Allison Roper

Allison Roper is a seasoned professional in public health and mental health services, currently serving as a Principal Investigator for the City of Austin since February 2020, where the focus is on developing and managing the First Responders Mental Health Program for the Austin Police Department. Previously, from May 2015 to July 2019, Allison Roper owned a small business at SunstoneFIT - North Hills Center. With extensive experience at the US Department of Health and Human Services from July 2004 to May 2015, Allison Roper held various roles including Public Health Advisor and Division Director, overseeing program development and implementation. Earlier work experience includes roles as a Public Health Analyst, managing grants at the Office of Population Affairs, and as a Therapist for foster care youth at the National Center for Children and Families. Allison Roper holds a Master of Science in Social Work from The University of Texas at Austin and a Bachelor of Arts from The Evergreen State College.