The Team
CheTara Bell, CEO/President
Che’Tara Bell, is the President and Chief Executive Officer of a Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program and Residential Treatment Center dedicated to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals living with complex mental-health and co-occurring challenges. With more than 20 years of experience in behavioral health leadership, Tara, as I am affectionately called, has built a reputation for transforming systems, elevating clinical quality, and creating programs that foster long-term recovery and personal empowerment.
A proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, Tara, champions inclusivity, cultural humility, and equity across all levels of service delivery. Their lived experience fuels a deep commitment to ensuring that mental-health care environments are safe, affirming, and accessible to people of all identities and backgrounds.
Tara’s personal journey has also shaped their leadership. Supporting a close family member living with HIV gave them an early and profound understanding of stigma, resilience, and the importance of comprehensive, holistic care. This perspective remains central to their mission as CEO—guiding initiatives that reduce barriers, promote dignity, and strengthen support systems for individuals and families navigating behavioral health needs.
Widely respected for their strategic vision, collaborative leadership style, and dedication to recovery-focused care, CheTara Bell continues to lead the organization with purpose and heart. Their work reflects a lifelong commitment to advancing mental wellness, advocating for marginalized communities, and creating pathways to healing and hope.
Kimberly Jones, LPC, Vice President
I hold a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Trauma, graduating with honors from Walden University. Additionally, I have a Bachelor of Science in Human Services Management. With over two decades of experience in the helping profession, I'm dedicated to aiding individuals in overcoming their obstacles, aiming to guide them from distress to a more optimistic state.
My expertise involves offering clinical support to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), individuals experiencing issues such as depression, anxiety, substance use, and working with young adults, families, and multi-system involved youth who have experienced years of trauma.
I believe everyone deserves a nurturing space to confront life's challenges and embark on the path to healing. My approach fosters a safe and secure environment for clients to share their narratives and navigate their healing journey. Through collaboration, I empower clients to craft their own life stories, leveraging their strengths to enhance emotional well-being and enact positive changes.
My clients have described me as personable, informed, non-judgmental, direct, and down-to-earth.
Jamal Scruggs, Assistant CEO
Bishop James Sutton Jr, Secretary
In Loving Memory of Bishop Gerald “Avery” Wilson (Honorary Member & Co-Founder)
Finding the path forward The Hope Therapeutic Difference
Written by: Timothy "Tim" Fletcher (Client)
They say that in the darkest times, the smallest light can make biggest difference. But what if instead of a small light there was a whole foundation built to help you carry the weight.
We live in a world where mental health struggles, trauma, and developmental challenges can leave individuals feeling isolated, overwhelmed, forgotten. Traditional one size fits all solutions fall short.
That is where Hope Therapeutics steps in not just a provider of service but a catalyst for change.
Hope Therapeutics is more than a program. It's a community. It is a promise that no one has to walk alone in their journey.
The dedicated staff is the heart and backbone of the organization. Hope Therapeutics turns obstacles into opportunities, and brings hope to everyone who needs it.
