Meet Our Team
Summary of Team (Full Bios Can Be Found Below)
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Administrative Team
Dr. Kelly Graves, Co-Founder and Director Lylan Wingfield, LPC, LCAS - Deputy Director Kelsey Manzi - Office Manager Sharon Harrison-Pope - Grants Manager (Contracted) David Miller - Finance Manager (Contracted) Clinical Services Team
Kristin Cheshire, LPC, LCAS - Clinical Team Leader Rachael Farlow - High Risk Mental Health Team Melanie Garner, MA - Advocate and Outcomes Coordinator Kelly Graves, PhD - Clinical Psychologist Jessi Matlock, MS, LPCA, NCC - Clinician Cynthia McSwain, MS, LPCA, NCC, CCTP - Clinical Team Leader Tybreisha Terry, LCSWA - Clinician Jaclyn Tyson, MSW, LCSWA - High Risk Mental Health Team Caleb Turmel, LPC - Clinical Team Leader Lylan Wingfield, LPC, LCAS - Clinical Team Leader Regina Alexander, LCSW (Contractor) Kathryn Beam, LPCA (Contractor) |
Victim Advocacy and Patient Navigation (Contractors)
Stephanie Johnson, MSW - Child and Family Advocate Angela Michos, BS - Child and Family Advocate Lisa Taylor, MSW - Child and Family Advocate Peer Support Team (Contractors)
Madonna Campbell-Greer, Certified Peer Support Specialist & Community Liaison 
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Regina Alexander
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Regina Alexander moved to Greensboro for college and decided to stick around. She received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Greensboro College and her Master of Social Work from the Joint MSW program through UNC-G and NC A&TSU. Regina is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience as both an outpatient and inpatient therapist. Her specializations include Co-occurring Disorders and Gender Therapy. When she is not in the office, Regina enjoys volunteering with her daughter's school and Girl Scout troop.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Regina Alexander moved to Greensboro for college and decided to stick around. She received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Greensboro College and her Master of Social Work from the Joint MSW program through UNC-G and NC A&TSU. Regina is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience as both an outpatient and inpatient therapist. Her specializations include Co-occurring Disorders and Gender Therapy. When she is not in the office, Regina enjoys volunteering with her daughter's school and Girl Scout troop.
Kathryn Beam
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Kathryn Beam grew up in Greensboro and earned her Master of Science degree in Couple and Family Counseling from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate and a National Certified Counselor, with a specific focus on Nondirective Play Therapy. She works to meet clients where they are in their journey and to join with them in their unique counseling experience. Kathryn uses Nondirective Play Therapy to provide an outlet for children to express their emotions through play. Much like talk therapy for adults, play therapy is a place where children can be authentic and engage with aspects of themselves that they may otherwise be unable to in their everyday lives. In her free time, Kathryn enjoys spending time with family and friends, arts and crafts projects, listening to live music, and visiting the mountains.
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Kathryn Beam grew up in Greensboro and earned her Master of Science degree in Couple and Family Counseling from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate and a National Certified Counselor, with a specific focus on Nondirective Play Therapy. She works to meet clients where they are in their journey and to join with them in their unique counseling experience. Kathryn uses Nondirective Play Therapy to provide an outlet for children to express their emotions through play. Much like talk therapy for adults, play therapy is a place where children can be authentic and engage with aspects of themselves that they may otherwise be unable to in their everyday lives. In her free time, Kathryn enjoys spending time with family and friends, arts and crafts projects, listening to live music, and visiting the mountains.
Madonna Campbell-Greer
Certified Peer Support Specialist & Community Liaison
Madonna Campbell-Greer is an Ohio native who moved to North Carolina when she was 10 years old. She’s called Greensboro home for the past 27 years and has enjoyed raising her family here. Madonna is a Certified North Carolina Peer Support Specialist who is experienced in delivering recovery based classes, support groups, and providing one on one peer support. As a nationally certified Mental Health First Aid instructor she offers trainings for both adults and youth, locally and state wide. After formerly serving as the Director of Recovery Initiatives at a local agency, she currently enjoys sharing with others the many paths to recovery. Madonna serves on the board of the Guilford County chapter of NAMI and is a facilitator for Crisis Intervention Training classes designed for first responders. In her spare time Madonna loves playing tennis, exercising, and traveling.
