​​Beth Kreitl, EdS, LMHC, RYT (She/Her) | Executive Director & Co-Founder​
Beth Kreitl is passionate about uplifting communities through training, education, and access. At her core, she believes communities can be empowered when individuals harness their own authentic power. As such, she works with individuals through her counseling practice and serves the broader local and global community as co-founder and leader of We Bloom. For as long as she can remember, Beth has been drawn and committed to psychology, spirituality, self-growth, and deeply connecting. She wove these interests into her life from the time she was a child and has seen the fruits of pursuing a journey that focuses on interior freedom alongside outer purpose. She has worked in the corporate, higher education, and nonprofit sectors, serving most recently as Co-Director of Swim for Life Vietnam. Prior to that she served as Executive Director of Career Services at Seattle University following her time at Indiana University, where she was the Associate Director of Student Services. Beth also teaches yoga and facilitates workshops and retreats. 

​Beth earned her B.A. in French and International Business at High Point University and her M.S./Ed.S. in School and Counseling Psychology at Indiana University. She is a licensed mental health counselor, as well as a licensed teacher of swimming and water safety. To connect with Beth, please email her at [email protected].
Jodi Miller (She/Her) | Director of Recovery Café Indy​
Jodi is a passionate health & wellness coach and peer recovery coach dedicated to spreading peace and love in helping people live their best life in recovery. She joined the team after serving at Mental Health America of Indiana as Community Relations Manager and the Deputy Director & Peer Supervisor for the Indiana Addictions Issues Coalition, where she also sat on the IAIC Board. Prior to joining MHAI, Jodi was the Women’s Coordinator for the Supportive Living Program at Fairbanks Treatment Center.

Jodi is an alumna of Ball State University and is a Certified Health & Wellness Coach with Wellcoaches. In addition, she was one of first people in the state of Indiana to be Certified as an Addiction Peer Recovery Coach, Level II. Jodi co-hosts the “Beyond Substance Podcast” and is also the founder of Refuel Wellness, a women’s mindfulness program that is part of the Launch Hope program at the Hamilton County Jail.

Fun facts about Jodi are that she loves music and planning RV trips with her husband, two boys and friends to see their favorite bands play locally and around the country, including at Red Rocks in Colorado and at the Sphere in Las Vegas. To connect with Jodi, please email her at [email protected].
Te'Nia Jackson (She/Her) | Human Resources Generalist
Te’Nia graduated from Indiana University Indianapolis in May of 2020 with a Bachelor’s degree in Health Service Administration. During her time at IU Indy she interned at Cancer Support Community which developed her passion for non-profit organizations and being able to directly help communities of people who were in need. After graduation, she worked as an Operations Coordinator, HR Manager, and Chief of Staff which cultivated her strengths in payroll management, process implementation, HRIS administration, training, and operations management. In her free time, Te’Nia enjoys baking, outdoor walks, spending time with family and friends, and traveling! To connect with Te'Nia, please email her at [email protected].
Mallory Joest (She/Her) | Financial Controller
Mallory is a University of Southern Indiana graduate with a BS in Accounting & Professional Services.  She has over 12 years of experience in accounting, including the nonprofit industry.  With a strong background in GL accounting, budget analysis, and process improvement, she is driven by a deep commitment to financial accuracy and efficiency.  Passionate about the work at We Bloom, she believes every individual has inherent worth and potential and understands the importance of providing support.  She advocates for mental health both through her role at We Bloom and her own nonprofit business.  Outside of work, Mallory enjoys spending time with family and friends and loves weightlifting and running. To connect with Mallory, please reach her at [email protected].
Jasmine Vance, MSIOP (She/Her) | Associate Director of Catalyst Programs
Jasmine graduated from DePauw University with a Bachelor of Arts in 2018. Upon graduation, she spent the next few years working in the social work field doing case management, strategic planning, and problem solving. During the pandemic, Jasmine pursued her Masters of Science and graduated in 2022. Jasmine has since pivoted from social work and found she is passionate about organizational development with a current focus on project/program management and identifying training and development needs. In her role at We Bloom, Jasmine oversees and is implementing the Member Financial Assistance program across Recovery Cafés in Indiana. She enjoys collaborating with others and building relationships with members in the Café.

