Meet Our Team

Barbara Kampa, MSW

Barbara Kampa, MSW

Chief Executive Officer / Executive Director

 574-855-0203
 bkampa@rhymeandreason.net

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Barbara’s passion for advocacy and entrepreneurial drive are instrumental in leading the inception and development of R&R. Her heart is to help those with special needs and at-risk behaviors know their value and purpose. She has 40 years of experience as a sole proprietor and working with all ages as an educator and clinician. Barbara works one-on-one with her clients to maximize their ability, using therapeutic models that incorporate compassion, trusting relationships and meaningful activities. Her areas of expertise include behavior management for the developmentally disabled, attachment disorders, trauma recovery, relationship difficulties, stress/anger management, and how nutrition affects our moods.

Samantha Kiefer

Samantha Kiefer

Director of Waiver Services

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Andrew Kaser, BA

Andrew Kaser, BA

Director of Social Program & Events

 574-360-1357
akaser@rhymeandreason.net

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Katie Herzeg, M.S. Ed

Katie Herzeg, M.S. Ed

Human Resource Manager

574-607-5597
kherzeg@rhymeandreason.net

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Katie has a passion to help individuals of all ages with developmental disabilities and mental health disorders live the most independent, quality life possible. She considers it a blessing to work for a faith-based organization and connect with her clients by using Trust-based Relationship Intervention® strategies. Katie has over 20 years of experience working with children and families in the field of education and case management. Her areas of expertise includes Autism, Down Syndrome, Mental Health Disorders, Dementia/Alzheimer’s and individuals with a history of trauma, abuse and neglect.

Valerie Engel

Valerie Engel

Payroll Administrator

574-514-4777
vengel@rhymeandreason.net

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Hope Kampa

Hope Kampa

Graphic Design & Marketing Specialist / Administrative Assistant

574-485-7060
hkampa@rhymeandreason.net

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Behavior Clinicians

Teena Bickerstaff, MSW

Teena Bickerstaff, MSW

 507-951-6363
tbickerstaff@rhymeandreason.net

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Teena has always had a passion for helping others, especially those with unique challenges. She comes to us with 20 years of experience working with victims of domestic violence and people suffering from various mental diagnoses. She has spent the last 7 years assisting children and families in rebuilding and maintaining relationships after life-changing events. Teena feels blessed to work for a faith-based company where it is expressed that God truly is the source of peace and purpose.

Angie Champ, M.S.

Angie Champ, M.S.

 574-276-9744
achamp@rhymeandreason.net

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Angie discovered her passion for psychology, brain development, and helping others in High School, and has devoted her life since then to helping others with all manner of challenges. She finds it fulfilling and rewarding making even a small difference while helping others. Angie specializes in working with disadvantaged and marginalized youth and their families. She believes in the mission of R&R and fulfills her calling as a Behavior Clinician, helping others become their best selves.

Ray Ehiowemwenguan, MA

Ray Ehiowemwenguan, MA

347-849-3613
rehiowemwenguan@rhymeandreason.net

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Sabree Freeman

Sabree Freeman

574-210-7284
sfreeman@rhymeandreason.net

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Courtney Lane, MSW

Courtney Lane, MSW

574-876-8697
clane@rhymeandreason.net

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Courtney’s passion to see individuals with disabilities and children in foster care pursue their dreams inspires her to support R&R’s programs that increase adaptive behavioral function. Courtney draws upon her knowledge of human behavior in the social environment to lead activities that help participants connect and socialize with each other, increasing good mood and self-esteem. Courtney incorporates her love of cooking, creative arts, and the outdoors to facilitate skill-building opportunities and engage clients in following their dreams. Courtney has over 20 years of experience working with developmental disabilities and mental health issues. Her areas of expertise are Autism, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, Traumatic Brain Injuries, Reactive Attachment Disorder, and Suicide Assessment and Management.

Courtney Marek, MS

Courtney Marek, MS

574-520-9138
cmarek@rhymeandreason.net

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Sarah Ressler, MSW, LCSW

Sarah Ressler, MSW, LCSW

 574-329-8734
 sressler@rhymeandreason.net

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Sarah strives to help people of all ages and with various disabilities live their best lives possible. She has 15 years of experience working with adults and children in the fields of medical social work, case management, and behavior therapy. Sarah uses a variety of techniques, including strengths-based interventions, cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, and motivational interviewing. Her areas of expertise include Autism, depression, anxiety, Dementia/Alzheimer’s, and kidney failure, including end of life care. She finds working for a faith-based company a blessing and a breath of fresh air.

Stacey Schavey, MSW

Stacey Schavey, MSW

 574-274-9393
sschavey@rhymeandreason.net

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Autumn Smith, M.A. Ed

Autumn Smith, M.A. Ed

(574) 952-5273
asmith@rhymeandreason.net

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Autumn has over 20 years of experience advocating and implementing early intervention strategies for families with developmental disabilities and mental health disorders. Her areas of expertise include play-based therapy, behavior management, attachment disorders, Autism, Down Syndrome, Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing (HOH), as well as individuals with a history of trauma, abuse, and neglect. She feels blessed to work for a faith-based company that strives to have a greater capacity of purpose to serve others’ needs. Autumn loves spending time with her four daughters, fiancé, and dog Tai. She enjoys the outdoors, the beach to rejuvenate and relax, riding bikes, photography, and walking her dog. She is a proud parent of two hard-of-hearing children, one of whom has Autism. Autumn says her children have driven her passion to work in this field.

Vanessa Walker, M.S.

Vanessa Walker, M.S.

 (808) 294-2800
vwalker@rhymeandreason.net

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Vanessa has a passion for helping others in any way she can. Discovering her interest in psychology in high school, she went on to get a Master of Science in psychology and is currently working on a PhD in clinical psychology. Her experience working with individuals that have behavioral challenges started 5 years ago. She has expertise in ADHD, intermittent explosive disorder, schizophrenia, Autism, bipolar disorder, Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. The diversity of the individuals that R&R serves as well as the mission drive her work as a Behavior Clinician. She enjoys relaxing, reading, and learning new things.

Destanie Winkelman

Destanie Winkelman

574-248-5050
dwinkelman@rhymeandreason.net

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Emilee Yakym, MA

Emilee Yakym, MA

574-210-4134
eyakym@rhymeandreason.net

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