Prevention

The Center for Suicide Prevention and Research helps schools and community organizations in Ohio implement evidence-based prevention strategies. Dr. Ackerman and his team have provided training to many schools throughout central and southeastern Ohio, using an enhanced SOS Signs of Suicide prevention programming model with a focus on fidelity and long-term sustainability. Efforts are underway to support out-of-school programs such as the Boys and Girls Clubs to implement effective suicide prevention strategies as well. The CSPR also provides a variety of tailored trainings to support youth serving organizations in identifying and supporting individuals at risk for suicide. Trainings The Center for Suicide Prevention and Research helps schools and community organizations in Ohio implement evidence-based prevention strategies.  Learn More Meet Our Team

John Ackerman, PhD Suicide Prevention Coordinator John.Ackerman@NationwideChildrens.org John Ackerman, PhD, is a child clinical psychologist and the suicide prevention clinical manager for the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research (CSPR) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Dr. Ackerman also supports clinical training of psychologists, social workers and counselors at Nationwide Children’s. He serves on the hospital’s Zero Suicide Implementation team and is involved in training on suicide screening and risk assessment in primary care and community settings. Dr. Ackerman has a strong research interest in risk factors and treatments for mood disorders and suicide. His research focuses on neurocognitive risk factors for youth suicidal behavior. He has also published on how media reporting impacts youth suicide and has provided training to the journalists in Ohio on best practices in discussing suicide as part of a grant funded by the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. Additionally, Dr. Ackerman is an active member of the American Association of Suicidology, the Franklin County Suicide Prevention Coalition, Franklin County Child Fatality Review Board, Zero Suicide Institute and the National Behavioral Health Innovations (BHI) Advisory Council.

Amberle Prater, PhD, LPCC-S  Clinical Lead Supervisor Amberle.Prater@NationwideChildrens.org Dr. Prater is the clinical lead supervisor for the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research (CSPR) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. She coordinates planning and implementation of evidence-based suicide prevention programming in schools including the SOS Signs of Suicide Program throughout central and southeast Ohio. She serves Ohio communities and the hospital in training for suicide prevention initiatives with consideration for research on risk factors and interventions to support youth with suicidal behavior. Prior to this role, Amberle was a full-time clinician working with children, adolescents, and families. Her areas of specialized interest include families of first responders, individuals who have experienced trauma and grief, foster and adoption families, and individuals with developmental disabilities. 

Melanie Fluellen, LPCC-S Suicide Prevention Specialist Melanie.Fluellen@NationwideChildrens.org Melanie is a licensed professional clinical counselor and suicide prevention specialist with Nationwide Children’s Hospital. In her role, she assists schools with implementing the SOS Signs of Suicide Prevention Program and provides ongoing clinical counseling for teens struggling with depression and anxiety as well as suicide ideation and attempts. She received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from The Ohio State University and her Master of Science in Education and Allied Professions degree from the University of Dayton. Melanie has been a clinician for 13 years in various behavioral health programs at Nationwide Children’s. She has experience treating adolescents and teens that have experienced trauma due to sexual abuse, physical abuse and/or exposure to domestic violence.

Stephanie Castine, LISW Suicide Prevention Specialist Stephanie.Mielke@NationwideChildrens.org Stephanie is a licensed independent social worker in the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research. Stephanie graduated from The Ohio State University College of Social Work with a master’s degree in Social Work and a concentration in Mental Health and Substance Abuse. In addition to prevention services, Stephanie provides direct outpatient clinical services. Stephanie has been at Nationwide Children’s for more than five years and is experienced in delivering evidence-based interventions, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). 

Rachel Jones, LPCC-S Suicide Prevention Specialist Rachel.Jones@NationwideChildrens.org

Rachel is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Suicide Prevention Specialist in the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research. She collaborates with Ohio middle and high schools to implement the SOS Signs of Suicide Prevention Program. Rachel began her career at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in 2011 working in clinical research. After graduating with her master’s degree in Clinical Counseling from The Ohio State University, she began working in Big Lots Behavioral Health Services at Nationwide Children’s as a full-time clinician, where she worked for seven years treating children, adolescents and their families in outpatient and community settings. In her current role, Rachel continues to provide outpatient counseling to teens who struggle with depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation and behaviors. Rachel also volunteers as a parent-surrogate for special education students in central Ohio and serves as a grief counselor at Camp Lionheart each July. 

