Jordan Watson serves as Alsana’s Chief Executive Officer, bringing nearly 15 years of experience in the eating disorder treatment field. Throughout his career, Jordan has demonstrated a dedication to excellent clinical outcomes, positive client experience, and thoughtful expansion of eating disorder treatment services. His leadership is defined by an ability to align teams with a shared mission and bridge the gap between strategy and execution to better reach those in need of treatment services.

Jordan previously served as Alsana’s Chief Growth Officer for five years. During his tenure, he participated in the formation of the Alsana brand, built the company’s growth functions, and led the expansion of the company’s services. Prior to Alsana, Jordan held progressive leadership roles at numerous national eating disorder treatment providers. In addition, his early years in the field were spent in direct care working with individuals suffering from eating disorders. Those early years continue to fuel his passion to support those affected by eating disorders.

In addition, Jordan has previously served on the Board of Directors for two eating disorder non-profit organizations. He has also consulted for top healthcare services organizations outside of eating disorders spearheading growth, operations, and innovative program development. He holds a master’s degree in psychology from Pepperdine University’s Graduate School of Education and Psychology. With his leadership, Alsana will continue to uphold its mission of holistic healing and comprehensive support for those navigating eating disorder recovery.

Keesha Amezcua serves as Alsana’s Chief Clinical Officer, bringing twenty years of experience in the eating disorder treatment field. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist Consultant. Keesha brings a wealth of expertise and a track record of clinical excellence to the organization. Previously Keesha held clinical leadership over all levels of care for both adolescents and adults as Vice President of Clinical Programming for Monte Nido & Affiliates. Keesha also brings international program development experience contributing to Wandi Nerida, Australia’s first residential eating disorder treatment center. 

Apart from her clinical work, Keesha has authored numerous publications on eating disorder recovery and regularly speaks at national conferences. She holds certifications as a Daring Way Facilitator and in specialized therapies such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), enhancing her ability to deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based care. Under Keesha’s leadership, Alsana is poised to excel in providing outstanding care, fostering a nurturing environment for professionals, and shaping the future of the eating disorder treatment industry.

As Chief Medical Officer for Alsana, Dr. Jay Joglekar oversees all aspects of Alsana’s medical dimension. He works closely with program leadership, contract psychiatrists and physicians, medical nurses, and Alsana’s admissions team and reviews each client’s pre-admission medical assessments.

Before joining the Alsana team, Dr. Joglekar was an internal medical physician and leader in the eating recovery industry, overseeing five treatment programs (RTC, PHP, IOP) in the Washington DC region.

Dr. Jay Joglekar earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Maryland and began his graduate from Johns Hopkins University. He completed his residency at HCMC in Minneapolis, MN (University of Minnesota) and is Board Certified in Internal Medicine (American Board of Internal Medicine).

As a physician with more than 17 years of experience, Dr. Joglekar embraces individualized, client-centric, collaborative approaches to care.

After medical school, Dr. Joglekar developed an electronic medical record at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD, while conducting a Phase II clinical trial on advanced head and neck cancers. He also completed a Fellowship in Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona.

Dr. Joglekar resides in the Washington D.C. area with his wife and 2 children, where he enjoys playing tennis during his free time.

As the VP of Operations, Birmingham and Virtual, Jessica Harris joined Alsana because of their guiding principles and reputation for providing quality clinical care. She graduated from the University of California, Davis with a Bachelor of Art in Psychology and a minor in Child Development. She obtained her Masters in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in marriage and family therapy from Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. Over the past 11 years, she has experience working with adolescents and adults of all genders and their loved ones at all levels of care including (inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient.) Previous to joining the Alsana team, Jessica opened residential and outpatient eating disorder programs across the nation and oversaw the operations of 11 programs in Washington, Oregon, and California.

Jessica loves to cook and try new restaurants, in her spare time she also loves to be outdoors exploring new hikes in the Los Angeles region and reading!

Sherry is deeply compassionate and dedicated, with 14 years of heartfelt experience working in the operations side of the healthcare field. She holds a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University in California and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D) from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Los Angeles. Prior to joining Alsana, she served as a Regional Director overseeing multiple residential facilities and PHP/IOP programs in Southern and Northern California, showcasing her exceptional leadership, and operational acumen.