Certified Peer Support Specialist & Community Liaison
Madonna Campbell-Greer is an Ohio native who moved to North Carolina when she was 10 years old. She’s called Greensboro home for the past 27 years and has enjoyed raising her family here. Madonna is a Certified North Carolina Peer Support Specialist who is experienced in delivering recovery based classes, support groups, and providing one on one peer support. As a nationally certified Mental Health First Aid instructor she offers trainings for both adults and youth, locally and state wide. After formerly serving as the Director of Recovery Initiatives at a local agency, she currently enjoys sharing with others the many paths to recovery. Madonna serves on the board of the Guilford County chapter of NAMI and is a facilitator for Crisis Intervention Training classes designed for first responders. In her spare time Madonna loves playing tennis, exercising, and traveling.
Kristin Cheshire
Clinical Team Leader
Kristin Cheshire is a licensed professional counselor and licensed clinical addictions specialist with a passion for holistic treatment for individuals of all ages experiencing mental health and substance abuse challenges. Kristin received her bachelors in studio art and psychology and uses her talent for artistic expression as a supplement to her therapeutic interventions. Kristin realized her gift for healing in 2010 when she started working in a psychiatric inpatient hospital. At the hospital she worked with children- adults in crisis to help them recognize what was not working in their life and make changes to cope with life’s challenges. Kristin went back to pursue her master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling in 2011 and started studying the effects of trauma on the brain and the link to mental health and substance use disorders. Since then she has been working in several different settings to help people heal from the past, live in the present and look forward to the future. She believes that learning to truly love and forgive yourself is the key to living a fulfilling and purposeful life.
Clinical Team Leader
Kristin Cheshire is a licensed professional counselor and licensed clinical addictions specialist with a passion for holistic treatment for individuals of all ages experiencing mental health and substance abuse challenges. Kristin received her bachelors in studio art and psychology and uses her talent for artistic expression as a supplement to her therapeutic interventions. Kristin realized her gift for healing in 2010 when she started working in a psychiatric inpatient hospital. At the hospital she worked with children- adults in crisis to help them recognize what was not working in their life and make changes to cope with life’s challenges. Kristin went back to pursue her master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling in 2011 and started studying the effects of trauma on the brain and the link to mental health and substance use disorders. Since then she has been working in several different settings to help people heal from the past, live in the present and look forward to the future. She believes that learning to truly love and forgive yourself is the key to living a fulfilling and purposeful life.
Rachael Farlow
High Risk Mental Health Team
Rachael Farlow is a native of Greensboro, NC and received her Bachelor's Degree in Communication Studies from UNC-Chapel Hill. She worked in Sports Marketing for five years before changing careers out of an earnest desire to impact the lives of others. She received her Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UNC-G. Rachael works with clients who have a number of presenting concerns including trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions, and enjoys helping clients heal and grow. In her free time, Rachael is very active in her church and enjoys traveling, taking walks with friends, and reading books.
High Risk Mental Health Team
Rachael Farlow is a native of Greensboro, NC and received her Bachelor's Degree in Communication Studies from UNC-Chapel Hill. She worked in Sports Marketing for five years before changing careers out of an earnest desire to impact the lives of others. She received her Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UNC-G. Rachael works with clients who have a number of presenting concerns including trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions, and enjoys helping clients heal and grow. In her free time, Rachael is very active in her church and enjoys traveling, taking walks with friends, and reading books.
Melanie Garner
Advocate and Outcomes Coordinator
Melanie is a Greensboro native and received a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Psychology and Child and Family Studies from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. Melanie worked as a teacher for the past eleven years at Guilford Park Presbyterian Church and Guilford County Schools, with extensive experience working with children and families. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends. As an active member of her community, she volunteers with the Community Theater of Greensboro and the school system.
Advocate and Outcomes Coordinator
Melanie is a Greensboro native and received a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Psychology and Child and Family Studies from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. Melanie worked as a teacher for the past eleven years at Guilford Park Presbyterian Church and Guilford County Schools, with extensive experience working with children and families. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends. As an active member of her community, she volunteers with the Community Theater of Greensboro and the school system.
