The Encompass Community Supports Senior Management Team
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Sheryl Reinstrom
Sheryl Reinstrom began working in the social services field over 25 years ago. Over the years, using her degree in social work as a foundation, she has continued to focus her efforts on improving and enhancing supports and services offered to people. Sheryl enjoys using humor and photography to connect with diverse people.
Sheryl Reinstrom began working in the social services field over 25 years ago. Over the years, using her degree in social work as a foundation, she has continued to focus her efforts on improving and enhancing supports and services offered to people. Sheryl enjoys using humor and photography to connect with diverse people.
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Maureen Thomas
Maureen Thomas has over two decades of experience focused on all aspects of Human Resources with concentrations in strategic analysis and implementation of Human Resources processes, employee relations, recruitment, and overseeing department operations. In her career, Maureen has worked in both for-profit and non-profit sectors, as well as small private organizations and large conglomerates. Maureen is a native New Yorker and after graduating from Hampton University, she returned to the Big Apple to begin her career. After several years, the lure of Virginia brought her back. Maureen enjoys the country air, being outdoors, hiking, camping, and swimming.
Maureen Thomas has over two decades of experience focused on all aspects of Human Resources with concentrations in strategic analysis and implementation of Human Resources processes, employee relations, recruitment, and overseeing department operations. In her career, Maureen has worked in both for-profit and non-profit sectors, as well as small private organizations and large conglomerates. Maureen is a native New Yorker and after graduating from Hampton University, she returned to the Big Apple to begin her career. After several years, the lure of Virginia brought her back. Maureen enjoys the country air, being outdoors, hiking, camping, and swimming.
Lauren Willis-Thomas
Lauren Willis-Thomas graduated from Strayer University with a B.S. in Accounting. Lauren is licensed by the Virginia Board of Accountancy as a Certified Public Accountant. Lauren has spent most of her life in Virginia, growing up in Fairfax and moving to Culpeper in 1990. She worked sixteen years in the private sector, five years in local government and twenty-one years in the public school system. Lauren enjoys all things culinary: cooking, baking, chocolate making, sugar crafting, and traveling to experience/research different cultural food and its preparation.
Lauren Willis-Thomas graduated from Strayer University with a B.S. in Accounting. Lauren is licensed by the Virginia Board of Accountancy as a Certified Public Accountant. Lauren has spent most of her life in Virginia, growing up in Fairfax and moving to Culpeper in 1990. She worked sixteen years in the private sector, five years in local government and twenty-one years in the public school system. Lauren enjoys all things culinary: cooking, baking, chocolate making, sugar crafting, and traveling to experience/research different cultural food and its preparation.
April Achter
April Achter possesses twenty years of experience working as a Public Health Epidemiologist at the local, state, and international level. She has a master’s degree in Public Health from San Diego State University. April serves on multiple community committees and is a member of the Fauquier Free Clinic Board of Directors.
April Achter possesses twenty years of experience working as a Public Health Epidemiologist at the local, state, and international level. She has a master’s degree in Public Health from San Diego State University. April serves on multiple community committees and is a member of the Fauquier Free Clinic Board of Directors.
Taisha Chavez
Taisha Chavez graduated in 2007 from George Mason University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. During her first 8 years in the field, Taisha dedicated herself to supporting children living with autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, intellectual disabilities, and behavioral concerns within the school setting by providing one on one assistance and therapeutic day treatment (TDT) services. Additionally, Taisha provided intensive in-home and mentoring services to youth and their families with the goal of maintaining youth in their least restrictive environments. In 2015, Taisha received a Master’s in Education with a concentration in Counseling and Development from George Mason University. In her over 15 years of experience in the field, Taisha has worked with children, adolescents, and adults with a range of concerns including ADHD, depression, anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, behavioral concerns, postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, domestic violence, abuse and neglect, substance use disorder, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. Taisha began as the Agency's Children’s Support Coordinator supervisor in 2016 before becoming the Children’s Services Manager and ultimately the Director of Children’s Services in 2020. As the Director of Children’s Services, Taisha oversees Early Intervention (Infant and Toddler Connection) Services, Children’s case management, the Substance Use Disorder LINK program, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, and Prevention services. Taisha believes that all children no matter their age, ability, gender, or cultural background deserve a life that is safe and with direction.
