Laura Knapp
About Laura Knapp
Laura Knapp is a Qualified Behavioral Health Provider with extensive experience in media and administrative roles. She has worked in various capacities in behavioral health since 2020 and is pursuing a mid-life career shift into mental and behavioral health.
Work at Methodist Family Health
Laura Knapp has been employed at Methodist Family Health as a Qualified Behavioral Health Provider since 2022. In this role, she applies her knowledge and skills to support individuals in need of behavioral health services. Her work focuses on providing therapeutic support and guidance to enhance the mental well-being of clients.
Previous Experience at Springwoods Behavioral Health
Before her current role, Laura Knapp worked at Springwoods Behavioral Health in various capacities. She served as a Mental Health Technician for six months in 2020 and later as a Recreational Therapy Assistant from 2020 to 2022. In these positions, she contributed to the care and support of individuals facing mental health challenges.
Education and Expertise
Laura Knapp studied at Arkansas Tech University, where she earned a Bachelor of Professional Studies in Psychology and Journalism from 2014 to 2019. She also attended North Arkansas College, achieving an Associate of Science in Journalism from 1982 to 1985. Additionally, she studied Journalism AD/PR at the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville for one year in 1993-1994.
Career in Media and Administration
Laura Knapp has extensive experience in the media and administrative fields, totaling 35 years. She worked at CUMULUS MEDIA as an Executive Assistant and National Sales Coordinator from 2016 to 2019 and has been involved in programming since 2016. Her previous roles include Senior Marketing and Sales Associate/Event Specialist at Nwa Media from 2007 to 2010.
Community Involvement and Advocacy
Laura Knapp has dedicated 20 years to parenting, volunteering, and advocating for individuals with developmental, emotional, behavioral, and medical needs. This experience has informed her transition into a career in mental and behavioral health, where she continues to support and empower others.