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 Companions

Board 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