WHO
WE ARE
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Cramer Children’s Center, formerly Northwest Alabama Children’s Advocacy Center, is a nonprofit in Florence, Alabama, serving abused children since 1992. Our mission is to reduce trauma through excellence in child abuse response, prevention, and education. In 2014, we joined One Place of the Shoals, Inc., a collaboration offering comprehensive services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and elder abuse.
Kim Bevis, MSW
Executive Director | Cramer Children's Center (Florence Office)
As the Executive Director of Cramer Children's Center, this is a role I have proudly held since 2014. Over the years, I have dedicated my career to advocating for children's well-being and ensuring that they receive the support and resources they need to thrive. My journey in this field has been both rewarding and transformative, shaping my commitment to making a lasting impact on the lives of children and their families. I grew up in Florence, AL, the daughter of Jerry Felts, Sr. and his wife Barbara Felts. I attended Bradshaw High School and graduated in 1983. I married in 1985 and have two children, and 3 grandchildren.
With a strong academic background in child development and social work, I graduated from the University of North AL with a BSW in Social Work in 1988 and from Alabama A&M University with a MSW in Social Work in 1999. Shortly after graduation I went to work for Riverbend Mental Health Center in Florence, then I moved to Athens, AL and worked for the North Central AL Mental Health Center, the AL Department of Public Health Department, and the AL Department of Human Resources in Morgan Co. Next, from 1999 to 2008 I successfully opened and ran the office of Therapeutic Programs, Inc. in Cullman, AL., in the administrative role of Regional Program Director. In this position I recruited, trained, and licensed therapeutic foster family homes as well as trained, and supervised program staff, spanning numerous counties in Alabama.
In 2008 I moved to Brooks’ Place, Child Advocacy Center of Cullman, Inc. as the Executive Director and I remained in this position until 2014. While at Brooks’ Place my primary function was to manage the day-to-day operations of the agency, while coordinating service delivery to Cullman Counties child victims of sexual and physical abuse.
Then in 2014, I landed back in Florence, AL as the Executive Director of Cramer Children’s Advocacy Center. Since assuming my position at Cramer Children's Center, I have focused on fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation within our organization. I work closely with an exceptional team of dedicated professionals who share my passion for children's advocacy. In this role I have cultivated a deep understanding of the challenges that children face today. I believe that every child deserves a safe, nurturing environment where they can explore their potential and grow into confident individuals and when we work together, we can create a brighter future for our children.
In addition to my role at Cramer Children's Center, I am actively involved in various professional organizations and advocacy groups focused on child welfare and education. I regularly participate in conferences and workshops, where I share insights, research findings, and best practices with fellow professionals. I am committed to staying informed about the latest trends and developments in the field, as I believe that continuous learning is essential to providing the best support possible for the children and families we serve. I am a Licensed Social Worker in Alabama, a Certified Forensic Interviewer by the National Children’s Advocacy Center, as well as trained in Extended and Advanced Forensic Interviewing, I also am a Certified GPS Trainer, and a Certified Deciding together Trainer.
I have been a Adjunct Professor at the University of North AL, served as the President of the Board, Immediate Past President, and Member at Large for the AL Network of Children’s Advocacy Centers, served on the Cullman Chamber of Commerce Health Services Committee, served on the Cullman Area Mental Health Center Health Services Committee, served on the Cullman Primary School Health Services Committee, served on the Cullman Children’s Policy Council, the Cullman Community Health Coalition, Cullman QA Assurance Committee member, Lauderdale Co. Children’s Policy Council, and have previously served on Lauderdale Co. QA Committee.
As I look to the future, I remain steadfast in my commitment to ensuring that Cramer Children's Center continues to be a beacon of hope for families in our community.
