Michelle, the owner of Mentoring Associates LLC, brings her personal experiences of fighting to be ahead while life seemed to throw rocks for her to stumble over. Michelle never sees her clients as a number but as someone like herself who just wanted to reach her goals in life.

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Education includes:

• Bachelor Degree in Psychology

• Master Degree in Adult Education

• Master Degree in Forensic Counseling

• Master Degree in Human and Social Services

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Lloyd, the Lead Case Manager, brings years of working with people to help them overcome adversity and advocate with them for a better future. 

Education Includes:

• Bachelors Degree in Sociology

• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration

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Dulce was born in Mexico, raised in Tucson, Arizona and moved to Tacoma, Washington in 2020. Professional background includes supporting individuals with mild to severe disabilities, community engagement, and cultural competency. Passions have always revolved around helping others and offering support to the community.

 

When not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, finding new coffee shops to try, and reading.

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Stefanie Carpenter is originally from California, and currently lives in Everett with her husband, dogs, and cats. She has both personal and professional experience as a caregiver for most of her life, working with seniors, folks with disabilities, and those in need. Hobbies include thrifting, playing guitar, going to concerts, playing with her dogs at the dog park, and creating art. She also runs her own small business making advocacy clothing. Helping others is the forefront of who she is and is so happy to be a part of this team at Mentoring Associates.