What sets Sherry apart is her genuine love for her work. She thrives on bringing hope and recovery to those she serves, guiding them through their journey with compassion and dedication. Her decision to join Alsana was driven by the organization’s profound commitment to compassionate care and collaborative teamwork, which aligns perfectly with her own values. What truly brought her to Alsana is the culture of “we are all in this together.” She resonates with the philosophy that everyone at Alsana is working together in a committed way, not only to each other but also to our clients. Her unwavering commitment to improving the lives of individuals and the organizations she serves is reflected not only in her professional endeavors but also in her personal life.

In her off-time, Sherry enjoys spending quality time with her family, including her four-year-old daughter, who brings immense joy and valuable life lessons every day. This dedication to both her professional and personal life is a testament to her unwavering commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of others.

Mary Elizabeth Akinaka currently serves as Alsana’s VP of Clinical Services. She is an LPC-S and CEDS-C and has been working in the eating disorder community and with Alsana for almost a decade. Mary Elizabeth is passionate about leading a team who have a compassionate drive for serving clients with intentional, effective, and individualized care. She enjoys being a part of a space that allows clients to have a brave space to work on their recovery journey.

Mary Elizabeth received her bachelor’s degree in Collaborative Special Education from Auburn University. She received  her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health and a Certificate of marriage and Family Counseling from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Mary Elizabeth loves interacting with individuals from all walks of life and is a believer that a significant aspect of our growth as human beings is through interaction, specifically those who stories look different from our own. In her spare time she loves spending time with her husband and two boys.

As the Vice President of Admissions and Outreach at Alsana, Kevin brings over a decade of service in the behavioral health space, with a primary focus on eating disorders. His journey through the field has been marked by significant roles, primarily in Admissions and direct care, where his leadership and strategic vision contributed to the expansive growth of a leading national eating disorder organization.

Kevin’s expertise encompasses a thorough understanding of the treatment landscape, having overseen all functions of care coordination while playing key roles in developing and maintaining payor and provider relations. His commitment to improving patient access to care is driven by a deep-seated passion for service delivered with compassion, urgency, and integrity. These core values seamlessly align with Alsana’s guiding principles, underpinning Kevin’s decision to join this team of talented and dedicated professionals.

At the heart of Kevin’s professional ethos is a commitment to creating pathways for healing and recovery, ensuring that individuals receive the support and care they deserve. His strategic contributions to Alsana are not just about overseeing Admissions and Outreach; they’re about opening doors to transformative care, underscored by a profound understanding of the journey to recovery.

Outside of his professional life, Kevin is an avid surfer who finds peace and clarity in the ocean. His love for traveling keeps him exploring new places, and he’s currently on a journey to become fluent in Spanish – a personal goal that combines his passion for learning with his desire to connect with others.

As the Director of Clinical Nutrition and Movement Services at Alsana, Ali assumes a pivotal role in upholding the standard of clinical nutrition excellence. Employing Alsana’s Adaptive Care Model, Ali meticulously oversees the implementation and maintenance of nutrition and movement programs, ensuring exceptional quality and consistency.

Ali’s journey towards this leadership position was sparked by an aspiration to make a difference in the lives of individuals battling eating disorders. Joining Alsana as a dietitian in 2017, Ali has since dedicated herself to guiding clients through the intricate process of healing their relationships with food and their bodies.

With a comprehensive background in addressing complex eating disorders, including Avoidant and Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), as well as expertise in diabetes management, Intuitive Eating, and Embodied Recovery, Ali brings a wealth of specialized knowledge to her practice.

The cornerstone of Ali’s professional fulfillment lies in her role as an educator and collaborator, working closely with fellow dietitians to tailor approaches that resonate with clients at various stages of recovery. Leveraging the transformative power of nutrition, Ali is committed to nurturing holistic healing in individuals, addressing not only physical well-being but also the intricate interplay between the brain, gut, and heart.

Ali’s ultimate aspiration for each client is to empower them to cultivate and sustain lives defined by vitality and freedom from the burdens of body distress and societal diet norms. She believes in fostering a deep sense of self-awareness and resilience, enabling clients to thrive in all facets of their lives, particularly in their relationship with themselves.

Ali’s passion for eating recovery was ignited during her collegiate years when she embarked on a dual exploration of nutrition and psychology. This interdisciplinary approach kindled her curiosity about the profound intersection between nutrition and emotional well-being, laying the foundation for her impactful career trajectory.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Ali finds solace and rejuvenation amidst nature, often spending cherished moments outdoors with her beloved canine companions, Petey and Mike, or nurturing her garden.