Suspect Child Abuse? Report It. Call 1-800-252-5400 or report online at TXAbuseHotline.org.
Our Mission
To end the cycle of abuse by giving the children of Parker County a voice.
When a child has experienced abuse, being heard is only the beginning. How the adults around them respond matters.
A child should not have to repeatedly tell their story or navigate a system designed for adults.
They need a place where they feel comfortable speaking, people who understand trauma, and professionals who know how to work together without creating additional harm.
That’s why the Children’s Advocacy Center of Parker County exists.
We believe every child deserves to be heard, protected, and supported—and every family deserves compassionate guidance through what can be one of the most difficult times in their lives.
Everything we do is built around that belief.
Meet Our Leadership
Our leadership team brings decades of experience and a shared commitment to supporting children and families affected by abuse.
Diana Aslin
Executive Director
Diana oversees the Center’s operations and works closely with staff and the Board of Directors to guide the organization’s direction, manage its resources, and support its community partnerships.
Diana holds a Bachelor of Arts in Justice, Peace and Conflict Studies from Eastern Mennonite University.
Jo Warren
Director of Community Impact
Jo leads the Center’s fundraising and community outreach, building relationships with donors and community partners to increase awareness, strengthen support, and help fund the Center’s work.
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Jo is a Certified True Colors Facilitator and has completed training in team building, the Five Love Languages, biblical restoration, and public speaking through Zig Ziglar.
Emory Stout, MSW
Program Director
Emory leads the Center’s programs and services, working with staff and partner agencies to coordinate support and ensure children and families receive consistent, high-quality care throughout the process.
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Emory holds both a Master of Social Work and a Bachelor of Social Work from Tarleton State University.
Meet Our Staff
Our staff brings specialized, trauma-focused experience and compassionate care to the children and families we serve.
Catherine Crain, MSW
Forensic Interviewer
Catherine (Cat) conducts specialized forensic interviews, providing a comfortable setting where children can share what happened while helping reduce the need to repeat their story to multiple people.
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Cat holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Texas at Arlington and a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from California State University, San Bernardino. She also completed the 31st Detentions/Court Services Academy through the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department.
Nancy Vance
Family Advocate
Nancy helps children and non-offending caregivers understand the investigative process, identify their needs, connect with resources, and access support throughout their time with the Center.
Cassidy Droll, LPC
Clinical Coordinator
Cassidy coordinates the Center's mental health services, helping ensure children and families have access to trauma-focused, evidence-based treatment and ongoing clinical support.
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Cassidy holds a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Tarleton State University and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Texas A&M University.
Uria Thomas, LPC-A
Therapist
Uria provides trauma-focused therapy, helping children process traumatic experiences, develop healthy coping skills, and giving caregivers tools to support their child’s healing at home.
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Uria holds a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas Woman’s University and a Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Studies from the University of North Texas.
Alexis Harper, LPC-A
Therapist
Alexis provides trauma-focused therapy, using evidence-based approaches to help children process their experiences, strengthen emotional regulation, and develop healthy coping skills.
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Alexis holds a Master of Science in Counseling from John Brown University and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Arkansas Tech University.
Leslie Powell
Prevention Education & Outreach Specialist
Leslie raises awareness about child abuse prevention by connecting with schools, organizations, and community members in Parker County.
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Leslie holds a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies from Tarleton State University, along with multiple teaching certifications in general and specialized education.
Hannah Cowan
Administrative & Finance Specialist
Hannah manages our administrative and financial processes, supporting day-to-day operations and helping ensure the staff has what they need to serve families.
Rob Helms
President
Owner, Overture Home Care
Jeff Swain
Vice President
Parker County District Attorney
Joe Wilkinson
Secretary
Retired
Lynn Gromann
Treasurer
Retired
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors provides governance, oversight, and community leadership to help guide and support the Center’s work.
Executive Committee
Board Members
Sheriff Russ Authier, Parker County Sheriff’s Office
Michael Baldwin, City of Hudson Oaks
Greg Edwards, First Bank Texas
Lindsay Ellis, State Farm Insurance
John Forrest, Parker County Attorney’s Office
Rosealee Hoffman, City of Willow Park
Damon Liles, Springtown Independent School District
Diondra Lindquist, Law Office of Diondra Lindquist, PLLC
Penny Shelton, Parker County Health Foundation
Stephanie Williams, Parker County Community Supervision and Corrections Department
Interested in Joining Our Board?
Our Board brings together people from across Parker County who care deeply about protecting children and supporting the work of the Center.
If you’d like to use your experience, skills, and connections to make a difference for children and families in our community, we’d love to hear from you.
The Children’s Advocacy Center of Parker County joined community leaders for a 2026 proclamation recognizing April as Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month in Parker County.