Meet The Staff

Meet the staff who made it all possible :)

Teens Not Alone (TNA) was created to address the growing challenges faced by teenagers in the realm of mental health and addiction. Here you will meet the staff. Our staffs mission to help stems from personal journeys, as some members have experienced firsthand the impact of mental health or addiction challenges on their lives or the lives of those close to them.. Rooted in the belief in the resilience of every teen, tnas staff envisions a future where young individuals not only overcome challenges but emerge stronger, equipped with the tools to navigate life.

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Founder & CEO

Alexandra-Ines Rodriguez (She/They)

Alexandra-ines Rodriguez is one of the first tna staff members who created tna along side her two best friends, in hopes to change the ways teens struggle with mental health and addiction. Alexandra-ines became a author at 15 years old, releasing her first book "The words I couldn't say." That helped her express how her childhood was growing up with mental illness, and struggling with self harm and eating disorders. Later on releasing another book "Reconstructing my heart" which helped form their path in becoming an writer and poet.

Event planner, Community Moderator

Raymond "Trey" Brown (He/Him)

Trey Brown is one of our staff members who is currently immersed in a journey of self-improvement with a heartfelt focus on mental well-being of their own. Trey has joined tna with a compassionate commitment to understanding and supporting teens facing mental health and addiction challenges. Armed with empathy and a genuine desire to make a positive impact, Trey aims to provide camaraderie and assistance to those navigating similar struggles that teens may have in life.Trey finds joy in drawing, movies, and gaming, coupled with a diverse love for all types of food too !

Event Helper & Health Educator Volunteer

Phillip Vazquez (He/Him)

Phillip Vazquez, joined TNA to extend a helping hand to teens dealing with mental health and addiction issues. Specializing in HIV/STI studies as a community peer educator, Phillip also juggles a career as a poet and patient care technician. His remarkable advocacy for teen support makes him a valuable asset to our team. Additionally, Phillip plays an integral role in organizing and contributing to TNA events, furthering our mission to create a supportive community for teens. We take immense pride in having him as a dedicated member of our team.