Rebecca Hobart, LCSW
Shirley Lee, MSW
Hannah Shilling-Thomas, MSW
Hannah (she/her) has been with Ariel since 2008, serving as the Associate Director of Child & Family Support Services for the Western Slope since 2023, and currently oversees the Foster Care Program, Parenting Time Program and Community Support Services Program. She holds a Bachelor of Art (BA) in Business Administration and Organizational Management from Colorado Christian University and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Denver. Hannah started at Ariel as a Parenting Time Coach and built a passion for working with birth parents, children, foster families and for cultivating collaboration and relationships. In her free time, Hannah enjoys being with her family, cooking, crafting, advocating for others, and coaching Baseball.
Shannon Nelson, MBA
Shannon (she/her) began serving as Chief Financial Officer at Ariel in 2025, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to the organization. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in accounting from Colorado Mesa University and later completed her Master’s of Business degree at Colorado State University. With over 20 years in increasingly complex accounting positions, Shannon has built a career in both public and private practices, demonstrating strong leadership and dedication. In her free time, Shannon enjoys hiking, landscaping, and spending quality time with her family.
Lisa Whalin, LPC
Ashleah Yates, LPC
Stephenie Stephenson, BA
