board of directors

As a Licensed Associate Counselor, Certified Career Life Coach and author, Crystal is passionate about seeing people healed through spiritual and mental health care that brings “life” and healthy functioning.

Crystal received her Bachelors degree in Communication Studies-Interpersonal and Public Speaking from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. She then studied at MidAmerica Nazarene University in Olathe, KS, receiving her Masters of Arts in Counseling.

Using the knowledge and experience she’s gained in the mental health field and nonprofit sector, Crystal’s mission is to be an advocate for those who need access to quality mental health care. 

In her fun time Crystal loves learning graphic designing and creative writing.

In her role as Board Chair, President/CEO and Director of Educates she leads board meetings, provides counseling and oversees the operational direction of the organization.

Kyle has passion in humanity's mental well-being. He has felt this has been neglected for generations, and with the ever-growing options, directions, and pressures of the world, it is all the more important for people to truly be confident with who they are and having healthy relationships with others. Kyle also brings with him a mathematical and analytical background, having a Bachelor's in Statistics from Eastern Washington University and Master's in Biostatistics from California State University-East Bay. 

In his fun time Kyle loves playing and watching sports.

In his role as Treasurer Kyle is the overseer of the finances  ensuring the organization is meeting its missional goals.

Chaffawn believes there is so much in life that can give joy. For her, it’s working with at-risk youth. Chaffawn is a dance teacher, a fitness instructor, and a program director for Youth for Christ. Her exciting journey started 4 years ago,Jan 1, 2018. She relocated from Kansas City to be a part of the youth work in South Seattle. As an individual artist her job is to create a creative space that supports youth and adults gifts, talents and hobbies. Chaffawn does this through a number of ways, most notably through a dynamic curriculum that ranges from leadership training and anti-drug and anti-violence sessions to creative outlets like creating her own music videos, teaching dance, fitness dance instructor, or honing public speaking skills and singing.  

She's charitable, teaching free workshops at Franklin High School,  Rainier Valley Leadership Academy, Cultured Dance Team, and so many other outlets for the community and schools. 

For Chaffawn being an artist is a gift but also an opportunity to bring peace and joy to people around her. 

 In her role as Secretary Chaffawn keeps meeting minutes and serves the organization with her fundraising experience.