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Protecting Your Rights Today.
Ensure your legal interests are safeguarded with expert lay practitioner representation from Mecartea and Associates PLLC, committed to your success.
Mecartea and Associates PLLC offers exceptional legal services and representation across the United States. Our dedicated team of experienced administrative lay practitioners are committed to delivering personalized solutions and unwavering advocacy. Trust us to protect your interests with integrity and professionalism, ensuring peace of mind every step of the way.
Mecartea & Associates PLLC Leadership
Our leadership team brings together experienced professionals from healthcare, behavioral health, child welfare, legal advocacy, nonprofit management, and community services. Their shared commitment to excellence, integrity, and innovation drives our mission of strengthening individuals, families, and communities through compassionate, high-quality care and advocacy.
Executive Leadership
Crystal Rebecca Freyer (Mecartea)
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
As Chief Executive Officer, Crystal Rebecca Mecartea provides the strategic vision and executive leadership that guides the organization’s continued growth and impact. He is dedicated to expanding access to high-quality services while fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and compassion.
Vacant:
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
The COO oversees daily operations across the organization, ensuring programs, services, and departments operate efficiently and effectively. His leadership focuses on operational excellence, organizational development, and delivering exceptional outcomes for those we serve.
Vacant:
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
The CFO leads the organization’s financial strategy, budgeting, compliance, and fiscal stewardship. She ensures responsible financial management that supports long-term sustainability and continued investment in programs that strengthen communities.
Ashley Mecartea
Executive Director
Ashley Mecartea provides executive oversight of organizational initiatives, program development, and community engagement. She works closely with leadership teams to advance the organization’s mission while ensuring high-quality service delivery and organizational excellence.
Senior Leadership
Derrick Bryd
Associate Director of Program Operations
Derrick Bryd supports operational leadership across multiple programs, focusing on program performance, quality improvement, and organizational efficiency to ensure services are delivered with excellence.
Ruchi J. Prajapati
In-House General Counsel
Ruchi J. Prajapati serves as the organization’s chief legal advisor, providing guidance on regulatory compliance, governance, risk management, contracts, and legal strategy to support the organization’s mission and operations.
Dr. Samuel Edgeston
Chief Clinical Officer
Dr. Samuel Edgeston leads the organization’s clinical vision, ensuring evidence-based practices, clinical excellence, and high standards of care across all behavioral health and healthcare programs.
Program Leadership
Michael C. Anderson
Director of State Adult & Children Foster Care Services
Oversees the Family Forever foster care programs in Arizona, Tennessee, Minnesota, and Oregon, ensuring high-quality services, regulatory compliance, and positive outcomes for children, adults, and families.
Rebecca Pirkle
Director of Community Network Division
Leads the Community Network Division, developing strategic partnerships and expanding member access to online communities for facebook and discord communities group operations.
Barrister Sergen Ecesay
Legal Director, SOAR Access to Justice Program
Provides leadership for the legal services and advocacy initiatives within the SOAR Access to Justice Program, expanding access to legal resources for underserved communities.
Sukhwinder Singh
Director of Advocacy Programs, SOAR Access to Justice Program
Leads advocacy initiatives focused on education, outreach, policy engagement, and empowering individuals and families through community-based support.
Dr. Tracy Griffin
Director of Clinical Services, The New View Behavioral Health Program
Provides clinical leadership for The New View Behavioral Health Program, ensuring evidence-based care, quality assurance, and exceptional behavioral health services.
Hannah Swift
Director of Community Living Services, Family Forever Program
Oversees Community Living Services, supporting individuals in achieving independence through person-centered residential and community-based programs.
Addie M. Jensen
Director of Non-Clinical Residential Services, The New View Behavioral Health Program
Leads non-clinical residential operations, ensuring safe, supportive, and high-quality residential environments that promote recovery, stability, and well-being.
Corrective Action Planning
Development and implementation of corrective action strategies following audits, investigations, or regulatory findings.
Corporate Misconduct Advocacy
Investigation support and advocacy regarding organizational misconduct, ethical violations, abuse of authority, and institutional failures
Public Benefits Representation
Assistance with obtaining, maintaining, appealing, and protecting eligibility for public assistance programs, including disability benefits, healthcare coverage, housing assistance, and related government services
Administrative Complaint Preparation & Filing
Preparation, drafting, and filing of administrative complaints involving discrimination, regulatory violations, civil rights issues, professional licensing matters, and institutional misconduct.
