Spencer W. Josey, MA, LPC-S, LAC-S, CSAT-S, NCC

FOUNDER – Clinical Director

Spencer holds an undergraduate degree from Clemson University and a Master of Arts degree of Mental Health Counseling from Webster University.  His concentration of study was in Family Systems having a heart for family healing.  He is licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPCS) and as a Licensed Addictions Counselor Supervisor (LACS) with the South Carolina Board of Counselors. He is also certified as a Certified Sexual Addictions Therapist Supervisor (CSATS) through the International Institute for Trauma and Addictions Specialist (IITAP) and as a National Certified Counselor (NCC) with the National Board for Certified Counselors.  He founded and established Carolina Health & Recovery in 2019 in an effort to reach more people suffering as a result of addictions (primary patients and family members). Other passions remain in the development of the next generation of therapist. He has taught graduate level courses as a Professor of Human Growth and Development, provided graduate level supervision for Practicum and Intern students, and provides post graduate supervision for LPCA’s and LACA’s. He remains an advocate for those suffering from addiction as community educator and speaker for professional organizations and venues. He has served on the SCAADAC Board of Directors (now APSC) as Region 3 Representative at the State level.  His experience in the field of addiction began in 2006 and he has worked in inpatient and out-patient settings in the public and private sectors.  His interests remain in Family Wellness.

Amanda (Mandy) Davis, MA, LPC, ADC, CPTT

Practice Associate – Clinical Counselor

Mandy received her undergraduate degree in Sociology from The University of South Carolina (Coastal Carolina) and a Master of Arts degree in Mental Health Counseling from Webster University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and an Associate Partner Trauma Therapist through IITAP. What started as a personal journey has led to a passion for helping others. She is committed to providing a non-judgmental, safe place for clients to come and be heard. Mandy is native of South Carolina and has made Murrells Inlet her home for the past 30 years. She is the Mother of two adult children, Olivia and Grant. Her down time is split between South Carolina and Georgia where her fiancé resides. She enjoys being in nature, loves animals and photographing both is one of her favorite hobbies.

Sandra Alexander, MPAP, PA-C

Psychiatry & Addiction Medicine Advanced Practice Provider – Medical

Sandra holds an undergraduate degree in Chemistry and a Master of Physician Assistant Practice from Campbell University.  Prior to becoming a Physician Assistant (PA), she served over 10 years in Forensic Drug Chemistry and Toxicology throughout the Southeast and in Forensic sales throughout the US & Canada as well as an International Forensic consultant.  She cut her teeth in pharmaceutical labs for a few years doing Research & Development as well as Quality Assurance on medications before using her advanced science skills in Forensics.  After her Forensic Career in Clandestine Laboratory Investigations and Regional Counterdrug & Terrorism working drug labs, crime scene overdoses and suicides, she felt a calling to change her career to start working as a PA in Psychiatry & Addiction Medicine in 2015, so she could help those asking for help with compassion to prevent further loss of precious life utilizing a science-based approach individually tailored to the patient to help achieve their best quality of life and to help end the epidemic of worsening mental health and addiction.

Sandra has two strong guiding beliefs in her practice: 1. “Mental Health is Brain Health” & 2. “There is no such thing as failure, we just need to change the treatment plan.”  Sandra utilizes her advanced science skills in a holistic patient-centered approach to partner with the patient to form a treatment plan considering medication management, physical health, nutrition, activity and psychotherapeutic needs to help optimize both the mind and body for the patient’s best quality of life.  She has a passion for Positive Psychology coaching utilizing solution-focused techniques and motivational interviewing to help provide a positive therapeutic treatment environment for each patient in their mental health & recovery journey.

When Sandra isn’t working, she enjoys time with her daughter, husband and 3 dogs.  She enjoys reading, outdoor activities and sporting adventures as well as just working out at home while watching American Ninja Warrior, Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test or SAS: Who Dares Wins episodes to keep her motivated. She looks forward to joining your Mental Health team to help you reach your mental health wellness goals.

Sandra is currently in-network with BCBS (Companions). For all other out of network insurance we can provide you with a “superbill” that you can submit to your insurance. This means that your insurance reimbursement check would come directly to you instead of coming to our office. You would pay the appointment fee at the time of your appointment, and your insurance would send the insurance payment to you after you submit the superbill to them.  We also accept Health Savings Account (HSA) payment.  Sandra is in the process to credential with select insurance payors and will update as insurance payor approvals are received.