Meet Our Staff of Caring Professionals
Bobbi Tschirgi, Executive Director since January, 2004, educated in psychology and medical illustration, and leads a weekly spirituality class for the clients. A former President of House of Hope’s Board of Directors, Bobbi was the owner of a manufacturing business for 25 years.
Myrra Alo, Program Director, is a graduate of House of Hope. A CAADE certified domestic violence and alcohol and drug counselor, Myrra serves as Prop 36 Coordinator. Myrra facilitates four groups each week, with a focus on processing and the First Step.
Angela Degenhardt, Clinical Supervisor, holds a Masters Degree and is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. A former House of Hope Program Director, Angela facilitates a client enrichment course and advises the professional staff on program-related issues.
Chuck MacKinnon, Office Manager, is a project manager and business writer with a BA in English and a graduate certificate in Health Care Administration. Formerly executive director of IT and Worldwide Administration for Herbalife International, he was career Army Medical Service Corps officer.
Aaronya Lee, Counselor, is CAADE certified and holds a certificate in chemical dependency and human services. Aaronya provides individual and group counseling sessions and facilitate classes in Relapse Prevention 1& 2, Boundaries, and 12-step principles.
Disa Theis, Counselor, performed her internship with House of Hope for the CAADAC certification at Loyola Marymount University. Disa is CAADAC certified and assists with program administration and client recordkeeping, and facilitates client process groups.
Maricela Villalobos, Office Administrator, is a House of Hope graduate. Maricela is an experienced accounting specialist and expert user of Microsoft business software. She provides bookkeeping, property management, contract billing, administrative support, and handles donor communications.
Ernie Astwood, Night Manager, Sober Living Manager is a House of Hope graduate. Ernie ensures that clients have the nuturing and supportive environment they need for recovery and personal growth.
Kelly Friday, Sober Living Manager and Program Assistant, is a House of Hope graduate.
Cecelia Lebron, Weekend Manager, is a House of Hope graduate.
Dawn Hubbard, Weekend Night Manager, is a House of Hope graduate.