Meet Our Staff

Dr. Kathy Quick
Executive Director

kathy@pmhca.org
As the Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Mental Health Consumers' Association (PMHCA), Dr. Quick is very invested in ensuring that individuals in recovery from mental illness have their voices heard. Dr. Quick is in long-term recovery from mental illness as well as alcohol addiction, and she shares her story to inspire others to embrace recovery and hope. Dr. Quick received her bachelor's degree from Penn State University in 1998, majoring in Criminal Justice. She went on to receive a master’s degree in social work from Temple University in 2005, and her Doctorate in Social Work from Capella University in 2020. She has accumulated over 20 years of experience in providing treatment services in mental health, family treatment, children's services, substance use disorder treatment, and local government before joining PMHCA. Dr. Quick is a resident of Schuylkill County with her husband, German Shepherd Duke, and 3 cats – Little AK, Molly and Princess Fiona. Dr. Quick's recovery tools include reading, hunting, painting, crocheting, counted cross-stitch, and gardening.

 Tyler Eppley
Director of Operations

tyler@pmhca.org

Tyler has worked for PMHCA since August of 2001. He's been a drummer since he was 3 years old and is in and has played in a countless number of bands since his high school days (None of them successful). He loves spending time with his wife, Dana, and two pups, Daisy and Chi-Chi. He loves gaming and watching sports, especially his beloved New York Islanders.

Tristan Schnoke
PMHCA Program Director

tristan@pmhca.org

Tristan Schnoke is a young adult who is married, is a mom, and also has a mental illness that she battles every single day.  She has learned to grow through things instead of trying to jump over them and that has helped her to become a strong advocate for other young people who struggle with mental health and traumatic experiences. As the Program Director at PMHCA, Tristan's goal is to make sure that everyone's experiences are being included, heard, and understood when changes to the mental health system are being made. You have a voice, and we need to hear it!

Kevin Puskaric, CPS, CRS, CFRS, CPSS
YMPA Program Director

kevin@pmhca.org
Kevin Puskaric is a dedicated professional with over a decade of experience in youth peer support, program implementation, and public speaking. As the Program Director for Youth MOVE PA, he specializes in evidence-based curricula and trauma-informed practices, ensuring high-quality service delivery and compliance with grant requirements. Kevin has earned multiple certifications, including Peer Specialist, Recovery Specialist, and Family Recovery Specialist, which empower him to effectively serve his community. Kevin's dedication to representing the voice of our youth is rooted in his own life experiences. Throughout his career, Kevin has spearheaded statewide initiatives aimed at promoting wellness, resilience, and recovery among adolescents. His commitment to youth engagement is exemplified by his receipt of the Dr. Gary M. Blau Professional of the Year Award, which recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to supporting youth voice and integrating it into their work. Through his advocacy and expertise, Kevin actively supports youth peer initiatives across Pennsylvania, showcasing his passion for empowering the youth population and fostering a supportive community for their growth and recovery.

Kim Brown, CPS
Administrative Support Director

kim@pmhca.org

Kimberly Brown is the Administrative Support Coordinator for PMHCA and YMPA. She became a Certified Peer Specialist in 2023. In her spare time, she enjoys motorcycle riding with her husband and spending time with their two children, family, and friends.

Tyanna Marge
Training & Education Coordinator

tyanna@pmhca.org
Tyanna Marge, CRS, CFRS, CCHW, CPS became a Certified Recovery Specialist in June of 2023 and a Certified Family Recovery Specialist and Certified Community Health Worker and Certified Peer Specialist Certification in 2024. She recently celebrated 8 years of substance use recovery and 6 years of recovery from mental health-related conditions. She has lived experience with borderline personality disorder, bipolar, anxiety, and ADHD since her early teen years and through her adverse life experiences has grown a passion for advocacy. Her passions lie in the forensics involved and youth and young adult populations. Tyanna is an avid intellectual, enjoys learning more than anything else, and is pursuing her bachelor's degree in psychology with a concentration in Addiction Studies. She also enjoys spending time with her 4 children and her husband, organization, playing video games, and snuggling her pet cat and bunny.

Candijoy Myers, CPS, CRS, CFRS
Peer Coordinator

candi@pmhca.org
Candi's journey into advocacy work began in 2021 when she became employed at Peerstar and became a Certified Peer Specialist. While employed through Peerstar she received a promotion as the Community Support Ambassador for Clearfield and Jefferson counties. During her time as a Community Support Ambassador, she won an award for outstanding mental health advocate of the year from Skills of North Central PA. She started a lot of different events in her community for CSP. She was a member of the suicide prevention team and chaired their walk last year. She is involved with the heroin and overdose task force in her community. She plans to use her lived experience and training to help rejuvenate the community support program in the central region, while hopefully building ties to other regions in the state. She is excited to be able to advocate for people in recovery because she also suffered from substance use disorder and depression. She is also a suicide loss survivor so has strong ties to suicide prevention in our state. Candi has five kids and lives in the North Central part of Pennsylvania. In her spare time, she enjoys kayaking, fishing, and spending time with her family. She feels her family is her greatest accomplishment in everything that she does.

Elizabeth Noecker, CPS
Youth & Young Adult HT Coordinator

elizabeth@pmhca.org

Elizabeth N. serves as the Youth & Young Adult Coordinator at Youth MOVE PA, where she leads initiatives under the Healthy Transitions Grant for Luzerne-Wyoming Counties. Her role is centered on building, supporting, and sustaining Youth MOVE Revolution’s local chapter, fostering youth empowerment and community resilience. She is currently attending college for her bachelor’s degree in psychology. Elizabeth has lived experience with bipolar disorder, PTSD, panic disorder, major depressive disorder, psychosis, and dissociative disorder. In 2016 Elizabeth graduated from Northampton Community College with an associate degree in funeral service, allowing her to understand the grieving process and how it affects mental health. Elizabeth is an empath who is passionate about advocating and assisting those in need. Elizabeth enjoys crocheting, writing, spending time with her cats and husband. She enjoys challenges and problem-solving and is committed to her work.

Chandler Nolet, CPS, CRS, CFRS
Peer Coordinator

chandler@pmhca.org
Chandler Nolet is a Peer Coordinator at Youth Move Pennsylvania. Chandler holds Pennsylvania Certifications as a Peer Specialist, Recovery Specialist, and Family Recovery Specialist. With lived experience in mental health, substance use, and the juvenile justice system, Chandler is dedicated to meeting youth where they are and offering hope. Beyond work, Chandler continues their own recovery journey while supporting others in theirs.