Mariah Bowser-Jones M.A., LPCC

Mariah Bowser-Jones, M.A., LPCC, brings a strong foundation in forensic and clinical counseling to her role as Forensic Director at Court Diagnostic & Treatment Center. She holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is licensed in Ohio as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor.

Her work centers on providing trauma-informed, evidence-based services to justice-involved individuals with complex behavioral health needs. Mariah has served in both community and correctional settings, with experience in competency restoration, risk assessment, and therapeutic interventions that bridge the criminal justice and mental health systems.

Her approach integrates research-supported practices with a client-centered and culturally responsive framework, supporting accountability, rehabilitation, and effective outcomes.

In addition to her clinical work, Mariah has coordinated multidisciplinary teams and contributed to program development focused on ethical, effective forensic treatment. Her professional interests include trauma and resiliency, system-level service improvement, and reducing recidivism through thoughtful, compassionate intervention.

As Forensic Director, she is committed to strengthening service delivery, expanding training and program strategy, and fostering strong partnerships that support safer, healthier outcomes for individuals and the broader legal system.