As the frontline emergency responder, Crisis Support Services' (CSS) primary goal is to provide on-going prevention services through crisis prevention and emergency response intervention, behavioral support, training, and critical situation support 24 hours/7 days a week, 365 days a year. CSS team members are equipped to respond to critical situations and provide on-going support utilizing evidence-based practices over the duration of the crisis to stabilize the individual in the immediate and long-term placement. Team members are specifically trained to help assess and assist during situations when police or hospitalization involvement is deemed necessary.

Crisis Support Services currently supports Frank D. Lanterman Regional Center, South Central Los Angeles Regional Center, San Andreas Regional Center and Tri-Counties Regional Center.

Michael Landrum

Team Leader: Tri Counties Regional Center

Michael is the Team Lead for the San Luis Obispo office. Michael is a local to the SLO area. Michael has worked in the field for over six years serving adults with developmental and psychiatric disabilities. Michael has a BA in Psychology from San Francisco State with a focus in development and learning.Michael has a variety of experience serving the community through ILS and SLS Support, Job Counching, Case Coordination and Management, Crisis Counseling, and now the Team Lead at CSS San Luis Obispo.

Anthony Gonzalez

Team Leader: San Andreas Regional Center

Anthony is a dedicated advocate for underserved communities, having graduated from UC Santa Barbara with a degree in Chicano Studies and a minor in Education. With a passion for social justice and mental health awareness, he has committed his career to building bridges of resources that empower marginalized populations. At City Year and Project Access, Anthony focused on developing programs that enhance access to services, fostering environments where individuals can recognize their value and support their well-being. He believes in the transformative power of community engagement and actively works to amplify the voices of those he serves. Through innovative outreach and collaboration with local organizations, Anthony strives to create sustainable solutions that uplift communities, promoting a holistic approach to mental health and overall wellness.

AJ Ramos

Team Leader: Tri-Counties Regional Center

Since 2013, AJ has worked on the frontline of mental health; serving in psychiatric facilities, community settings, and short-term residential therapeutic programs. AJ has held multiple roles ranging from: mental health worker, unit clerk, home-health aide, enhanced respite worker, behavioral interventionist, youth development specialist, direct care worker, and assistant manager. Holding multiple roles has given AJ a 360-view of how we can better serve our underserved populations. AJ has proven himself to be a dependable leader and an advocate for mental health, at-risk youth, and the developmentally disabled. AJ is excited to lead the Ventura County Crisis Support Services team, continue helping others, and put his compassion into action.

Taryn Eaton

Team Leader: Lanterman Regional Center

Taryn graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a Bachelor's of Art Degree in psychology. Taryn went on to get her Master's of Science Degree in psychology from Oakland University. During undergraduate and graduate school, Taryn worked as a 1:1 aide in schools, as a registered behavior technician in a psychiatric facility, and as direct support staff in residential homes, eventually working her way up to program manager. With over a decade of experience, Taryn has dedicated herself to being an effective advocate for the developmentally disabled in the community.

Stephanie Olvera

Team Leader: South-Central Los Angeles Regional Center

Stephanie Olvera has supported the developmentally disabled population for over 8 years. She graduated from the University of California, Irvine with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and Social Behavior. Stephanie then continued her graduate education with a Master's program designed for Marriage and Family Therapy clinicians. Since then, Stephanie has conducted extensive work with ABA services, residential facilities, and school-based services for dual diagnosis consumers. Mental health and advocacy for individuals has been a long-stemmed passion that has motivated Stephanie to continue providing professional support for everyone that she serves.

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