CEO of Family Insight, P.C.

Samuel C. Gray

East Tennessee State University, B.S. in Criminal Justice and Psychology

In 2011, Sam acquired and renewed Family Insight in Virginia, with the goal of enhancing the well-being of individuals and families in need of mental health support services. He initially operated out of one office with the help of just two employees. Inside of one year, Family Insight expanded by three offices, and as of 2017 the company employs over 200 people across seven locations. Family Insight developed its Autism program from the ground up with the help of several key people within and outside of the company, and looks to continue to expand its ABA program both in and out of state.

VP of Business Development
National Counseling Group
August 1993-May 2011

Special Agent
Virginia State Police
November 1974-February 1989

Chief Administrative Officer

Robert Paul Lawrence

James Madison University, B.S. in business administration and finance and real estate law
Marymount University, Master’s degree in business administration

Robert “Paul” Lawrence is the Chief Administrative Officer. He has served in this role since March of 2016, bringing years of experience and civil service to Family Insight.

Mr. Lawrence is a tenth generation Fauquier County, Virginia native.  Born in Warrenton, Virginia, he grew up in the village of Marshall.

In lieu of High School, Mr. Lawrence graduated from Randolph-Macon Academy (United States Air Force JROTC) in 1987 with the rank of Cadet Lieutenant Colonel, Deputy Corps Commander for Operations. While attending the Academy, he received the General Douglas A. MacArthur Award for excellence in athletics, academics, and leadership, among the most prestigious awards given by the association of Military Schools and Colleges of the United States.

Mr. Lawrence went on to attend James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia, graduating in 1990 with a bachelor’s degree in business administration majoring in Finance and Real Estate. While attending JMU, Mr. Lawrence became a licensed Realtor® and a licensed property-casualty/life-health insurance agent. Also, during this time period, Mr. Lawrence became a certified Emergency Medical Technician-CT Paramedic and served in both paid and volunteer positions. He also served as a certified Law Enforcement Officer of the Commonwealth of Virginia and still holds certification. 

Upon graduation, Mr. Lawrence joined his father in the family’s insurance business which began in 1969. While serving as the office manager, Mr. Lawrence attended Marymount University in Arlington, Virginia and graduated in 1998 with a Masters Degree in Business Administration. Upon his father’s retirement in 1995, Mr. Lawrence assumed management of the insurance business and grew it to annual revenues in excess of three million dollars.   

Mr. Lawrence is involved in many civic and community organizations, including the Shriners Hospitals for Children, his service as Past Master (2009) Cochran Lodge No. 271 A.F. & A.M., co-chairman of the Marshall District Comprehensive Plan advisory committee, and President/Board of Trustees Marshall Cemetery Association. 

In 2018, Mr. Lawrence was elected to serve as board chairman of the Virginia Foundation for Research and Economic Education (VaFREE) which is Virginia’s premier business forum promoting pro-business free enterprise in the Commonwealth.  VaFREE annually ranks all members of the Virginia General Assembly on a non-partisan basis as to their degree of pro-business policy (www.VaFREE.org).  

Mr. Lawrence terminated his insurance business in early 2009 to join with the management of the growing National Counseling Group enterprise of which he served as Vice President/Director of Operations, Director of Legislative Affairs, Director of Facilities and Special Assistant to the President and CEO. He served NCG until February of 2016. 

Mr. Lawrence continues as the managing member of his family’s property corporation and enjoys politics, boating, and construction projects in his free time. He is married to Dr. Kimberley Ryan-Lawrence, DNP, FNP-C and they have two young sons “Jack” and “Alex.”

Chief Operating Officer

Peter J. Doyle

Chief Operating Officer
James Madison University, B.A. in political science

Peter has over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, achieving the title of senior vice president at multiple firms. He has served individual clients as a financial advisor and worked in operational roles within different banks, managing a diverse population of individuals to help them meet their goals. Now Peter utilizes those skills at Family Insight to help people further their careers.

