Eastchester Family Service is comprised of experienced professionals that collaborate to manage clinical and business operations, ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and procedures, and oversee the delivery of high-quality services that meet the needs of every individual we serve.
Dr. Hyacinth Dennis-Crooks
Dr. Hyacinth Dennis-Crooks is a highly accomplished Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) with extensive experience and education in the field of healthcare. A native of Jamaica W.I She graduated with her Baccalaureate of science degree from The College of Mount Saint Vincent in New York State where she was a member of The International Nursing Honor Society, Sigma Theta Tau. She obtains a Master of Science Degree in Nursing from Kennesaw State University in 2004 and was Board certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner in 2005. She obtained a terminal degree, Doctor of Nursing Practice from Walden University in 2018. She has demonstrated a strong commitment to patient-centered care, and has been recognized for her clinical expertise and leadership skills. She has conducted research on a variety of topics related to nursing, and has published articles in peer-reviewed journals. Overall, Dr. Dennis-Crooks is a skilled and compassionate FNP who is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of her patients.
Raushanah Hud-Aleem, DO
Psychiatrist
Dr. Raushanah Hud-Aleem has been a practicing Psychiatrist for more than 10 years. She joined Eastchester in 2018.
Dr. Elisabeth Barclay
Dr Elisabeth Barclay is a Board Certified Psychiatrist who has been in practice for over 15 years. She is a native of Liberia, West Africa and brings a unique cultural background to our practice. She is passionate about helping children and families reach their highest wellness potential and goals in a holistic and family centered way. We are thrilled to have her as one of our Providers at EFS .
Maureen Ogbu, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Ms. Ogbu, a nurse practitioner, came to Eastchester in 2018. She has 12 years experience in the nursing field.
Rodney Aldridge, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Mr. Aldridge is a nurse practitioner who joined the Eastchester family in 2019.
Tisha Johnson, PsyD, TF-CBT
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Tisha Johnson is a clinical psychologist who is licensed in Georgia, North Carolina, and New York. She has been with the Eastchester family since 2012 and has a wide variety of clinical experiences that include providing psychological services in community behavioral health, residential treatment, community outreach, Christian counseling, and private practice settings. Her target population is childhood to young adults. She specializes in mood and behavioral disorders, including depression, mania, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and anxiety. In addition to her love for her professional work, Dr. Johnson is passionate about her family, crafting, and giving back to her community.
Amber Simons, LPC, CPSC, TF-CBT
Cartersville Site Administrator
Amber Simons, LPC, CPCS, is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor in the state of Georgia. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Kennesaw State University and her Master of Science degree in Professional Counseling from Georgia State University. With over 19 years of experience in the mental health field, Amber has provided therapeutic and crisis intervention services to individuals of all ages, including children aged 4 and above, adults, and couples/families.
Amber serves as the Site Administrator for our Cartersville office and offers clinical supervision for behavioral health providers.
Michael Wright, CPC-CPB
Director of Billing & Logistics
Michael Wright has been working in the billing arena of Behavioral Health for more than 14 years. As a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) & Certified Professional Biller (CPB), Michael knows and manages Eastchester’s full Revenue Cycle. Michael has been a part of the Eastchester Family for 10 years.
Wesley Caines
Re-entry Specialist
Mr. Caines is a Re-entry specialist and has been with Eastchester since 2014.
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