Our Staff

Jason & Gretchen Martinez

Co-Founders/Administrators

Jason and Gretchen started Mending Minds out of their own home after seeing a deficit in services needed for 2 of their 6 children. They have over 25 years of professional and personal experience combined between the two of them, which include but are not limited to: Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI’s), behavioral plans, Individualized Education Plans (IEP’s), schizophrenia, learning disabilities, and Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse (AODA). They work hands-on as skill development specialists, respite providers, and parent skills workers.

OUr team

Kaye

Regional Supervisor & Skills Development Specialist

Kaye is a graduate from the University of Wisconsin – Parkside with a Bachelors in Psychology. She has many years of personal and professional experience with behavioral and mental health disorders, PTSD, cognitive disabilities, and family therapies. She enjoys spending her time being artistic, playing video games, and hanging out with her pets.

Chloe

Regional Supervisor & Skills Development Specialist

Chloe is currently a student at the University of Wisconsin – Parkside studying Psychology. Chloe had years of childcare and mental health care experience before joining Mending Minds. When not working Chloe likes spending time with her partner, traveling, and attending concerts.

Hailey

Regional Supervisor & Skills Development Specialist

Hailey has years of personal and professional experience working with individuals with disabilities. If she is not at work, you can see her spending time with her family or completing jewel paintings.

Noble

Skills Development Specialist

Noble is currently studying at the University of Wisconsin – Parkside pursuing a Bachelors in Psychology. Noble has years of personal experience when it comes to friends and family struggling with mental health. Some of their favorite hobbies and interests include poetry, all types of games, and tv-show marathons.

Kristi

Skills Development Specialist

Kristi is presently pursuing a double major in Psychology and Spanish at the University of Wisconsin – Parkside. She has two years of Applied Behavior Analysis before joinging Mending Minds, as well as many personal experiences. When she is not at work or school, Kristi enjoys reading, outdoor activities, and traveling.

alex

Skills Development Specialist

Alex is currently studying Secondary Education at the University of Wisconsin – Parkside. Alex has personal and professional experience working with individuals diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, and other mental health disorders. In his free time Alex enjoys puzzles, board games, and spending time with his partner.

Khari

Skills Development Specialist

Khari is pursuing a degree in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin – Parkside. Before working for Mending Minds, Khari worked tutoring and mentoring youth in the Milwaukee area. Khari spends his time playing sports and volunteering when he isn’t at work.