Stephanie Strianse, Ph.D., MA, HS-BCP, Psy-A

Director of Program Operations (PSH and RRH Programs)

Fun Fact: I can make homemade pasta from scratch.
Pronouns: she/her

Stephanie Strianse is a skilled psychology professional with over a decade of experience in the field. Her areas of focus include addressing the needs of individuals and families living with mental health conditions and substance use disorders.

Her extensive, client-centered field experience includes serving as the Director of Program Operations at Metropolitan Educational Solutions, LLC (MES) in Washington, D.C., providing community-based case management services to over 700 formerly homeless individuals and families. Stephanie began working with MES in 2013 as a Case Manager and moved into her current role in 2016. Ms. Strianse is an experienced training facilitator on topics such as crisis intervention, project management, harm reduction, trauma-responsive care, and professional development. She is a contributing author to the manual “Careers in Counseling and Psychology: A Guide to Choosing the Right Career Path” and also serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Human Services-Board Certified Practitioner Exam development through NBCC.

Stephanie Strianse holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from George Washington University in Washington, D.C., and a master’s degree in Forensic Psychology from Marymount University in Arlington, Virginia. She holds a Ph.D. in Forensic Psychology from Walden University. She is a Licensed Psychology Associate in Washington, D.C., and a Human Services-Board Certified Practitioner.

Jamelia Hampton-Dugger, M.S.

Director of Case Management Services

Fun Fact: I am a twin. We both played basketball, and my nickname was Twin Towers.
Pronouns: she/her

Jamelia Hampton-Dugger has 20 years of experience in the social service field. She came to MES in 2014 as a Case Manager working with families. Since then, she has grown into leadership and now serves as the Director of Case Management Services. She believes that if you can heal the family, you can heal the world. Jamelia is a native of Washington, D.C. She is a twin and loves to watch sports and help others.

Jamelia has a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Bowie State University, and national certifications in peer support with NAADAC and DCAPC. She is committed to ending homelessness in DC through continued partnerships, client workshops, and excellent services to DC residents.

Natasha A Broaddus

Program Manager, Permanent Supportive Housing – Individuals

Fun Fact: Natasha enjoys spending time outdoors and often recharges through camping, hiking, and being in nature.
Pronouns: she/her

Natasha Broaddus began her career in service as a Counterintelligence Agent (97B) in the United States Army, where she specialized in identifying and countering foreign intelligence and international terrorist threats. Her training and expertise in forensic evidence collection, intelligence gathering, and threat analysis became pivotal during the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, when she and her team responded to facilitate logistics and gather critical intelligence.

Following her military service, Natasha and her husband started their family in Prince George’s County, Maryland, where she continues to homeschool her children for over 15 years.

Today, Natasha serves as the Program Manager for the PSH-Individual Team, where she supports 16 case managers, 389 clients and provides efforts to support clients in achieving housing stability, independence, and self-sufficiency. Her leadership reflects her lifelong commitment to service and her deep dedication to empowering others.

Tania N Arevalo Martinez

Clinical Director

Fun Fact: I am a fraternal twin.

Tania Arevalo Martinez, LICSW, is a compassionate and skilled clinical social worker committed to helping individuals and communities heal and thrive. With specialized training in psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma intervention, substance use recovery, and community outreach, she brings both expertise and empathy to her practice.

Born in Washington, D.C. and raised in Prince George’s County, Maryland, Tania’s discipline and determination as a youth athlete earned her a soccer scholarship, paving the way for her undergraduate studies in Psychology. Inspired by a deep passion for service and social justice, she pursued her Master of Social Work at Howard University, graduating summa cum laude at the top of her class.

Today, Tania continues to blend clinical skill with a strong commitment to equity and advocacy, empowering clients to overcome challenges and build meaningful change in their lives.

Renzikiel Regala, MSC

Program Assistant

Fun fact: I DJ on the side under my alias Portals.
Pronouns: she/they

Before joining Metropolitan Educational Solutions as their Program Assistant, Renzikiel brings with her over six years of experience as an executive assistant and office manager. In those six years, she has cultivated precision, intuitiveness, and a deep understanding of what it takes to support high-level leaders. She has spent the past three years working closely with a restaurant owner in Washington, DC, and previously held a similar role in San Francisco, where she sharpened her skills in fast-paced, hospitality-driven environments.

