About Our Team

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An exciting announcement coming soon regarding – President and CEO of Innovative Alternatives, Inc., a nonprofit agency that serves our community through mediation and counseling programs.

Ryan Corn

In 2010, Ryan started volunteering with Innovative Alternatives helping in the finance department.

In 2011, Ryan was approached by leadership about a job opening. He accepted a position as Billing and Credentialing Coordinator.

In 2013, Ryan was promoted to Office Manager and IT Liaison while still representing the agency as Billing and Credentialing Coordinator.

In 2019, Ryan was promoted to Director of Operations.

In 2024, Ryan earned the honor and privilege of becoming IA’s Vice President & COO.

Ryan has over 15 years of managerial and administrative experience. He performs daily accounting and insurance-related activities to meet the facility’s billing demands, maintains office services by organizing office operations and procedures, collects and processes significant amounts of verification and accreditation information, and thus must constantly maintain and update accurate databases for both practitioners and facilities and more.

He sees internal and external customers not as people to satisfy but simply as people. He doesn’t see customers as numbers. They’re real people who have real needs. And he gains a real sense of fulfillment and purpose from taking care of those needs.

Debbie Corn

When I came to IA in 2008 I was lost and in need of a miracle. It seemed everywhere I looked there was sadness and hurt. God knew exactly what I needed. I needed to see and experience miracles first hand. A young person came to IA and I remember thinking to myself, this child will never survive this kind of hurt and I was so fearful I would hear they had taken their life. After a few months of counseling at IA this broken child walked into the waiting room one day with the biggest smile on their face and head raised high. I had my miracle and this child is only one of many that IA has helped become survivors. This is the reason I love IA and will always be a part of this place where miracles do happen and hope is a phone call away no matter what time it is.

Jacquelyn Poteet

Jacquelyn has acquired over 10 years experience working in various settings including outpatient clinics, residential treatment centers, and schools. She specializes in addressing blended families, trauma, abuse, self-harm, and parenting issues.

As a counselor, my goal is to help you think better so that you feel better and can be better! I believe that through hard work, motivation, dedication and most importantly support, we can do anything.

LaQuondra is certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy, specifically designed for clients experiencing post traumatic stress. She has experience working with anxiety, major depression, bipolar disorder, relationship restoration, career exploration, amongst many other life issues that bring people to counseling.

In addition to counseling and supervising, LaQuondra enjoys spending time with her family, especially her handsome and active sons #boymom lol. She has previously served the community as a girl scout troop leader, praise dance instructor, and has participated in numerous church sponsored volunteer projects.

Jamee Wilson

Jamee has been with the agency since 2007 and is a full-time staff therapist. Her clinical experience includes working with survivors of crime, sexual abuse, domestic violence, as well as, those experiencing anxiety, depression and grief.

Lisa Cambiano

Lisa is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience in providing individual, group and family therapy.  She has worked in various settings including schools, residential treatment centers and outpatient clinics.  Lisa specializes in anxiety, depression, anger management, adjustment disorders, parenting and relationship issues.  She enjoys working with children and teenagers.  Lisa is a board approved Licensed Proffesional Counselor Supervisor.

Sarah Lute

WHAT YOU DO:
I love to help people explore what holds them back from experiencing healing in their lives. I value connection, charity and equality. I am convinced that each one of us can have fulfillment.

WHY YOU DO IT (what is your goal, your reason):
I am dedicated to helping those that are seeking healthy relationships and bring healing, peace and growth to their lives. My goal is to combine my skills with the client’s strengths to create solutions.

Ashlie Duran: Bio to be updated

Gee Carey

Gee has been working within the behavioral and physical health industry for over 25 years. She is a graduate of Houston Baptist University, TX state licensed and board approved LPC- Supervisor, with certifications in clinical case management, mediation and as a paralegal. She serves age groups  pre-teen to seniors, specializing in a client centered, multiple disciplinary approach, working with clients and families who have both physical and/or behavioral health issues.  Gee’s clinical focus is on clients and families who need assistance coping with; emotional and physical health life adjustments, terminal and/or chronic illness, trauma, end of life and palliative care and adjustment to life altering physical health diagnosis. She works closely with the client, their families, caregivers, medical providers, insurance companies and other community resources to ensure the client has a coordinated care plan.

Eunice Contreras

Eunice is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Anger Resolution Therapist, Employee Assistance Specialist – Clinical and a board approved MA, LPC-S.

Joni Sutton

I believe the foundation of all relationships is love, acceptance, and communication. I work with all ages and backgrounds to help individuals and groups of people to achieve mental health and conflict resolution. It is my goal to help families, couples, children, teens, and adolescents to overcome any obstacles that may prevent them from achieving their full potential.  I look forward to helping you to become the best possible version of yourself!