​Fun facts about Jasmine are that she was born and raised in Chicago, her favorite candy is Turtles and Snickers, and she loves her pink and green 😊 skee-wee! To connect with Jasmine, please reach her at [email protected].
Amelia Miller (She/Her) | Discovery Café Catalyst Coach
Amelia has been empowering young people and youth workers for the past 20 years through leadership development and programs supporting overall well-being. She believes we’re never too young or too old to change the world, even by changing just one life. At We Bloom, she works to support and expand the network of Discovery Cafés in communities across the country.
 
Amelia has worked previously as a Community Initiatives Coordinator at the Marion County Commission on Youth; as Key Club Leadership Specialist at Kiwanis International; as Executive Director of the Perry Township Education Foundation; and as Executive Director of the Indiana Chapter of Multiplying Good. She facilitates trainings for the Center for Racial Justice in Education, where she is passionate about walking alongside students, teachers, and administrators as they work to dismantle racism in and out of school. Amelia has a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science with a minor in International Human Rights from Webster University in St. Louis, MO and a Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management from IU Indianapolis. She is an AmeriCorps National Service Member and was nominated for a 2023 Outstanding AmeriCorps Alum Award through Serve Indiana.
 
In her free time, you can find her performing in or watching local community theatre, working toward her goal of visiting all 50 states by her 50th birthday, stalking the aisles of Goodwill for her next treasure, or cooking and sharing food with family and friends. To connect with Amelia, please reach her at [email protected].
Rhiannon Clayton (She/Her) | Senior Recovery Café Manager
Rhiannon is a compassionate social worker whose charismatic spark never goes unnoticed when she is around. She graduated from IUPUI with her Bachelor's in Social Work and a minor in Sociology. Rhi came to the Café as an intern in August of 2022 and has continued to show her love and dedication to our Members since. She is the embodiment of radical hospitality and is always willing to go the extra mile for her besties (the Members). Rhi enjoys spending her time going to concerts and loving on her cats, Rocket and Tusk. To connect with Rhi, please email her at [email protected].
Justin Mumford (He/Him) | Café and Resource Manager​
Justin is a student at IUPUI who hopes to become a Nurse Practitioner of Psychiatry. He has a long personal and professional history in recovery. He believes that even if you’re only able to help one person, that it has a profound effect on your community. He understands that recovery is not linear and accepts people as they are no matter where they are in their journey or what mistakes they make along the way. He enjoys working on art projects and spending time with his dog, Abby. To connect with Justin, please reach him at [email protected].
Mike Williams (He/Him) | Café Manager​
Mike Williams aka Big Mike is an empathetic person whose funny jokes never fails to brighten someone’s day. He currently attends Ivy Tech with a major in Digital Marketing. Mike simply asked if anyone was hiring and Rhi answered. Mike shows his love and dedication to Members day in and day out. He loves the saying and does his best to show radical hospitality and is always willing to go the extra mile for the Members. His mom inspires him daily. He enjoys spending her time going to movies, playing videogames and loving on Dogs! To connect with Mike, please reach him at [email protected].
Alexus Moore (She/Her) | Senior Discovery Café Manager
Alexus is a dedicated community advocate who is currently pursuing her bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in African American studies. Alexus began her career at a domestic violence shelter in Muncie, IN and worked with many different organizations assisting survivors of interpersonal violence. While working inside the shelter, Alexus noticed the complex barriers people face as they navigate trauma and try to start their recovery journeys. She then decided to pursue other social service opportunities; Alexus worked with youth inside the foster system, families struggling with financial stability, and aided organizations serving survivors at a macro-level. With her most recent role as Sexual Assault Response Programs Coordinator at the Indiana Coalition to End Sexual Assault and Human Trafficking, she was able to provide support, resources, and technical assistance to new and developing rape crisis centers and sexual assault response teams. Prior to that role, Alexus worked as the Program Coordinator for the INSPIRE program, at Lutheran Child and Family Services. She was able to create and implement processes and procedures to provide families with financial stability and assistance. To connect with Alexus, please reach her at [email protected].
Alyssa Newsom (She/Her) | Discovery Café Manager
Alyssa is a passionate social worker dedicated to creating safe spaces for all youth. She graduated in 2023 with her Bachelor's in Social Work and is currently working toward her Master's Degree. She found her passion for working with youth in her previous experience as a case manager and a social work intern in the school setting. As our Discovery Café Manager, Alyssa works with our youth directly to co-create spaces full of fun, inclusion, and compassion. She enjoys coloring in funky coloring books, taking her spoiled cat on walks, and spending time with her very large family. To connect with Alyssa, please email her at [email protected].