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LaChelle Ricks

Recovery Court Director

LaChelle Ricks is a graduate of Liberty University, in Lynchburg VA, where she received her Bachelor’s in Psychology. She then went on to obtain her Masters in Mental Health and Counseling from University of Phoenix. LaChelle has a heart for criminal justice and underserved populations. She has been working in the field of mental health for 15 years starting in Raleigh NC working at a group home for youths with behavioral issues. She then went on to work at the state correctional facility in Baltimore MD for 5 years as an addictions counselor. LaChelle moved to TN in 2014 where she started working at the Mental Health Cooperative doing case management. She transitioned to the Mental Health Court position in December of 2016 where she created, implemented and coordinated the program in Rutherford County until August of 2021. She worked briefly coordinating and revamping the Mental Health Court in Williamson County until returning to Rutherford County to become the current Director. LaChelle enjoys spending time with her husband and infant daughter when not working, as well as with friends and family.

Lynn Armstrong

LPC-MHSP

Clinical Team

Lynn’s professional tenure includes 20+ years experience as a Licensed Professional School Counselor and Mental Health Therapist. She believes in supporting clients with learning healthy copings skills, stress management, forgiveness and improving cognitions. Lynn has worked extensively with special populations, that include incarcerated women, juveniles and children. Her focus has included dual diagnosis, depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders and substance abuse. Lynn completed her undergraduate degree in 1993 from California State University Fullerton. Her Masters Degree from the University of Phoenix in Las Vegas, Nevada. Her Professional Certification in Mental Health Counseling from Freed Hardeman University in 2019. She received passing scores on all testing requirements and received full Licensing for Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), with the State Department of Health Licensure and Regulation in 2024. Lynn is originally from Southern California and has been in Tennessee since 2004. She has 2 loving adult children, that attended MTSU and reside in Middle Tennessee.

Lori Flippo

BS, LADAC

Clinical Team

Lori Flippo is a graduate of Kansas State University where she received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Lori has worked in the mental health/social service field for over 10 years. Lori has worked in research labs with her professors, worked as a psychosocial rehab provider for at-risk youth with behavioral issues, and worked with a safe-house for survivors of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault to provide safety planning and crisis intervention services while living in Kansas. Lori then moved back home to TN where she began working at Mental Health Cooperative, Inc. as an intensive case manager. When Lori was introduced to Recovery Courts, she quickly saw the benefits of problem-solving courts for her community and the population she serves and knew she had to get involved. Lori is currently serving as a substance abuse counselor for the DUI Treatment Court, while actively pursuing her LADAC. Lori has a heart and passion for working with and advocating for those struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues.

Marcus Jemison

LADAC II, QCS

Clinical Team

Marcus joined Rutherford County Recovery Court in May 2008. He has 20 years of training and experience in the addiction field. He has love and compassion for those suffering with addiction. Outside of work, Marcus enjoys sports, reading and spending time with family. Marcus and his wife have a daughter and four grandchildren.

Liz Lawrence

LMSW, CTP

Clinical Team

Liz joined Rutherford County Recovery Court in March 2023. She received both her undergraduate and graduate Social Work degrees from Middle Tennessee State University and has worked the field for the past 7 years. Liz is passionate about helping people find hope, empowering themselves and creating a life they actually want to live. Outside of her professional endeavors, she enjoys gardening, riding RZR’s and spending time with her friends and family.

Daniel Luce

LPC-MHSP

Clinical Team

Dan believes it is a privilege to be let into peoples’ lives and views therapy as a sacred, collaborative space. He knows that positive change is possible through hope. Dan graduated from Middle Tennessee State University with a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling. He is licensed by the state of TN as a professional counselor with a mental health service provider designation.

Lauren Raymer

BSW, LADAC II

Clinical Team

Lauren joined the Rutherford County Recovery Court in July 2022. A proud graduate of MTSU and a Murfreesboro native. She has 9 years of experience in the field. Lauren believes that education and connection are the most powerful tools to empower our clients. When she’s not working, Lauren loves to travel, spend quality time with friends and family, and relax by the water under the sun.

Anthony Yanis

MSW, LADAC II, CCTP, ORDM

Clinical Team

Anthony has a master’s degree in Social Work, is a licensed alcohol and drug counselor, and a certified clinical trauma professional. He has been an active part of our Recovery Courts since 2013. Anthony’s alma maters are MTSU and NYU. Some of the professional fields Anthony has worked in are: DCS Juvenile Justice, the Board of Education, Physical Therapy, and Minister for a NYC congregation. Anthony’s passion is working with people, helping them develop mentally, physically, and spiritually. Outside of work, Anthony loves spending time with his wife and five adult children, playing board games, taking strolls, watching movies, and walking his dog. Don’t be fooled by Anthony’s strong NYC accent, because he proudly claims to be a Tennessean for the past 14 years.

