About PCYS
A little bit about who we are
Payne County Youth Services was established in 1972 to provide programming for youth and families struggling with issues of adolescence. From a humble but important beginning of 2 dedicated and professional staff, PCYS has grown to be a respected and well-known resource for youth and families in the Payne and Pawnee County areas, employing approximately 22 people. PCYS is a Designated Youth Services Agency, and Member in Good Standing of the Oklahoma Association of Youth Services. PCYS is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitative Facilities (CARF), and is certified by the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. PCYS enjoys a robust relationship with social service providers and the educational community throughout the area. We are the only agency in the area that provides services with no restriction to services based on the service recipient’s inability or refusal to pay for such services.
Program services include individual, family, crisis intervention, and group counseling for both mental health and substance abuse issues. Intervention, prevention, and diversion services include anger management, the First Offender/Skills for Success program, parenting education for parents of adolescents, substance abuse group psychoeducational program, Jumpstart WIA program, Victims of Crime (VOCA) counseling and advocacy services, Safe Place program, Community At-Risk (CARS) home-based counseling, outreach counseling provided in the public schools, and emergency sheltering for youth. Please click here for more about our programs and services.
Payne County ranks in the top 20 counties in Oklahoma for child abuse and neglect confirmations. PCYS operates the only emergency youth shelter in Payne County. Each year, we provide for approximately 250 young people.
Many families with adolescents need counseling but cannot afford the cost. PCYS is the only agency in Payne County that has no restriction of access to services based on the services recipient's inability or refusal to pay for such services.
A survey indicated that 37% of high school seniors admitted to getting drunk in the last 30 days. 21% of high school seniors have used marijuana in the last thirty days. PCYS provides free oupation substance abuse counseling for youth in Payne County.
Biographies
StaffJanet Fultz, NCC, MS, LPC
Job Title: Executive Director
Ms. Fultz is a Stillwater native, and earned her degrees at Oklahoma State University. Janet holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and a Masters of Science in Community Counseling. Janet has been employed at PCYS since 2000 in various capacities as a Nationally Board Certified, Licensed Professional Counselor, most recently serving as the Clinical Director before stepping into her present position. She is the proud mother of four daughters and grandmother of three grandchildren.
Laci Campbell, MS, LPC
Job Title: Clinical Director
Mrs. Campbell received her BA from Northwestern OSU and her MS from OSU. Laci has been with PCYS for four years. Previously the VOCA counselor, she now serves as our Clinical Director. Laci is married, to Marc, with one son. They enjoy traveling and working on their ranch.
Wesley Horne, BS
Job Title: Business Manager
Mr. Horne is a 2000 Stillwater H.S. graduate. In 2005, Wes received his Bachelors of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance from Oklahoma State University. He joined PCYS staff in 2007. He and his wife have been married for 6 years and have one son. Leisurely activities he enjoys are spending time with his family, reading, athletics and watching movies.
Kimberly Simmons-Coates, MS
Job Title: Shelter Director
Mrs. Simmons-Coates is a native of Wewoka and a graduate of Oklahoma State University where she received her BA in Family Relations & Child Development and a MA in Child Development. In the past, Kimberly worked with the First Offender Program, WIA and TLP programs at PCYS. She has recently returned to be the Shelter Director. She and her husband enjoy OSU athletic events and are avid supporters.
Sarah Adams
Tiffany Dillworth
Andrea Drain-Langston
Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Mrs. Drain-Langston attended Oklahoma State University and received a BFA in Graphic Design. She and her husband Marvin have been married for 16 years and have two children. Raised in Stillwater for most of her childhood, Andrea returned from the East Coast in 2004. She enjoys the small hometown pace, being with her family, traveling, reading and anything technology.
Brad Epperson, MS, LPC Candidate
Job Title: VOCA Counselor
Mr. Epperson is a native Oklahoman. In 2003 Brad earned his Bachelors of Science in Psychology followed by his Masters of Counseling in 2006, both from Oklahoma State University. He was hired in February 2008 at PCYS. Brad brings 3 years pervious experience working with children age 12 –18. Aside from working with adolescents, Brad enjoys movies, reading and fishing.
Angie Freeny, BA, MS
Job Title: Skills for Success Coordinator, Safe Place Coordinator, SWAT Coordinator
Mrs. Freeny is a native to Stillwater and a graduate of Oklahoma State University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology and a Master of Science Degree in Education. Angie has been with Payne County Youth Services since September of 2005. Angie has been married to Duane for 10 years and they have one son.
Jeremy Frutchey, BA
Job Title: WIA Associate Coordinator
Mr. Frutchey is a graduate of OSU with a Bachelors of Arts Degree in Psychology. Jeremy has been with PCYS since February 2007, working in the WIA program. He has been in Stillwater since 2001, after leaving his hometown of Choctaw, OK. Jeremy enjoys spending leisure time at the lake, playing Frisbee, golfing, or passionately watching OSU sports. Go Pokes!
Loretta Hendrix
Rhonda Lawrence
Chris Mammedaty
Joshua Nichols, MS, LMFT Candidate
Job Title: Youth & Family Counselor
Mr. Nichols was born and raised in Southwest Oklahoma, and has been a resident of Stillwater since 2003. He received a Bachelor of Science degree from Oklahoma Christian University and a Masters degree in Marriage & Family Therapy from Oklahoma State University (OSU). He joined the PCYS team in Dec. 2005 and is passionate about helping improve family relationships. Josh’s wife of seven years, Amanda, is pursuing her doctorate in chemistry from OSU. The Nichols family recently welcomed their first child.
