Meet Our Experts

Executive Director

Paula Condol, MS LPCC

Executive Director

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Paula Condol has been the Executive Director of the Dakota Children's Advocacy Center since 2000. She has a master's degree in Community Counseling from St. Cloud State University and is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of ND and a Certified Supervisor. Paula provides several evidence based treatment to kids and their families affected by trauma including Trauma Focused -Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Alternatives for Families-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (AF-CBT) and Problematic Sexual Behavior-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (PSB-CBT). She has also been trained in many adaptations of evidenced based practices including Honoring Children, Mending the Circle (Native American cultural adaption of TF-CBT), TF-CBT using Telehealth, and TF-CBT for Trafficked Youth. Paula is a certified TF-CBT supervisor and is trained in providing TF-CBT consultation calls. She is also an in-house train the trainer in PSB-CBT - school age. In 2020 Paula also became a national trainer in providing TF-CBT via telehealth and has assisted in training over a 1000 people in providing telehealth during the COVID Pandemic. In 2004 Paula help start the state chapter of CAC's in ND (CACND) and served as their Executive Director for 11 years. In addition to her work with CAC's she worked as an adjunct faculty member at the University of Mary Masters of Counseling program for 9 years teaching counseling to new providers. She is a member of many local, state and national task forces.

Skylar Helfrich, BSW

Forensic Interviewer - Dickinson

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Skylar is a Forensic interviewer at our Dickinson Clinic. She graduated from Minot State University with a Bachelor’s in Social Work in 2022. Before starting as a Forensic Interviewer, she did her undergraduate internship at the DCAC. She also has experience as an assistant teacher in childcare for 6 years. She received forensic interview training from the National Children’s Advocacy Center in 2022. Skylar went into social work because of her passion of helping people during difficult times and the DCAC allows her to do that. She loves working at the DCAC because of the help we provide to children and families who have experienced trauma.

Miranda Scherr, BSW

Forensic Interviewer

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Miranda is a forensic interviewer at our Bismarck Location. She has a bachelor’s degree in social work and minor in addiction counseling from Minot State University in 2020. She recently became part of the Crisis Intervention Team which was a 40-hour training through the National Institute of Corrections (NIC). She also has experience working with addiction in an institutional setting, as well as experience working with at risk/runaway youth in a residential setting. Miranda enjoys working with children/people who have experienced trauma in their life, and being an extra support for them while they are going through a difficult time in their life.

Carla Reinbold, BSW

Director of Forensic Services

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Advocacy

Serena Nichols

Lead Advocate

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Serena has been an advocate with the DCAC since 2020. She has worked extensively as a family advocate with child welfare for four years. She has her Bachelors of Science in Education Major in Social Sciences from Dickinson State University. Serena holds a North Dakota State Educator's License. She is a current member of the North Dakota Education Association. Serena has been formally trained in First Witness Training for Advocates Working with a Child Advocacy Center. Serena enjoys working to get to know families and being a support for them throughout their time in services at the DCAC.

Kyra Jaeger-LaRoche

Advocate - Dickinson

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Kyra joined our team in October of 2021. She graduated from Dickinson State University in 2019 with her Bachelor’s in Social Science Criminal Justice with a double minor in Psychology and Sociology. She has worked in crisis services since 2018 and is trained in Motivational Interviewing and Emotional De-escalation. Kyra enjoys working with children and helping their families navigate difficult situations. She finds it rewarding helping victims develop skills and obtain the resources they need. Her experience in working with victims of different crimes fuels her passion for helping children and their families during emotionally difficult times and providing a safe place for them.

Hallie Budnack

Advocate - Bismarck

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Hallie is originally from Parker, CO and graduated from Grand Canyon University in 2020 with her bachelor’s in Healthcare Administration. She graduated in 2022 with my Master’s of Public Administration with and emphasis in Healthcare Management from Grand Canyon University. Hallie has worked with case management within a healthcare setting since 2021 and is formally trained in motivational interviewing. She enjoys getting to know families and helping them find the resources they need throughout their time at the DCAC.

Mental Health Team

Abbigail Wehling, LPCC

Therapist

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Abbi is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. She earned her Master’s degree from the University of St. Thomas in 2014. She is currently licensed to provide therapy services in the states of Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota. Abbi has been formally trained in Trauma Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Problematic Sexual Behavior Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for School Age and Adolescents (PSB-CBT), Alternatives for Families Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (AF-CBT), Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI), and Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in Schools. She has also been trained in adaptations of evidenced based practices including Honoring Children, Mending the Circle (Native American cultural adaption of TF-CBT), TF-CBT using Telehealth, Abbi likes working with kids who come in having experienced trauma, who are worried they are not ever going to be able to move past it, and helping them learn skills and work through the trauma to leave the DCAC feeling more confident in themselves.

Eneida Vilella, MA, LPCC

Therapist

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Eneida Vilella, MA, LPCC is a Bilingual Therapist at the Dakota Children’s Advocacy Center. Eneida provides several evidence-based treatments to youth and their families affected by trauma in Spanish and English. She is trained in the following therapies: Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Alternatives for Families-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Problematic Sexual Behavior-Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Parent Child Interaction Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy and Structured Psychotherapy for Adolescents Responding to Chronic Stress. She has also been trained in adaptations of evidenced based practices including Honoring Children, Mending the Circle (Native American culture adaptation of TF-CBT), TF-CBT using Telehealth, and TF-CBT for Trafficked Youth. Eneida has presented nationally advocating for Language Justice in the world of Children’s Advocacy Centers. Eneida assisted in the launch of the Telehealth Outreach Program for Traumatized Youth in North Dakota and is a telehealth co-trainer nationwide.