Originally from the Philippines, Renzikiel earned her bachelor’s degree in Legal Management from Ateneo de Manila University before pursuing a master’s in International Business at Hult International Business School in San Francisco.

Outside of work, Renzikiel finds joy in dancing to infectious beats, experimenting with DJing, and sharing home-cooked Filipino dishes with friends—bringing the same passion and creativity to her personal life that she brings to her professional one.

Jacques Mambo

Housing Navigator PSH

Fun fact: I am a people person.
Pronouns: he/him

Dr. Jacques K. Mambo has a Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration and spent 24 years in social work and case management. Dr. Jacques served in the United States Army for eight years and is originally from the DRC (The Democratic Republic of Congo, formerly Zaire). Besides the English language, Dr. Jacques is fluent in Swahili and French. Dr. Jacques continues to champion transforming people’s lives and helping them become self-sufficient.

Brian Anderson

Case Manager Supervisor – RRH

Fun fact: Outside of work, I have a passion for music and gardening, teaching others how to grow their own food and promote healthy eating to reclaim control over their plates.
Pronouns: he/him

Brian is a dedicated social work professional with a passion for empowering youth and advocating for marginalized communities. He earned his Bachelor’s in Sociology and Associate’s in Communication Studies from Frostburg State University in 2017, followed by a Master’s in Social Work with a concentration in Urban Children, Youth, and Families from Morgan State University in 2019.

While at Morgan, he led the Black Men in Social Work non-profit organization, focusing on the importance of Black men in the social work field through mentorship, volunteering, and professional development.

He began my career in 2017, working with Baltimore City youth as a behavioral counselor, supporting Black boys in setting and achieving S.M.A.R.T. goals for behavioral stabilization. He joined MES in 2021, where he worked as a case manager for two and a half years before transitioning into leadership as a Client Service Coordinator. He currently serves as the Case Manager Supervisor in the Rapid Rehousing Program, providing housing solutions and support to the unhoused population in DC.

Brian Anderson

Case Manager Supervisor – RRH

Fun fact: Outside of work, I have a passion for music and gardening, teaching others how to grow their own food and promote healthy eating to reclaim control over their plates.
Pronouns: he/him

Brian is a dedicated social work professional with a passion for empowering youth and advocating for marginalized communities. He earned his Bachelor’s in Sociology and Associate’s in Communication Studies from Frostburg State University in 2017, followed by a Master’s in Social Work with a concentration in Urban Children, Youth, and Families from Morgan State University in 2019.

While at Morgan, he led the Black Men in Social Work non-profit organization, focusing on the importance of Black men in the social work field through mentorship, volunteering, and professional development.

He began my career in 2017, working with Baltimore City youth as a behavioral counselor, supporting Black boys in setting and achieving S.M.A.R.T. goals for behavioral stabilization. He joined MES in 2021, where he worked as a case manager for two and a half years before transitioning into leadership as a Client Service Coordinator. He currently serves as the Case Manager Supervisor in the Rapid Rehousing Program, providing housing solutions and support to the unhoused population in DC.

Brian Anderson

Case Manager Supervisor – RRH

Fun fact: Outside of work, I have a passion for music and gardening, teaching others how to grow their own food and promote healthy eating to reclaim control over their plates.
Pronouns: he/him

Brian is a dedicated social work professional with a passion for empowering youth and advocating for marginalized communities. He earned his Bachelor’s in Sociology and Associate’s in Communication Studies from Frostburg State University in 2017, followed by a Master’s in Social Work with a concentration in Urban Children, Youth, and Families from Morgan State University in 2019.

While at Morgan, he led the Black Men in Social Work non-profit organization, focusing on the importance of Black men in the social work field through mentorship, volunteering, and professional development.

He began my career in 2017, working with Baltimore City youth as a behavioral counselor, supporting Black boys in setting and achieving S.M.A.R.T. goals for behavioral stabilization. He joined MES in 2021, where he worked as a case manager for two and a half years before transitioning into leadership as a Client Service Coordinator. He currently serves as the Case Manager Supervisor in the Rapid Rehousing Program, providing housing solutions and support to the unhoused population in DC.

