Speakers - 2027

Biography

Lisa Anderson Akine is a dedicated mental health therapist and serves as Opioid Settlement Coordinator for the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD). She oversees the McKinsey & Company settlement funds, which enhances access to addiction recovery services and reduces substance misuse stigma. Lisa earned a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Capella University. Pursuing this master’s degree helped prepare her to obtain licensure. She founded Believe in the Process Counseling, LLC, supporting individuals with substance use disorders and consulting on treatment modalities. Lisa is a respected speaker on opioid misuse and recovery, advocating for non-stigmatized treatment, especially for pregnant women. Her journey from dropping out of school to becoming a clinician and educator is marked by perseverance, empathy, and inspiring hope and healing in others. She is committed to creating safe spaces for recovery without judgement.