Chelsea Lawson
Business Development Director
Cramer Children's Center (Florence Office)
Chelsea Lawson continues her passion for community building and non-profit advocacy as Cramer Children Center’s business development director. Chelsea served for six years as Director of Marketing & Leadership Programs at the Shoals Chamber of Commerce where she directed the prestigious Leadership Shoals and Youth Leadership Shoals programs. In 2020 at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Chelsea felt led to run for mayor of Muscle Shoals to bring her ideas for business development, music promotion and quality of life to the Shoals. She remains a passionate advocate for encouraging others to speak out to make change happen and to not be afraid to try something new.
She has served on the board of directors for One Place of the Shoals, Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful, and Keep the Shoals Beautiful. She is Co-Founder of the Shoals Poverty Simulation where she helps community leaders experience first-hand what it’s like to live a month below the national poverty level. She holds a degree in professional writing and marketing and is a proud alumna from The University of North Alabama. She enjoys getting lost on nature hikes and is a LEGO enthusiast. She is excited to be in this newly developed where she can assist in its mission to give a voice to children in our community who have been abused or experienced violence.
Melvin Allison
Office Manager
Cramer Children's Center (Florence Office)
Melvin is the office manager with seventeen years of
experience. He has a primarily technical background, with
studies in diagnostic imaging, computer science, and electro-
optics. He is a former NASA employee where he worked in the
Astrionics laboratory. He is a lifelong resident of the shoals
area.
Mallory Gamble
Victim Advocate
Cramer Children's Center (Florence Office)
Mallory, a native of the Shoals, serves as a Victim Advocate. She joined the
CAC in 2023. Mallory graduated from the University of North Alabama with
a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work in May 2023 and a Master’s Degree in
social work in May 2024. She aspires to obtain her LMSW. Mallory
provides support to families in various ways such as taking referrals for
counseling or forensic interviews, answering the phone, and providing
case-related updates when necessary. She enjoys being active in the
community, going to the gym, and spending time outdoors.
Elizabeth Harris
Forensic Interviewer | Victim Advocate
Cramer Children's Center (Florence Office)
Elizabeth joined Cramer Children’s Center in January 2023, serving as the Lead
Forensic Interviewer and Victim Advocate. She earned her Bachelor of Social Work
from the University of Alabama in 2017, followed by a Master of Social Work from
Salisbury University in Maryland in 2019. In 2021, she obtained her license as a Master
Social Worker. Elizabeth is certified in forensic interviewing through the National Child
Advocacy Center and is committed to fostering a safe, compassionate environment for
children to share their stories. She is honored to walk alongside them on their path to
healing, striving to make a meaningful difference in their lives with empathy and care. In her free time, Elizabeth enjoys reading, spending time with her husband and children, and being outdoors.
Monica Haddock, LPC
Clinical Supervisor | Forensic Interviewer
Cramer Children's Center (Florence Office)
Monica has been employed at the Cramer Children’s Center since 1997. She received
her Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and sociology and her master’s degree in
counseling all from the University of North Alabama. She received training as a Forensic
Interviewer through the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children and
through the National Children’s Advocacy Center and has been conducting forensic
interviews for over 27 years. Monica loves working with trauma victims and their families
and helping them on their healing journey. She is trained in multiple trauma treatment
models including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Parent-Child
Interaction Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. In her free
time, Monica enjoys spending time with family, traveling, outdoors, and martial arts.
Rachel Brown, ALC
Therapist
Cramer Children's Center (Florence Office)
Rachel has been a therapist at Cramer since 2023. She obtained her master’s degree in
clinical mental health counseling from the University of North Alabama. She became
interested in working with trauma survivors during her graduate studies and specifically
was interested in learning the TF-CBT model and working with young people. While
attending a workshop she saw a presentation by a Cramer Children’s Center therapist
about their use of the model with children and teens. She reached out about interning at
the CAC and the rest is history. She enjoys collaborating with her clients and prioritizes
her therapeutic relationship with them, offering individualized support, guidance, and
skills to meet their goals of healing and self-empowerment. When Rachel’s not at work,
she enjoys reading, traveling, scavenging for unique antique and retro treasures, and
spending time with her husband and three dogs. She is currently under the supervision
of Karen Ozbirn, LPC-S.