Lorena V. Asadi, LISW-S Suicide Prevention Specialist Lorena.Asadi@NationwideChildrens.org Lorena is a licensed independent social worker and a suicide prevention specialist with the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research. Prior to this role within Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Lorena worked as a community-based clinician with the Family-Based Intensive Treatment (FBIT) team. In addition to prevention services, Lorena provides direct outpatient services with CSPR, where she practices using evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). Lorena graduated from The Ohio State University College of Social Work with a master’s degree in Social Work with a concentration in Mental Health and Substance Misuse, and provides services in both English and Spanish.

Fatimah Masood Caring Contacts Manager Fatimah.Masood@NationwideChildrens.org Fatimah Masood serves as the Caring Contacts comanager for the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research (CSPR) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Her work includes following up with youth at risk of suicide and their families after a hospital discharge via evidence-based interventions to enhance continuity of care and achieve best outcomes. Fatimah is also a diversity and inclusion committee member for the community based behavioral health team, a member of the Franklin County Suicide Prevention Coalition Communications Action team, a call-taker and trainer at the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, a Mental Health taskforce member at the Noor Islamic Community Center and a freelance artist. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in Microbiology with a minor in Studio Art from The Ohio State University in 2019 and a Master of Public Health degree from Boston University in 2022. She is currently pursuing graduate studies in social work from The Ohio State University.

Elena Camacho Caring Contacts Manager Elena.Camacho@NationwideChildrens.org Elena Camacho serves as the Caring Contacts comanager for the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Her work includes following up with youth at risk of suicide and their families after a hospital discharge via evidence-based interventions to enhance continuity of care and achieve best outcomes. Elena is also a diversity and inclusion committee member for the community based behavioral health team, and she volunteers her time outside of work answering the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and working with the Franklin County Suicide Prevention Coalition Communications Action Team. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from The Ohio State University in 2018, and is pursuing graduate studies in social work. 

Ashley O’Neill Be Present Ohio & Caring Contacts Manager Ashley.O'Neill@NationwideChildrens.org Ashley O’Neill serves as manager for the Be Present Ohio campaign and Caring Contacts intervention at the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research (CSPR) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Ashley manages automated Caring Contacts texts and is the main liaison supporting efforts to expand to other organizations. Her research focus is on suicide prevention for student athletes and coaches. Ashley obtained her bachelor’s degree in Psychology at Wittenberg University and her master’s degree in Healthcare Administration at the University of Arizona.

The Center for Suicide Prevention and Research helps schools and community organizations in Ohio implement evidence-based prevention strategies. Dr. Ackerman and his team have provided training to many schools throughout central and southeastern Ohio, using an enhanced SOS Signs of Suicide prevention programming model with a focus on fidelity and long-term sustainability. Efforts are underway to support out-of-school programs such as the Boys and Girls Clubs to implement effective suicide prevention strategies as well. The CSPR also provides a variety of tailored trainings to support youth serving organizations in identifying and supporting individuals at risk for suicide.

Trainings

The Center for Suicide Prevention and Research helps schools and community organizations in Ohio implement evidence-based prevention strategies. 

Learn More

Meet Our Team

John Ackerman, PhD Suicide Prevention Coordinator John.Ackerman@NationwideChildrens.org John Ackerman, PhD, is a child clinical psychologist and the suicide prevention clinical manager for the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research (CSPR) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Dr. Ackerman also supports clinical training of psychologists, social workers and counselors at Nationwide Children’s. He serves on the hospital’s Zero Suicide Implementation team and is involved in training on suicide screening and risk assessment in primary care and community settings. Dr. Ackerman has a strong research interest in risk factors and treatments for mood disorders and suicide. His research focuses on neurocognitive risk factors for youth suicidal behavior. He has also published on how media reporting impacts youth suicide and has provided training to the journalists in Ohio on best practices in discussing suicide as part of a grant funded by the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. Additionally, Dr. Ackerman is an active member of the American Association of Suicidology, the Franklin County Suicide Prevention Coalition, Franklin County Child Fatality Review Board, Zero Suicide Institute and the National Behavioral Health Innovations (BHI) Advisory Council.