Dr. Kelly Graves
Director and Co-Founder
Born in Chicago, Dr. Graves is the co-founder and volunteer Director of the Kellin Foundation. She is a licensed psychologist in the state of North Carolina. Dr. Graves has extensive experience in working with community-based programs to bridge the gap between research and practice by developing systems that are data-driven, collaborative, culturally congruent, and individualized to meet the needs of the target population.
She is an accomplished researcher and has published dozens of books, book chapters, and journal articles on the topic of risk and resiliency among children exposed to violence and trauma across services systems. She has designed and implemented multiple local, state, and federal research programs that examine and enhance the implementation and delivery of services across multiple service settings. She is a consultant with the United States Department of Justice and was named of the Triad Business Journal 2015 Top 40 Leaders Under 40. She has won several national awards for her work in the areas of trauma and trauma-informed care.
Director and Co-Founder
Born in Chicago, Dr. Graves is the co-founder and volunteer Director of the Kellin Foundation. She is a licensed psychologist in the state of North Carolina. Dr. Graves has extensive experience in working with community-based programs to bridge the gap between research and practice by developing systems that are data-driven, collaborative, culturally congruent, and individualized to meet the needs of the target population.
She is an accomplished researcher and has published dozens of books, book chapters, and journal articles on the topic of risk and resiliency among children exposed to violence and trauma across services systems. She has designed and implemented multiple local, state, and federal research programs that examine and enhance the implementation and delivery of services across multiple service settings. She is a consultant with the United States Department of Justice and was named of the Triad Business Journal 2015 Top 40 Leaders Under 40. She has won several national awards for her work in the areas of trauma and trauma-informed care.
Sharon Harrison-Pope
Grants Manager
Sharon was born in Tennessee has lived in the Piedmont/Triad Area of North Carolina since she was 3 years old. Sharon holds her Bachelors of Science degree in Criminal Justice and is also a Certified Grants Specialist. In the past 25 years, Sharon has written and managed more than 20 million dollars in grant funded programs. Sharon is active in law enforcement peer support, various areas of community involvement and animal welfare.
Grants Manager
Sharon was born in Tennessee has lived in the Piedmont/Triad Area of North Carolina since she was 3 years old. Sharon holds her Bachelors of Science degree in Criminal Justice and is also a Certified Grants Specialist. In the past 25 years, Sharon has written and managed more than 20 million dollars in grant funded programs. Sharon is active in law enforcement peer support, various areas of community involvement and animal welfare.
Stephanie Johnson
Child and Family Advocate (CRI)
Stephanie Johnson is a native of Long Island, New York, and currently resides in Greensboro, NC. She has two adult children, Fatima and Tyron. Stephanie holds a Master’s degrees in Social Work from Stony Brook University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Community and Human Service from Empire State University. During her career, Stephanie has held several positions that have afforded her the vast knowledge of advocating for children and families. She brings over 10 years of extensive experience of providing community and mental health services to children and families; most recently as a Family Centered Specialist. Stephanie has always had a passion and a commitment for helping people. She has served on several related advisory councils and committees. She has previously worked as Director of Community Organizing for an at-risk youth agency, as a certified parent advocate, and she has done extensive volunteer work with victims of domestic violence. Stephanie loves being involved with the children at her church where she is the Youth Director. She is also an adjunct professor at Apex School of Theology’s Greensboro Site. Stephanie is excited to have the opportunity to blend her personal and professional experience with the Child Response Initiative team to continue advocating for, and empowering children and families so that they can enjoy the wonderful and safe lives they deserve.