Authorized Representative Services
Acting as an authorized representative for individuals and organizations before government agencies, healthcare systems, educational institutions, and administrative bodies.
Systems Navigation Advocacy
Assistance navigating complex healthcare, educational, social service, disability, legal, and government systems to secure services, accommodations, and benefits.
ADA Title II & III Advocacy
Advocacy and enforcement support related to the Americans with Disabilities Act, including accessibility barriers, discrimination complaints, reasonable accommodations, and public access issues.
Disability Discrimination Advocacy
Representation for individuals experiencing discrimination based on disability in employment, education, housing, healthcare, or public accommodations.
Reasonable Accommodation Support
Assistance requesting, negotiating, documenting, and enforcing reasonable accommodations in workplaces, schools, housing, and public services.
Accessibility Complaints & Enforcement
Preparation and pursuit of accessibility complaints involving public entities, businesses, healthcare providers, educational institutions, and housing providers.
Civil Rights Advocacy
Protection and enforcement of individual civil rights through advocacy, complaint processes, administrative remedies, and institutional accountability efforts.
Police Misconduct Advocacy
Support for individuals and families affected by police misconduct, civil rights violations, excessive force, due process, discrimination, or improper administrative procedures.
Fair Housing Advocacy
Advocacy and representation involving housing discrimination, accessibility issues, landlord disputes, accommodation requests, and fair housing protections.
Healthcare Access Advocacy
Advocacy to secure appropriate healthcare services, medical treatment, insurance coverage, and access to providers and support programs.
Transition-Age Youth Advocacy
Support for youth transitioning into adulthood, including educational, vocational, healthcare, and independent living services.
Continuity-of-Care Coordination
Coordination of services across healthcare, behavioral health, disability, and community support systems.
Administrative Law Representation
Professional advocacy in administrative proceedings involving government agencies and regulatory matters.
Professional License Defense Support
Advocacy and representation for professionals facing complaints, investigations, disciplinary actions, or regulatory proceedings.
Regulatory Enforcement Advocacy
Representation involving enforcement actions by licensing boards, regulatory agencies, and administrative authorities.
National Certified Administrative Paraprofessional
Professional education and certification program preparing advocates and representatives to practice in administrative advocacy settings.
National Qualified Regulatory Practitioner (QRP) Certification Program
Advanced training and certification program focused on regulatory practice, compliance, administrative law, and advocacy.
The New View Behavioral Health Program
Integrated behavioral health advocacy and support services focused on access, treatment coordination, functional behavioral assessments, behavioral health consulting, non-clinical behavioral health service delivery, non-clinical consulting, and recovery support. Services are provided exclusively within Arizona for individuals and families enrolled in General Mental Health (GMH), Serious Mental Illness (SMI), High Needs, and Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) programs. Services include behavioral health assessments, care coordination, family support, and individualized treatment planning. Individualized Behavioral Treatment Plans, Behavior Support Plans, and Person-Centered Service Plans are developed to address each member’s behavioral, emotional, developmental, and support needs. For High Needs members, services include participation in Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings and coordinated planning to support safety, stabilization, and successful community functioning.
SOAR Access to Justice Program
A comprehensive advocacy program dedicated to improving access to legal, administrative, healthcare, and social service systems for underserved populations.
Family Forever Program
Community-based family home services designed to provide safe, supportive, family-centered care environments. Through Family Forever Arizona, Family Forever Tennessee, Family Forever Minnesota, And Family Forever Oregon. Providing Adult And Children Foster Care Services, Adult Independent Community Living Centers, And Family Style Host Homes for individuals with SMI and Developmental Or Cognitive Disabilities.
Adult Family Home Services (AFHS)
Serving Residents in Arizona, Tennessee, Minnesota, And Oregon. Providing residential support services designed to provide safe, supportive, community-based living environments for adults with developmental disabilities.
Child Foster Home Services (CFHS)
Family-centered residential services supporting children with developmental and behavioral health needs.
Family, Host, & Foster Home Licensing Support
Assistance obtaining, maintaining, and complying with states adult and children foster care licensing requirements.
