Meet The Team
Tarsha Gale
Executive Branch Director - Southeast Michigan, Detroit, Flint
Tarsha brings over 20 years’ experience in various roles within child and family services. She started her social services career in prevention services, has lived experience supporting youth aging out of foster care, has experience licensing and training foster families, and has contributed to the development and success of programming in leadership roles. Her unwavering commitment to integrity, empathy, and curiosity drives her passion for developing innovative solutions to the challenges faced by families and children in SE Michigan. Tarsha firmly believes everyone can thrive with proper support, love, and resources. As she serves, Tarsha seeks to embody the spirit of compassion and empowerment, following Jesus’ example by inviting, serving, and empowering others to reach their full potential.
Karen Anderson
Office Manager - Detroit, Flint, Southeast Michigan
Karen knows Bethany’s mission and is committed to it. She assists the staff by ensuring the office runs efficiently, the customers are served well, and the teams have everything they need to do their work successfully. Karen believes God put her on the path of supporting children. She’s spent over two decades working for nonprofits committed to kids in need.
Katie Tallon
Foster Care Supervisor - Flint, Southeast Michigan
Katie obtained a bachelor’s degree in child and family development from Western Michigan University. During her time there, she interned at a foster care and adoption agency, which led to her passion for working with children and families in the child welfare system. She has continued that passion. Katie is committed to helping families find strength, support, and solutions to their circumstances.
Missy Parker-Miller
Community & Church Engagement Specialist - Detroit, Flint, Southeast Michigan
Missy has served in numerous roles with Bethany for two decades. She agrees with Bethany’s motto that “family changes everything” and works to positively impact the lives of the vulnerable children and families she serves. Missy and her husband are foster and adoptive parents with three biological children, four adopted children, and 10 grandchildren. She doesn’t view her work at Bethany as a job but as a ministry that brings her tremendous joy.
Nikole Granett
Foster Care Adoption Supervisor - Detroit, Flint, Southeast Michigan
Nikole has over four years’ child welfare experience and has experience in licensing, intake, and adoption. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Eastern Michigan University and a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Wayne State University. Nikole is committed to helping children find their forever families who will give them the love, support, and advocacy they need to help them grow into the best version of themselves.
Quinette Bowman, LLPC
Child Welfare Program Director - Detroit, Flint, Southeast Michigan
Quinette is skilled at developing innovative programs that address the mental health needs and spiritual well-being of the communities she serves. She believes it’s essential to recognize and respect the diversity of beliefs and perspectives within the community while finding common ground to work toward collective healing and well-being. Quinette has extensive experience in the field, including various certifications and a master’s degree in mental health counseling. Her ability to integrate the love of Christ into her work enables her to approach her clients with empathy, compassion, and a deep understanding of their worth and potential for growth.
Sheila Mounts
Safe Families Coordinator - Southeast Michigan, Detroit, Flint
Sheila Mounts has been employed with Bethany Christian Services since 2006. She has been the Safe Families for Children Coordinator since the program started in 2014. She has a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Wayne State University and a Master’s degree in Social Work from Wayne State as well. Sheila started her career as a foster care worker and supervisor before working for a managed care company for 13 years. Sheila has a son and daughter in law who live in South Africa and are expecting their first child. Sheila has 2 grown stepchildren and 4 grandchildren whom she adores. Sheila and her husband recently became licensed to do refugee foster care. Sheila is committed to helping parents in crisis through the local churches.
