Leadership & Board of Directors
The Shelby County Children’s Advocacy Center is guided by a dedicated team of professionals and community leaders committed to protecting children and supporting families. Our staff and Board of Directors work together to ensure accountability, integrity, and excellence in service.
Leadership Team
Denise Merriman
Executive Director
Anna Register
Program Director / Forensic Interviewer
Jessica Landaverde
Clinical Supervisor
JaDe Miller
San Augustine County Coordinator
Marlene Hernandez
Family Advocate
Juana Valdez
Forensic Interviewer / Family Advocate
Courtney O’Rear
Program Services Specialist
Sarah Shires
Director of Operations
Valerie Warren
Administrative Assitant
Jenny Bartlett
Mental Health Provider
Deborah Kirkland
Mental Health Provider
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Facility Dog through Canine CompanionsBoard of Directors
Our Board of Directors provides oversight, governance, and community leadership to support the mission of the Shelby County Children’s Advocacy Center.
Executive Officers
Collin Mathews
President | Mathews Realty
Matt Snider
Vice President | Tomlin Insurance
Sharisse McAdams
Secretary | Community Member
Board Members
Denise Merriman
Executive Director
Tanner Peace
Next Gen
Karren Price
Shelby County District Attorney
Jennifer Claude
Employement
Dr. Keith Miller
HOPE Community Medicine
Anabell Emmons
SSBTX
Ann Grant
Community Member
Mike Hanson
Shelby County Sheriff’s Department Chief Deputy
Mike Jackson
San Augustine Community Representative