Provider Onboarding & Training
Education, orientation, and compliance training for providers and service organizations.
Provider Compliance Oversight
Monitoring and consultation services to ensure providers meet regulatory and contractual obligations.
Quality Assurance Services
Evaluation and improvement of service quality, documentation, performance standards, and regulatory compliance.
DDD Systems Advocacy
Advocacy and support involving developmental disability services, eligibility, benefits, and service coordination.
Family Systems Advocacy
Comprehensive support for families navigating healthcare, disability, educational, legal, and social service systems.
Independent Living Support Coordination
Coordination and advocacy for services promoting independence, community integration, and self-sufficiency.
Special Education Advocacy
Advocacy for students with disabilities to obtain appropriate educational services, supports, accommodations, and protections.
IEP & Section 504 Advocacy
Representation and support during individualized education planning and accommodation processes.
School Accommodation Support
Assistance securing educational accommodations, modifications, and accessibility services for students
Juvenile Systems Advocacy
Advocacy involving juvenile justice, educational systems, behavioral health systems, and related services.
Behavioral Health Law Advocacy
Representation involving behavioral health rights, treatment access, patient protections, and administrative disputes affecting behavioral healthcare services.
Mental Health Rights Advocacy
Protection and advocacy for the rights of individuals receiving mental health treatment, including due process protections and access to services.
Substance Use Treatment Advocacy
Support obtaining treatment services, insurance coverage, accommodations, and legal protections for individuals affected by substance use disorders.
Insurance Parity & Coverage Disputes
Advocacy involving denials of healthcare coverage, mental health parity violations, appeals, and reimbursement disputes.
Crisis Intervention Advocacy
Immediate advocacy and coordination services during behavioral health, healthcare, housing, or social service crises.
Community Network Division
Coordinate and moderate community oriented Facebook and discord groups provide community support service, advocacy, resource development, member collaboration, and online navigation, and communication engagement, educational content, and group activities.
National Regulatory Prosecutor (RP)
The Regulatory Prosecutor (RP) Certification Program licenses professionals responsible for administrative enforcement actions, investigations, civil regulatory proceedings, licensing actions, and administrative prosecution.
This certification program helps prepare professionals in due process, administrative investigations, evidence evaluation, ethical enforcement practices, regulatory accountability, and public protection within non-criminal administrative systems.
This program is appropriate for investigators, enforcement personnel, administrative prosecutors, regulatory agencies, licensing boards, and legal representatives participating in administrative proceedings.
SOAR Access to Justice Disciplinary Committee Defense Representative
This specialized certification is for qualified representatives to assist and represent credential holders and professionals appearing before our SOAR disciplinary committee credentialing authority, and Our SOAR administrative appellate review authority.
Participants receive credentialing and Licensure as a SOAR Committee Defense Representative specializing in defense strategies, procedural advocacy, ethics, credential protection, administrative hearings, appellate review processes, and professional representation within our administrative disciplinary system.
Forensic Services & Health Professional Reports
Clear, court-ready behavioral health evaluations and professional reports tailored to each client’s legal and clinical needs. We support attorneys, courts, and individuals with risk assessment, mitigation planning, expert consultation, and documentation that meets professional standards.
Best for: Attorneys, courts, and clients seeking reliable forensic behavioral health insight.
Investment: Contact us for a personalized rate.
Positive Behavior Support Services
Practical, trauma-informed behavioral support designed to reduce challenging behaviors and build lasting skills. Services include comprehensive Functional Behavior Assessments, individualized Positive Behavior Support Plans, progress monitoring, and hands-on training for staff and caregivers.
Best for: Schools, residential programs, and families seeking structured, compassionate behavior support.
Child and Family Intervention
Compassionate, family-centered support that helps children, youth, and caregivers navigate behavioral health challenges together. Services include parenting guidance, child-focused behavioral interventions, family education, sibling support, and assistance coordinating with schools, healthcare providers, insurance, and other systems.
Best for: Families and caregivers seeking practical support, stronger communication, and coordinated care for children or youth with behavioral health needs.
