Birth Well Shreveport

Board of Directors

MEET THE FOUNDER & CEO

Hey, I'm Alicia Mingo!

I have dedicated my career to supporting families through life’s most meaningful moments as a nurse, doula, and certified breastfeeding specialist. I am committed to providing education, support, compassion, hugs, love, and prayer to every family I have the privilege to serve. My greatest fulfillment comes from helping mothers find their voice, recognize their joy, and embrace the power to love themselves and their families unconditionally.

The Board Member

Hey, I'm Jessica Smith, LCSW-BACS

Jessica Smith is a licensed clinical social worker and board-approved supervisor with over 15 years of experience in mental health and child welfare. She is the CEO and Clinical Director of Vibrant Minds Therapy & Consulting in Shreveport, LA, and currently serves as the Suicide Prevention Program Manager at Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, leading efforts to reduce suicide risk among Veterans.

Jessica has dedicated her career to supporting vulnerable populations through both direct care and leadership roles, including 14 years with Louisiana’s Department of Children and Family Services. A passionate mentor and advocate, she also serves as a Community Board Advisor for Tulane University’s Southern Center for Maternal Health Equity.

She holds degrees in social work from the University of Louisiana at Monroe and Grambling State University. Jessica lives in Shreveport with her husband, Rahvi, and their two sons. Her work is grounded in a deep commitment to family, community, and mental health equity.

The Board Member

Hey, I'm Justiss Tyner!

I am a dedicated public health professional passionate about women’s health and health equity. My journey began with early “girl talk” conversations that sparked a desire to understand and address the gaps in women’s health knowledge. With experience in clinical care, community health, epidemiology, and maternal mental health research, I bring both hands-on and data-driven perspectives to my work. Now serving as a Public Health Technician and pursuing my Doctorate in Public Health, I’m committed to improving reproductive health outcomes and empowering the communities that shaped me.

“When we nurture mothers, fathers, and families, we strengthen the entire community.”

PARTNER with us

Your contribution helps us train doulas, provide family education, and support parents through every phase of their journey.

Together, we can build a more connected, compassionate, and equitable birth community in Shreveport and beyond.