Meet the Staff

Crystal Henson, PsyD, HSP, LPC-MHSP

Dr. Crystal Henson is the Director of the Student Health and Counseling Center. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and a licensed professional counselor, who earned her PsyD in Applied Clinical Psychology from Western Kentucky University. She completed her internship and postdoctoral residency at Western State Hospital. She has a background in community mental health, school based services, crisis intervention, and adult inpatient care. Dr. Henson has treated individuals across the lifespan, but has a passion for working with young adults as they transition through college and into their careers. She is an alumnus of Austin Peay State University and is excited to be back at her Alma Mater. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, gardening, and is always up for an adventure.

JoAnna Lewis, MS, LPC (Staff Therapist)

JoAnna is a proud Austin Peay alum, earning both her undergraduate and graduate degrees from APSU. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Tennessee. While in therapy, JoAnna feels it is best to focus on the needs of the client and tries to do this by using a person-centered approach and providing a safe and non-judgmental environment for clients to work on identifying and meeting their needs and goals. She specializes in working with young adults on a broad range of issues including but not limited to: Depression and Anxiety disorders, Life changes and Adjustment problems, Stress management, Family and relationship issues, and Self-esteem difficulties. In her free time JoAnna enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and binge-watching TV.

Eboni Smarr, MS (Staff Therapist)

Eboni Smarr is a Clinical Mental Health Counselor who recently graduated from the APSU Masters in CMHC program. Eboni is drawn to working with individuals who have difficulty coping with stress, school, depression, relationships, and the existential givings of life. Eboni believes a person-centered approach is the most important while offering benefits and insight from other approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.  

When working with Eboni, clients can expect a warm environment that will allow them to be their most vulnerable selves, an environment free of judgment, and a breeding ground for creativity. As the expert on your own life, Eboni vows to listen wholeheartedly to your life experiences while working with you to develop a treatment plan that best suits your life. Eboni values her clients as "teammates" in the therapeutic relationship. Eboni expects her clients to put in the work toward mental wellness while reassuring them she will be there each step of the way. Outside the office, Eboni likes to spend time with family and friends. Eboni enjoys being in nature, indulging in laughter, and eating all the great food the world has to offer!  

Sara Whisler (Administrative Assistant)

Sara is a proud APSU graduate with a Bachelor of Science in English Literature. She moved to Clarksville in 2004 and fell in love with Tennessee. A diverse work background gives her a well-rounded world view and the ability to appreciate the views of others. She believes that communication is the key to building a bridge to a positive, uplifting change for all people. A lifelong student, Sara enjoys reading, creative writing, photography, getting together with friends, and cuddling with her shih-tzu.