Meet the Team Making a Difference
Cultivating Change Family
The Chief Executive Officer
Delora Walker, CEO, CPRP
Delora Walker is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Cultivating Change. A lifelong educator and community leader, she dedicated 24 years to Baltimore City Public Schools, where she helped shape the lives of countless students and families. She holds both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Education and is a Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP).
Driven by a passion for empowering individuals and strengthening communities, Delora founded Cultivating Change to provide compassionate, person-centered behavioral health services that promote recovery, resilience, and personal growth. Her commitment to education, rehabilitation, and community transformation continues to guide the organization's mission of creating meaningful change throughout Baltimore and beyond.
Email: dlwalker1973@gmail.com
Chief Operating Officer
Tawney Manning-Walker, CPRP
Tawney Manning-Walker, a Baltimore native, is a lifelong educator, community leader, and Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP) with more than 20 years of leadership experience in Baltimore City Public Schools. Her career has spanned the classroom, school administration, and district leadership, where she served as a principal and later supported and supervised school leaders through the district's central office.
Passionate about education, empowerment, and community transformation, Tawney has dedicated her career to helping individuals reach their full potential. Her commitment to fostering growth, resilience, and opportunity continues to drive her work in strengthening schools, supporting families, and creating meaningful change throughout Baltimore communities.
Email: tawneyw@cultivatingc.com
Director of Integrated Services
Armon Harried, CPRP
Armon Harried is a Baltimore native, Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP), and graduate of Baltimore City Public Schools. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and a Master of Science in Human Rights.
A former professional basketball player, Armon is passionate about empowering youth, adults, and families through mentorship, wellness, and psychiatric rehabilitation. He has developed innovative curricula and programs that integrate fitness, human rights, accessibility, and personal development to promote growth, inclusion, and community engagement. Through his work, he is dedicated to creating opportunities and helping individuals reach their full potential.
Email: armoncchange@gmail.com
Medical Director
Beyene Edessa, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Beyene Edessa is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Medical Director at Cultivating Change, bringing more than 11 years of nursing experience across psychiatric, critical care, and outpatient healthcare settings. He earned his Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University and his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Trinity Washington University.
Beyene specializes in psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, individualized treatment planning, and medication management for individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma-related disorders, and other behavioral health conditions.
His approach combines extensive clinical experience with compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care, emphasizing patient education, collaborative treatment, and individualized support to help individuals achieve emotional stability, improved well-being, and long-term recovery.
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Shakena L. Mabry, LCSW-C
Clinical Director / Therapist
Shakena Mabry, LCSW-C, serves as Clinical Director and Therapist, bringing compassionate leadership and clinical expertise to support individuals on their journey toward healing, growth, and emotional wellness.
She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Lehman College and her Master of Social Work from Fordham University and completed advanced doctoral studies in Human Behavior at Capella University. As a Licensed Certified Social Worker–Clinical, Shakena is committed to providing person-centered care that empowers individuals to overcome challenges, build resilience, and achieve meaningful, lasting change.
Her passion for mental health and dedication to helping others continue to guide her work with individuals, families, and the communities she serves.
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Kandice Barrett, LMSW
Therapist | Licensed Master Social Worker
Kandice Barrett is a Licensed Master Social Worker with experience in individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and care coordination across school, hospital, and community-based settings. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Public Health and Master of Social Work from Salisbury University.
Kandice brings a compassionate, trauma-informed approach to supporting children, adolescents, and adults experiencing emotional and behavioral health challenges. Her experience in mental health services and care coordination allows her to address each individual’s unique needs while promoting emotional well-being, healthy coping strategies, and personal growth.
She is dedicated to creating a supportive, person-centered environment where individuals feel empowered to overcome challenges, build resilience, and achieve meaningful, lasting change.
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Tyruis Fitzgerald
PRP Support Staff
A lifelong Baltimore resident, Tyruis Fitzgerald brings more than five decades of deep community roots and a strong commitment to serving others. Passionate about supporting individuals and families throughout Baltimore, he believes in the importance of community, connection, and ensuring that people have access to the resources and support they need to succeed.
Tyruis is dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of those around him and is committed to fostering hope, personal growth, and well-being within the communities he serves.