Meet The Team

Bryan Lewis

Co-Founder & CEO

Bryan recently retired from public education after nearly 27 years in various roles. He began his career as a physical education teacher at the elementary level with Hardin County Schools and later took on an assistant coaching role for the Central Hardin High School baseball team.

Bryan eventually became the head baseball coach at John Hardin High School and transitioned to administration, serving as assistant principal at Lincoln Trail Elementary and G C Burkhead Elementary schools. He was later named principal at G C Burkhead Elementary before moving to the

central office, where he served as Director of Student Services and Director of Pupil Personnel for over 12 years. Bryan has always focused on helping both staff and students find success.

Rachel Jewell

COO

Rachel is a 2015 graduate of the University of the Cumberlands with a Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling. She has experience working with diverse populations, from school-aged children to geriatric clients, in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Rachel is knowledgeable in managing a variety of mental health diagnoses, including substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, PTSD, and more. She has three years of classroom experience and has worked in the central office, helping families and students with truancy procedures and court mediation. Rachel is passionate about integrating mental health support within the educational environment.

Chris Reed

Co-Founder & President

Chris recently retired from education after 33 years. He has been a part time faculty member at Western Kentucky University since 2004, instructing elementary education classes. Chris taught in Clark County before moving to Elizabethtown, where he taught in an alternative school for two years. He spent 11 years at Central Hardin High School as a teacher, coach, assistant principal, and principal before moving to Hardin County Schools’ central office as Director of Pupil Personnel. Chris later served as Associate Superintendent for HR and Deputy Superintendent. After retiring from HCS, he became the principal at St. Paul Catholic School and later the Director of Adult Education for multiple counties. Chris has been recognized for his contributions to education and has spoken at numerous statewide conferences.

Danielle Mattingly

Therapist, LCSW

Danielle is a highly experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker that holds an MSW from the University of Southern California. With 13 years in social work (8 in clinical practice), Danielle brings broad expertise to diverse populations and mental health challenges. She works with all ages—from children to older adults—specializing in working with complex issues and diagnoses. Danielle brings a deep understanding of the challenges facing today's schools, having provided crucial crisis care directly to students. She's committed to fostering healthier environments where teachers, support staff, and students can thrive. Beyond schools, Danielle's extensive expertise spans critical areas including military and veteran support, palliative and hospice care, grief counseling, suicidality, substance abuse, and sexual assault recovery.

Emily Robles

Communications & Content Consultant

Emily brings a thoughtful and strategic lens to EdWellness, supporting the team with content review, website formatting, and overall messaging refinement. With a background in business management and a keen eye for clarity and tone, she helps ensure our digital presence is both professional and engaging.

In addition to her work with EdWellness, Emily is currently employed at a financial institution, where she applies her expertise in operations, communication, and process improvement. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Western Kentucky University in 2019 and holds multiple professional certifications, including Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Six Sigma Lean Professional, Certified Scrum Master, and Change Management Specialist.

Krissy Smothers

Therapist, LCSW

Bio coming soon!