Amberle Prater, PhD, LPCC-S  Clinical Lead Supervisor Amberle.Prater@NationwideChildrens.org Dr. Prater is the clinical lead supervisor for the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research (CSPR) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. She coordinates planning and implementation of evidence-based suicide prevention programming in schools including the SOS Signs of Suicide Program throughout central and southeast Ohio. She serves Ohio communities and the hospital in training for suicide prevention initiatives with consideration for research on risk factors and interventions to support youth with suicidal behavior. Prior to this role, Amberle was a full-time clinician working with children, adolescents, and families. Her areas of specialized interest include families of first responders, individuals who have experienced trauma and grief, foster and adoption families, and individuals with developmental disabilities. 

Melanie Fluellen, LPCC-S Suicide Prevention Specialist Melanie.Fluellen@NationwideChildrens.org Melanie is a licensed professional clinical counselor and suicide prevention specialist with Nationwide Children’s Hospital. In her role, she assists schools with implementing the SOS Signs of Suicide Prevention Program and provides ongoing clinical counseling for teens struggling with depression and anxiety as well as suicide ideation and attempts. She received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from The Ohio State University and her Master of Science in Education and Allied Professions degree from the University of Dayton. Melanie has been a clinician for 13 years in various behavioral health programs at Nationwide Children’s. She has experience treating adolescents and teens that have experienced trauma due to sexual abuse, physical abuse and/or exposure to domestic violence.

Stephanie Castine, LISW Suicide Prevention Specialist Stephanie.Mielke@NationwideChildrens.org Stephanie is a licensed independent social worker in the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research. Stephanie graduated from The Ohio State University College of Social Work with a master’s degree in Social Work and a concentration in Mental Health and Substance Abuse. In addition to prevention services, Stephanie provides direct outpatient clinical services. Stephanie has been at Nationwide Children’s for more than five years and is experienced in delivering evidence-based interventions, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). 

Rachel Jones, LPCC-S Suicide Prevention Specialist Rachel.Jones@NationwideChildrens.org

Rachel is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Suicide Prevention Specialist in the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research. She collaborates with Ohio middle and high schools to implement the SOS Signs of Suicide Prevention Program. Rachel began her career at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in 2011 working in clinical research. After graduating with her master’s degree in Clinical Counseling from The Ohio State University, she began working in Big Lots Behavioral Health Services at Nationwide Children’s as a full-time clinician, where she worked for seven years treating children, adolescents and their families in outpatient and community settings. In her current role, Rachel continues to provide outpatient counseling to teens who struggle with depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation and behaviors. Rachel also volunteers as a parent-surrogate for special education students in central Ohio and serves as a grief counselor at Camp Lionheart each July. 

Lorena V. Asadi, LISW-S Suicide Prevention Specialist Lorena.Asadi@NationwideChildrens.org Lorena is a licensed independent social worker and a suicide prevention specialist with the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research. Prior to this role within Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Lorena worked as a community-based clinician with the Family-Based Intensive Treatment (FBIT) team. In addition to prevention services, Lorena provides direct outpatient services with CSPR, where she practices using evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). Lorena graduated from The Ohio State University College of Social Work with a master’s degree in Social Work with a concentration in Mental Health and Substance Misuse, and provides services in both English and Spanish.

Fatimah Masood Caring Contacts Manager Fatimah.Masood@NationwideChildrens.org Fatimah Masood serves as the Caring Contacts comanager for the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research (CSPR) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Her work includes following up with youth at risk of suicide and their families after a hospital discharge via evidence-based interventions to enhance continuity of care and achieve best outcomes. Fatimah is also a diversity and inclusion committee member for the community based behavioral health team, a member of the Franklin County Suicide Prevention Coalition Communications Action team, a call-taker and trainer at the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, a Mental Health taskforce member at the Noor Islamic Community Center and a freelance artist. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in Microbiology with a minor in Studio Art from The Ohio State University in 2019 and a Master of Public Health degree from Boston University in 2022. She is currently pursuing graduate studies in social work from The Ohio State University.

Elena Camacho Caring Contacts Manager Elena.Camacho@NationwideChildrens.org Elena Camacho serves as the Caring Contacts comanager for the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Her work includes following up with youth at risk of suicide and their families after a hospital discharge via evidence-based interventions to enhance continuity of care and achieve best outcomes. Elena is also a diversity and inclusion committee member for the community based behavioral health team, and she volunteers her time outside of work answering the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and working with the Franklin County Suicide Prevention Coalition Communications Action Team. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from The Ohio State University in 2018, and is pursuing graduate studies in social work. 

