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Laura Simmons, BA

Director of Behavioral Health MAT and SUD


Laura Simmons is a proud Gilmer County native, graduating from Gilmer County High School in 1996. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Science from Glenville State University in 2001 and her Master of Social Work from West Virginia University in 2024. Laura is a Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW), certified by the West Virginia Board of Social Work.

With over two decades of experience in various social work settings, Laura has cultivated a strong passion for addiction recovery and empowering individuals to overcome challenges. She joined MHHS in January 2020 as a Behavioral Health Case Manager and was promoted to Director in February 2022.

Outside of work, Laura enjoys spending time with her family and enjoying the outdoors through side-by-side riding with friends.