Ms. Hatcher is a 2004 graduate of the University of Akron, and earned a Master of Social Work degree. Her previous educational experiences include Certification in Psychology/Sociology, Mount Union College and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, also from Mount Union College.

Ms. Hatcher has engaged in professional employment that has enhanced her ability to work with clients with a variety of behavioral and emotional concerns. These experiences have included work with adults and child clients in a child protective services agency, and the design and implementation of alcohol/drug prevention and education programming. Ms. Hatcher has worked with adolescent clients within a youth mentoring program, and has coordinated mentoring and health programming for youth within school environments.

Ms. Hatcher is a Licensed Independent Social Worker and attained Level II certification as an Ohio Certified Prevention Specialist.