Child and Family Advocate (CRI)
Stephanie Johnson is a native of Long Island, New York, and currently resides in Greensboro, NC. She has two adult children, Fatima and Tyron. Stephanie holds a Master’s degrees in Social Work from Stony Brook University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Community and Human Service from Empire State University. During her career, Stephanie has held several positions that have afforded her the vast knowledge of advocating for children and families. She brings over 10 years of extensive experience of providing community and mental health services to children and families; most recently as a Family Centered Specialist. Stephanie has always had a passion and a commitment for helping people. She has served on several related advisory councils and committees. She has previously worked as Director of Community Organizing for an at-risk youth agency, as a certified parent advocate, and she has done extensive volunteer work with victims of domestic violence. Stephanie loves being involved with the children at her church where she is the Youth Director. She is also an adjunct professor at Apex School of Theology’s Greensboro Site. Stephanie is excited to have the opportunity to blend her personal and professional experience with the Child Response Initiative team to continue advocating for, and empowering children and families so that they can enjoy the wonderful and safe lives they deserve.
Kelsey Manzi
Office Manager
Kelsey is currently studying Psychology at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She plans on attending graduate school after graduation from UNCG to obtain her Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. While she was born in Virginia, she has lived in Greensboro for the last ten years and calls it her home. Prior to working at the Kellin Foundation she had six years of experience working as an office assistant in various offices. She is passionate about mental health and is so happy to be able to work as an office manager in an environment that’s more closely related to the field she eventually wants to have her career in. In her free time she loves to read, spend time with her family and friends, volunteer in her community, and take her dog Milo for hikes.
Office Manager
Kelsey is currently studying Psychology at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She plans on attending graduate school after graduation from UNCG to obtain her Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. While she was born in Virginia, she has lived in Greensboro for the last ten years and calls it her home. Prior to working at the Kellin Foundation she had six years of experience working as an office assistant in various offices. She is passionate about mental health and is so happy to be able to work as an office manager in an environment that’s more closely related to the field she eventually wants to have her career in. In her free time she loves to read, spend time with her family and friends, volunteer in her community, and take her dog Milo for hikes.
Cynthia McSwain
Clinical Team Leader
Cynthia McSwain (MS, LPCA, NCC, CCTP) is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, National Certified Counselor, who is also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and Certified Anger Management Treatment Professional. She specializes in adults who have experienced sexual abuse and/or sexual assault. Cynthia graduated from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in 2014 with a MS in Clinical Mental Health. She has worked with clients with a diverse range of diagnosis including, but not limited to, Bipolar 1, Depression, Anxiety, Dissociate Identity Disorder, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Cynthia grew up in 7 countries and has resided in North Carolina since 2000. She advocates for the prevention, intervention and discontinuation of abuse for both humans and animals via social media, research, paintings, and public speaking. Cynthia empowers her clients with coping skills that match their style and daily schedules and has a dedication to working through the process of valuing self while healing from past and current challenges. Cynthia believes in empowerment for clients to move beyond just surviving, but so they can thrive.
Clinical Team Leader
Cynthia McSwain (MS, LPCA, NCC, CCTP) is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, National Certified Counselor, who is also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and Certified Anger Management Treatment Professional. She specializes in adults who have experienced sexual abuse and/or sexual assault. Cynthia graduated from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in 2014 with a MS in Clinical Mental Health. She has worked with clients with a diverse range of diagnosis including, but not limited to, Bipolar 1, Depression, Anxiety, Dissociate Identity Disorder, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Cynthia grew up in 7 countries and has resided in North Carolina since 2000. She advocates for the prevention, intervention and discontinuation of abuse for both humans and animals via social media, research, paintings, and public speaking. Cynthia empowers her clients with coping skills that match their style and daily schedules and has a dedication to working through the process of valuing self while healing from past and current challenges. Cynthia believes in empowerment for clients to move beyond just surviving, but so they can thrive.
Jessi Matlock
Clinician
Jessi earned her Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate and works as the Victim Services Coordinator at the Kellin Foundation to serve both English and Spanish speaking communities. Jessi's clinical experiences include working with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with a variety of life circumstances such as trauma, depression, anxiety, and acculturation. Jessi works with clients collaboratively to determine counseling goals to achieve holistic wellness. Jessi uses Play Therapy when working with children to provide the space children need to process their experiences and emotions through play. Jessi uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness practices when working with adolescents and adults to identify patterns between a client's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Jessi values meeting client's where they are in their journey and hopes to provide a safe place to clients to achieve wellness.
