TEAM MEMBERS

Kristal Talmage, THW YPSS

Peer Support Specialist
Kristal is a Youth Peer Support Specialist, certified as a Peer Support Specialist (PSS) and Traditional Health Worker (THW). She brings valuable lived experience in mental health recovery, helping young parents and individuals involved with child welfare. Kristal’s empathetic approach empowers parents to advocate for their families and successfully navigate the child welfare system.

Latena Scott

Case Manager
Latena is a Case Manager who is deeply involved in BIPOC advocacy and disability rights. With personal insight into the challenges of the child welfare system, she brings a wealth of lived experience to her role. Latena’s dedication to social justice and her compassionate approach help families overcome systemic barriers, access resources, and work towards reunification and stability.

Michael Konkolis, AA, CRM 

Parent Mentor
Michael Konkolis is a Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) with lived experience in recovery and child welfare. Michael plays an active role in helping families rebuild stability and achieve reunification. His dedication to providing peer support and case management ensures that parents receive the advocacy and guidance they need to navigate their recovery journey successfully.

Jesus Gutierrez

Case Manager 
Jesús Gutiérrez is a Bilingual Case Manager leading our Spanish-speaking program. With lived experience in child welfare, incarceration, and addiction recovery, Jesús brings a unique perspective to his work. His dedication to cultural competence and community empowerment ensures that Spanish-speaking families receive the support and advocacy they need to navigate challenges and achieve their goals.

Suzi Dahlstedt, BS

Case Manager

Brian Nunley, CRM

Parent Peer Support

Dale Tilson, AA, CRM               

Certified Recovery Mentor &
Case Manager 

Dale Tilson is a Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) and Peer Support Specialist with experience in both mental health and substance use recovery. His work focuses on providing trauma-informed, culturally sensitive peer support to parents involved with child welfare. Dale is dedicated to helping families access the resources they need to achieve reunification and long-term stability.