Meet The Team
Debra Jones
Post Release Services Intake & QA Coordinator - Myrtle Beach
Debra has 23 years’ experience working in medical and behavioral health business offices. With her strong set of skills, proven track record of success, and passion for the field of mental health, she has a strong desire to assist those who most need her help. She loves spending time with her pastor husband, adult sons, grandchildren, and their church family. In her free time, she enjoys time at the pool, beach, or watching movies.
Kenny Dixon
PRS Regional Supervisor - Myrtle Beach
Kenny joined Bethany Christian Services in 2023. Prior to that, he served as a mental health technician and recreational therapy technician at Lighthouse Care Center of Conway. Kenny has held various administrative/leadership positions in outpatient and inpatient organizations in the Carolinas. He has a B.A. in psychology and an M.A. in organizational management with a concentration in human resources management. He has been involved in various volunteer programs including the Special Kid Sponsor Program, Julie’s Kids, and is currently working toward creating a non-profit with his wife. When he is not spending time with his wife and two sons, Kenny enjoys playing golf, fishing, relaxing on the beach, and watching all types of sports.
Michelle Van Horn
Post Release Community Liaison - Myrtle Beach
Originally from Virginia, Michelle started working in human services as a licensed Case Manager for the Virginia Department of Mental Health. She became a service coordinator for the Infant and Toddler Connection, in Culpeper Virginia, partnering with healthcare providers in supporting infants and children diagnosed with a developmental delay up to the age of 3. Having realized her passion to give back to her community, Michelle collaborated with church members and community leaders to develop programming and events connecting likeminded peers in Arlington, Virginia. After becoming a single mother in 2020, Michelle was inspired to continue working with vulnerable children and families at Bethany, as a thanks for all the support the Lord has brought her both personally and professionally.
Nayah Lewis
Office Manager - Myrtle Beach
Nayah is relatively new to the mental health industry but is no stranger to management. As a Coastal Carolina University biology major, she volunteered with multiple organizations including Freedom Readers and SOS Healthcare. After Coastal, Nayah worked with insurance agents to help establish, maintain, and manage their agencies to be self-sufficient. At Bethany, she keeps up the day-to-day of the office, helping as the command center for programs as well as assisting with post-adoption services. She enjoys watching movies, going to the gym, and spending time with her family and pets.
Nelson Delanuez
Home Study & Post-Release Services Case Manager - Myrtle Beach
With over two decades’ experience in ministry leadership, counseling, and education, Nelson is a dedicated professional committed to fostering spiritual growth and emotional well-being. Through past roles as a worship and care pastor, he has provided counseling, facilitated community outreach initiatives, and taught ESL, connecting his students with local services. He has a deep understanding of mental health dynamics within church and community settings. Nelson has a bachelor’s in clinical and counseling psychology from Regent University and is fluent in English and Spanish. He lives in Greenville, SC, with his wife, Dalia, and their three children.
Rachelle Walker
Home Study & Post-Release Services Case Manager - Myrtle Beach
As a case manager at Bethany, Rachelle hopes to cultivate safe environments where love and hospitality can be demonstrated through God’s Word to immigrant and refugee minors. Her faith in Jesus inspires her to be his feet to children and families. She enjoys traveling and helping people and has a special understanding for military families—her husband and her twin brother are both in the United States Armed Forces. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, playing the piano, modern dance, and spending time with family and friends.
Terry Windham
Home Study & Post-Release Services Regional Case Manager - Myrtle Beach
Terry’s passion is simple: She loves helping people navigate life a little easier. An Air Force veteran retiree of 32 years, she last worked for the Department of Veterans Affairs helping veterans seek appropriate services through case management. She earned BA degrees in Spanish and public health at Coastal Carolina University and went on get a master’s in nutrition education from American University. Her favorite hobbies are running, tennis, yard work, and hanging out with her family and dogs.
Yesie Hernandez
Home Study & Post-Release Services Lead Case Manager - Myrtle Beach
Yesie’s journey began as a teenager, migrating alone to the U.S. in search of better opportunities and facing the challenges of adapting to a new language and culture. Through various careers, she’s grown in her leadership skills as a manager, entrepreneur, life coach, and social worker. She earned a bachelor’s in psychology and criminal justice and a master’s in counseling rehabilitation from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine. A mother of three, she’s deeply rooted in her faith and believes that through service and compassion, she can fulfill God’s purpose for her and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