Savanna Farris

BSW

Case Management Team

Savanna is a dedicated social worker with five years of experience, having graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in 2019 with a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work. Savanna began her career at Volunteer Behavioral Health as a care manager and was promoted to court liaison. In August of 2023, Savanna began working at Rutherford County Recovery Court as a Mental Health Court Case Manager. Savanna has the passion for helping individuals overcome barriers and discover hope. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys spending time with family, reading, and spending time with her Aussiedoodle, Korra.

Tameika Gray

MA

Case Management Team

Tameika Gray is a graduate of Murray State University where she received her Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. She continued her education at Liberty University and obtained her Master’s degree in Human Services with a concentration on Marriage and Family Therapy. Tameika has worked in the social services field for over 20 years and she is currently pursuing her LADAC. She spent almost ten years with DCS and developed a genuine ability to connect with the clients she serves which allows her to work effectively with those who have unique circumstances. In her free time, Tameika enjoys spending time with her family and friends, trying new Pinterest recipes, and watching sports. She is especially excited to be a part of the Recovery Court team.

Miranda Snide

BSW

Case Management Team

Miranda attended MTSU where she earned a bachelor’s degree in social work. She has been working in the social service field since 2019. She has a passion for working with people struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues. She believes that anyone can overcome their past and make positive/healthy changes for the future. She lives in Murfreesboro with her three children and her husband. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her family, watching movies, playing board games, and cuddling with her cat. She is excited to be part of the Recovery Court as a case manager.

El Thomas

MSW

Case Management Team

Elcindra Thomas is a graduate of Middle Tennessee State University, where she received both her bachelor's and master's degree in Social Work. El has been working as a Mental Health professional since 2014 and has worked with other populations in the field of social work within various internships and previous agencies of employment since 2004. She started her career with the mental health population in 2014, where she worked at the Guidance Center as a case manager, was promoted to Team Lead, then transitioned to the role as a case manager of the Mental Health Court of Rutherford County in November of 2019. Mental Health is El's passion, and she hopes to be able to continue to broaden her horizons in the field.

Kelly Lane

Administrative Staff

Kelly Lane is the Recovery Court Data Manager.

William "Chip" Burke

CPRS

Chip has been a resident of Murfreesboro since October 2010. He became a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) in 2022 as an entry point to serving the population of substance use disorder and mental health clients in our community. Chip enjoys traveling with his wife and spending time with his grandchildren.

Lindsey Davis

MSCJ

Re-Entry Team

Lindsey Davis was born and raised in Murfreesboro and graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in 2014 with her bachelor’s in Psychology. She went on to obtain her Master of Science in Criminal Justice from Bethel University. Lindsey previously worked in the General Sessions Clerks’ Office before joining the Re-Entry Team as a Case Manager in June of 2020. In April 2021, Lindsey was promoted to Re-Entry Program Coordinator where she works to implement services and programming at the Rutherford County Correctional Work Center and the Rutherford County Adult Detention Center. Lindsey’s passion is helping those within the criminal justice system and working to reduce recidivism. She is actively pursuing her LADAC. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, being in the sun and on the water, spending time with Rex and Lottie (the Goldendoodles) and serving as a Chapter Advisory Board Member for the MTSU chapter of Kappa Delta Sorority.

Jennifer Barlow

MSW, CPRS

Re-Entry Team

Jennifer Barlow is a graduate of Middle Tennessee State University, where she received her bachelor’s and master’s degree in social work. She joins the Reentry team as a Counselor with years of experience working with justice involved individuals. Her passion is helping those struggling with addiction find peace, strength, and hope. Aside from work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and 2 children, watching and attending sports events, and traveling to the beach or mountains.

Jackson Bieger

Ed. S in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Re-Entry Team

Jackson has been a believer in mental health care from his teenage years, and has tried to pay it forward ever since. While working as an intern at Recovery Court, he found an affinity for providing a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals recovering from substance abuse and involvement with the justice system. He knows that every person has a story, and he hopes to help his clients break past patterns to take control of their lives. After his internship, Jackson was hired on with the Re-Entry team in August of 2024. He is a recent graduate of MTSU’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling program and is currently working towards licensure in the state of Tennessee. When not at work, you can typically find him rock climbing, playing video games, or watching movies.

