Monica Faulkner, Ph.D. LMSW, Director
“When I sit back and look at everything we have done in nine years, I feel immensely proud, not of the volume of the work, but the impact that we… Read more »
Beth Gerlach, Ph.D., LCSW, Associate Director
“I love that TXICFW embraces a team approach to research and program development. I think one reason our institute is successful is because we collaborate, communicate, and support one another.”… Read more »
Barbara Ball, Ph.D., LPC-AT, Research Scientist
“I am passionate about developing and coordinating research and programs at the community level so that children and youth have the opportunity to develop positive relationships, succeed academically and live… Read more »
Jolynne Batchelor, Ph.D., LCSW, Research Associate
“I’m very happy to be working among amazing scholars who share my social work values and where everyone is dedicated to advancing compassionate practice and research with the most vulnerable… Read more »
Tina Adkins, Ph.D., Research Assistant Professor
Dr. Tina Adkins is a Research Assistant Professor with the Texas Institute for Child & Family Wellbeing and is also the Director of the Sue Fairbanks Psychoanalytic Academy. Dr. Adkins… Read more »
Laura Marra, MSSW, Research Director
“It’s exciting to come to work every day knowing that I am part of a dynamic team that values the work we do.” Laura oversees research design, implementation, and program… Read more »
Shannon Mann-Butler, MSSW, MAC, Program & Training Director
“I have a passion for helping people and nonprofit organizations to maximize strengths and opportunities, and to thrive in an environment of change.” Shannon is the Program & Training… Read more »
Kate McKerlie, MSSW, MPH, Communications Director
“We are a collaborative team here at TXICFW. We utilize each other’s strengths and support each other through opportunities for growth while always striving towards a shared vision of promoting… Read more »
Aisol Ostos, MBA, Operations Director
“I’m proud to be part of a group who’s passionate about their mission. This team only continues to grow. My goal is to ensure our growth continues while efficiently fulfilling… Read more »
Swetha Nulu, MPH, Assistant Director of Research
“It’s exciting to work with staff who are passionate about applying innovative strategies to improve community health.” Swetha conducts program evaluation activities, which include study design, data analysis, report writing,… Read more »
Anna Wasim, LMSW, Research Coordinator
“I really enjoy how our team approaches complex topics with a spirit of creative problem-solving and critical thinking. It’s a privilege to join a team that is committed to quality,… Read more »
Kaitlyn Doerge, MSSW, Research Coordinator
“I love that the Institute focuses on a range of issues that impact health and social outcomes for children and families – from early adversity and child abuse prevention to… Read more »
Corey Granstrand, Research Operations Coordinator
“I am honored to be part of a team with a mission that matters. My goal is to keep the day-to-day operations of the Institute humming so that our research… Read more »
Tymothy Belseth, MA, Research Coordinator
“I’m on a quest to find the formula for success for children and youth in foster care, and I know that TXICFW will make enormous contributions in improving the foster… Read more »
Samantha Zuniga Thompson, LCSW-S, Program Specialist
“I’m excited to work in a place that values and promotes the integration of research into social work practice. TXICFW understands the importance of supporting clinicians in providing effective and… Read more »
Stephanie Holmes, LMSW, Program Specialist
“I couldn’t be prouder to work amongst these scholars and masters of their craft. We are humbly working toward a greater good for children and families involved in circumstances often… Read more »
Sharon Hoefer, MSSW, TFYHI Project Manager
“I am thrilled to be part of the TXICFW team’s commitment to producing meaningful work that directly contributes to the well-being of families and communities.” Sharon Hoefer has worked directly… Read more »
Ana Vidina Hernández, MSSW, MA, Program Coordinator
“I appreciate the care, thoughtfulness, and compassion that everyone at TXICFW brings to their work. I am excited to be a part of an institute that values research-practice connections and… Read more »
Cassandra Mendoza, MA, Curriculum & Training Specialist
“I am developing ‘The TX Social Work Child Welfare Academy,’ the capacity building arm of the Texas Permanency Outcomes Project in an effort to improve the safety, permanency, and wellbeing… Read more »
Christopher Ayala, Communications Specialist
“It’s a privilege to be able to work for an institute with a team that is so passionate and strives for the wellbeing of children and families through research. My… Read more »
Alix Mammina, Communications Specialist
“I’m honored to play a part in amplifying the work done at TXICFW to create safer, healthier communities for kids and families.” Alix Mammina is a Communications Specialist at the… Read more »