H2O Program — Housing & Health Opportunity
A comprehensive, trauma-informed program helping individuals and families move from homelessness and instability toward safe, sustainable housing and improved well-being. Our coordinated team provides outreach, housing-readiness assessments, housing searches, landlord advocacy, application assistance, tenancy education, and ongoing retention support.
The H2O Program also connects participants with behavioral health care, medical services, benefits, and community resources while addressing barriers that may threaten long-term housing stability. Through culturally responsive, Housing First–aligned support, we help participants build the skills, connections, and confidence needed to maintain housing and reduce the risk of returning to homelessness.
Best for: Individuals and families experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk who need coordinated housing, health, and supportive services.
Investment: Contact us for a personalized rate.
Case Management & Behavioral Health Advocacy
Personalized support for individuals and families navigating complex behavioral health, healthcare, education, housing, court, insurance, and developmental-disability systems. Services include comprehensive case management, resource navigation, provider coordination, benefits assistance, referrals, caregiver education, and advocacy across agencies.
We help clients understand their options, access appropriate services, and build a coordinated care plan that reflects their needs. Support is available for general mental health, serious mental illness, high-needs cases, and developmental-disability populations.
Best for: Individuals and families seeking advocacy, coordinated care, and practical help accessing services and community resources.
Investment: Contact us for a personalized rate.
Criminal Justice Behavioral Health Services
Individualized, trauma-informed support for justice-involved individuals working toward behavioral health stability and successful community reintegration. Services include behavioral health screening, re-entry planning, motivational interviewing, practical skill building, and coordination with courts, probation, and parole.
Our approach also incorporates harm reduction and relapse-prevention strategies to help clients strengthen coping skills, access appropriate resources, meet supervision requirements, and reduce barriers to long-term stability.
Best for: Justice-involved individuals seeking coordinated behavioral health support, stronger community connections, and a more stable path forward.
Medical & Non-Medical Marijuana Clinical Support & Wellness
A supportive, education-focused service for adults 21+ who choose to incorporate cannabis into their wellness journey. Services emphasize informed decision-making, harm reduction, risk education, personalized wellness planning, and ongoing behavioral health monitoring.
Support may also include motivational guidance for adjusting cannabis use, identifying potential concerns, coordinating wellness goals with broader behavioral health needs, and advocacy related to fair access and system navigation. Services are designed to promote safer, more intentional use while helping clients maintain balance, stability, and overall well-being.
Best for: Adults 21+ seeking informed cannabis wellness support, education, harm-reduction guidance, and behavioral health integration.
Important: Services are educational, advocacy, and wellness-focused and are not a substitute for intensive substance use disorder treatment or medical care.
Client-Focused Results
Committed to Your Legal Success
At Mecartea and Associates PLLC, we are committed to providing exceptional legal services and representation across the United States. Our experienced team is dedicated to understanding the unique needs of each client, delivering insightful and practical solutions to complex legal challenges. We pride ourselves on our steadfast integrity, professionalism, and unwavering dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients. Whether you require assistance with litigation, corporate law, or personal legal matters, Mecartea and Associates PLLC is your trusted partner in navigating the legal landscape.Secure Your Legal Future Today
At Mecartea and Associates LLP, we are committed to providing expert legal representation tailored to your unique needs. Trust our experienced team to protect your rights.
Our Trusted Community Partners
Our Trusted Community Partners We are deeply grateful for our trusted community partners who help make our work possible. Their dedication, collaboration, and commitment allow us to extend our reach and better serve individuals and families in vulnerable and underserved communities. Like us, our partners work tirelessly to provide meaningful support, valuable resources, and much-needed services to those who need them most. Together, we are building stronger communities, creating greater access to essential services, and making a lasting difference in the lives of the people we serve. To our community partners: thank you for your trust, your hard work, and your continued commitment to serving our community. We appreciate you and the important role you play in our shared mission.
Thorough Advocacy
Comprehensive Lay Representation
Mecartea and Associates PLLC offers thorough, dependable lay guidance and advocacy tailored to meet your unique needs.
Expert Advocacy
Expert Administrative Counsel
Receive guidance from seasoned Certified Lay Paraprofessionals CLP's & Qualified Regulatory Practitioners QRP's with extensive knowledge of local federal, state, and county, and U.S. law around the country.
Personalized Case Strategy
Comprehensive QAR And QRP Representation
Experience full-service non-legal support, from consultation to administrative hearing advocacy.
