Alicia Anderson-Brown

Position: Center Executive Director Department: Behavioral Health Community Support Unit (BeHCU)
Contact Info
Office: FL Atkins Annex, Room 105 Phone: 336-750-8803 Email: andersonbrowna@wssu.edu
Biography
Dr. Brown has over 37 years of experience in program administration, supervision, development, and training. Dr. Brown joins WSSU as the Executive Director of the BeHCU and Mobile Unit under Rehabilitation Counseling. Dr. Brown has been teaching at graduate and undergraduate levels for over 13 years. Dr. Brown is a Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC), Master Addiction Counselor (MAC), and a Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS). Dr. Brown describes herself as a “Pollyanna” and specializes in substance use, intimate partner violence, criminal justice, and child welfare populations. Dr. Brown loves singing, the peace of the water, fishing, and cooking. Dr. Brown’s motto is, “Smile, it changes things!!!!!”
Educational Background
- PhD, 2016, Capella University
- MS, 2009, Capella University
Research and Project Interests
- Substance Use Disorders, Child Welfare, Intimate Partner Violence
- Caregiving effects on caregivers