Chelsea is a graduate student at The University of Texas at Arlington School of Social Work. Her education and career have always focused on her passion for supporting and empowering family systems. She uses her growing knowledge and skill set to inform services, to support, and to guide families through the Carson’s Village process.
“I am dedicated to meeting families with empathy, identifying their needs, and advocating for them to ensure those needs are met.”
Born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, Cristina has always had a heart for helping people. She started working with adolescents and families at the age of 19, and she knew it was going to be her life calling. She received her Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies, while she worked as a case manager with homeless youth in the high school setting. She knew that she wanted to do more, and ultimately obtained her Masters in Social Worker from Arizona State University in 2015.
She has worked in crisis response, school social work, and has experience as a bereaved parent after losing her firstborn son. She has a passion to help people, particularly in crisis response and navigating resources to get families connected. Her hope for being an advocate at Carsons Village is to help people feel supported as they walk through their grief journey and that they never feel alone.
Hannah K. is from Queens, New York, and has lived most of her life in New York and CT. She spent 4 years in Dallas, Texas, and graduated with her bachelor’s degree from the University of North Texas. She graduated from Fordham University with her master’s in social work.
Hannah is passionate about meeting new clients where they are and employing a strengths-based perspective in her work. She has previously worked in crisis intervention and individual therapy. Hannah is an animal lover and has 3 cats and a dog. She also loves to volunteer, has worked in wildlife rehabilitation, and currently mentors a middle school girl.
Born and raised in Houston, Texas, Grace obtained her bachelor’s degree, in criminal justice, from Sam Houston State University. She then went on to obtain her Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Houston. Married with three kids, Grace deeply understands the importance of family. Through Grace’s education and career history, she has been able to nurture her love of people and service to others.
Grace’s social work background includes work in crisis management, the foster care & adoption system healthcare, and mental health. This is the second time Grace has worked for a nonprofit, and she is passionate about all having access to resources. Grace hopes to use her personal and professional history in loss and grief to support families through advocacy. Grace’s motivation is to impact as many lives as possible during her time with Caron’s Village, and she is ready to assist in creating a village of support for all families she has the pleasure of interacting with.
Jayne is a licensed social worker based in Brooklyn, NY. She holds an MSW from Columbia University and a BA in Psychology from Barnard College.
Jayne has worked as the unit social worker for the Neonatal and Pediatric Intensive Care Units at a Children’s Hospital, in school social work, and as a therapist. She is dedicated to supporting parents and families as they navigate difficult times.
When she’s not working, Jayne loves to sing jazz, run with her dogs, and play board games.
Letriece was born and raised in San Diego, CA and recently moved to the Greater Houston, TX area. She is passionate about helping others through service. Letriece leads with compassion and empathy, creating a comfortable, safe, and inviting space for those she encounters.
Letriece is licensed as an Associate Clinical Social Worker in California. She has a bachelor’s degree in Child Development and a master’s degree in Social Work. Throughout her career, she has worked with diverse populations, including children, adults, and families, especially those in BIPOC and unhoused communities. Her professional experience includes case management, child development, outpatient behavioral health, group therapy facilitation, community outreach, veterans, and homelessness.
Letriece has a strong foundation in addressing trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and self-esteem. She aims to bridge the gap in access to services and comes with a wealth of knowledge, resources, and experience to support your bereavement.
Alisha recently moved to California from Kentucky to start an exciting Veterinary Social Work (VSW) career. She received her Master of Science in Social Work from Spalding University. She rapidly saw the value of social workers in the medical industry and their ability to show compassion and support to patients at their most vulnerable when working at the VA hospital in Kentucky.
As a proactive part of the veterinary healthcare team, a VSW specializes in issues including mourning, grief, and end-of-life decisions. Alisha’s present position as a VSW enables her to offer pet parents resources and grief support in addition to being an understanding ear. Alisha is thrilled to be a part of Carson’s Village as an Advocate, offering assistance to let individuals know they are not alone in this journey and to make them feel supported as they go through their grieving process.
Dominique S is a dedicated Advocate with Carson’s Village, bringing over 9 years of experience in Social Work to her role. Her passion lies in advocating for children and families, ensuring they receive the support and care they need, especially during challenging times. Throughout her career, Dominique has developed a deep understanding of the unique needs of families and strives to offer compassionate guidance and practical assistance. She is proud to be part of the Carson’s Village team, where her goal is to make a meaningful impact by supporting families when they need it most.
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