R. Renee Hernandez, PhD, LPC-S #73875, LMFT-S #202586, NCC, TBRI Educator, Executive Director of Programs and Services 512-246-4308 | renee.hernandez@starry.org R. Renee Hernandez is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (#73875) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor (#202586) who works as the Executive Director of Programs and Services at STARRY. Renee attended Texas State University…
Diana Plachowski, MSW, LMSW #111405 Supervised by: Ashleigh Gore, LCSW-S #51893 Wilco FAYS Team Supervisor 512-886-4617 | diana.plachowski@starry.org Diana Plachowski is STARRY’s Williamson County Team Supervisor. Diana received her Master’s in Social Work from Boston University, and is on track to pursue her LCSW. Diana worked for the SAFE Alliance in Austin (previously the…
Elizabeth Messer MA, LPC-S #75211, Wichita Falls FAYS Team Supervisor 940-276-1007 | elizabeth.messer@starry.org Buffy Messer is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor who currently works as the Team Supervisor at STARRY Wichita Falls. Buffy attended Texas Tech University and earned a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies – with an emphasis in Early…
Cari Latimer, MSW, LMSW #112321 Supervised by: Erica Baig, LCSW-S, #35397 Waco FAYS Team Supervisor 254-523-4596 | cari.latimer@starry.org Cari Latimer is STARRY’s Waco Team Supervisor. Cari received her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Texas – Arlington, and is pursuing her LCSW. She also holds a Master of Arts in Christian Education…
Elizabeth Solis, MSW, LMSW #109247, Fatherhood Team Supervisor 254-242-0047 | elizabeth.solis@starry.org Elizabeth Solis, is a Licensed Master of Social Work and has over ten years of experience working with families in various settings. She received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degree of Social Work from Tarleton State University. She has five years of combined experience…
Amber Chesser, MS, LPC #69425, NCC, Family Engagement Specialist Supervisor 512-246-4318 | amber.chesser@starry.org Amber Chesser, MS, LPC, NCC, is a counselor and parent coach with STARRY Family Preservation in Georgetown, Texas. She graduated from the University of Dallas with a BA in Psychology and Education and then completed her MS in Counseling at the…
Stefanie Linkenhoger, Chief of Staff | 512-281-6414 | stefanie.linkenhoger@starry.org I’m Stefanie Linkenhoger, and I’m honored to serve as the Chief of Staff at STARRY. With a journey spanning over a decade, I’ve had the privilege of wearing different hats across various departments within our agency. This incredible experience has allowed me to contribute to our…
Amanda Aguirre, Marketing and Communications Manager 512-246-4288 | amanda.aguirre@starry.org Amanda Aguirre is the Marketing and Communications Manager for STARRY. Amanda attended Baylor University and received her Bachelor’s of Business Administration in Marketing. She has worked in non-profit services for over 10 years in varying social services organizations and healthcare organizations. Amanda started working at…
Janice Burton, BBA, Director of Philanthropy | 512-886-4621 | janice.burton@starry.org Janice Burton is a passionate, mission-focused professional with over 30 years of business and nonprofit experience in Administration (finance and accounting), Program, and Development. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance from Middle Tennessee State University and is currently the Director…
Elizabeth Brothers, MS, LPC-S #77398, RPTTM, Senior Director of Family Support Services 254-307-3170 | beth.brothers@starry.org Elizabeth is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and Registered Play Therapist. Elizabeth attended Arizona State University, graduating as a Distinguished Graduate with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and a Minor in Human and Child Development. She received her…