Meet The Staff
Owner / CEO
Clinical Staff
Terri started with Psych Med Associates in 2009. She originally earned her nursing degree from Sharon Regional Health System and a Bachelor of Science in nursing from Penn State University. Terri eventually went on to obtain a Master of Science in nursing with a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specialty from Drexel University. Her work history includes over 19 years in behavioral health experience, starting with the inpatient behavioral health unit at Sharon Regional Hospital as well as working for Sharon Community Health Center and Primary Health Network. Terri enjoys spending time with her grandchildren when she is not working
Jonathan joined Psych Med Associates in 2013 after retiring from the Army and a full-time career working at the VA Hospital. Jonathan earned his Bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Tampa. He went on to earn a nursing degree from Shadyside Hospital and Bachelors in Nursing from Carlow College. He ultimately received his Certified Nurse Practitioner degree from the University of Maryland. Jonathan served in the Army for 22 years as a nurse and was deployed to both Afghanistan and Korea during this time. He continues to enjoy traveling in his spare time.
Shelby joined Psych Med Associates in 2015 as a nurse practitioner specializing and certified in both adult and child psychiatry. Shelby had worked for Butler Health System on the inpatient behavioral health unit for over 12 years as a Registered Nurse and also for Robert Morris University as a psychiatric clinical instructor. She attended Robert Morris University, obtaining a BSN in 2008 and her Doctor of Nursing Practice in 2013. She enjoys life’s simple pleasures, such as her beautiful all boy family (including our family dog, Chevy), fishing, hunting, drinking coffee, bargain shopping, and anything else outdoors.
Lori joined the team in 2016 as the nurse. She brings with her a diversified background including working for Jameson Hospital, Discovery House and most recently Irene Stacey in the residential program for adults with severe mental illness. Lori graduated from the Lawrence County Career and Technical Institute as Licensed Practical Nurse. In her spare time she enjoys fiber arts, sign language and spending time with her grandkids.
Lisa joined the Psych Med Associates team in 2022 as a Nurse Practitioner. She was originally brought on to the team in 2017 as a nurse manager but quickly grew to love psychiatry and and ultimately decided to further her education. She completed her registered nursing education at Jameson Memorial Hospital School of Nursing in 2012, and completed her MSN – Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner degree at Walden University in 2021. She has worked in multiple facets of healthcare, including as a CNA, in the acute hospital setting, in long-term care, in outpatient services, and in management. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family and outdoor activities.
Georgia joined the Psych Med team in 2005. Georgia earned a bachelor of science in biology from Westminster College. She then earned a Master of Public Health degree from the University of Pittsburgh and later earned a Master of Social Work degree from there as well. She worked for over 30 years at the former St. Francis Hospital prior to it becoming part of the Jameson Health System. During that time she held multiple positions and job duties as a clinical social worker. Her behavioral health experience includes grief and bereavement, chronic pain and geriatrics counseling. She presently collaborates as a field instructor with Youngstown State University’s Social Work Department. Outside of work, Georgia enjoys reading, music and travel.
Managing Staff
Katelyn obtained her Bachelors in Education and Psychology from Slippery Rock University, and later earned a Master of Science in Psychology with an emphasis on clinical research. She previously worked for Jameson Hospital for 10 years, most recently as the Assessment Coordinator of Behavioral Health Services. While at Jameson, Katelyn performed numerous job functions at the inpatient and outpatient behavioral health units, cancer center, and emergency department. She joined Psych Med full-time in 2013 as the Practice Manager, where she continues to enjoy being a part of the psychiatric treatment team and business development. She enjoys spending time with her family, rooting for the Steelers and real estate investment.
Lynda has been with Psych Med Associates since the beginning in 1978. She originally worked for Dr. Shoukry Matta, prior to his son Mark taking over the business. Her loyalty to the company has always been at the center of her work ethic and she has been at the center of the many growing changes that have occurred over the years. Lynda has been a marathon runner for many years and continues to run in local races.
Office Staff
