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