Meet the Board of Directors
Sharon Harris
Executive Director/Founder
Sharon Harris: A Woman of Compassion and Determination
Sharon Harris is a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother with a heart committed to making a difference. With extensive experience in retail management and a successful career at the post office, Sharon has demonstrated exceptional work ethic and leadership skills.
Her journey took a meaningful turn when she devoted herself to a residential treatment center and emergency shelter for foster children. Over 13 years, alongside her husband, she opened their home to foster children of various ages, recognizing a growing need for specialized care for teenage girls.
Driven by her compassion and desire for lasting impact, Sharon became a founding partner of "She Can," a residential treatment center for girls in foster care. Recognizing another unmet need, she established "Her Heart Can," a resource center specifically for pregnant teenage girls in foster care, where she serves as founder and executive director.
Her Heart Can provides support, mentorship, and parenting resources for teenage mothers, embodying Sharon's vision of a safe and nurturing space for these young women and their babies.
Sharon's life's work reflects her unwavering commitment to making a positive impact on others. Through her various initiatives, she continues to inspire with her resilience, compassion, and belief in the power of individuals to make a difference.
Catina Reed-Wyatt
Executive Resource Director
Catina Reed-Wyatt has been appointed as an executive board member for Her Heart Can. With years of experience as a daycare owner and foster parent, Catina has been deeply involved in serving our community. In her previous roles, she successfully established a group home for foster children and facilitated their adoption into permanent families through her networking efforts. Catina has consistently advocated for the educational well-being and overall care of all the foster children under her care, ensuring that they were equipped with the necessary support even after leaving her home. Through her empathetic approach towards children in care, Catina will not only bring valuable insights to Her Heart Can but also serve as a significant resource for the community and its leaders.
Damon Ousley
Executive Outreach Director
Damon Ousley, a seasoned entrepreneur in the real estate development and investment sectors, is known for his role as a dedicated father and his extensive experience in navigating diverse community challenges. Hailing from Oklahoma, Damon embodies the spirit of a true country boy with a passion for business and a strong commitment to philanthropy. His valuable insights and guidance will now be channeled into his new role as an executive board member at Her Heart Can, where he will play a key role in steering the organization towards continued growth and success.
Dr. Brendan Bickley
Executive Treatment Director
Dr. Brendan Bickley (PsyD, MA, CADC II, CCS, ICDC) began working in substance use disorder treatment in 1997 when he created the first program to ever combine college with addiction treatment at a treatment facility in Orange County, CA. Dr. Bickley is considered the foremost expert on treatment program and facility design, having created, or re-designed over 15 facilities across the U.S. He has held the titles of Clinical Director, Executive Director, COO, Business Development Director, VP of Clinical Development, and CEO.
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Jessica Rice
Program Director
Jessica Rice is a Texas state licensed Social Worker (LMSW) with almost 10 years’ experience in multiple states with therapy, psychosocial assessments, case management, crisis intervention, resource procurement and referral, community engagement, business development, as well as recruitment, training, and supervision of staff. She has expertise in working with adolescents and teens, with 5 years in unplanned pregnancy, adoption, and shelter services, along with personal experience as a pregnant teen and young parent.
Dietrich Jackson
Executive Director
Dietrich Jackson has been a licensed Foster Mother for 15 + 5 years. Her passion is children. Dietrich is known to most as Mama T. She also works with the youth dept at church. Dietrich is an Advocate and mentor to all the children who cross her path. She worked hard to make sure the kids knew they were loved and cared for. She tried to build up their self-esteem and let them know the sky was the limit.
Ana L. Castro
Education Director
Mrs. Castro received a Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies in Bilingual Education, a Master of Education in Counseling and Guidance, and later the principal certification. She is currently working on a Ph.D. in counselor education and supervision. With a total of 29 years of
educational experience, she served as an elementary teacher for six years, a counselor for nine years in
elementary through high school grades, and a school principal
for 14 years.
Antonio Porter
Treasury Director
Antonio has 10 years working with at risk males. During this time, Antonio has learnt the different types of traumas a child can experience in their life. Through fostering, Antonio has learned that every child is different and has different challenges. He has worked hard to make sure these young males can have a successful adult life. Antonio works hard at everything he does, and he will not give up.
Tiara Johnson
Medical Service Director
Tiara, RN-BSN, is a nurse with nearly a decade’s experience in the medical field. Nothing brings her more joy than helping others. Her passion and purpose collide as she strives to empower women and encourage independence.
Ale McComic
Marketing Director
Ale studied International Business Management & Marketing. Currently a director of education at Winnsboro Center for Arts. She volunteers for REMAR in EI Salvador. She is also a sponsor for Family Legacy Africa Missions. She has 15+ years first hand experience with special ed, group homes and mental facilities in Germany and the USA.
La Shaytra Heard
Infant Education
Coordinator Secretary
La Shaytra extensive experience in correctional facilities, she has observed the profound challenges faced by individuals with troubled childhoods. As a single mother of two daughters, her commitment extends beyond her personal life into her professional endeavors, where she nurtures infants in a childcare sector and supports girls with behavioral issues in a residential treatment center.
Shavona Scott
Employment Coach Director
Shavona Scott has 20 years of patient financial management experience in implementation, optimization, fostering positive working relationships, strategic & fiscal planning, including measuring the quality of patient satisfaction and maintaining professional affiliations with senior leaders in the health care industry.