​OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

​Lisa Hansford has served as The Castle's executive director since 2007.  Her undergraduate degree is in Social Work (BSW) from Capital University.  She also was awarded a Master (MA) in Conflict Analysis and Engagement from Antioch University Midwest.  Lisa has been a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in good standing since 2006.

Ms. Hansford offers a varied blend of education, knowledge, and skills to her position including experience in administrative and clinical oversight of mental health and chemical dependency organizations.  Lisa was previously employed as a School Based Therapist for South Community, Inc.  Prior to that, she was employed for five years as a Behavioral Health Counselor for Nova Behavioral Health and 6 years at CHOICES, Inc as a Licensing, Training, and Recruiting social worker.

Lisa is the backbone of The Castle and provides direction for the services we offer to our members.  Her education, licensure, and work experience are a perfect fit for The Castle as it transitions to new service provision and funding models. Even more importantly, her focus on client care is consistent with the mission and core values of The Castle.
​She can be contacted by telephone at 937-433-3931 or via her email address at [email protected].