Ashley O’Neill Be Present Ohio & Caring Contacts Manager Ashley.O'Neill@NationwideChildrens.org Ashley O’Neill serves as manager for the Be Present Ohio campaign and Caring Contacts intervention at the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research (CSPR) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Ashley manages automated Caring Contacts texts and is the main liaison supporting efforts to expand to other organizations. Her research focus is on suicide prevention for student athletes and coaches. Ashley obtained her bachelor’s degree in Psychology at Wittenberg University and her master’s degree in Healthcare Administration at the University of Arizona.

John Ackerman, PhD Suicide Prevention Coordinator John.Ackerman@NationwideChildrens.org John Ackerman, PhD, is a child clinical psychologist and the suicide prevention clinical manager for the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research (CSPR) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Dr. Ackerman also supports clinical training of psychologists, social workers and counselors at Nationwide Children’s. He serves on the hospital’s Zero Suicide Implementation team and is involved in training on suicide screening and risk assessment in primary care and community settings. Dr. Ackerman has a strong research interest in risk factors and treatments for mood disorders and suicide. His research focuses on neurocognitive risk factors for youth suicidal behavior. He has also published on how media reporting impacts youth suicide and has provided training to the journalists in Ohio on best practices in discussing suicide as part of a grant funded by the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. Additionally, Dr. Ackerman is an active member of the American Association of Suicidology, the Franklin County Suicide Prevention Coalition, Franklin County Child Fatality Review Board, Zero Suicide Institute and the National Behavioral Health Innovations (BHI) Advisory Council.

John Ackerman, PhD Suicide Prevention Coordinator John.Ackerman@NationwideChildrens.org

John Ackerman, PhD, is a child clinical psychologist and the suicide prevention clinical manager for the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research (CSPR) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Dr. Ackerman also supports clinical training of psychologists, social workers and counselors at Nationwide Children’s. He serves on the hospital’s Zero Suicide Implementation team and is involved in training on suicide screening and risk assessment in primary care and community settings. Dr. Ackerman has a strong research interest in risk factors and treatments for mood disorders and suicide. His research focuses on neurocognitive risk factors for youth suicidal behavior. He has also published on how media reporting impacts youth suicide and has provided training to the journalists in Ohio on best practices in discussing suicide as part of a grant funded by the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. Additionally, Dr. Ackerman is an active member of the American Association of Suicidology, the Franklin County Suicide Prevention Coalition, Franklin County Child Fatality Review Board, Zero Suicide Institute and the National Behavioral Health Innovations (BHI) Advisory Council.

Amberle Prater, PhD, LPCC-S  Clinical Lead Supervisor Amberle.Prater@NationwideChildrens.org Dr. Prater is the clinical lead supervisor for the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research (CSPR) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. She coordinates planning and implementation of evidence-based suicide prevention programming in schools including the SOS Signs of Suicide Program throughout central and southeast Ohio. She serves Ohio communities and the hospital in training for suicide prevention initiatives with consideration for research on risk factors and interventions to support youth with suicidal behavior. Prior to this role, Amberle was a full-time clinician working with children, adolescents, and families. Her areas of specialized interest include families of first responders, individuals who have experienced trauma and grief, foster and adoption families, and individuals with developmental disabilities. 

Amberle Prater, PhD, LPCC-S  Clinical Lead Supervisor Amberle.Prater@NationwideChildrens.org

Dr. Prater is the clinical lead supervisor for the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research (CSPR) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. She coordinates planning and implementation of evidence-based suicide prevention programming in schools including the SOS Signs of Suicide Program throughout central and southeast Ohio. She serves Ohio communities and the hospital in training for suicide prevention initiatives with consideration for research on risk factors and interventions to support youth with suicidal behavior. Prior to this role, Amberle was a full-time clinician working with children, adolescents, and families. Her areas of specialized interest include families of first responders, individuals who have experienced trauma and grief, foster and adoption families, and individuals with developmental disabilities. 

