Leadership

Leadership & Board

Meet the dedicated leaders and board members guiding Seven Counties Services in our mission to provide exceptional care and support to our community.

Executive Leadership

David Pankotai, MA, LPC

Chief Executive Officer

dpankotai@sevencounties.org

Elizabeth McKune Ed.D.

Chief Operating Officer

emckune@sevencounties.org

Dr. Scott Hedges, MD, FAPA, OCDS

Chief Medical Officer & Director of Laboratory Services

shedges@sevencounties.org

Eric Post, MBA, CPA, CGMA

Chief Financial Officer

epost@sevencounties.org

Susan Rittenhouse, M.S.

Chief Administrative Officer

srittenhouse@sevencounties.org

Sara Smith, SPHR, HCS, SHRM-SCP

Chief People Officer

ssmith@sevencounties.org

Vice Presidents

Jean Romano, LPCC

Vice President of Adult Services

Jacquelyn Craig, LMFT

Vice President of Child & Family Mental Health Services

Becky Wolf, MSW

Vice President of Developmental Services

Natalie Kelly, LCSW

Vice President of Strategic and Grant Initiatives

Jennie Hulette, LCSW

Vice President of Quality

Tracey Garnett, MBA

Vice President of Finance

Travis Taggart

Vice President of Information Technology

Jennifer Hardigree, MS, LPA.

Vice President of Rural Services

Derek Priester, LPCC, LCADC, CCS, NCC

Vice President of Addiction Services

Board of Directors

Dr. Rashaad Abdur-Rahman

Chair of the Board

Racial Healing Project

David Gray

Vice-Chair of the Board

Gray Law PLLC

Adam Shewmaker

Treasurer

Dean Dorton

Dr. Felicia Smith

Secretary of the Board

StrongMinds Psychology, PLLC

Jennifer Ballard

Board Member

Bullitt County Public Schools

Dr. Shannon Cambron

Board Member

Cambron & Borders

Larry Chandler

Board Member

Retired

Perry Cooke

Board Member

Mark12 Ministries

Dr. Stephen Houghland

Board Member

Kentucky Primary Care Association

Mark Johnson

Board Member

Henry County Board of Education

Mike Lorch

Board Member

Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield

Renee Murphy

Board Member

Norton Healthcare

Dave Sloan

Board Member

Retired

Lori Whitlock

Board Member

Trilogy Health Services

Questions About Our Leadership?

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Professional Training Institute

Continuing education and professional development for healthcare providers

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Regional Prevention Center

Prevention programs and resources for substance use and mental health

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about our services, insurance, and getting started

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Latest Insights

Recent Blog Posts

Expert insights, stories of recovery, and the latest updates in behavioral healthcare

It’s More Than a Career — It’s a Purpose! An Interview with Dave Pankotai, CEO of Seven Counties Services

October 16, 2025

At Seven Counties Services, we believe our work is more than just a job — it’s our purpose. Our teams make a difference in people’s lives by providing care, hope, and healing across our communities.

Understanding the Importance of Suicide Prevention Month: How Awareness Can Save Lives

September 10, 2025

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

May 2, 2025

Honoring Black Trailblazers in Mental Health and Psychology

February 14, 2025

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Leadership & Board

Executive Leadership

David Pankotai, MA, LPC

Elizabeth McKune Ed.D.

Dr. Scott Hedges, MD, FAPA, OCDS

Eric Post, MBA, CPA, CGMA

Susan Rittenhouse, M.S.

Sara Smith, SPHR, HCS, SHRM-SCP

Vice Presidents

Jean Romano, LPCC

Jacquelyn Craig, LMFT

Becky Wolf, MSW

Natalie Kelly, LCSW

Jennie Hulette, LCSW

Tracey Garnett, MBA

Travis Taggart

Jennifer Hardigree, MS, LPA.

Derek Priester, LPCC, LCADC, CCS, NCC

Board of Directors

Dr. Rashaad Abdur-Rahman

David Gray

Adam Shewmaker

Dr. Felicia Smith

Jennifer Ballard

Dr. Shannon Cambron

Larry Chandler

Perry Cooke

Dr. Stephen Houghland

Mark Johnson

Mike Lorch

Renee Murphy

Dave Sloan

Lori Whitlock

Questions About Our Leadership?

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Professional Training Institute

Regional Prevention Center

Frequently Asked Questions

Recent Blog Posts

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