MIP, Me In Progress
Funded by Flagler Cares and developed by Easterseals Northeast Central Florida, #MIP: Me, In Progress center is located at 3389 N. State Street in Bunnell. With guidance from the #MIP staff, #MIP students help organize a variety of activities and adventures that motivate fellow students to try new things, but most importantly have fun!
The purpose of the #MIP program is to enhance the well-being of middle and high school students through exploration and connection. Through #MIP, students will have access to mentors and other community leaders to help them discover and enhance their strengths, while pursuing their passions.
Contact Kimberly Solms ksolms@esnecfl.org to learn more about #MIP and how to enroll students.
Meet The Team
Lisa Caine, Director of Mental Health Services
With over a decade of experience, Lisa Caine specializes in providing support to children,teens, and adults. She is also a Qualified Supervisor for licensure interns, guiding the next generation of mental health professionals.
Kristina H. Blanchek, MDiv., Outpatient Counselor
Kris has over twenty years’ experience working with youth and their families, in various capacities. She has a Bachelors of Music Therapy and Music Performance, along with a Masters of Divinity, focus on Counseling with Children/Youth and Families from Lutheran School of Theology and University of Chicago. Kris has held positions as MAT/Substance Use therapist, SIGHT Counselor at St. Johns County Jail, and Mental Health Therapist with DJJ. Kris is excited to be a part of MIP with Easterseals, help plant seeds and watch them grow in the youth that she works with. Kris has a passion in helping others see and learn of the great potential that they hold inside of them and helping them untap their potential.
Kimberly Solms, Student Engagement Coordinator
Kimmy obtained her bachelor’s in social work from the University of South Florida. She has a work history in providing job coaching and assistance to individuals with disabilities. Kimmy has a strong passion for working with individuals with diverse backgrounds and abilities to reach their full potential. She is excited to contribute to #MIP as the Student Engagement Team member and empower the students to build upon their strengths while pursuing their passions.
Jennifer Thurston, #MIP Counselor
I've been a high school counselor for the last 12 years in Iowa and just moved to New Smyrna. Before being a school counselor I was a substance abuse counselor and worked with teens and mothers with their children.
I've spent the majority of my career working with teenagers. I went to grad school in West Palm Beach and decided it was time to come back to Florida!
MIP - 3389 N. State Street, Bunnell FL.