Taisha Chavez graduated in 2007 from George Mason University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. During her first 8 years in the field, Taisha dedicated herself to supporting children living with autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, intellectual disabilities, and behavioral concerns within the school setting by providing one on one assistance and therapeutic day treatment (TDT) services. Additionally, Taisha provided intensive in-home and mentoring services to youth and their families with the goal of maintaining youth in their least restrictive environments. In 2015, Taisha received a Master’s in Education with a concentration in Counseling and Development from George Mason University. In her over 15 years of experience in the field, Taisha has worked with children, adolescents, and adults with a range of concerns including ADHD, depression, anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, behavioral concerns, postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, domestic violence, abuse and neglect, substance use disorder, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. Taisha began as the Agency's Children’s Support Coordinator supervisor in 2016 before becoming the Children’s Services Manager and ultimately the Director of Children’s Services in 2020. As the Director of Children’s Services, Taisha oversees Early Intervention (Infant and Toddler Connection) Services, Children’s case management, the Substance Use Disorder LINK program, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, and Prevention services. Taisha believes that all children no matter their age, ability, gender, or cultural background deserve a life that is safe and with direction.
Andrea Coleman
Ms. Andrea Coleman has approximately 40 years of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities (DD) and mental health conditions in the State of Virginia. Following graduation from Howard University, with a Psychology degree, she began working for a Community Services Board (CSB), and thereafter she worked for 5 other CSBs. Her work for the CSBs allowed her to support persons with developmental disabilities and serious mental health conditions through providing a multitude of services, in a variety of settings and professional positions. Ms. Coleman worked for the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services for 14 years. Most of her professional focus has been in developing programs and services in the community that support individuals who have developmental disabilities and/or serious mental health conditions. She had the opportunity to suggest and develop new initiatives like the Provider Roundtable, contributed towards the development of the DD Waiver System, implemented more effective authorization processes and she directly assisted in the efforts inspired by the Justices (DOJ) Home & Community Based Services (HCBS) and the transition of closing the Training Centers in the State of Virginia. Andrea serves on the ARC of North Central Virginia Board, and she has been a person-centered thinking trainer for 13 years. She enjoys teaching others how to genuinely see and respect the value of others instead of their disability. Andrea continues her advocacy as the Division Director of Developmental Services, where she oversees all residential and day services (for individuals with DD) operated by the agency. She looks forward to expanding volunteer, employment, and independent living opportunities, and creating a platform for greater access to higher education for persons with DD.
Ms. Andrea Coleman has approximately 40 years of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities (DD) and mental health conditions in the State of Virginia. Following graduation from Howard University, with a Psychology degree, she began working for a Community Services Board (CSB), and thereafter she worked for 5 other CSBs. Her work for the CSBs allowed her to support persons with developmental disabilities and serious mental health conditions through providing a multitude of services, in a variety of settings and professional positions. Ms. Coleman worked for the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services for 14 years. Most of her professional focus has been in developing programs and services in the community that support individuals who have developmental disabilities and/or serious mental health conditions. She had the opportunity to suggest and develop new initiatives like the Provider Roundtable, contributed towards the development of the DD Waiver System, implemented more effective authorization processes and she directly assisted in the efforts inspired by the Justices (DOJ) Home & Community Based Services (HCBS) and the transition of closing the Training Centers in the State of Virginia. Andrea serves on the ARC of North Central Virginia Board, and she has been a person-centered thinking trainer for 13 years. She enjoys teaching others how to genuinely see and respect the value of others instead of their disability. Andrea continues her advocacy as the Division Director of Developmental Services, where she oversees all residential and day services (for individuals with DD) operated by the agency. She looks forward to expanding volunteer, employment, and independent living opportunities, and creating a platform for greater access to higher education for persons with DD.
