OUR STAFF
EVA CHRISTENSEN | OUTREACH & EDUCATION COORDINATOR
SHE / HER / HERS | LatinxOutreach@namicc.org
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Driven by a deep understanding of the unique experiences within the Latiné community, Eva is passionate about empowering individuals and families through accessible mental health resources. She is currently honing her clinical skills as a student at the Lewis & Clark Graduate School of Counseling. Her rich professional background in marketing, content creation, and customer service provides a versatile foundation for her advocacy, perfectly reflecting NAMI’s mission to create a more supportive society for all.
JENNIFER GUTCHESS | OUTREACH & OFFICE COORDINATOR
SHE / HER / HERS | Outreach@namicc.org
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Jennifer is a long-time Milwaukie resident and has done administrative work for businesses and non-profit organizations. She has worked in property management, customer service, the legal field, and as an office manager for Clackamas Women’s Services. Having earned a philosophy degree from California State University Northridge, she cultivates a growth mindset and is always open to differing views and perspectives. She enjoys good natured debates, reading, hiking, crafting, and gardening. Being personally affected by a tragic loss that may have been prevented made it clear to Jennifer how vital robust and accessible mental health resources are to our community. She is happy to be able to facilitate outreach and access to these valuable resources and is glad to be part of the team at NAMI Clackamas.
SAGE HOMAN-MUISE | PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST
SHE / HER / HERS | Peerassist@namicc.org
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Sage holds a Bachelor's degree in Studio Art and has dedicated her career to using creativity as a means of connection, healing, and empowerment. With experience working among all ages and diverse communities, she has taught art and led outreach programs that center on inclusivity and supporting community. She deeply believes in the role of creative practice as a vital tool for mental health. She has both personal and family experience with mental illness, especially relating to neurodiversity, addiction, and disabilities.
Sage hopes to pursue a Master's in Clinical Social Work to further her impact in the field. She currently volunteers as a facilitator for the LGBTQ+ Support Group through NAMI Central Oregon. In her free time Sage enjoys trail running, hiking with her dog Sumi, reading, and knitting.
DAVE HUNT | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
HE / HIM / HIS | Dave@namicc.org
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Dave completed five terms representing Clackamas County in the Oregon House of Representatives. After meeting with NAMI Clackamas members while running for office, he successfully advocated for the passage of Oregon’s first mental health parity law in 2005. Under his leadership as Majority Leader and Speaker of the House, Oregon enacted health insurance for 90,000 uninsured children and 30,000 low-income adults, the historic 2009 Jobs and Transportation Act, Oregon’s first affordable housing trust fund, school-based health clinic expansion, creation of Oregon’s first Rainy Day Fund, and new revenue to protect health care and other critical services during the Great Recession.
He has served as executive director/CEO of three different non-profit associations: The Pacific Northwest Defense Coalition (PNDC) of 300 defense and security industry businesses, the Columbia River Channel Coalition of maritime-related organizations, and the Association of Pacific Ports.
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Dave later worked as a lobbyist in Salem, helping clients pass prescription drug price reforms, the most progressive Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance law in the U.S., large increases in Oregon State Police funding, record increases in community college and university funding, paid health insurance for college faculty, expanded physician assistant scope of practice, increased funding for Court Appointed Special Advocates serving foster kids, and emergency pandemic funding for BIPOC, women, and rural small businesses.
Born in Port Angeles, WA, Dave graduated from Sheldon High School in Eugene and Columbia University in New York. He served 10 years as a congressional staffer for U.S. Representatives Louise Slaughter (NY), Darlene Hooley (OR), and Brian Baird (WA). Dave is a former elected member of the Clackamas Community College Board and the Oregon City School Board, current vice chair of the City of Oregon City Budget Committee, chair of the Gaffney Lane Neighborhood Association, member of First Baptist Church of Oregon City, treasurer of the Association of Welcoming & Affirming Baptists (AWAB), past president of the Oregon City Rotary Club, and past national president of American Baptist Churches USA. Dave’s son Andrew is a Princeton University grad and software engineer in Seattle, and his daughter Emily is a University of Oregon and Berkeley Law School grad and public defense lawyer in Oakland.
Dave Hunt values the intersection of the non-profit, public, and private sectors and is pleased to bring his passion and commitment to mental health to NAMI Clackamas.
FRANKIE LANE | EVENT COORDINATOR & PEER SPECIALIST
THEY / THEM / THEIRS| PeerResources@namicc.org
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Frankie is a dedicated Peer Support Specialist and Event Coordinator at NAMI Clackamas. Originally from California, they moved to Oregon to earn a bachelor’s degree in Clinical Nutrition from Oregon State University. During their college years, Frankie faced their own mental health challenges and observed similar struggles among those around them. The support they received through therapy during this time reinforced their passion for mental health and inspired them to pursue a career in the field.
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Frankie has experience as a Crisis Counselor specializing in supporting LGBTQ+ teens and young adults. They also have experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, where they cared for individuals with dementia, mental illness, and various other conditions. These roles have deepened Frankie’s understanding of crisis intervention and compassionate care.
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Frankie plans to pursue a Master’s degree in Social Work with the goal of becoming a therapist specializing in LGBTQ+ issues. Outside of work, Frankie enjoys woodworking, cooking, weight lifting, and exploring the outdoors.
GARY MARSCHKE | OUTREACH & DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
HE / HIM / HIS | Gary@namicc.org
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A native of Buffalo NY and Portland resident since 1985, Gary has lived in the Concordia neighborhood since 1988. After more than 25 years in media, publishing, and consulting, he launched an encore career in 2000 recruiting volunteers and managing community projects. He launched an encore marriage in 1989 and has two daughters, a stepson, and three grandchildren.