Clinician
Jessi earned her Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate and works as the Victim Services Coordinator at the Kellin Foundation to serve both English and Spanish speaking communities. Jessi's clinical experiences include working with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with a variety of life circumstances such as trauma, depression, anxiety, and acculturation. Jessi works with clients collaboratively to determine counseling goals to achieve holistic wellness. Jessi uses Play Therapy when working with children to provide the space children need to process their experiences and emotions through play. Jessi uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness practices when working with adolescents and adults to identify patterns between a client's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Jessi values meeting client's where they are in their journey and hopes to provide a safe place to clients to achieve wellness.
Angela Michos
Child and Family Advocate
Angela Michos is a Child & Family Advocate with CRI. She is fluent in Spanish and has extensive experience in the legal, human services, and behavioral health fields. Originally from New York, Angela holds a B.A. in Spanish language from Marist College and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Paralegal Studies from Duke University. She is currently pursuing her Masters in Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a focus in trauma, addiction, and integrated care. While in New York, Angela spent several years working in immigration law as a paralegal and interpreter. Upon moving to North Carolina, she began working at a local nonprofit organization serving immigrants and refugees as a case manager, paralegal, court advocate, and victim services provider. She later went on to work in the inpatient therapy department at a nationally accredited drug and alcohol treatment facility. Angela received her Victim Service Practitioner certification through NCVAN in 2017. She is a member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and the Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC). She is involved in community education and advocacy efforts in response to the national opioid epidemic. In her spare time, Angela enjoys trail running, gardening, playing instruments with friends, and hiking with her dog Boone.
Child and Family Advocate
Angela Michos is a Child & Family Advocate with CRI. She is fluent in Spanish and has extensive experience in the legal, human services, and behavioral health fields. Originally from New York, Angela holds a B.A. in Spanish language from Marist College and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Paralegal Studies from Duke University. She is currently pursuing her Masters in Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a focus in trauma, addiction, and integrated care. While in New York, Angela spent several years working in immigration law as a paralegal and interpreter. Upon moving to North Carolina, she began working at a local nonprofit organization serving immigrants and refugees as a case manager, paralegal, court advocate, and victim services provider. She later went on to work in the inpatient therapy department at a nationally accredited drug and alcohol treatment facility. Angela received her Victim Service Practitioner certification through NCVAN in 2017. She is a member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and the Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC). She is involved in community education and advocacy efforts in response to the national opioid epidemic. In her spare time, Angela enjoys trail running, gardening, playing instruments with friends, and hiking with her dog Boone.
Lisa Taylor
Child and Family Advocate
Born in New Jersey, Lisa Taylor relocated to Greensboro, North Carolina to continue her education. Lisa obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from A&T State University and then pursued her Master’s in Social Work Degree from the University of South Carolina, Columbia.
As a Child and Family Advocate her style encompasses an integrative approach with clients. Her unique approach with clients also incorporates principles which help individuals gain a deeper understanding of their emotional patterns and increase the use of mindfulness in their daily lives. Her responsibilities as an advocate include helping clients who have been exposed to violence and trauma find behavioral health services and community resources with local partners as needed. Her ultimate vision is to empower, strengthen, guide, and equip individuals with integrity, identity, and self-sufficiency in order to build their self-esteem.
Child and Family Advocate
Born in New Jersey, Lisa Taylor relocated to Greensboro, North Carolina to continue her education. Lisa obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from A&T State University and then pursued her Master’s in Social Work Degree from the University of South Carolina, Columbia.
As a Child and Family Advocate her style encompasses an integrative approach with clients. Her unique approach with clients also incorporates principles which help individuals gain a deeper understanding of their emotional patterns and increase the use of mindfulness in their daily lives. Her responsibilities as an advocate include helping clients who have been exposed to violence and trauma find behavioral health services and community resources with local partners as needed. Her ultimate vision is to empower, strengthen, guide, and equip individuals with integrity, identity, and self-sufficiency in order to build their self-esteem.
