SPARC Services & Programs

04/13/2026

Shoutout to Melisa Tate, FCT Supervisor, and Joycie Martin, CST Team Lead, for doing an incredible job organizing and hosting this event! 👏

We had a fantastic turnout, with partners from DSS, the Chamber of Commerce, and Healthy Blue Specialty Plan joining us for a meaningful and engaging experience.

Melisa and Joycie—thank you for the time, dedication, and thoughtful planning you poured into making this event a success. You and your teams represented SPARC exceptionally well. We truly appreciate all that you do! 💙

04/10/2026

SPARC is excited to be attending the VJJA Tidewater District Chapter’s 33rd Spring Institute, *“Ride the Wave”! 🌊

We’re honored to join juvenile justice professionals from across the state for two days of meaningful learning, collaboration, and connection. Opportunities like this allow us to grow, share knowledge, and strengthen the work we do to support youth and families in our communities.

We look forward to riding the wave together—building partnerships, gaining insight, and continuing to make a positive impact! 💙

04/10/2026

We are proud to celebrate our team members who achieved their Family Centered Treatment (FCT) Level 1 Certification in the first quarter of 2026! 🎉👏

Congratulations to Yohanna, Sydney, and Carlos from Arkansas FCT Area 1, and David and Ta’Nyeah from Arkansas FCT Area 2 for this incredible accomplishment. Your dedication to learning, growth, and delivering high-quality care to the families we serve is truly inspiring.

Earning certification is a significant milestone, and we are so proud of the commitment each of you has shown. Thank you for the impact you make every day! 💙

04/09/2026

We had such a wonderful time celebrating Allie at her baby shower! 🍼💐

It was a joy to come together as a team to share in this special moment, filled with laughter, love, and excitement for the newest little addition on the way. Allie, we are so happy for you and your growing family!

Wishing you all the best as you prepare to welcome your sweet baby—we can’t wait to meet him! 💕👶

04/09/2026

Big congratulations to LeLa and Tereva on achieving their Family Centered Treatment (FCT) certification in just SIX months! 🎉👏

Their dedication, passion, and commitment to the families they serve truly shine through in this incredible accomplishment. Achieving certification on such an accelerated timeline is no small feat, and it speaks volumes about their hard work and heart for this work.

We are so proud to have LeLa and Tereva on our team and can’t wait to see the continued impact they make in the lives of the families we serve. 💙

Way to go, LeLa and Tereva!

04/09/2026

We're hiring a licensed clinician to join our team! Reach out today to learn more!

04/08/2026

Melisa Tate, FCT Supervisor for our Rutherford and McDowell Teams recently shouted out Kyle Fitzpatrick.

Kyle received such amazing feedback from a mom on the work her has done with their family.

She (mom) expressed that she has never had a mental health provider care as much and work as diligently as kyle does with her child and her. She shared that kyle has been a huge support to her when they have had no one else and was just so... SOOO.. thankful.

Kyle- we are so proud of you and the commitment you have to the clients you serve (even on the hard days). Always remember if you never make an impact ever again (highly unlikely)... you have made an everlasting impact on this family. Thank you so much for choosing to be a part of this team 🤘🏼

04/08/2026

As part of Counseling Awareness Month, we’re proud to Spotlight Hazel Parker, a dedicated intern who is currently completing her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. Hazel is serving as an FCT Intern in our Greensboro office, where she has been working diligently to support the children and families we serve.

Hazel’s commitment goes beyond her direct work with clients. She is deeply passionate about supporting her peers and fostering a sense of community among fellow interns. She took the initiative to create an Internship Peer Support Group, providing a space for SPARC interns to come together and engage in meaningful conversations around burnout, vicarious trauma, stress, coping skills, self-care, ethics, and more.

This group has quickly become a valued resource, with interns sharing how much they look forward to each session. Many have even stepped into facilitation roles, leading discussions on topics that matter most to them—further strengthening connection and professional growth across the team.
Hazel’s compassion and dedication to both her clients and peers truly embody the spirit of service and collaboration. We are grateful for the impact she is making! 💙
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04/08/2026

Come join us at our upcoming Open House

✂️🎉 You’re Invited to a Ribbon Cutting Celebration! 🎉✂️

The Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce is excited to invite you to join us as we celebrate SPARC Services & Programs with an official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony!

Come out to connect, support, and learn more about the impactful services SPARC provides to our community. This special event is part of their “Connect, Eat & Learn” drop-in lunch—so stop by, enjoy great conversation, and be part of the celebration!

📅 Date: April 10, 2026
⏰ Time: Drop in between 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: 431 S. Main Street #3, Rutherfordton, NC

Let’s show our support and give SPARC a warm Chamber welcome! 💙

04/07/2026

We’re proud to spotlight Central Arkansas FCT Supervisors Kim and Allie for representing SPARC at the 2026 FCT National Conference! 👏

Their dedication to strengthening families and supporting their teams shines through in every space they step into—and this conference is no exception. By sharing their expertise and real-world experience, they are helping advance the impact of Family Centered Treatment and inspiring others across the field.

Thank you, Kim and Allie, for your leadership and commitment to making a difference!

04/07/2026

Today is World Health Day 🌍 — a reminder that health is more than just physical well-being. It’s mental, emotional, and social too.

Through our services, we support whole-person health by meeting individuals where they are and helping them navigate their unique journeys. From providing enhanced mental health services, connecting people to essential resources, to coordinating care and supporting long-term stability, SPARC is rooted in a holistic approach that recognizes every person’s needs are different.

On this World Health Day, we reaffirm our commitment to compassionate, individualized care that empowers individuals and families to thrive.

04/07/2026

This month, we recognize and celebrate the incredible counselors who show up every day with compassion, patience, and unwavering dedication. Your work often happens behind the scenes, but the impact is life-changing—helping individuals find hope, healing, and strength in their most vulnerable moments.

Thank you for creating safe spaces, for listening without judgment, and for walking alongside those you serve. Your commitment does not go unnoticed, and your influence reaches far beyond what can be measured.