Brian Anderson

Case Manager Supervisor – RRH

Fun fact: Outside of work, I have a passion for music and gardening, teaching others how to grow their own food and promote healthy eating to reclaim control over their plates.
Pronouns: he/him

Brian is a dedicated social work professional with a passion for empowering youth and advocating for marginalized communities. He earned his Bachelor’s in Sociology and Associate’s in Communication Studies from Frostburg State University in 2017, followed by a Master’s in Social Work with a concentration in Urban Children, Youth, and Families from Morgan State University in 2019.

While at Morgan, he led the Black Men in Social Work non-profit organization, focusing on the importance of Black men in the social work field through mentorship, volunteering, and professional development.

He began my career in 2017, working with Baltimore City youth as a behavioral counselor, supporting Black boys in setting and achieving S.M.A.R.T. goals for behavioral stabilization. He joined MES in 2021, where he worked as a case manager for two and a half years before transitioning into leadership as a Client Service Coordinator. He currently serves as the Case Manager Supervisor in the Rapid Rehousing Program, providing housing solutions and support to the unhoused population in DC.

Brian Anderson

Case Manager Supervisor – RRH

Fun fact: Outside of work, I have a passion for music and gardening, teaching others how to grow their own food and promote healthy eating to reclaim control over their plates.
Pronouns: he/him

Brian is a dedicated social work professional with a passion for empowering youth and advocating for marginalized communities. He earned his Bachelor’s in Sociology and Associate’s in Communication Studies from Frostburg State University in 2017, followed by a Master’s in Social Work with a concentration in Urban Children, Youth, and Families from Morgan State University in 2019.

While at Morgan, he led the Black Men in Social Work non-profit organization, focusing on the importance of Black men in the social work field through mentorship, volunteering, and professional development.

He began my career in 2017, working with Baltimore City youth as a behavioral counselor, supporting Black boys in setting and achieving S.M.A.R.T. goals for behavioral stabilization. He joined MES in 2021, where he worked as a case manager for two and a half years before transitioning into leadership as a Client Service Coordinator. He currently serves as the Case Manager Supervisor in the Rapid Rehousing Program, providing housing solutions and support to the unhoused population in DC.

Brian Anderson

Case Manager Supervisor – RRH

Fun fact: Outside of work, I have a passion for music and gardening, teaching others how to grow their own food and promote healthy eating to reclaim control over their plates.
Pronouns: he/him

Brian is a dedicated social work professional with a passion for empowering youth and advocating for marginalized communities. He earned his Bachelor’s in Sociology and Associate’s in Communication Studies from Frostburg State University in 2017, followed by a Master’s in Social Work with a concentration in Urban Children, Youth, and Families from Morgan State University in 2019.

While at Morgan, he led the Black Men in Social Work non-profit organization, focusing on the importance of Black men in the social work field through mentorship, volunteering, and professional development.

He began my career in 2017, working with Baltimore City youth as a behavioral counselor, supporting Black boys in setting and achieving S.M.A.R.T. goals for behavioral stabilization. He joined MES in 2021, where he worked as a case manager for two and a half years before transitioning into leadership as a Client Service Coordinator. He currently serves as the Case Manager Supervisor in the Rapid Rehousing Program, providing housing solutions and support to the unhoused population in DC.

Leigh Hill

Program Manager F

Fun fact: I love traveling and exploring new countries.
Pronouns: she/her

Leigh Hill is the Program Manager of Permanent Supportive Housing at Metropolitan Educational Solutions, LLC (MES). She has several years of experience in behavioral health and social services, providing leadership, case management oversight, and support to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Leigh is passionate about helping people achieve housing stability while empowering her team to deliver compassionate, person-centered care.

Leigh earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology at North Carolina A&T State University and is currently pursuing her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Tulane University. She is committed to advancing behavioral health services, promoting equity in housing, and making a lasting impact in the communities she serves.

Phyllis M Johns

Program Analyst

Fun fact: I love to dance and do water aerobics.
Pronouns: she/her

Debbie Gordon

Housing Navigator RRH

Fun fact: I love to go bowling.
Pronouns: she/her

Krystal M Davis

PSH Outreach Specialist

Fun fact: Krystal used to model and has hit some big stages, from Catwalk Classics in Showplace Arena, Howard University Fashion Show, The Bronner Brothers Hair Show & a special performances with D.C.’s own Wale.
Pronouns: she/her