360 Youth Services

Who We Are: Together, We’re a Lifeline

COUNSELING, HOUSING, AND PREVENTION—WITHOUT JUDGEMENT SINCE 1971

For more than 50 years, 360 Youth Services has been a trusted resource for young people and families in Naperville, Aurora and other communities within the surrounding western suburbs of DuPage and Kane County.

Our mission is to provide life-changing services to youth through substance use prevention education, counseling and housing.

Our vision is a community where all youth possess the necessary skills to successfully navigate life’s challenges.

Empowering Every Young Voice

CHAMPIONING SAFETY, SUPPORT AND BELONGING

Every young person—regardless of ability, identity, or background—deserves to feel safe, supported, and valued. At 360 Youth Services, we provide inclusive, youth-centered programs that help young people find safety, strength, and belonging. Guided by our core values—Affirming, Authentic, Compassionate, Empowering, Inclusive, and Respectful—we ensure every youth experiences care that honors who they are. Together, we’re creating a community where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters.

MEET OUR LEADERSHIP

POWERING PROGRESS TOGETHER

Meet the dedicated people driving progress and creating real change for youth every day.

At 360 Youth Services, our team is made up of dedicated professionals focused on helping young people and their families through prevention, counseling, housing, and development. Together, we bring expertise, compassion, and strong community ties to create meaningful, lasting change.

Bob Haennicke,

LCSW

HE/HIM

Associate Vice President of Preventative and Community Services

Matt Cassity

HE/HIM

Prevention Director

Brea Hayes

SHE/HER

Development
Director

Jaclyn LaPorte,

MS, LCPC

SHE/HER

Director of
Clinical Services

Valerie Tawrel,

MHS CADC

SHE/HER

Housing
Director

Brenna Woodley

SHE/HER

Chair

Melvin Faulkner

HE/HIM

Vice Chair / Treasurer

Bruce Meier

HE/HIM

Vice Chair

Gretchen Winter

SHE/HER

Vice Chair

Robert Blackwell

HE/HIM

Board Member

Mary Lou Byrum

SHE/HER

Board Member

Laurie Erickson

SHE/HER

Board Member

Kris Mahon

SHE/HER

Board Member

Martin Staehlin

Marty Staehlin

HE/HIM

Board Member

Mike Bertrand,

MSW, LCSW

HE/HIM

President and CEO

LaTasha Roberson-Guifarro,

MSW, LCSW

SHE/HER

VP & Chief Operating Officer, Privacy Officer

Bill Geis, M.Div.

HE/HIM

VP and Chief Organizational Development Officer

Dhiren Shah,

CMA, CPA

HE/HIM

VP and Chief Financial Officer

Cheryl Wendt,

CFRE

SHE/HER

VP and Chief Development Officer

Transparency You Can Trust

COMMITTED TO ACCOUNTABILITY, INTEGRITY, AND THE SUPPORTERS WHO MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE

At 360 Youth Services, we take our commitment to our mission—and to the donors who make it possible—very seriously. We believe in openness and accountability.

Explore our most recent Financial Snapshot or review our Annual Report to see how your support is creating lasting impact in the lives of youth.

360 Youth Services is proud to be recognized as a GuideStar Platinum Participant, reflecting our dedication to transparency and trust.

Leading the Way in LGBTQ+ Inclusion

RECOGNIZED FOR CREATING AFFIRMING, INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENTS FOR LGBTQ+ YOUTH

We’re proud to have earned the designation of Innovator Tier by the Human Rights Campaign. This highest distinction honors agencies that go beyond a strong foundation to implement innovative approaches to LGBTQ+ inclusion and demonstrate leadership in creating affirming environments for youth.

Learn more about the Human Rights Campaign.