Tracey Holley
Victim Advocate | Forensic Interviewer
Andrea's Arbor (Russellville Office)
Tracey has proudly served the citizens of Alabama for many years. Initially, she
served ten years as a licensed Funeral Director and Deputy Coroner. She currently
continues to serve her community as an active, elected Coroner. Tracey’s desire to
advocate for others led her to work with Cramer Children’s Center in 2021. Tracey
is a Victim Advocate and certified as a Forensic Interviewer through the National
Child Advocacy Center. She has also received an Advanced Forensic Interviewer
certification and regularly engages in continuing education to remain current with
best practices in the field. Outside of work, Tracey loves spending time with her
family, playing golf, and traveling.
Miranda Lorance, MA, LPC
Therapist
Andrea's Arbor (Russellville Office)
Miranda Lorance, MA, LPC began providing therapy, at Cramer Children’s
Center, in August of 2019. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in
Marketing and a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of
North Alabama. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Miranda provides Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for children and their families. Miranda understands the initial counseling process can be anxiety inducing and intimidating for some clients. She finds it important to consider the sensitive nature and vulnerabilities surrounding the client throughout the counseling process. Miranda states “I am honored to be a part of our organization and the opportunity to come along side those, who are most vulnerable, in our communities.” Miranda enjoys spending time with her family, her horses, traveling and music.
Donna Bogus, CRNP
Contract Nurse Examiner
Cramer Children's Center (Florence Office)
Mrs. Bogus earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of North Alabama in 1988, followed by a Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in 2000. From 1990 to 2007, she honed her skills at Eliza Coffee Memorial Hospital, specializing in pediatrics, nursery care, and labor and delivery. Since 2007, she has been a dedicated member of the team at Cramer Children's Center, bringing her expertise and compassion to her work. Certified by the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board, Mrs. Bogus plays a pivotal role in the center's mission to support children and families. She lives with her husband and cherishes her role as a mother to two daughters and a proud grandmother to her grandson.
Charlotte Cramer, FNP
Medical Director | Contract Nurse Examiner
Cramer Children's Center (Florence Office)
Charlotte Cramer has been with the CAC since 2009, serving as a contract nurse
examiner, and as the Medical Director. She received her training as a pediatric Sexual
Assault Nurse Examiner, (SANE) at the Midwest Regional CAC in 2015, after attending
the basic Medical Training Academy in Huntsville in 2008. She holds a master’s in
nursing degree in maternal-infant nursing, and is a board-certified Family Nurse
Practitioner. Charlotte retired in 2015, after 38 years, from teaching at the University of
North Alabama Anderson College of Nursing and Health Professions. She has
remained involved with the CAC, providing medical forensic exams for children who
have disclosed sexual abuse or are suspected of being sexually abused. She believes
that all children in these situations should be provided the opportunity for an exam, in
order to assure that the child is okay regardless of what happened. She discusses the
fact that what happened cannot be changed but the child can now move forward in the
healing process. This doesn’t change who they are. Charlotte considers it a privilege to
be a part of the wonderful team at the CAC.
Jami Finley, RN, FNE
Forensic Nurse Examiner
Cramer Children's Center (Florence Office)
Jami Finley began her career in healthcare in 2014 as an Emergency Medical Technician, which sparked her deep passion for patient care. In 2018, she earned her Licensed Practical Nurse certification and served as a Nursing Manager at a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility for four years. Building on this foundation, Jami obtained her Associate of Applied Science in Nursing from Calhoun Community College in 2020. She then transitioned to a role as a Registered Nurse in a 40-bed emergency department. In 2024, she advanced her expertise further by joining Cramer Children's Center as a Forensic Nurse Examiner, where she is dedicated to giving every child a voice during their most challenging times.
Originally from Florence, Jami now resides in Cherokee with her husband, two children, and several beloved pets. In her free time, she enjoys discovering great restaurants, savoring good coffee, and spending quality time with her family.