Dr. Laura H. Tyler
About Dr. Laura H. Tyler
Dr. Laura H. Tyler's Professional Title
Dr. Laura H. Tyler currently serves as the President and CEO. Over her career, she has held various significant positions in the field of behavioral health, including Chief Integration Officer and Associate Vice Chancellor at UAMS, and CEO at Avita Community Partners.
Education and Expertise of Dr. Laura H. Tyler
Dr. Tyler completed her undergraduate and graduate studies at the University of Arkansas. She further pursued doctoral work in Health Services Organization and Research at Virginia Commonwealth University. She holds a license as a Professional Counselor and has provided direct care services.
Dr. Laura H. Tyler’s Professional Background
Dr. Tyler began her professional career with Ozark Guidance in 1983, where she worked for over 15 years. She has extensive experience in various behavioral health settings. She also worked at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) for about ten years, where she served in several key roles and helped launch the Psychiatric Research Institute.
Achievements of Dr. Laura H. Tyler
One of Dr. Tyler's notable achievements includes her work with the leadership team that launched the Psychiatric Research Institute at UAMS. She has also served as the Chief Executive Officer at Avita Community Partners. Throughout her career, she has been an advocate for understanding mental illness and addictive disorders as symptoms of health conditions, and she supports an integrated treatment approach.
Personal Background of Dr. Laura H. Tyler
Dr. Laura H. Tyler is a native of Eureka Springs and was raised in Northwest Arkansas. She is married to Mark, who teaches mathematics, and has two adult sons. Her deep ties to the region and her family are significant aspects of her personal background.