Melanie Fluellen, LPCC-S Suicide Prevention Specialist Melanie.Fluellen@NationwideChildrens.org Melanie is a licensed professional clinical counselor and suicide prevention specialist with Nationwide Children’s Hospital. In her role, she assists schools with implementing the SOS Signs of Suicide Prevention Program and provides ongoing clinical counseling for teens struggling with depression and anxiety as well as suicide ideation and attempts. She received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from The Ohio State University and her Master of Science in Education and Allied Professions degree from the University of Dayton. Melanie has been a clinician for 13 years in various behavioral health programs at Nationwide Children’s. She has experience treating adolescents and teens that have experienced trauma due to sexual abuse, physical abuse and/or exposure to domestic violence.

Melanie Fluellen, LPCC-S Suicide Prevention Specialist Melanie.Fluellen@NationwideChildrens.org

Melanie is a licensed professional clinical counselor and suicide prevention specialist with Nationwide Children’s Hospital. In her role, she assists schools with implementing the SOS Signs of Suicide Prevention Program and provides ongoing clinical counseling for teens struggling with depression and anxiety as well as suicide ideation and attempts. She received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from The Ohio State University and her Master of Science in Education and Allied Professions degree from the University of Dayton. Melanie has been a clinician for 13 years in various behavioral health programs at Nationwide Children’s. She has experience treating adolescents and teens that have experienced trauma due to sexual abuse, physical abuse and/or exposure to domestic violence.

Stephanie Castine, LISW Suicide Prevention Specialist Stephanie.Mielke@NationwideChildrens.org Stephanie is a licensed independent social worker in the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research. Stephanie graduated from The Ohio State University College of Social Work with a master’s degree in Social Work and a concentration in Mental Health and Substance Abuse. In addition to prevention services, Stephanie provides direct outpatient clinical services. Stephanie has been at Nationwide Children’s for more than five years and is experienced in delivering evidence-based interventions, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). 

Stephanie Castine, LISW Suicide Prevention Specialist Stephanie.Mielke@NationwideChildrens.org

Stephanie is a licensed independent social worker in the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research. Stephanie graduated from The Ohio State University College of Social Work with a master’s degree in Social Work and a concentration in Mental Health and Substance Abuse. In addition to prevention services, Stephanie provides direct outpatient clinical services. Stephanie has been at Nationwide Children’s for more than five years and is experienced in delivering evidence-based interventions, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). 

Rachel Jones, LPCC-S Suicide Prevention Specialist Rachel.Jones@NationwideChildrens.org

Rachel is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Suicide Prevention Specialist in the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research. She collaborates with Ohio middle and high schools to implement the SOS Signs of Suicide Prevention Program. Rachel began her career at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in 2011 working in clinical research. After graduating with her master’s degree in Clinical Counseling from The Ohio State University, she began working in Big Lots Behavioral Health Services at Nationwide Children’s as a full-time clinician, where she worked for seven years treating children, adolescents and their families in outpatient and community settings. In her current role, Rachel continues to provide outpatient counseling to teens who struggle with depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation and behaviors. Rachel also volunteers as a parent-surrogate for special education students in central Ohio and serves as a grief counselor at Camp Lionheart each July. 

Rachel Jones, LPCC-S Suicide Prevention Specialist Rachel.Jones@NationwideChildrens.org

Rachel is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Suicide Prevention Specialist in the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research. She collaborates with Ohio middle and high schools to implement the SOS Signs of Suicide Prevention Program.

Rachel began her career at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in 2011 working in clinical research. After graduating with her master’s degree in Clinical Counseling from The Ohio State University, she began working in Big Lots Behavioral Health Services at Nationwide Children’s as a full-time clinician, where she worked for seven years treating children, adolescents and their families in outpatient and community settings.

In her current role, Rachel continues to provide outpatient counseling to teens who struggle with depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation and behaviors. Rachel also volunteers as a parent-surrogate for special education students in central Ohio and serves as a grief counselor at Camp Lionheart each July. 

Lorena V. Asadi, LISW-S Suicide Prevention Specialist Lorena.Asadi@NationwideChildrens.org Lorena is a licensed independent social worker and a suicide prevention specialist with the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research. Prior to this role within Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Lorena worked as a community-based clinician with the Family-Based Intensive Treatment (FBIT) team. In addition to prevention services, Lorena provides direct outpatient services with CSPR, where she practices using evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). Lorena graduated from The Ohio State University College of Social Work with a master’s degree in Social Work with a concentration in Mental Health and Substance Misuse, and provides services in both English and Spanish.