Taryn Schlosser, MS, LPCC

Therapist

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Taryn is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and has been with the DCAC since 2020. She graduated from the University of Mary in 2020 with a Master’s of Science in Counseling. Taryn has formal training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Alternatives for Families Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (AF-CBT), and Problematic Sexual Behavior Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (PSB-CBT). She has also been trained in adaptations of evidenced based practices including Honoring Children, Mending the Circle (Native American cultural adaption of TF-CBT), TF-CBT using Telehealth, and TF-CBT for Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC). She has experience in therapy working with residential youth and children with trauma. Taryn enjoys working with youth and families to provide a safe place to achieve their therapy goals.

Brandee Huwe, MSW

Therapist

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Brandee has been an advocate with the DCAC since 2022. Brandee also interned with the DCAC as an undergraduate and as a postgraduate. She graduated from Florida State University in 2022 with her master’s degree in Social Work. She has started training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and is working on achieving her LMSW, so she can pursue her dream career of trauma-focused counseling. Prior to working at the DCAC, she worked with people with developmental disabilities for over 7 years and has extensive experience providing case management services. She chose to pursue a career in social work because it's not only something that she’s very passionate about, but it also provides the opportunity to work with a variety of different populations. She is grateful for the opportunity to help the families that we serve at the DCAC and is happy to be a part of a team of people committed to making the community a better place.

Devan Rohrich, MS

Therapist

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Devan is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor and joined the DCAC in May 2023. He graduated from the University of Mary in 2023 with a Master’s of Science in Counseling. Devan is receiving formal training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Problematic Sexual Behavior Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (PSB-CBT), and is working on earning his Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) licensure to better serve children. He has experience working with trauma, personality disorders, and individuals with disabilities. Devan is excited to promote hope, health, and healing to children and families experiencing hardship.

Rylee Kubischta

Mental Health Program Assistant

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Rylee joined the Dakota Children’s Advocacy Center team in January 2024. Here, she assists the therapist with scheduling, data entry, and child supervision. She also coordinates the Telehealth Program, which reaches youth who would otherwise not receive services due to traveling time/cost, childcare, and other various barriers. Rylee has a bachelor’s of science degree in Psychology, with a minor in music. She has experience working with at risk youth, and has a passion for helping those in need. She is excited to continue to help those in need, and plans to work at the DCAC through attending graduate school, with the goal of being a mental health therapist herself. With the help of the DCAC, Rylee is excited to reach her goals, and fulfill her passions in both a conventional and creative way.

Office Team

Jane Link

Director of Engagement and Development

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Jane Link has been the Director of Engagement and Development for the Dakota Children’s Advocacy Center since April 2021. She was born and raised in Bismarck and graduated from the University of North Dakota in 2000 with a B.A. in Communications, specializing in Public Relations. Jane has over 15 years of experience in fundraising, advertising and business management. She looks forward to helping the DCAC grow by increasing community awareness and support. If you’re an individual, or business, that would like to sponsor the DCAC or volunteer services, please contact Jane.

Alicia Rixen

Director of Operations

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Alicia Rixen joined the DCAC team in October of 2023 as our Director of Operations. She graduated with a major in history and international studies from the University of North Dakota and is currently working towards her MPA from UND. Prior to working for the DCAC she devoted her time to the North Dakota Human Trafficking Task Force since its inception in 2016 to help develop statewide teams to address the needs of communities in North Dakota. Alicia looks forward to fulfilling DCAC goals in promoting hope, health, and healing children and families.

Alissa Thiele

Communications and Event Coordinator

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Alissa Thiele joined the DCAC team in November of 2022 as our Communications and Event Coordinator. She was born and raised in Turtle Lake, ND and majored in Mass Communications at NDSU. Alissa has worked in marketing for nonprofits for the last 7 years. Her goal is to raise awareness and shine a light on the vital work that the staff at DCAC do every day to support our children and families.

Cheryl Evensvold

Accountant

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I joined the DCAC team in October of 2023 as the Accountant. I am originally from Palermo, ND. I graduated from Minot State University with a degree in accounting and business management. I have worked for several years for an agency serving survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking as the finance director and fiscal grant manager, and was executive director for an agency serving people with intellectual disabilities for several years. I feel privileged and excited to join the wonderful team at DCAC in supporting children and families to experience hope and healing.

Jessica Riveland

Prevention and Education Specialist

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Jessica joined the DCAC in September of 2024 as the Prevention and Education Specialist. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition with a minor in Psychology. With a background in community relations and training coordination, Jessica is committed to increasing awareness and providing essential education that empowers the community to keep children safe.

Sharla Roloff

Client Services Coordinator

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Sharla joined the DCAC team in January 2023 as the Client Services Coordinator. She is originally from Mandan, ND. Sharla graduated from Dickinson State University with a Bachelor of Science in Education and taught Kindergarten and 1st grade for a total of nine years. She's also worked as a foster parent for 7 years. Sharla is excited to be a part of the DCAC family and her goal is to continue to help children and families.

Linus

Therapy Dog


Linus joined the Dakota Children's Adovcacy Center in 2022. Linus loves to help kids feel safe and comfortable whenever they are visiting our facility for services. Linus helps calm fears and bring smiles to faces of children, families, and center staff.