The Shining Star team is comprised of staff with a variety of backgrounds. With more than 35 years combined in the field of mental and behavioral health, the team will work hard to meet your needs.
Diana Wade, CEO
Diana comes to Las Vegas from Southern California where she has worked as a supervisor and milieu specialist in a lock down facility for youth, and as a program director for a foster and adoptive agency. Upon coming to Las Vegas 8 years ago, Diana worked with a local behavioral health company as a PSR worker, HR manager, and finally executive director. Diana has a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology and is currently pursuing a doctorate degree in Organizational Leadership. Diana also teaches for the University of Phoenix, Las Vegas campus.
Diana can be reached at: buggy4di@aol.com
Celestial Croom, Director of Business Operations
Celestial originally comes from Hawaii and lived Southern California before settling in Las Vegas. She has over 15 years of administrative and office operation experience, including at a behavioral health agency, a major medical laboratory, and a national medical clinic.
Celestial can be reached at : celestial@shiningstarlv.com
Melissa Hildebrand, Direct and Safety Supervisor
Melissa has worked in mental/behavioral health for more than 3 years and is currently pursuing her Master's degree in mental health counseling. Melissa supervises both the BST/PSR staff and oversees the Safe -At - Home program. Melissa brings a strong work ethic and passion to the company.
Melissa can be reached at : melissa@shiningstarlv.com
Florence Sweet, LMFT, Clinical Supervisor
Florence is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the clinical supervisor as Shining Star. Florence has many years working in mental/behavioral health even prior to becoming a therapist. Her knowledge and desire to help others has made her a great fit for the agency and the work we do.
Florence can be reached at : florence@shiningstarlv.com
Sabrina Colson, Independent Living Coordinator
Sabrina comes to Shining Star with great passion and experience in working with youth. Shining Star is the sole contractor of IL classes through the Department of Family Services, serving youth 14 and older. Sabrina manages the program which offers 3 different classes. Sabrina's organizational skills and dedication has made her a strong leadership staff for Shining Star.
Sabrina can be reached at : sabrina@shiningstarlv.com