Kim Donohue
Kim Donohue has over 25 years of experience in business, construction, and human services. As the Housing Programs and Services Director, she oversees multiple Federal, State, and Local Housing Programs, including operations, budgets, and maintenance. She manages a team who responds to emergencies, manages risk, contractors, facilities, and site inspections. As the housing director, Kim oversees the operations of the supportive housing department to provide services that lead to the self-sustainability of residents. She has the heart and passion to be an advocate for those in need. Her duties include oversight and management of administrative services, United States (US) Housing and Urban Development (HUD) rental assistance programs, HUD Continuum of Care homeless programs, and more. She is the mother of five children, grandmother to six, and dog mom to her two lab babies. Her hobbies include cooking, baking, gardening, and camping with her husband (especially at the beach).
Kim Donohue has over 25 years of experience in business, construction, and human services. As the Housing Programs and Services Director, she oversees multiple Federal, State, and Local Housing Programs, including operations, budgets, and maintenance. She manages a team who responds to emergencies, manages risk, contractors, facilities, and site inspections. As the housing director, Kim oversees the operations of the supportive housing department to provide services that lead to the self-sustainability of residents. She has the heart and passion to be an advocate for those in need. Her duties include oversight and management of administrative services, United States (US) Housing and Urban Development (HUD) rental assistance programs, HUD Continuum of Care homeless programs, and more. She is the mother of five children, grandmother to six, and dog mom to her two lab babies. Her hobbies include cooking, baking, gardening, and camping with her husband (especially at the beach).
Don Janes
Don Janes brings experienced leadership gained through his work in behavioral health as a counseling professional and through his work as a Director of Behavioral Health in residential services and as the director of a 48-bed residential program for homeless veterans. He has experience developing social services programs for residential clients with severe behavioral health issues and had the opportunity to develop policy and procedures for programs to keep high risk clients in their homes in the community. Don’s ability to quantify the efficacy of programs through the analysis of program components provides the opportunity to develop new tools to collect valuable metrics that will promote best practice and quality improvement. Don has a B.S. in Psychology and an M.S. in Professional Counseling. Don’s education combined with many years of management and leadership experience provide a clear path to ongoing quality improvement.
Don Janes brings experienced leadership gained through his work in behavioral health as a counseling professional and through his work as a Director of Behavioral Health in residential services and as the director of a 48-bed residential program for homeless veterans. He has experience developing social services programs for residential clients with severe behavioral health issues and had the opportunity to develop policy and procedures for programs to keep high risk clients in their homes in the community. Don’s ability to quantify the efficacy of programs through the analysis of program components provides the opportunity to develop new tools to collect valuable metrics that will promote best practice and quality improvement. Don has a B.S. in Psychology and an M.S. in Professional Counseling. Don’s education combined with many years of management and leadership experience provide a clear path to ongoing quality improvement.
Katie Lindsay
Katherine (Katie) Lindsay, a licensed Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) earned her BS in Psychology with a concentration in Child Development from the University of Pittsburgh. She joined the Agency in 2016 as a support coordinator for the newly established Young Adult Coordinated Care (YACC) program. Her previous roles with our agency have included hospital liaison, Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (NGRI) coordinator, and Discharge Assistance Planning (DAP) coordinator. Katie’s extensive career portfolio includes: milieu therapist and call center clinician with Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic; children’s services program manager with Warren County Council on Domestic Violence/Emergency Shelter; intensive in-home therapist and mental health skill builder with National Counseling Group, and program supervisor of the National Counseling Group Therapeutic Day Treatment services in the Shenandoah Valley. Noted areas of expertise are therapeutic services, prevention services, and advocacy for adults and children.
