Who We Are
Meet the NAMI-RC staff and board
Megan Davidson
Executive Director
Megan Davidson is the Executive Director of NAMI Richland County. She previously served as NAMI RC's Care Navigator, connecting individuals and families with mental health services and community resources. She also implemented NAMI RC’s Perinatal Support Services and Rooted in Motherhood programming.
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Megan holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from The Ohio State University at Mansfield. A wife and mother of two, she is passionate about advocating for individuals and families affected by mental illness.
Alexie Lorenz
Youth Program Coordinator
Alexie is the Youth Program Coordinator at NAMI Richland County. In this role, she leads and facilitates youth-focused programs and presentations, including NAMI On Campus, Ending the Silence, the Green Bandana Project, NAMI Basics, and other key initiatives for young people and parents. Beyond these core programs, Alexie manages special projects, including the NAMI Girl Scouts Partnership, the Dewald Mental Wellness Program, PTSD in Youth, and OSU Care Navigation. She oversees youth volunteer engagement, represents NAMI at health and career fairs, supports the development of the NAMI Youth After School Program, and helps connect youth and families with local mental health resources.
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Alexie holds an Associate of Arts in Psychology from North Central State College and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a concentration in Counseling Careers from Kent State University. She is currently pursuing her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Walsh University to become a Licensed Professional Counselor.
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Her passion for mental health advocacy began early in her academic journey. Since the start of her undergraduate studies, Alexie has been actively involved with NAMI, volunteering her time, serving as President of NAMI On Campus from 2021-2023, and giving Ending the Silence presentations during the 2022–2023 academic year. During her time at Kent State, she volunteered as a crisis helpline representative and is fully certified as a 988 Lifeline specialist. Today, she proudly leads these NAMI programs full-time, working to expand mental health education, reduce stigma, and foster supportive communities for youth.
Tori Adams
Adult Program Coordinator
Tori is the Adult Program Coordinator at NAMI Richland County. She leads adult support groups, teaches educational programs, shares information about mental health and NAMI services, and helps connect individuals and families with local resources.
Tori is currently pursuing a degree in Human Social Services and is passionate about mental health advocacy. As a mother, she understands the importance of resilience, empathy, and creating welcoming environments where individuals and families feel supported. She is dedicated to reducing stigma, promoting hope, and helping others access the support they need.
Maya Fleming
Care Navigator
Maya is the Care Navigator at NAMI Richland County, connecting individuals and families with mental health services and community resources. She is passionate about supporting others and furthering NAMI’s mission through education, support, and advocacy.
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Maya holds a bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Psychology from Ohio Wesleyan University and is pursuing her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Ashland Theological Seminary. She hopes to become a Licensed Professional Counselor and continue advocating for individuals facing mental health challenges.
Makenna Robison
Marketing and Volunteer Coordinator
Makenna is the Marketing and Volunteer at NAMI Richland County. She supports the team with social media strategy, content creation, email marketing, and market research. Her work helps raise awareness, build engagement, and support open conversations around mental health.
She is a recent graduate from The University of Akron. Makenna is passionate about sharing the heart of what NAMI offers. She believes marketing is a way to reach people who may be looking for help but don’t know where to start. Her goal is to help others feel seen, understood, and encouraged to talk about the ups and downs of mental health.
