| Jeremy Bost |
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| Jonathan Buffkin |
Seth Buffkin is a recent graduate of William and Mary and works in the fields of computer science, psychology, and education. He is passionate about equity, inclusion, diversity, and providing everyone the ability to elevate themselves in academics and in health. |
| Abigail Byram |
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| Vijender Chaitankar |
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| Sharon DeFonteny |
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| Mary Dereshiwsky |
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| Jeff Dowdy |
dowdyjl@vcu.edu |
| William Draves |
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| Betsy Flanagan |
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| Katie Francis, LCSW, CTRP-C, RPT-S |
Katie Francis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Registered Play Therapist -Supervisor™ (RPT-S ), and Certified Trauma Practitioner-Clinical (CTP-C). She has been working for ChildSavers for over 10 years providing outpatient therapy to children, teens and families. Katie is also the Program Manager for Mental Health Services Outpatient Program and Immediate Response program and provides clinical supervision to some of our staff. Katie has extensive training in providing trauma focused treatment to children, teens and families as well as training in the use of play, art, sand and attachment-based treatments. She has previously taught for the Play Therapy training courses on Group, Family and Filial work. Katie thoroughly enjoys supporting our community’s children and families by helping them to find healing and build resiliency through the use of play and expressive therapies. |
| Bruce Freer |
Bruce C. Freer received his BSEET from Youngstown State University in 1978.Bruce began his 40-year career with Allen-Bradley in 1979 as an Application Engineer and later moved to Product Marketing where he was responsible for the PLC-3 Product Line. In 1985, Bruce moved to Richmond, Va. as an Area Manager helping customers develop Automation Systems in the Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Pulp & Paper, Mining & Metals, and Marine Industries. These systems involved PLC/Automation Controllers, Safety Controllers, Safety Systems, Industrial Ethernet Switches & Networking, Operator Interface Devices, S.C.A.D.A software, Historian Software, PlantPAx DCS systems, Motion Systems, Vibration Monitoring, Industrial Computers, Industrial Thin Clients, Thin Client Management Software, and VMWare Virtual Servers. Bruce retired from Rockwell Automation in December 2019.
While working at Rockwell Automation, Bruce helped Dr. Klenke configure the first Industrial Automation Class at VCU in 2015 with six (6) workstations. In 2019, five (5) more workstations were added. |
| Zach Gibson, MA, LPC-S |
Zach Gibson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the Commonwealth of Virginia with over ten years of experience working with children and families. Zach works with an emphasis on play and expressive interventions and brings creativity to the therapy space in the form of handmade therapy tools, improv acting approaches, art techniques, and individualized therapy models that support clients from the perspective of their own interests and passions. Zach has provided therapy services in the Richmond Public School system for the past 4 school years and has a passion for collaboration across disciplines present in the academic setting. |
| Nancy Kent Smith |
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| Sally Klauss |
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| Jeff Kritzer |
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| Jeff MacDonald |
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| Rosemary McCracken |
Rosemary McCracken is a seasoned software and soft skills trainer with over 30 years of experience helping individuals and organizations build practical, real-world technology skills. Based in Richmond, Virginia, she has trained professionals in Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, InDesign, WordPress, and more, delivering both in-person and virtual sessions tailored to the needs of her clients. As a consultant, Rosemary specializes in designing customized training solutions that increase efficiency and boost confidence in workplace software. She is a graduate of James Madison University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Education, and is known for her engaging, adaptable teaching style and focus on real-time problem-solving. |
| Jadyn Morris |
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| Robert Nickles, LCSW, RPT-S |
Bob Nickles is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and a Registered Play Therapist -Supervisor™ (RPT-S )who lives and works in Richmond, VA. Bob has practiced clinical social work since 2009 with a variety of populations across the lifespan and especially enjoys seeing families find new ways to solve old problems. He presently serves as a school-based services manager with the non-profit agency, ChildSavers. Outside of work, Bob enjoys cooking, exercise, and theatre. |
| Derek O'Leary |
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| John Rutledge |
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| Cristina Sempe |
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| Josh Smith |
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| Boris Solomonov |
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| Yedda Stancil |
Yedda Stancil brings a rich tapestry of experience as a mindfulness meditation teacher, spiritual guide, and contemplative life seeker. She refers to herself as a "shunk" part shaman, part monk. Her journey has been marked by a deep commitment to integrating spiritual wisdom with practical mindfulness practices. Yedda's approach is rooted in creating sacred spaces where individuals can explore silence, stillness, and self-awareness.
With a background in corporate leadership, community health, and transformative engagement, Yedda combines her extensive knowledge in behavior change, mindfulness, and leadership development to foster environments of growth and well-being. Her vision for the InnerWork Center encapsulates a profound understanding of both organizational dynamics and the sacredness of space, honoring wisdom, spirituality, and empirical knowledge alike.
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| Javier Tibau Benitex |
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| Jodie Trana |
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| Shawn Utsey, PhD |
Shawn Utsey is a Professor of Psychology and Chair of the African American Studies Department at Virginia Commonwealth University. He received his B.A. in psychology from N.C. A&T S.U, his M.A. in rehabilitation counseling from New York University, and his Ph.D. from Fordham University. Dr. Utsey's research examines the influence of culture on the health and wellbeing of African Americans. |
| Marion Williams |
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