Lorena V. Asadi, LISW-S Suicide Prevention Specialist Lorena.Asadi@NationwideChildrens.org

Lorena is a licensed independent social worker and a suicide prevention specialist with the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research. Prior to this role within Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Lorena worked as a community-based clinician with the Family-Based Intensive Treatment (FBIT) team. In addition to prevention services, Lorena provides direct outpatient services with CSPR, where she practices using evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). Lorena graduated from The Ohio State University College of Social Work with a master’s degree in Social Work with a concentration in Mental Health and Substance Misuse, and provides services in both English and Spanish.

Fatimah Masood Caring Contacts Manager Fatimah.Masood@NationwideChildrens.org Fatimah Masood serves as the Caring Contacts comanager for the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research (CSPR) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Her work includes following up with youth at risk of suicide and their families after a hospital discharge via evidence-based interventions to enhance continuity of care and achieve best outcomes. Fatimah is also a diversity and inclusion committee member for the community based behavioral health team, a member of the Franklin County Suicide Prevention Coalition Communications Action team, a call-taker and trainer at the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, a Mental Health taskforce member at the Noor Islamic Community Center and a freelance artist. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in Microbiology with a minor in Studio Art from The Ohio State University in 2019 and a Master of Public Health degree from Boston University in 2022. She is currently pursuing graduate studies in social work from The Ohio State University.

Fatimah Masood Caring Contacts Manager Fatimah.Masood@NationwideChildrens.org

Fatimah Masood serves as the Caring Contacts comanager for the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research (CSPR) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Her work includes following up with youth at risk of suicide and their families after a hospital discharge via evidence-based interventions to enhance continuity of care and achieve best outcomes. Fatimah is also a diversity and inclusion committee member for the community based behavioral health team, a member of the Franklin County Suicide Prevention Coalition Communications Action team, a call-taker and trainer at the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, a Mental Health taskforce member at the Noor Islamic Community Center and a freelance artist. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in Microbiology with a minor in Studio Art from The Ohio State University in 2019 and a Master of Public Health degree from Boston University in 2022. She is currently pursuing graduate studies in social work from The Ohio State University.

Elena Camacho Caring Contacts Manager Elena.Camacho@NationwideChildrens.org Elena Camacho serves as the Caring Contacts comanager for the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Her work includes following up with youth at risk of suicide and their families after a hospital discharge via evidence-based interventions to enhance continuity of care and achieve best outcomes. Elena is also a diversity and inclusion committee member for the community based behavioral health team, and she volunteers her time outside of work answering the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and working with the Franklin County Suicide Prevention Coalition Communications Action Team. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from The Ohio State University in 2018, and is pursuing graduate studies in social work. 

Elena Camacho Caring Contacts Manager Elena.Camacho@NationwideChildrens.org

Elena Camacho serves as the Caring Contacts comanager for the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Her work includes following up with youth at risk of suicide and their families after a hospital discharge via evidence-based interventions to enhance continuity of care and achieve best outcomes. Elena is also a diversity and inclusion committee member for the community based behavioral health team, and she volunteers her time outside of work answering the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and working with the Franklin County Suicide Prevention Coalition Communications Action Team. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from The Ohio State University in 2018, and is pursuing graduate studies in social work. 

Ashley O’Neill Be Present Ohio & Caring Contacts Manager Ashley.O'Neill@NationwideChildrens.org Ashley O’Neill serves as manager for the Be Present Ohio campaign and Caring Contacts intervention at the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research (CSPR) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Ashley manages automated Caring Contacts texts and is the main liaison supporting efforts to expand to other organizations. Her research focus is on suicide prevention for student athletes and coaches. Ashley obtained her bachelor’s degree in Psychology at Wittenberg University and her master’s degree in Healthcare Administration at the University of Arizona.

Ashley O’Neill Be Present Ohio & Caring Contacts Manager Ashley.O'Neill@NationwideChildrens.org

Ashley O’Neill serves as manager for the Be Present Ohio campaign and Caring Contacts intervention at the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research (CSPR) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Ashley manages automated Caring Contacts texts and is the main liaison supporting efforts to expand to other organizations. Her research focus is on suicide prevention for student athletes and coaches. Ashley obtained her bachelor’s degree in Psychology at Wittenberg University and her master’s degree in Healthcare Administration at the University of Arizona.