Meet Our Counselors
Meet Our Staff
Dr. Alan Korinek, LMFT-S (Managing Director) Dr. Korinek has worked at the Health Sciences Center since 1998 and he has served
as Managing Director of the EAP and PAS since 2004. He earned his Ph.D. in Marriage
and Family Therapy from Texas Tech University and is a Licensed Marriage and Family
Therapist (LMFT). Dr. Korinek is a Clinical Fellow of the American Association for
Marriage and Family Therapy and he is an Approved Supervisor for AAMFT. Dr. Korinek
enjoys doing therapy with couples when his schedule allows. He also enjoys providing
clinical supervision to the Counseling Center staff and consulting with supervisors,
managers, and administrators regarding behavioral health concerns. Alan.Korinek@ttuhsc.edu
Kristie Collins, LPC, LMFT (Associate Director) Kristie has a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University. She is trained in both EMDR and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and has a passion for working with clients who have experienced trauma. Her therapeutic style utilizes both CBT and a Solutions Focused approach. Kristie believes her role as a therapist is to encourage, educate, and train clients to become the author of their own stories. Kristie.Collins@ttuhsc.edu
Madison Bishop, LMFT (Sr. Therapist) Maddie specializes in working with couples and families, as well as individuals.
Her experience in systems theories allows her to work with several different units
and ranges in topics such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and
stress management. Maddie attempts to utilize a client’s own strengths and resources
to overcome whatever distress they are currently experiencing. She graduated from
Abilene Christian University with a Bachelor’s in Psychology and a Master’s in Marriage
and Family Therapy. Madison.Bishop@ttuhsc.edu
Mariah Dillard Davis, LPC (Sr. Therapist) Mariah specializes in helping people of all ages overcome symptoms of depression and anxiety, among other
difficulties. She has been trained in Cognitive Behaviorial Therapy and Trauma Focused
CBT interventions, which uses practical tools to deal with daily struggles. She has
experience in working with clients who have experienced trauma and is trained to use
EMDR interventions. Mariah currently works with individuals, couples, and families.
She has received her Master of Arts in Counseling from Dallas Baptist University.
Mariah.Dillard@ttuhsc.edu
Robert Ragland, LPC (Therapist) Robert has a Master’s Degree in Counseling from Liberty University, and is a Licensed
Professional Counselor. He is experienced in working with people who have severe mental
illness including Schizophrenia, Bi-Polar Disorder, and Personality Disorders, as
well as marital issues, men’s issues, childhood trauma, and family dynamics. Robert
began helping people in the Mental Health field in 2000, and has had the privilege
to walk with individuals and couples through difficult times. This experience has
given him the perspective that even though we may face extraordinary challenges, if
provided with the right tools and understanding, overcoming becomes natural. Robert
is trained in EMDR Therapy. Robert.Ragland@ttuhsc.edu
Emilee Hammond, LPC-Intern (Therapist) Emilee is a LPC-Intern under the supervision of Hailey Ray MA, NCC, LPC-S. She graduated
with a Bachelor’s of Science - Psychology from Abilene Christian University in 2016
and is recent 2019 graduate of Texas Tech University with a Masters in Education with
emphases in Clinical Mental Health. She has experience with adults of all ages ranging
from 17-85. Emilee enjoys helping those going through various life transitions, trauma,
anxiety/depression, anger management, and boundaries. Her therapeutic style is a mixture
of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Center Therapy. Emilee.Hammond@ttuhsc.edu
Ariel Kirkland, LPC (Therapist) Ariel has a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lubbock Christian
University. Ariel is currently in the doctoral program at Texas Tech University for
Educational Psychology. Ariel has been trained in TF-CBT and CBT and specializes in
trauma, anxiety and depression. Ariel.Kirkland@ttuhsc.edu
Mandy Fair, MPA, MS, LMFT (Sr. Therapist) is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She has over 18 years of experience in grief counseling, PTSD,
substance abuse, and mental health treatment. Mandy realized her love of working
with people when she began working with the Rape Crisis Center in 1999. After receiving
her BS from Texas Tech University, she entered the Air Force. She moved back to Lubbock
after seven years and worked at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center for nine
years. She has worked at LCJJC and The Ranch at Dove Tree. Mandy enjoys spending
time with her family that includes three kids and her best friend, also known as her
husband. Mandy’s passion lies in encouraging and empowering people to find joy and
peace in their lives and how relationships play a part in that journey. Mandy.Fair@ttuhsc.edu
Natalie Harryman, LMFT-A (Therapist) Natalie specializes in grieving families adjusting to new family roles and structure. She has three years
of bereavement experience and works well with most ages, especially older adults.
Her therapeutic approach includes Emotionally Focused Therapy but may include other
modalities, as necessary. Natalie received her Bachelor’s degree in Family Studies
from Lubbock Christian University in 2017 and received her Master’s degree in Marriage
and Family therapy from Abilene Christian University in 2020. She is supervised by
Dr. Alan Korinek, LMFT-S.
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