(Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi)
Regional Director: Dr. Andrea Sheffield
Dr. Sheffield leads our Southern Heartland Region in fostering mental health equity across four culturally rich states from the Appalachian foothills to the Mississippi Delta.
Our Regional Focus
We address the unique needs of:
• Rural and agricultural communities
• Historically Black college towns
• Southern urban centers
• Underserved delta populations
Signature Programs
✓ Roots & Resilience Initiative – Trauma-informed care grounded in Southern cultural strengths
✓ Faith & Wellness Collaborations – Partnering with faith leaders in mental health ministry
✓ HBCU Pipeline Project – Developing next-generation counselors
✓ Rural Telehealth Expansion – Bridging gaps in mental health access
Why Our Work Matters
We serve communities facing:
• Intergenerational poverty impacts
• Healthcare access disparities
• Natural disaster recovery needs
• Cultural stigma around mental health
Join Our Movement
Progress starts with you—whether as a member, advocate, or leader. Join us in strengthening our collective impact across the Southwestern Region.
Connect with Dr. Sheffield: Andrea.Sheffield@NABCounselors.org