Kelly King

As a mediator and trainer with IA, Kelly’s passion is peacemaking & communication. ’Winning’ by going to court hurts businesses, families and children as they move into the future and puts a significant strain on finances for all. Her goal as a Mediator at IA is to facilitate a neutral and structured process. Alowing those in conflict to reach a fair & equitable solution that can meet the needs of all parties involved and reach a long term agreement that resolves conflict.

A native of the Texas Gulf Coast, Kelly’s degree is in psychology. She is the mother of two.

Advanced Mediation Training:

• Family Reconciliation Mediation
• Intervention Mediation
• Workplace Conflict Resolution & Teambuilding Mediation

Jesus Montelongo

Jesus has worked with clients of ages ranging from 4-60 years old. He works with diverse ethnic backgrounds and various issues such as anxiety, anger management, PTSD and relationship issues. He is also fluent in English and Spanish.

Harriet McCune

Harriet has been conducting anger management groups in high schools for the last 9 years. She provides individual, marriage and family counseling at IA and her clinical interests include abuse, trauma, depression anxiety, substance abuse and relationship issues.

Meghan Stang

I have been with Innovative Alternatives since June 2018. I am a Nationally Certified Counselor. I specialize in trauma counseling, as well as, addiction counseling. I am also trained in the modality, EMDR. As a psychotherapist, I have the opportunity to collaborate with clients throughout the therapeutic process. I value the therapeutic relationship as it is the foundation on which change can occur. I work with clients to recognize the potential they possess to implement the necessary changes in their lives. I have experience in working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults who experience a wide range of life struggles such as: substance use, trauma, career exploration, educational issues, social difficulties, and communication skills. No matter what you are facing, no matter your reason for seeking counseling, it is my honor and privilege to come alongside you and work with you and to cheer you on throughout the treatment process.

Elizabeth Whelan

My name is Elizabeth Whelan and I am the Training Coordinator for IA. I am a licensed master social worker (LMSW) with a concentration in Administration and Planning. I enjoy working with people and organizations, bringing them programs they want and need both personally and in the workplace, including schools. I have a long history with IA going back to 2000 when I joined the organization to develop and coordinate our Pasadena ISD Peer Mediation and Conflict Resolution program. My experience in that role has given me the tools and experience to return to IA to coordinate our training and outreach programs for individuals, schools, and organizations. The foundation of our trainings and workshops encompass skills that we will all benefit from for a lifetime. And that is why I enjoy promoting these programs to others. I am also a mom and help run our family boat repair business so my true super power is juggling all these roles while continuing to find my happy moments amidst the chaos of life and I am happy to share what I have learned with others.

Abigail Yancey

WHAT I DO:  I am the Victim Advocate for IA.  I want to help others find hope when they feel hopeless, and to have faith in the system that is here to help victims and their families.

WHY I DO IT:  I was always searching for a purpose in my life and I believe I found it when I found this job here with IA. Being able to help others is a true blessing.  I believe we are all put on earth to help one another, and that is where you find true happiness.

WHAT EXPERIENCE HELPS ME TO HELP YOU:  Empathy and desire to help you, our client, to find the help you need to continue your search for a positive change in your life.  To help our client remember “I am not what happened to me. I am what I choose to become.” Carl Jung

FUN FACTS:  In addition, I love to make people laugh, enjoy laughing myself, volunteering with KSBJ and local food drives.  I enjoy listening to all kinds of music Contemporary Christian, Country, Tejano, Cumbia, Heavy Metal, Rap, everything.  My superpower is I am a people person. I make people feel welcomed, like we’ve known each other a lifetime at any local supermarket or convenient store. (LOL)

Jaemi Peterson

Jaemi has 10 years of experience in data collection and management and possesses a bachelor’s degree in educational studies from Western Governors University. She has a desire to learn and build her knowledge base. Michaelangelo said “I’m still learning.” And she likes to live according to that idea.
Jaemi is responsible for maintaining, analyzing, and organizing data to find better ways of serving our communities. She has an eye for detail and strives for accuracy in every aspect of her work. Jaemi has a passion for working within the local communities and making connections with citizens and businesses alike. Her goal is to reach more people who could benefit from our programs through new ideas and resources.

Karen Sorto

I am currently pursuing my master’s degree in clinical mental health at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. I speak Spanish and am part of the Latinx community. I work with all ages and backgrounds. I believe every life stage has its critical moments therefore everyone deserves to be heard. My goal is to give those experiencing hardships, guidance and skills that can be used outside and benefit them in the present and future. I want to reduce the stigma of what this community has and give the understanding that mental health is an important aspect in everyday life. Moreover, I target to give an empathetic and welcoming environment. Rest assure that your beliefs and boundaries will be respected. You will be heard and understood!