Linda Parks
Job Title: Administrative Assistant/Personnel
Mrs. Parks graduated from Drumright HS and NEO A&M College in Miami. Linda was employed by Cities Services Oil Company in Tulsa for 18 years before moving to Atlanta, GA in 1988. In 1998 she and her husband, Robert of 25 years, returned to Oklahoma and settled in Stillwater. She came to PCYS after working three years in HR at Stillwater Medical Center. Some of her personal enjoyments are organizing a music association for church and civic events and being a loving "mama" to 3 cats.
Rene Toles
Job Title: YGS Supervisor
Ms. Toles has been with the agency for 13 years and is a tireless and dedicated advocate for the youth and families we serve. Rene is the mother of 3 and grandmother of 5 and enjoys spending time with her family and grandchildren.
Melissa Utley, NCC, MS, LPC
Job Title: CARS Counselor
After graduating from Oklahoma State University in December 2003 with a Bachelor of Science Degree, Mrs. Utley went on to acquire a Masters Degree in Community Counseling from OSU in July 2006. Melissa joined the clinical staff at PCYS following her internship there. She received her LPC in March 2008. Melissa has lived in Stillwater since 2000, and continues to reside in the community with her husband, Jason, and pet shih tzu.
Don Sosbee (Chairperson)
Mr. Sosbee has been a board member since November 2006. Don was previously employed by PCYS as the coordinator of the Power of One Mentoring program. He spent 25 years in the juvenile justice field with the State of Oklahoma, retiring in January 2001 from the Office of Juvenile Affairs. At the time of his retirement he was the District C Supervisor for seven counties in north central Oklahoma. Don and his wife have made their home in Stillwater since 1985.
Jamie Payne (Vice Chairperson)
Mrs. Payne is a life-long Oklahoman who has dedicated her life to serving others. Jamie has many years of human Resources experience and is currently employed as a Human Resources Director for the MerCruiser and Motor Guide organizations. Jamie is a graduate of Oklahoma State University with a degree in Business Administration and is certified as a Professional in Human Resources Management. She is a long-term member and past president of Stillwater Area Human Resources Association and has served on the Payne County Board of Directors since 2000. Jamie is married to Tony and they have three beautiful children. Jamie enjoys traveling, gardening and OSU sports.
John Bartley (Board Member)
Mr. Bartley owns and operates Community Escrow & Title Co., which has offices in Stillwater and Lawton. John graduated from OSU in 1992 with a degree in Business Administration, where he also met his wife Jenifer. John graduated from OU College of Law in 1995. The Bartley’s have two wonderful children, and are active in their church, their children’s activities, and supporting the OSU Cowboys. John is involved in many community activities, including serving on the Boards of Payne County Youth Services, Stillwater Group Homes, Stillwater Chamber of Commerce, Stillwater Housing Authority and the Downtown Business Improvement District. John has been on the PCYS Board since 2002.
Kim Bixler (Board Member)
Mrs. Bixler attended Oklahoma State University and holds a bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Masters degree in Community Counseling. Kim has held a long interest in youth through her jobs at Department of Human Services and past employment at Payne County Youth Services. In addition, she has volunteered to work with youth through Girl Scouts and her local church. She is the proud mother of two girls. She and her husband Gene make their home in Stillwater.
Bob Burk (Board Member)
Reared in Denver, Colorado, Mr. Burk attended and graduated from the University of Arizona, where he met his wife, Norma. He has two children, and four grandchildren. Bob worked for Phillips Petroleum Company in Bartsville for 8 years and was self-employed with Burk Oil Co. for 35 years. Currently, Bob is a management consultant. He is a dedicated member of the PCYS board serving for 20 years.
Lee Denney (Board Member)
Mrs. Denny attended Oklahoma State University and received a BS in Agricultural Economics and a DVM in Veterinary Medicine. She currently serves in the House of Representatives for District 33 (Rep). She has served in many positions including serving as Assistant Majority Floor Leader, on committees for Arts & Culture, Education & Energy, and others. She has been married for 28 years and has two children.
David Hargrove MS (Board Member)
Mr. Hargrove is currently the Director of Wellness and Substance Abuse Education for Stillwater Public Schools. He also is a Certified Mediator and currently provides mediation services for the United States Postal Service. David is a graduate from OSU with a Bachelors Degree in Sociology and a Masters in Counseling and Student Personnel. David has served the community in various social work positions since 1970. David is married and has three children.
Norman McNickle (Board Member)
Mr. McNickle is currently Chief of Police for the Stillwater, Oklahoma Police Department. Norman started his career with the department in 1976 and was promoted to Chief in 1987. He graduated from Oklahoma State University and attended the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. Norman is active in numerous civic and law enforcement organizations, and has resided in Stillwater for 35 years.
John Mills (Board Member)
Mr. Mills has been a part of PCYS since 1978. A retired public school educator and principal of the Stillwater Middle School, John has taught at various locations including OKC, Liberia (W. Africa), Ripley and Stillwater. He is a graduate of Oklahoma State University. John enjoys being active in community affairs and is active with a number of boards and memberships including Stillwater Sister Cities.
