"My hope is that anyone who has found themselves in a situation similar to mine, will have the good fortune to find Greenbrier Academy."

"Greenbrier has given my daughter immeasurable tools for living a better life and has given her a sense of family and love that have helped her to grow into a wonderful young woman. Because of her positive experience at Greenbrier, she plans to become a psychologist so she can help other kids live up to their potential."

Welcome

Dear Prospective Students and Parents,

We understand how confusing and sometimes stressful searching for the right fit can be. Because your daughter and your family are the most important parts of your life, you only want the best.

We are here to help you learn more about our school and lend a supportive ear when needed. Your concerns and questions deserve the utmost attention, and you will see our high quality service is unparalleled. Most importantly, we care.

Please explore our website and call toll free with any questions at 877-788-8422. We look forward to helping you.

Warmly, 

The Admissions Team
Toll Free:  877-788-8422
Phone: 304-445-7790
Fax: 866-362-2792
Email: admissions@greenbrieracademy.com
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Meet the Admissions Team

John Grago
Admissions Counselor
John comes to Greenbrier with a wealth of experience in adolescent and family counseling.  John earned his B.A. in Psychology from West Virginia University and his M.A. in Counseling from Marshall University. He has 14 years of experience in the Mental Health field and eight years serving specifically as an Adolescent and Family Therapist.  John is uniquely qualified to help Greenbrier Academy achieve its mission.

John's greatest rewards come from helping young people and their families to become whole and overcome the obstacles that prevent them from reaching their full potential.  While working with adolescents in residential therapy settings, John became close to many families and keeps in touch with many of the people he has worked with over the years.  "Meeting with families years after we worked together and hearing about what they have achieved and how I made a difference in their lives gives me tremendous personal satisfaction."

John is from Mount Storm, West Virginia.  He and his wife of ten years have two daughters of their own.  John's wife, who also earned an M.A. in Counseling, shares his passion for helping young people and works as a middle school Guidance Counselor.  Their favorite pastime is taking the girls for Jet Ski rides on Mount Storm Lake, coaching girl's basketball, and attending dance recitals.

Beth Ragland
Director of Marketing & Outreach
Beth comes to Greenbrier Academy from Huntsville, Alabama, where she has lived most of her life. Beth began her college studies at Auburn University and completed her higher education at the University of Alabama in Birmingham. She has been in the marketing and management of programs for struggling teens since 1994, a majority of those years working with one of the largest providers of residential behavioral healthcare services for teens in the United States. With her, she brings experience in start-ups, working with short, intermediate and long term residential programs, therapeutic boarding schools and day treatment/schools. Beth also brings the ability to manage and assist in the administration and implementation of these programs and schools.

“In the years that I have worked with these programs/schools, it is the children and their families that make this profession so rewarding. From the first phone call from a parent or referring professional, I feel we have a tremendous responsibility to make sure that young lady and her family will benefit from their experience at Greenbrier. Helping parents work through their fears and doubts and then supporting them throughout their daughter’s stay are measures I feel make this time in their lives much less stressful. Watching the students grow, excel in their academics and build self-esteem is truly a gift. The entire staff at Greenbrier Academy is very committed to our students, their families and each other, which is why I am extremely proud to join this team of knowledgeable, experienced, and caring professionals.”

Beth has worked on various community projects including the Junior League, the Gothic Guild (supporting the arts), Angels for Children, the Alabama Child Care Association and the Council for Families and Youth, in addition to serving on the Board of Directors for Partnership for a Drug Free Community. Beth’s hobbies include reading, travel, movies, Pilates and spending as much time as possible at the beach and with her daughter, who is a student at Auburn University.