Meet Our Team

---

Executive Director, Administrator

Bob Phillips graduated with a bachelor’s in psychology from Cal Baptist in ’86 and a Masters in Family Counselling from University of San Francisco in ’89s. He began working with Krista in 1992, beginning as a therapist and then transitioning into a case management position. In 2010, Bob officially became the Executive Director of Krista Foster Homes. He has been married to his wife Sharon for 38 years, is a dad to 9 kids, and a grandparent to 9 grandkids! When he’s not transporting kids or filling out paperwork, you can find him walking on the beach, at target practice, or playing with his grandkids. 

 Finance & HR Manager 

  Kendra Spencer graduated from Simpson University in 2019 with her bachelor’s in psychology, and is currently in an MBA in Healthcare Management program at Western Governor’s University. She has worked in the social work world for 4 months, but has worked in the healthcare world for 2 ½ years. She will be married to her husband, Joe, for 2 years in November and she is expecting her first kiddo in January 2022! When she’s not working, you can find her visiting the coast, shopping, or trying a new Thai restaurant!

Executive Assistant & Social Media Manger

Moriah Willis is currently working towards finishing her undergrad in Social Work and hopes to eventually begin a master’s program to obtain her MSW. She worked as a nanny for over 10 years, including foster families in the community. Moriah loves working hands on with kids and families and looks forward to working in case management. When Moriah is not at the office, she’s usually nannying kiddos, reading a book, cooking a new recipe, or watching The Bachelor with her friends! 

THP-NMD Social Worker, RFA Coordinator

Rebekah graduated with a bachelor’s in Psychology and Social Behavior from UC Irvine in 2014 and is currently attending Arizona State University for her MSW. She previously worked in a business management position but transitioned into her current field to do something thing more meaningful and make an impact on local youth. She has 7 years of experience working in the mental health profession and currently also interns at Empower Tehama. Her favorite hobbies are hiking, playing piano, watching the newest Netflix show, or playing with her cat Gupta!

FFA & THP-NMD Social Worker 

Kaitlyn Maddox graduated from Simpson University in 2021 with her bachelor's in Psychology. This Fall she will start her master’s program at Simpson University to move towards her goal of becoming a LMFT. She has been a social worker for 3 months. Her previous experience includes mentoring young women and working at a counseling center for 2 years. She loves working with people and seeing them grow & change! When she is not working, you can find Kaitlyn working out, traveling, and connecting with new people!