Clinical Director

Dr. Jennifer Switzer

Houghton College, B.A. in Psychology

Liberty University, M.A. in Professional Counseling

Walden University, Ph.D. in Psychology

Dr. Jennifer Switzer is an experienced practitioner and clinical supervisor in community mental health services, and has worked and created partnerships in both the public and private sectors over the last ten years. She is a board-certified Licensed Professional Counselor in both Virginia and New Jersey, and a registered clinical supervisor in Virginia. She has a vast array of clinical interests; however, her specializations are cognitive behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, stress management, and communication. Her desire to understand development and behavior, along with how childhood experiences shape both one’s view of themselves and the world, led her to major in Psychology as an undergraduate student, complete a clinical master’s degree in Professional Counseling, and complete her PhD in Psychology. In addition to her clinical practice, she is passionate about clinical ethics and leadership, and developing intentional practices within the behavioral health field to better care for clinicians and consumers.  

Agency Director of Outpatient Services

Theresa A. Picone, LPC, CEAP

Gordon College, B.A. in Business Administration and Economics

Vermont College of Norwich University, M.A. in Counseling/Psychology

Theresa A. Picone (formerly Scampoli) believes it is important to “do what makes your soul happy.” Her great passion is helping others in their pursuit of a healthy, happy, fulfilling lives and developing relationships with others, both personally and professionally. Theresa knows that no single approach is successful for all, and prides herself in being person-centered. It is important that individuals do not allow their struggles and stressors to define who they are.

Theresa is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Virginia and Vermont, as well as a Certified Employee Assistance Counselor, a Certified Money Coach, and is trained in Critical Incident Stress Management (having spent time on-site providing support after the tragedy at Virginia Tech in 2006). She initially worked in the financial industry, but found her true calling in the behavioral health field, where she has been working for over 15 years in direct service, acute care, management and operations.

Theresa currently lives in Midlothian, VA with her husband, two sons and two dogs. She loves sports – both watching and playing them; running, yoga, kickboxing, reading, the ocean, and most of all, learning something new every day.

Agency Director of Business Development

Randy Wilson

Virginia State University

Randy is the State Director of Business Development for Family Insight P.C. Randy has a diverse leadership background that is complementary to the needs and direction of Family Insight’s P.C growing organization. Randy comes from serving in previous roles of Executive Director for both for profit and nonprofit organizations while also being a seasoned business developer throughout his career.

Randy currently serves in board and advisory roles to Senior Connections, Virginia Mental Health Access Program (VMAP), Trust Bank Community Advisory Council, and Community 50/50.

LBA State Director of Applied Behavior Analysis

Heidi Smith, M.A., BCBA

Cleveland State University

University of Cincinnati

Heidi Smith is the State Director of ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis), and she lives in the Tidewater area of Virginia. Her current position allows her to fulfill her greatest passion—providing quality, evidence-
based services to as many children as possible with developmental disorders, and thereby increasing their independence and quality of life. Heidi holds a master’s degree in Psychology from Cleveland State University and a Graduate Certificate
in ABA from the University of Cincinnati. She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst®, and is licensed as a Behavior Analyst in the state of Virginia. In addition to her background in clinical and managerial work in
ABA, she has also worked in clinical and management positions as a mental health provider, and she has worked in the role of a school psychologist. When not working, she enjoys spending time with her dog and grandchildren.

State Director of Field Operations

Candace Hopper, LPC, NCC, Board-Approved Supervisor

Candace has a bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Chemistry from Shippensburg University in Pennsylvania and holds a Master of Science Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. Candace is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Board Approved Supervisor in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Candace has 18 years of experience working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness in various capacities, including psychosocial rehabilitation, vocational rehabilitation, residential rehabilitation and supervision, co-occurring disorders group therapy, intakes, assessments, and referrals.

Candace is passionate about meeting others where they are and supporting them to increase independence and improve overall quality of life. She believes that with support, every one of our clients can reach their full potential and live the kind of lives they desire. Candace believes that through training and support of the staff providing service to clients, she can continue to help spread understanding and compassion for those living with mental illness.