Sexual Assault Center

• Education: Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology and Criminal Justice from Saginaw Valley State University.
• Favorite aspect of my role: Providing support to victims and offering aid in any way I am able.
• Outside Interests: Reading, spending time with friends and family, traveling (mainly to Disney World), and learning new things or information about the world around me.

Jess joined the Sexual Assault Center team at Child & Family Services in 2025 as the Victim Services Specialist with the Saginaw Police Department and affiliated departments. Prior to SAC, she worked in various roles at Bay Area Women’s Center and Saginaw Psychological Inc. Jess is excited to be part of the team and to provide support to fellow community members.

• Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work from Saginaw Valley State University
• Certifications and Licenses: LMSW, CCTP (Certified Clinical Trauma Professional)
• Specializations: EMDR, TF-CBT, and CPT
• Outside Interests: spending time with her family and getting lost in a good book

Annie brings over 15 years of clinical experience to Child & Family Services. Annie works with individuals who are managing anxiety and depression symptoms, and those who are facing various life transitions and need support. Annie also has a passion for supporting survivors of sexual trauma and those around them who have been affected by the sexual violence. Annie works with individuals ranging from adolescence and up.

• Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work from Saginaw Valley State University
• Certifications and Licenses: Clinical LMSW
• Specializations: EMDR, CPT, and TF-CBT
• Professional Organizations: NASW (National Association of Social Workers)
• Outside Interests: reading, cooking, and crafting

Mishelle has several years of experience working with survivors of trauma. She has experience working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, as well as teens and adults of any age. She works to provide client-centered care with every session.

• Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Family Studies and Psychology from Central Michigan University
• Favorite Part of the Job: Being a consistent and loyal piece of the criminal justice system for people walking through an unpredictable, frightening time.
• Outside Interests: spending time with her husband and two children, kayaking, hiking, sunshine, as well as word/jigsaw puzzles

As the Legal Advocate at C&FS, Tracy’s focus is supporting sexual violence survivors and their families through the criminal justice process, both physically and emotionally. It is important that victims know and understand their rights while also being prepared for any court hearing they may participate in. Tracy assists in providing that information to clients while also reminding them that they are never alone.

• Favorite part of my job: Training volunteers to be victim advocates and celebrating their success in offering stability and safety to victims of sexual assault as they endure the evidence-collection process.
• Outside interests: Visiting craft breweries with my partner, making music with friends, spending time with my dog, gardening, quilting, and D&D.

As the Crisis Services Coordinator, Allison provides direct crisis intervention services to victims of sexual assault, manages a team of volunteer victim advocates, nurtures the Sexual Assault Center’s relationship with partner programs such as the SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) team, and coordinates the community SART (Sexual Assault Response Team.) Allison helps to ensure that victims of sexual assault in Saginaw County receive a comprehensive, trauma-informed, victim-centered, coordinated response at every level of care.

• Education:Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice from Saginaw Valley State University.
• Favorite aspect of my role: helping individuals obtain information and assistance as needed. Meeting people and building partnerships to coordinate best efforts for the victim.
• Outside Interests:any outside activities, reading, cooking, spending time with family, and watching a good scary movie.

Elizabeth recently started this role with Child & Family Services as the Victim Services Specialist for Saginaw Police Department and affiliated departments. Prior to this opportunity, she was working with Saginaw Police Department in Technical Services. Elizabeth has experience with positive interactions and assisting citizens, victims, officers, and partnering agencies. Elizabeth is ecstatic to be part of the team and to provide support for all who need assistance.