Mardriana McClure

MSCJ

Re-Entry Team

Mardriana “Marge” McClure is a graduate of University of Cincinnati where she received her Master’s degree in Criminal Justice. Mardriana has worked in the social services field for over 10 years working with Marion County Community Corrections in Indianapolis, IN as a Community Supervision Manager and TRV Community Supervision Manager for Duvall Work Release. She also has prior work experience in the St. Louis City Jail as a Caseworker. Mardriana found her true passion working as a Re-Entry Case Manager Pre and Post Release serving individuals coming out of the Missouri Department of Corrections in aftercare providing substance abuse, mental health, and Medication Assisted Treatment. Mardriana has served as a Case Manager to families and youth, as well as previously incarcerated individuals at the Community Action Agency of St. Louis County primarily focusing on Youth Drop out Preventions and Reduction of Recidivism for previously incarcerated individuals through Drug and Alcohol Education, Anger Management, Parenting, Re-Entry, Poverty and Youth Simulations, GED, and Leadership Classes. In her most recent role, she was a Director of Programs for a non-profit agency based in St. Louis, MO, who Facilitated Personal and Professional Development for underserved individuals, incarcerated individuals and people re-entering society after incarceration. Mardriana previously served as the Lead Life Transformation Coach helping others to fulfill their goals. She has a genuine ability to connect with the people she serves by showing general empathy and the desire to help them live the life they desire by reaching their full potential. Mardriana currently provides caregiving for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in her spare time. She is excited to be a part of the Recovery Court team as the part-time Re-Entry Case Manager.

Kenneth Smith

Re-Entry Team

Kenneth is a dedicated professional originally from Memphis Tennessee. Joining the military in 1996 he served his country in many roles, most noticeably as a Brig liaison at Naval Station Norfolk in Norfolk, Virginia. There, working with justice involved service members as a case manager he gained a passion for the job, working with those being processed out of the military. After his service Kenneth attended and gained his bachelor’s degree from UMASS global (formally Brandman University). During his down time, Kenneth enjoys spending time with his family, collecting comics and traveling. He is deeply committed to helping make his community a better place for all.

Jasmine Tindall

BS

Re-Entry Team

Jasmine Tindall is a graduate of Middle Tennessee State University where she received her B.S. in Criminal Justice. She joined the Rutherford County Re-Entry team in Fall 2020 as a Case Manager. He duties include assessing applicants, facilitating Moral Recognition Therapy, Relapse Prevention, Anger Management and Co-Dependency classes, and providing resources for the participants, just to name a few. Before joining the Re-Entry team, she served as Williamson County’s DUI Court Case Manager and prior to that she was the Program Director for Behavioral Health Group where she fought the Opioid pandemic on the front lines. She brings over 8 years of experience working with communities in the Middle Tennessee area dealing with substance abuse and recovery. Jasmine has a passion for helping individuals become the best versions of themselves, and she puts that energy into everything she does. In her spare time, she loves to spend time with her husband and 2 kids, CrossFit, and try new recipes.

Mary Udell

BSW, LADAC

Re-Entry Team

Mary Udell is a graduate of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and is currently pursuing her Master’s in Social Work. She brings over 10 years of experience in the substance use disorder field and serves as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor on the Re-Entry Team. Mary is passionate about supporting justice-impacted individuals as they navigate recovery and reentry. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling and scuba diving with her husband and two children.

Lisa A. Eischeid

Rutherford County General Sessions Judge Part IV

Judicial Support Staff

Judge Eischeid graduated from Middle Tennessee State University with her Bachelor of Business Administration in 1988. Afterwards she attended the University of Tennessee School of Law and obtained her Doctor of Jurisprudence in 1992. Later that year, she was admitted to practice law by the Tennessee Bar Examiners. From 1992 until 2016, Judge Eischeid practiced law all over the Middle Tennessee area and in 2011 also became a Licensed Rule 31 Family Mediator and conducted several hundred mediations.

In August of 2016, Judge Eischeid was elected in Rutherford County Tennessee as the General Sessions Judge Part IV. In this position, Judge Eischeid presides over misdemeanor and felony cases by either conducting preliminary hearings or accepting guilty pleas. In May of 2018, Judge Eischeid became the recovery court judge presiding over the DUI Recovery Court.

Leslie McBride

Judicial Support Staff

Leslie McBride graduated from Middle Tennessee State University. She earned her J.D. from the Nashville School of Law.

An internship with The Rutherford County Public Defender's solidified Leslie's desire to become a criminal defense attorney. Shortly after graduation, Leslie clerked for the Rutherford County Juvenile Court Judge, The Honorable Donna Scott Davenport. She then returned to the Public Defender's to begin her career as an Assistant Public Defender.

When the Veteran's Treatment Court started in Rutherford County in 2015, Leslie was invited to join the treatment team & the same for Mental Health Court when they started in 2017. She now has the privilege of working with all the Recovery Courts & she finds this work to be the most rewarding part of her job!

Jimmy Turner

Judge

Judicial Support Staff

A West Tennessee native, Judge Jimmy Turner graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in 2006 with a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Administration. He graduated from Nashville School of Law in 2011. As an attorney, his practice focused on criminal defense. From 2019 to 2021 he also served as the City Attorney for Eagleville, Tennessee.

On January 12, 2021, Judge Turner was appointed by Governor Bill Lee as Circuit Court Judge, Division II, for the 16th Judicial District. Judge Turner presides over a criminal docket involving all types of felony and misdemeanor crimes. He also presides over Drug Court. Jimmy and his wife currently reside in Lascassas, Tennessee with their two sons. His wife is an elementary school teacher for Rutherford County Schools.