Explain your position with DCAC: As a Forensic Interviewer, I provide the child with an opportunity to tell their story and truly listen to them. Previously, investigations had so many different disciplines when talking to the child about what happened to them. This can be both detrimental to the case and difficult for someone having […]
Meet Melissa Graham
Explain your position with DCAC: As a therapist, my job is primarily working face-to-face with children and their non-offending caregivers. We use evidence-based therapy practices to assess, diagnose, and treat symptoms of trauma. Our goal is always to help kids feel better and decrease trauma symptoms! Treatment empowers kiddos and their caregivers with coping skills and […]
A Note From the CEO
For many, it is time to prepare for the hustle and bustle that comes along with the holiday season. But universally, we can all agree that it’s a special time dedicated to giving thanks. As I walk through the halls of DCAC, I am inspired by the movement and activity that I see. I smile when I think […]
Meet Marisha DeVore
Explain your position with DCAC: I am one of two Children’s Programming Advocates. I manage waiting rooms and provide engaging, supportive, and psycho-education-based activities for every kiddo that enters our building; that includes but isn’t limited to FI, Therapy, and assisting CPS. I have a mini caseload of clients who I meet with weekly to […]
Meet Our New Board Members
The Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of five new members to the Board: Bill Eifert, Shamir Gonzalez, Rafael Maya, Hon. Valencia Nash, and Bill S. Richmond. We are pleased that these particular leaders have joined DCAC’s Board of Trustees. Each of them brings a wealth of experience […]
John Doe, age 14
John is a high school freshman who just transferred into his school mid-year. With a rough home life, John sought out community and family through teachers and friends. One teacher he especially confided in, and that teacher groomed him to not resist abuse. Confused, John told a friend about the relationship with a teacher. His friend, knowing this wasn’t […]
Restoring Hope for the Holidays
Although things may have looked different this year, the support of our community has remained the same. We are beyond grateful for the amount of support and thoughtfulness to this year’s Holiday of Hope contributions. This year we had OVER 100 donation donation drives collecting books, pajamas and toys for DCAC! It’s community members like […]
Breaking Records on on North Texas Giving Day
Without YOU we could not have DOUBLED our goal and raised $125,464 from 248 donors. These critical funds will go to support the operation of DCAC as we continue to bring hope and healing to children overcoming the trauma of abuse. A special thanks to our match contributors:DCAC Board of Trustees, DCAC Foundation Board of […]
Space to Share
DCAC Therapist Keila Barrentos shares this story:When I first met John Doe, age 12, he was extremely withdrawn. He refused to talk to anyone. In fact, upon introduction, his mom said to me, “Good luck, he doesn’t talk to anyone.” When I started building rapport with John I asked what were some of his favorite things […]
Jane Doe, age 9
Jane is 9 years old. She lives in Dallas with her parents and two siblings. Her father’s business partner and fraternity brother has always been close to the family, but only he and Jane know his deepest secrets. Jane began to regress in school, and a caring teacher, trained by DCAC, knew something wasn’t right. […]
