Josh is a Suicidologist and the Executive Director of The Mandy Foundation for Suicide Prevention and Behavioral Health. He is also the Advocacy Co-Chair for the Arkansas Chapter Board of Directors with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). In addition, Josh is a certified Compassion Fatigue Educator and is developing a specialized program focused on mental health and suicide prevention for first responders.

Josh founded The Mandy Foundation in 2025 it was originally launched as The Mandy Initiative for Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Education in 2024 in memory of his best friend, Amanda “Mandy” Faye Fogg, who died by suicide in 2017. The Foundation is dedicated to providing access to trusted suicide prevention and mental health resources for the general public, first responders, and veterans while honoring Mandy’s legacy by creating hope and saving lives.

Josh holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor’s in Criminology. His professional experience includes work with the Forensic Outpatient Restoration Program (FORP), the Northwest Arkansas Regional Crisis Stabilization Unit, and serving as a volunteer crisis counselor with Crisis Text Line. While working with FORP and during his clinical internship, he provided restoration services and conducted mental health evaluations for incarcerated individuals across eight Arkansas counties.

Josh actively leads and participates in suicide prevention efforts statewide, including collaborating with lawmakers on initiatives like The Armory Project to reduce firearm suicides. He also supported the passage of Act 231 (HB1256), which facilitates provisional licensure for new Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduates an important step toward expanding Arkansas’ mental health workforce and improving access to care.

Fueled by personal loss, professional experience, and a passion for advocacy, Josh is committed to building a future where mental health education, compassionate support, and suicide prevention are within reach for everyone.