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A chronic volunteer since being called to service as a fundraiser for “Jerry’s Kids” at the tender age of 8, Gary has been engaged in community service at various levels ever since -- from picking up trash and planting trees, to wrangling volunteers and chairing boards.
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Armed with a prolific contact network combined with a passion for making a difference, Gary serves on the Board of Colored Pencils Art & Culture Council, is a founding Executive Team member of the Aging Artfully Initiative, and is a member of the newly formed Portland Police Training Advisory Committee, along with the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) and Age Friendly Portland.
SHERI MASCORRO | VOLUNTEER & PROGRAMS MANAGER
SHE / HER / HERS | VolunteerCoor@namicc.org
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Sheri’s career has spanned both non-profit organizations and for-profit businesses, including developing and executing organizational strategies and new programs, as well as growing existing programs.
Driven by her desire to use her knowledge and experience to positively impact the lives of others, Sheri began volunteering with various non-profits in the areas of strategic business and operational plan development and implementation, board recruitment, fundraising and event management, community outreach, and recruiting and managing volunteers. She also earned a Non-Profit Management Certificate from Golden Gate University.
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Most recently Sheri was with Youth Homes, an organization in the SF Bay Area that provides mental health services, residential treatment, and care coordination for at-risk youth ages 16-25 who have experienced trauma, abuse, neglect, and severe mental health challenges. As the Mentor Program Manager, Sheri developed and managed a volunteer mentor program. When promoted to Workforce Development Manager, she developed and implemented an employment services program working with traumatized and abused foster and former foster youth, dealing with mental illness, homelessness, and substance abuse. Realizing that there was nowhere in the local community for youth to go to gain employment and life skills once they turned 18, Sheri helped raise funds and built and managed a Resource Center, developing and facilitating employment and life skills workshops, social activity events, and leadership skills development. Determined to help these youth as best she could, Sheri became a Global Career Development Facilitator and a Certified Career Services Provider.
As Director of Support Services, Sheri managed several programs supporting education, employment, housing and independent living skills in coordination with the mental health clinical staff.
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Sheri recently moved to Portland to be close to her two daughters. She is thrilled to have connected with NAMI Clackamas and is excited to work with everyone as Volunteer Coordinator, helping to bring awareness to the community and support those impacted by mental health issues.
LISA NELSON | PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST
SHE / HER / HERS | Peeraid@namicc.org
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Lisa Nelson is a Peer Support Specialist with a strong passion for supporting mental health services. Her mental health journey began at the age of 10, and she continues to apply and learn skills to maintain a positive mental health experience. Lisa is a state-certified Peer Wellness Specialist for adult mental health and addictions. She is also a trained NAMI Connections Peer Support Group facilitator. Lisa is committed to creating a supportive and confidential space for both clients and staff. She excels in communication and problem-solving. When not in the office, Lisa practices yoga, meditation, hiking, and enjoys most outdoor activities. Lisa has been a Clackamas County resident since 1989.
SUE PRENETA | PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST
SHE / HER / HERS | PeerSupport@namicc.org
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Sue comes to NAMI from the Center for Emotional Education where she studies and teaches how feelings work in our brains. She has personal experience with severe mental health issues and is a major advocate of emotional self-care.
What she appreciates most about being a Peer Support Specialist is getting to connect authentically in conversations about things that can be rough to talk about.
Sue is a Master's student in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Eastern Oregon University. When she's not peer-supporting or studying, she's walking among tall trees or hanging out with her kid.
TABI TRAUGHBER | EVENTS COORDINATOR
SHE / HER / HERS | Events@namicc.org
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Born and raised in Portland, Tabi returned to her home state after spending nineteen years in California. She is a former board member of NAMI Clackamas and a dedicated advocate for mental health awareness. A busy mother of three, Tabi also manages two side businesses and is a licensed realtor in two states. No matter where life has taken her, her passion for mental health has remained a constant focus in both her education and personal journey.
With over thirteen years of experience in property management, Tabi earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, with a minor in Education, from the University of California, Davis. During her time there, she interned at the MIND Institute, supporting the 22Q lab, while also working as a residential counselor at Crossroads Treatment Center. In this role, she helped adolescent girls navigate trauma, abuse, and recovery.
Tabi’s commitment to “mental wellness for all” is deeply personal. As a survivor of sexual assault and having lost her sister to suicide, she brings both empathy and authenticity to her work. She served as a NAMIWalks Sacramento Team Captain for nine years and was actively involved on the FaithNet team. After returning to Portland, she continued her involvement with NAMI, serving on the NAMI Clackamas board beginning in December 2022. She is driven to expand awareness and access to resources for individuals facing mental health challenges and the complexities of daily life.
In 2025, Tabi founded Resilience Events Inc., a nonprofit event planning organization dedicated to helping businesses host meaningful, high-quality events without exceeding their budgets. Through strong community partnerships, the organization also supports fundraising efforts for local causes. Its mission: “Bringing connection to community.”
Tabi is excited to continue building a career that blends her passion for event planning with her commitment to mental health advocacy.
GABRIEL ZINN | MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS INSTRUCTOR
HE / HIM / HIS | InstructorB@namicc.org
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Gabriel grew up in Portland, Oregon, and recently moved back after receiving his Masters in social work from the Smith School of Social Work. He has worked as a teacher, a writer, and as a member of several grassroots organizations serving the community here in Portland, including at the Columbia River Correctional Institute.
He is currently studying for his Oregon clinical licensure and is very excited for the opportunity to continue working within the carceral system and providing more resources to those caught up within it.