Lacy Estrada
Executive Director
Lacy Estrada was named Executive Director in August 2023. Prior to her role as Executive Director, Estrada held various positions at CAA, including Finance Coordinator, Clinical Coordinator, Family Advocate, and Victim Advocate Intern. Her return to CAA follows her tenure as a Staff Accountant at Cousins’ Office Furniture.
She holds a master’s degree in business administration with a graduate certificate in accounting from the University of Phoenix and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Central Arkansas.
Tracie Cadiente
CASA Program Director/Advocate Supervisor
Tracie Cadiente is an alumna of Central Baptist College with a B.S. in Psychology and Christian Counseling. Tracie is a Community of Hope Chaplin, a Stephens Minister, and a Marriage Mentor. Her prior work experience includes being a caseworker for the Department of Children and Family Services. She was also an investigator and litigation claims specialist for two major insurance companies. Tracie has been married for 34 years has 6 grown children and 3 grandchildren. She loves to travel and her hobbies include scuba, snorkeling, and spending time with her family.
Tracie is the founder of a non-profit agency, whose mission is to demonstrate God’s Love is an action by providing programs that will transform the lives of families before they enter a crisis situation. Tracie’s words to live by: Mercy, Grace, and Forgiveness. God can restore what is broken and change it into something amazing. All we need is faith, hard work, and a passion for those in need.
Kennedy Holleman
Acting CAC Program Director/Education Specialist
Kennedy is originally from the town of Springdale, Arkansas and moved to Conway when she decided to pursue a degree through the University of Central Arkansas. She graduated in May 2020 with a Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education. From a very young age Kennedy knew she wanted to work with children and help be the voice for them. Through various opportunities in Kennedy’s educational career, she has seen first hand how much of a difference one person can be for a child. Education and prevention is something that Kennedy holds close to her heart, and believes everyone, no matter what their profession is, should have training or basic information on what to do if something is to happen. In her spare time, Kennedy enjoys being outdoors, reading, and spending time with her husband and dogs.
“As hard and uncomfortable the conversation is surrounding child abuse and neglect, it still needs to happen. The more we try to hide from it, the more we aren’t able to help the kids who need us.”
Will Teeter
Strategic Partnerships Coordinator
Courtney McPherson
Trauma Therapist
Courtney McPherson, LCSW, is a Licensed Certified Social Worker and the trauma psychotherapist for the Children’s Advocacy Alliance. She holds a graduate degree in Social Work from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Oregon State University. Courtney is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist in Sex Trafficking and Exploitation (CCTS-S). Courtney has extensive experience and education working with survivors of domestic minor sex trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation which carries with it a unique, complex set of traumatic symptoms. Courtney utilizes evidence-based treatments such as trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), eye movement desensitization reprocessing therapy (EMDR), cognitive processing therapy (CPT) and aspects of art and play therapy, among others, to help children and adolescents process the trauma(s) they’ve endured and grow from their experiences. When necessary, Courtney also assists our clients and their families by being a support to them as they navigate the justice system. Courtney also serves on the Advisory Council to the Arkansas Supreme Court’s Commission on Children, Youth, and Families. Through the agency’s training series, Courtney shares education on domestic minor sex trafficking and trauma informed caregiving. Courtney resides in Conway with her husband, Justin, and their two cats, Georgia and Charles. She enjoys game nights, costume parties, beach trips, and a good 90s/00s hip-hop playlist. She dislikes coffee, humidity, road trips, and Spanx.
Karli Goheen
Mental Health Intern
Karli Goheen graduated from the University of Central Arkansas in 2017 Summa Cum Laude with a bachelors in Sociology. After working at the Children’s Advocacy Alliance as the lead forensic interviewer and program coordinator, Karli is now is in the process of obtaining her Masters of Social Work at ULAR. Karli firmly believes that if we can help children with the healing process then we can in turn help our community in the future. Her ultimate goal is to become a licensed social worker and continue working with children in our community. In her free time, Karli enjoys cooking, listening to music, and spending time with her loved ones and pets.
Crystal Bradley
Forensic Interviewer
Crystal, a nature enthusiast, finds joy in exploring the picturesque landscapes of Arkansas, reminiscent of her beloved Pacific Northwest hometown. Alongside her cherished blended family of seven, she embraces the simple pleasures of savoring pasta dishes and discovering hidden gems in local eateries. Having lived in diverse states like New Jersey, Texas, Oregon, and Washington, she embraces different cultures and experiences.
With a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Crystal is driven by her passion for empowering individuals. She serves as a forensic interviewer at the Children’s Advocacy Alliance, witnessing the remarkable transformation from victim to survivor. Committed to fostering safe, accepting, and nurturing environments, she believes everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive and succeed. Crystal’s guiding motto is to find joy each day in the healing journey of others.
With her love for nature, dedication to family, and unwavering commitment to making a positive impact, Crystal’s presence enriches both the lives of those around her and the community she serves.
Tina Green
Forensic Interviewer
Jennifer Riney
Family Advocate
Hope Crawford
Family Advocate
Brooke Lasley
Family Advocate
Brooke Lasley is a Family Advocate in our satellite office in Clinton. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Social Work with a minor in Child Advocacy from Arkansas State University in Jonesboro. Brooke started working as a Family Service Worker for the Department of Children and Family Services in 2019 and is looking forward to using that experience to help the satellite office grow and become a stronger resource for the community. Brooke is originally from Bryant, AR but currently resides in Shirley.
Carrie Curtis
Advocate Supervisor
Carrie was born and raised here in Arkansas and spent most of her childhood in Pangburn, Arkansas. She moved to Conway after high school to attend the University of Central Arkansas. She graduated from UCA in 1998 and remained in Conway for the community. “I loved the community and felt like a could make my home here. I have resided here ever since raising my 13 year old daughter and our assorted pets.”
Carrie had many opportunities in her youth to be able to volunteer for multiple organizations and learned quickly how fulfilling it was to help others and become a part of healing experiences. Carrie has spent almost two decades working with victims of abuse. She is thrilled to continue her career in helping protect and serve the smallest of those that need us the most.
Crystal Dendy
Advocate Engagement Specialist
Crystal brings with her a decade of experience in the child welfare field. In addition to being a former foster and adoptive parent, she also trained prospective foster and adoptive families across the state and coordinated awareness efforts for foster care regionally. She brings both a personal and professional devotion to the mission of the CAA and to her role as CASA Advocate Engagement Specialist. She earned her bachelor’s degree in early childhood education from the University of Central Arkansas. Prior to joining the CAA team, she worked in state government and nonprofit leadership.
Crystal is a Central Arkansas native. Originally from Cabot, she moved to Conway in 2005, fell in love with the community, and resides here still with her husband, Chris, their four children, and three dogs. On any given weekend you can find her in her kitchen baking and decorating cakes.