Tybreisha Terry
Clinician
Tybreisha Terry is a Licenced Clinical Social Worker Associate. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke and her MSW from the Joint Master of Social Work Program at North Carolina A&T State University and the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She has had great experience working in both and integrated care and academic settings, as well as substance abuse treatment. Tybreisha has experience with providing individual therapy and group interventions for individuals ranging from childhood through adulthood of diverse backgrounds. Tybreisha uses solution focused therapy, CBT, and a narrative approach when working with individuals who are working through the trauma that they have experienced. Tybreisha enjoys using a strength based approach to assist clients in identifying sources of support, personal strengths, and developing resiliency.
Clinician
Tybreisha Terry is a Licenced Clinical Social Worker Associate. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke and her MSW from the Joint Master of Social Work Program at North Carolina A&T State University and the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She has had great experience working in both and integrated care and academic settings, as well as substance abuse treatment. Tybreisha has experience with providing individual therapy and group interventions for individuals ranging from childhood through adulthood of diverse backgrounds. Tybreisha uses solution focused therapy, CBT, and a narrative approach when working with individuals who are working through the trauma that they have experienced. Tybreisha enjoys using a strength based approach to assist clients in identifying sources of support, personal strengths, and developing resiliency.
Jaclyn Tyson
High Risk Mental Health Team
Jaclyn Tyson is a licensed clinical social worker associate. Originally from New Jersey, Jackie received her BA in Sociology from New Jersey City University, and her Master’s in Social Work from Rutgers University. She has years of experience working with communities, families, and individuals in the field of substance abuse prevention and maternal health. She also is an adjunct professor at Bennett College. Jackie utilizes her knowledge in public health and social work to provide an integrative framework in her approach with clients. She is excited to be working with individuals and families as they become empowered and heal from their trauma. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and continuing to learn.
High Risk Mental Health Team
Jaclyn Tyson is a licensed clinical social worker associate. Originally from New Jersey, Jackie received her BA in Sociology from New Jersey City University, and her Master’s in Social Work from Rutgers University. She has years of experience working with communities, families, and individuals in the field of substance abuse prevention and maternal health. She also is an adjunct professor at Bennett College. Jackie utilizes her knowledge in public health and social work to provide an integrative framework in her approach with clients. She is excited to be working with individuals and families as they become empowered and heal from their trauma. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and continuing to learn.
Caleb Turmel
Clinical Team Leader
Caleb Turmel is a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience in solution focused counseling and case management developed while working at an inpatient psychiatric hospital in Winston Salem. Caleb is skilled in using trauma informed care techniques and Dialictical Behavior Therapy for helping clients make real changes and heal from past trauma. Caleb originally moved to Greensboro in 2008 to attend UNC Greensboro for his undergraduate degree, and has stayed in Greensboro ever since. Caleb has a BS in Environmental Biology and an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from NC A&T State University. Caleb believes in being a life long learner, and enjoys learning new skills and concepts every day.
Clinical Team Leader
Caleb Turmel is a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience in solution focused counseling and case management developed while working at an inpatient psychiatric hospital in Winston Salem. Caleb is skilled in using trauma informed care techniques and Dialictical Behavior Therapy for helping clients make real changes and heal from past trauma. Caleb originally moved to Greensboro in 2008 to attend UNC Greensboro for his undergraduate degree, and has stayed in Greensboro ever since. Caleb has a BS in Environmental Biology and an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from NC A&T State University. Caleb believes in being a life long learner, and enjoys learning new skills and concepts every day.
Lylan Wingfield
Deputy Director and Clinical Team Leader
Lylan Wingfield is a WV native that moved to the "big" city of Greensboro 11 years ago. She received her Bachelors of Arts in Sociology/Anthropology and Psychology from Washington and Lee University, and her Masters in Community Counseling from the University of North Carolina - Greensboro. Mrs. Wingfield has years of experience working in the field of community mental health and addictions counseling in local non-profit agencies. She specializes in working with adolescents and adults facing co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns. She loves helping individuals and families to find and develop their own path for recovery and success. In her free time, Mrs. Wingfield spends time with her family and their rambunctious dogs, exploring local hiking trails, and traveling.
