Lake House Academy is thrilled to announce that Sara Parisi has joined the team as Executive Director. Sara brings many years of leadership experience from her time as a military intelligence officer. Following her time in the military, Sara’s passion and drive to help others led her to complete her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of North Carolina at Pembroke.

“I am equally humbled and honored to serve as the Executive Director of Lake House Academy, and delighted to bring my decade’s worth of leadership experience and apply it directly towards my passion as a professional in the mental health field. The responsibility that I have been entrusted with to spark joy and heal generations is one that I have embraced, and I am so grateful for the amazing team of professionals at Lake House Academy to help me in this journey,” stated Parisi.

Heidi Strand has transitioned into the role of Director of Professional Relations for Lake House Academy. Strand will work closely with Admissions Director Erika Mackey and the Lake House Academy leadership team in marketing and outreach efforts.

Strand stated, “I am excited to be working alongside Sara and the Lake House leadership team to magnify the journey of our families and referral partners. My priorities include serving as a resource for our existing community, developing and delivering robust Alumni services, and providing a deeper perspective of the healing work of our students and their families.”

About Lake House Academy

Lake House Academy is a therapeutic boarding school outside of Asheville, NC focused on meeting the emotional and academic needs of adolescent girls age 12-16. Lake House Academy helps girls find healing through play and reconnect on a deeper level with their families. By combining play with superior academics and a healthy, home-like environment, Lake House girls develop the resiliency and confidence needed to thrive throughout life. To learn more about Lake House Academy please visit https://www.lakehouseacademy.com or call Erika Mackey at 828-329-7441.