MHRS LEADERSHIP
Kaitie Park Hart
Executive Director
kpark@ashtabulamhrs.org
Kaitie Park Hart has been employed with the Ashtabula County Mental Health & Recovery Services Board since January 2015. She is a 2007 Graduate of The Ohio State University, where she received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Family Studies through the College of Human Development and Family Science. She received her Master’s in Public Administration through Kent State University in 2021. Prior to her role with the Board Kaitie was a Probation Officer for the Ashtabula County Courts System from 2008-2015.
Bridget Sherman
Director of Youth and Recovery Support Services
bsherman@ashtabulamhrs.org
Bridget Sherman has been employed with the Ashtabula County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board since January of 2015. Ms. Sherman is a graduate of Youngstown State University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology. Ms. Sherman earned her Master of Arts Degree in Forensic Psychology from the John Jay College of Criminal Justice (City Universities of New York). Prior to her employment with the Board, Ms. Sherman was employed with the Ashtabula County Children Services Board for nearly 15 years. Ms. Sherman is a certified instructor of the Mental Health First Aid Adult Curriculum, and QPR, a suicide prevention gatekeeper training. Born and raised in Ashtabula, Ms. Sherman spends much of her spare time performing with local music groups and ensembles.
Christy Fisher
Director of Prevention and Community Engagement
cfisher@ashtabulamhrs.org
Christy Fisher joined the Ashtabula County Mental Health & Recovery Services Board in January 2024 as the Director of Prevention and Community Engagement. A 2006 graduate of Kent State University, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree and brings more than 20 years of experience in the behavioral health and social services field. Prior to joining the Board, Christy served as the Program Services Coordinator for the Ashtabula County Community Action Agency, worked as a caseworker for the Ashtabula County Children Services Board, and held roles within other local behavioral health organizations. She is also a 2025 graduate of Leadership Ashtabula County, reflecting her strong commitment to community leadership and collaboration. In her role with the Board, Christy leads the Prevention Coalition and the Quick Response Team (QRT) while overseeing prevention and community engagement initiatives focused on mental health promotion and substance use prevention throughout Ashtabula County. She works collaboratively with behavioral health agencies, schools, community organizations, law enforcement, and community members to strengthen partnerships, connect individuals to support, and advance initiatives that promote hope, resilience, recovery, and lasting positive change throughout the community.
Lisa Battaglioli
Director of Finance
lbattaglioli@ashtabulamhrs.org
Since joining the Ashtabula County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board in 2021, Lisa Battaglioli has played an integral role in overseeing the organization’s financial operations and ensuring responsible stewardship of public funds. As the Director of Finance, she is responsible for budgeting, financial reporting, grants management, payroll, accounts payable, and other financial and administrative functions that support the Board’s mission of serving the residents of Ashtabula County. She works well collaboratively with leadership, contracted agencies, and community partners to promote fiscal accountability, transparency, and organizational success. Lisa is committed to continuous professional growth and takes pride in using her experience and dedication to support the Board’s mission and the community it serves.
Melissa Fields
Director of Quality and Clinical Operations
mfields@ashtabulamhrs.org
Melissa Fields began employment with the Ashtabula County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board in June 2024. She graduated from Miami University, receiving undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Social Work. She earned a Master of Social Work from the University of Cincinnati in 2003. She is currently an adjunct professor for the Bachelor of Social Work program at Kent State University. Before her role with the Board, Melissa has more than 25 years of experience in child protective services and community mental health, in both direct service and management.