Deputy Director and Clinical Team Leader
Lylan Wingfield is a WV native that moved to the "big" city of Greensboro 11 years ago. She received her Bachelors of Arts in Sociology/Anthropology and Psychology from Washington and Lee University, and her Masters in Community Counseling from the University of North Carolina - Greensboro. Mrs. Wingfield has years of experience working in the field of community mental health and addictions counseling in local non-profit agencies. She specializes in working with adolescents and adults facing co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns. She loves helping individuals and families to find and develop their own path for recovery and success. In her free time, Mrs. Wingfield spends time with her family and their rambunctious dogs, exploring local hiking trails, and traveling.
Current and Past Student Interns
Brenna Farley (2019) -Louisiana State
Rachael Farlow (2018-2019) - University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Claire Boykiw (2017-2018) - University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Katie Catton (2016-2017) - University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Annia Cuebas Colon (2015-2017) - University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Ashlyn Markosky (2017) - Elon University
Eileen Martin (2016-2017) - University of New England
Jessi Matlock (2017-2018) - University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Amber Molson (2016-2017) - North Carolina Central University
Meghann Wilkens (2017) - Western New Mexico University
Rachael Farlow (2018-2019) - University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Claire Boykiw (2017-2018) - University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Katie Catton (2016-2017) - University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Annia Cuebas Colon (2015-2017) - University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Ashlyn Markosky (2017) - Elon University
Eileen Martin (2016-2017) - University of New England
Jessi Matlock (2017-2018) - University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Amber Molson (2016-2017) - North Carolina Central University
Meghann Wilkens (2017) - Western New Mexico University
In Memory Of
Lindy Beauregard, QFE
Mrs. Lindy Beauregard, who was a fearless and passionate advocate for children and families in Greensboro, North Carolina. Lindy was an inspiration to all who knew her and believed that all children deserve to live and thrive in safe, nurturing environments. She was a firm believer in the beauty and wonder of childhood.
Lindy is the "LIN" in Kellin. Her presence and strength continues to radiate throughout the Kellin Foundation. Lindy gained her wings on December 19, 2013, 3 months after the Kellin Foundation was officially established. Thank you Lindy for your life and legacy.
Mrs. Lindy Beauregard, who was a fearless and passionate advocate for children and families in Greensboro, North Carolina. Lindy was an inspiration to all who knew her and believed that all children deserve to live and thrive in safe, nurturing environments. She was a firm believer in the beauty and wonder of childhood.
Lindy is the "LIN" in Kellin. Her presence and strength continues to radiate throughout the Kellin Foundation. Lindy gained her wings on December 19, 2013, 3 months after the Kellin Foundation was officially established. Thank you Lindy for your life and legacy.
Mandy Ireland Ward, MA
Mandy Ward graduated with a Master's in Sociology with a Criminology concentration from the
University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Mrs. Ward worked for Kellin, PLLC and the Kellin Foundation
serving as a Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainer, as project coordinator and client navigator for the
Greensboro HEALS project, and as a child and family advocate with the Greensboro Child Response
Initiative (CRI). Mrs. Ward had a wide-range of experience working with community-based programs and law enforcement agencies doing program evaluation, training and technical assistance, and program implementation primarily focused on evidence based practices, trauma-informed care, and ways to increase successful outcomes
among young people. In her free time, Mandy enjoyed being outdoors, running, and spending time with
her husband, family, and friends. Mandy gained her wings on October 1, 2016, when delivering her 7 month old beautiful baby girl, Ava Lynn. Mandy will be missed dearly and will forever be a part of the Kellin family.
Mandy Ward graduated with a Master's in Sociology with a Criminology concentration from the
University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Mrs. Ward worked for Kellin, PLLC and the Kellin Foundation
serving as a Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainer, as project coordinator and client navigator for the
Greensboro HEALS project, and as a child and family advocate with the Greensboro Child Response
Initiative (CRI). Mrs. Ward had a wide-range of experience working with community-based programs and law enforcement agencies doing program evaluation, training and technical assistance, and program implementation primarily focused on evidence based practices, trauma-informed care, and ways to increase successful outcomes
among young people. In her free time, Mandy enjoyed being outdoors, running, and spending time with
her husband, family, and friends. Mandy gained her wings on October 1, 2016, when delivering her 7 month old beautiful baby girl, Ava Lynn. Mandy will be missed dearly and will forever be a part of the Kellin family.