Meet Our Staff
Mental Health America of Central Carolinas (MHA) is committed to making diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging part of everything we do—from how we work together to how we serve our community together.
Our team brings a wide range of professional expertise, lived experience, backgrounds, and perspectives to our work. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
We are committed to improving mental wellness and stronger communities.
Leadership & Administration
Ericka Ellis-Stewart
Executive Director
Caren Loftin
Executive Assistant
Clinical Services & Mental Health Navigation
Megan Bryant, MS, LCMHC, LCAS-A
Counseling Center Clinical Director
Mariel Vasquez
Mental Health Navigator
ParentVOICE & Family Support
Barbara Baker
ParentVOICE Program Manager
Shaunte Dickson
ParentVOICE Family Partner
Tavarris Metters
ParentVOICE Family Partner
Nautica McCoy
ParentVOICE Family Partner Navigator
Valery Palacios
ParentVOICE Family Partner Navigator
Community Impact & Education
Angela Garlins
Community Impact Program Manager
Katrina Boyette, MA
Community Impact Program Assistant
Tatiana Leon
Community Educator, Youth Partnerships
Yeferline Gomez
Community Educator, Latino Outreach
Ashlyn Pemberton
Community Education, Team Lead
Shirley McConnell
Cabarrus Program Specialist -Specializing in Older Adults
Development
Kerri Seagraves
Development Support Specialist
Contract Professional
Maria Johnson
Development Consultant