graduated from the University of South Carolina with her Bachelor of Arts in Public Health and her Master in Social Work. She is a licensed social worker and Program Coordinator with the Office of Mental Health Suicide Prevention Program where she oversees all statewide training, outreach, and the Interactive Screener Program. Maranda, herself, is also trained in several evidence-based suicide prevention and intervention strategies. She began working in suicide prevention after losing her uncle to suicide in 2013 and has since turned years of volunteering into a full-time career.

Timothy Cunningham
Owner, Wine and Dine Greenville
Timothy Cunningham, a native of South Carolina, discovered his passion for art at an early age, which culminated in a defining moment at 16 when he was commissioned to paint a mural for a Wells Fargo Bank in El Paso. This project marked the beginning of his professional art career, driven by his deep love for fine arts and the encouragement of his mother. Timothy's dedication to his craft has seen him mastering various mediums, including oils, watercolors, acrylics, and charcoal, with his pieces now held in private collections both nationally and internationally.
A Marine Corps Veteran of the Iraq War, Timothy has carried his discipline and resilience into his artistic endeavors. His artistic style, rooted in the 2D realm, reflects a lifelong commitment to learning and growth, which he regards as a continuous journey.
At the heart of Timothy's work is The Cunningham Fine Arts Foundation, through which he spearheads the annual "Greenville Through A Lens" art showcase and hosts workshops throughout the year to further the local artists in their business efforts