Katherine (Katie) Lindsay, a licensed Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) earned her BS in Psychology with a concentration in Child Development from the University of Pittsburgh. She joined the Agency in 2016 as a support coordinator for the newly established Young Adult Coordinated Care (YACC) program. Her previous roles with our agency have included hospital liaison, Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (NGRI) coordinator, and Discharge Assistance Planning (DAP) coordinator. Katie’s extensive career portfolio includes: milieu therapist and call center clinician with Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic; children’s services program manager with Warren County Council on Domestic Violence/Emergency Shelter; intensive in-home therapist and mental health skill builder with National Counseling Group, and program supervisor of the National Counseling Group Therapeutic Day Treatment services in the Shenandoah Valley. Noted areas of expertise are therapeutic services, prevention services, and advocacy for adults and children.
David Parks
David Parks joined the Agency in 2011 as a member of the Information Technology Team. In 2023, he became Director of the Information Technology Department. David brings with him fifteen years of experience in IT and knowledge about a broad variety of technical topics, which assists him in providing services for the many programs and their diverse needs. David is a native to the state of Virginia, and in his spare time enjoys camping, traveling, and tinkering with antique computers.
David Parks joined the Agency in 2011 as a member of the Information Technology Team. In 2023, he became Director of the Information Technology Department. David brings with him fifteen years of experience in IT and knowledge about a broad variety of technical topics, which assists him in providing services for the many programs and their diverse needs. David is a native to the state of Virginia, and in his spare time enjoys camping, traveling, and tinkering with antique computers.
Tina Schilling
Tina Schilling, MSW, MDIV, LNHA, is a dedicated professional with a rich educational background and extensive experience in various fields. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Sociology from The College of New Jersey in May 1993, followed by a Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University in May 2011, and a Master of Divinity from the Baptist Theological Seminary of Richmond in May 2013. As an LCSW Supervisee, Tina holds licensure as a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator from both the Virginia Department of Health Professions and the Department of Health Board of Long-Term Care Administration in the District of Columbia. With over a decade of experience in hospice care, Tina has served in roles such as Counseling Department Manager, Social Worker, Chaplain, and Bereavement Program Manager, providing comprehensive support through group, individual, and family counseling. Her tenure at the Virginia Department of Health Office of Licensure and Certification involved inspecting long-term care facilities to ensure regulatory compliance and quality of care. Additionally, she has worked in continuing care communities, skilled long-term care administration, and has provided spiritual supportive counseling for over 15 years. Tina’s expertise spans bereavement, grief, end-of-life care, geriatric and caregiver support, healthcare professional support, and counseling for diverse communities. She believes in the transformative power of empathy and respect for each individual’s unique experiences. In her free time, Tina enjoys playing basketball, dancing, writing for publication, pastoring, traveling, and spending quality time with her four adult children, friends, family, and two cats.
Tina Schilling, MSW, MDIV, LNHA, is a dedicated professional with a rich educational background and extensive experience in various fields. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Sociology from The College of New Jersey in May 1993, followed by a Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University in May 2011, and a Master of Divinity from the Baptist Theological Seminary of Richmond in May 2013. As an LCSW Supervisee, Tina holds licensure as a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator from both the Virginia Department of Health Professions and the Department of Health Board of Long-Term Care Administration in the District of Columbia. With over a decade of experience in hospice care, Tina has served in roles such as Counseling Department Manager, Social Worker, Chaplain, and Bereavement Program Manager, providing comprehensive support through group, individual, and family counseling. Her tenure at the Virginia Department of Health Office of Licensure and Certification involved inspecting long-term care facilities to ensure regulatory compliance and quality of care. Additionally, she has worked in continuing care communities, skilled long-term care administration, and has provided spiritual supportive counseling for over 15 years. Tina’s expertise spans bereavement, grief, end-of-life care, geriatric and caregiver support, healthcare professional support, and counseling for diverse communities. She believes in the transformative power of empathy and respect for each individual’s unique experiences. In her free time, Tina enjoys playing basketball, dancing, writing for publication, pastoring, traveling, and spending quality time with her four adult children, friends, family, and two cats.
