Executive Director- Pregnancy Help Center of the Crossroads Area

About the speaker:

Heather Beard, LPC

Executive Director

Pregnancy Help Center of the Crossroads Area

Heather Beard is the Executive Director of the Pregnancy Help Center of the Crossroads Area, a position she has faithfully held for the past eight years. With a heart for serving families and a deep commitment to life-affirming care, Heather brings more than two decades of professional experience in counseling and community support to her leadership.

She holds a Master’s degree in Family Psychology from Hardin-Simmons University and is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Her background includes serving as a drug and alcohol rehabilitation counselor, an early childhood intervention specialist, and a counselor for children and teens with severe behavioral challenges. Her diverse professional background has shaped her compassionate, client-centered approach to serving the community.

Heather has been married to her husband, Simon, for two years, and together they are raising three children, ages 16, 15, and 10. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling and cheering on her kids as they compete in a variety of athletic and musical events.Heather’s experience equips her to lead with empathy, wisdom, and a deep understanding of the complex needs facing women, children, and families. Under her direction, the Pregnancy Help Center continues to grow its impact across the Crossroads Area, providing medical, educational, emotional, and spiritual support to those facing unplanned pregnancies.

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