Premier Justice
America's Top Legal Partners
Join esteemed clients nationwide who trust our legal expertise; a proven commitment to excellence and integrity underpins every successful representation.
Get Licensed & Certified!
Licensing & Professional Certification Services Advancing Excellence in Licensing, Credentialing, Regulatory Compliance, and Administrative Justice Mecartea & Associates PLLC provides comprehensive licensing, credentialing, certification, and professional development services designed to strengthen the administrative workforce across public, private, nonprofit, and regulatory sectors. Our programs prepare professionals to navigate complex licensing systems, regulatory frameworks, administrative proceedings, compliance obligations, and professional standards while promoting due process, public protection, and ethical practice. As regulatory requirements continue to evolve, professionals require specialized education that extends beyond traditional training. Our certification pathways combine practical application, administrative law principles, regulatory compliance, investigative procedures, advocacy, and ethical leadership to prepare individuals for today’s increasingly complex administrative environment. Our Licensing & Certification Programs National Certified Lay Paraprofessionals (QAR) The CLP Certification Program prepares professionals to represent and assist individuals throughout administrative and regulatory processes. Participants develop competency in administrative hearings, client advocacy, agency procedures, regulatory documentation, ethics, administrative due process, and professional representation before administrative bodies. Professionals completing this certification are equipped to support clients, organizations, and regulated entities within administrative justice systems while maintaining high standards of professionalism and accountability. ⸻ National Qualified Regulatory Practitioner (QRP) The QRP Certification Program provides advanced instruction in regulatory compliance, licensing administration, policy implementation, risk management, administrative investigations, and organizational compliance. This program prepares professionals responsible for interpreting regulations, maintaining compliance programs, overseeing licensing requirements, and ensuring adherence to state and federal administrative standards. ⸻ National Regulatory Prosecutor (RP) The RP Certification Program prepares qualified professionals to conduct administrative investigations, initiate regulatory enforcement actions, prosecute civil administrative violations, and support licensing authorities through fair, ethical, and evidence-based administrative enforcement practices. Training emphasizes administrative due process, investigative techniques, regulatory accountability, professional ethics, and public protection. ⸻ SOAR Access to Justice Disciplinary Committee Defense Representative This specialized certification prepares representatives to defend and support licensed professionals, credential holders, and certified practitioners involved in disciplinary proceedings before credentialing organizations, certification boards, administrative review panels, and regulatory authorities. Participants receive advanced education in administrative defense, ethics, procedural advocacy, disciplinary hearings, appeals, and credential protection. ⸻ Licensing & Credentialing Support Services Beyond professional education, Mecartea & Associates PLLC offers licensing and credentialing support services to assist professionals, agencies, and organizations throughout the credential lifecycle. Our services include: * Professional licensing guidance * Certification application assistance * Credential verification * License renewal support * Continuing education planning * Regulatory compliance consulting * Administrative hearing preparation * Ethics and professional standards education * Licensing policy interpretation * Credential maintenance strategies * Administrative appeals support * Compliance monitoring and documentation * Professional development planning * Regulatory readiness assessments ⸻ Industries We Serve Our licensing and certification programs are designed for professionals working in: * Administrative Law * Regulatory Compliance * Government Agencies * Healthcare * Behavioral Health * Human Services * Developmental Disabilities * Social Services * Adult and Child Welfare * Licensing Boards * Credentialing Organizations * Educational Institutions * Nonprofit Organizations * Compliance Departments * Public Administration * Community Advocacy Programs ⸻ Our Commitment to Professional Excellence Mecartea & Associates PLLC is committed to developing competent, ethical, and knowledgeable professionals who advance excellence in licensing, certification, regulatory practice, and administrative justice. Through innovative education, practical training, and professional certification, we help strengthen organizations, protect the public interest, and promote integrity within regulated professions. Our mission is to build a highly qualified workforce equipped to navigate licensing systems, uphold regulatory standards, support administrative due process, and contribute to transparent, accountable, and effective professional practice. If you’re interested in becoming certified and licensed please contact. Our SOAR Access to Justice Program. Interim Deputy Director of Practitioner Licensing & Certifications Shelly Kathleen Davis at: [email protected]