Sheri Sobkowiak
Sheri Sobkowiak is originally from Massachusetts and moved to Virginia after obtaining a baccalaureate in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts. Since moving to Virginia, she has had the pleasure of meeting many wonderful people through holding various roles. Soon after obtaining her first job in Virginia, providing residential supports to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), she assumed management and leadership roles with various agencies. Sheri became a Director at Mount Vernon Lee Enterprises (MVLE) in overseeing a day support program for adults with I/DD and expanded the services to two locations in Northern Virginia. After MVLE, she became the Director of Personal Support Network (PSN), with The Arc of Northern Virginia which served families preparing for their children’s future, including setting up Special Needs Trusts and assisting with navigating the service system for children with I/DD. Also, as Director of PSN, she worked with her team to provide unique, specialized services to adults with serious mental illness. Sheri moved out of Northern Virginia and established her home in Culpeper where she and her husband raised their 2 children. She has filled various roles as the Agency continued to expand support options for the community. Sheri started as a supervisor of adult mental health case management and then took on the manager role of the psychosocial rehabilitation program. This led to a new role that included overseeing I/DD programs, group homes, and day support for almost 10 years before stepping into the Director of Case Management position. Throughout this time, she completed all coursework toward a Professional Counseling degree and has built many valued connections as a member of the Culpeper County Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC), The Arc of North Central Virginia Board, and the state’s Home and Community Based Services Committee.
Sheri Sobkowiak is originally from Massachusetts and moved to Virginia after obtaining a baccalaureate in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts. Since moving to Virginia, she has had the pleasure of meeting many wonderful people through holding various roles. Soon after obtaining her first job in Virginia, providing residential supports to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), she assumed management and leadership roles with various agencies. Sheri became a Director at Mount Vernon Lee Enterprises (MVLE) in overseeing a day support program for adults with I/DD and expanded the services to two locations in Northern Virginia. After MVLE, she became the Director of Personal Support Network (PSN), with The Arc of Northern Virginia which served families preparing for their children’s future, including setting up Special Needs Trusts and assisting with navigating the service system for children with I/DD. Also, as Director of PSN, she worked with her team to provide unique, specialized services to adults with serious mental illness. Sheri moved out of Northern Virginia and established her home in Culpeper where she and her husband raised their 2 children. She has filled various roles as the Agency continued to expand support options for the community. Sheri started as a supervisor of adult mental health case management and then took on the manager role of the psychosocial rehabilitation program. This led to a new role that included overseeing I/DD programs, group homes, and day support for almost 10 years before stepping into the Director of Case Management position. Throughout this time, she completed all coursework toward a Professional Counseling degree and has built many valued connections as a member of the Culpeper County Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC), The Arc of North Central Virginia Board, and the state’s Home and Community Based Services Committee.
Ben Thomson
Benjamin (Ben) Thomson, MS, is an experienced Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), having previously worked in a variety of roles within the mental health field. He has been with the agency since April 2015, beginning work with the Crisis Services division before playing a role in the launch of the Jail Services Program. Ben was promoted to Supervisor of the Jail Team and later advanced to Clinical Supervisor, where he oversaw the Community Transition Teams and Crisis Services. In January 2025, Ben was promoted to his current role as Director of Community Response, where he will continue to develop and implement impactful programs that support individuals in crisis and transition.
Benjamin (Ben) Thomson, MS, is an experienced Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), having previously worked in a variety of roles within the mental health field. He has been with the agency since April 2015, beginning work with the Crisis Services division before playing a role in the launch of the Jail Services Program. Ben was promoted to Supervisor of the Jail Team and later advanced to Clinical Supervisor, where he oversaw the Community Transition Teams and Crisis Services. In January 2025, Ben was promoted to his current role as Director of Community Response, where he will continue to develop and implement impactful programs that support individuals in crisis and transition.
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