Meet Our Team
Everyone who works at our agency has lived experience, either as a parent/guardian of a child with a Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) or Intellectual Developmental Disability (IDD) or a young adult between the ages of 18 and 28 years of age who has an SED diagnosis.
Executive Director
Latrieva Boston
I am honored to be able to lead this agency and work alongside people who want to make the world a better place for everyone. My youngest child is diagnosed with Angelman Syndrome, and there are many challenges, but there are so many more joys in being her mom. It is because of her that I found this career path. I love being able to help families and youth and connect with them so that they know they are not alone.
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"See the good in people and help them" - Gandhi
Family & Youth Services Manager
Vicki DeVould
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Office Coordinator
Erin Richardson
My name is Erin Richardson, and I have been parenting full-time for the last ten years. I stayed home with my daughter and decided to have her evaluated at 18 months of age because I had a “gut-feeling” that something wasn’t right. She was diagnosed with Sensory Processing Disorder. That challenge was co-existing with physical delays and anxiety symptoms. Our family’s path went directly into utilizing services of all kinds for several years. Over the years, she has gained social and coping skills that have helped her get through her days successfully. Throughout our journey, we became very aware of what mental health looked like for ourselves and in our home. I recently had my middle child evaluated, and he has been diagnosed with ADHD and Generalized Anxiety. As a family, we are able to approach these challenges without stigma or shame, being open in our family, and having hope for tomorrow. I want families to feel hopeful, supported, and build resiliency for their challenging days.
Family Support Partners (FSP)
Family Support Partner
Robin Hicks
I am a mother of a son with attention deficit disorder and an anxiety diagnosis.
I have experience in navigating through the school system, knowledge of special education rules and guidelines, and I can provide suggestions and tools for parents with “strong-willed” teens.
Family Support Partner
Mykah Balasa
My name is Mykah, and I have two daughters. My oldest daughter is adopted, and through this experience, I have gained knowledge about the aspects of the adoption process. She is diagnosed with Pragmatic Communication Disorder, ADHD, and multiple social anxiety disorders. Raising a child with these diagnoses has raised challenges, which have taught me how to advocate for IEPs and teacher involvement. During these challenges, I often felt alone. No one deserves to feel alone during this journey of parenting, and as a Family Support Partner, I’m here to ensure that doesn’t happen with the families I work with. It would be a privilege to walk alongside you as we face these challenges together.
Family Support Partner
Jennifer Emery
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Family Support Partner
Kayse Gale
My name is Kayse (sounds like Casey). I am mom to three awesome kiddos. My initiation into parenthood honestly felt like baptism by fire. I wish I had a me to help me through, especially those early years.
My oldest child and only daughter was born with trisomy 18, a rare terminal genetic disorder that causes multiple severe impairments and a limited life expectancy. Her condition brought with it many unexpected complications, traumas, and extended ICU stays.
Despite the odds being stacked against her and her multiple severe impairments, she lived a full and vibrant life for ten and a half years.
She inspired me to advocate for her and children like her early on in our journey. I became the state representative for SOFT, an organization that advocates for families like mine. During her life, we changed the culture of care at 2 hospitals in our state. She also became the first person in Michigan with her disorder to be allowed to give the gift of life. My journey with her cultivated a deep passion in my soul for advocating for families facing complex medical and mental health challenges.
I also have a son with autism. My journey with him has deepened my understanding of the complexities of navigating the system to find adequate support for children with developmental and mental health needs.
I am very excited to be able to help empower families to learn, grow, and advocate for themselves and to help them connect with the resources they need to not only survive but thrive.
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Youth Peer Support Specialist (YPSS)
Youth Peer Support Specialist & Facilitator
Kati McClish
Hi, I'm Kati McClish, and I serve as a Youth Peer Support Specialist and the Youth Involvement Coordinator here at ASK Family Services. I am passionate about empowering youth to find their voice, build confidence, and discover their strengths.
Before joining ASK, I taught high school Biology and Anatomy & Physiology. That experience shaped my belief that young people thrive when they are supported both academically and personally, and it taught me the importance of meeting youth where they are.
At ASK, I focus on creating safe, engaging, and creative spaces where youth can practice leadership, communication, and self-advocacy skills. I enjoy designing interactive activities that help youth connect, grow, and feel valued.
Outside of work, I enjoy exploring local beaches, festivals, and fairs. Most importantly, I like spending time with family and friends.
Youth Peer Support Specialist
Felix Owinga
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Youth Peer Support Specialist
Gabriella Smith
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