Our Team

  • Lana Ingram Gore - President

    I was born and raised in Mexia, TX. I am a wife, mother, and a grandmother. I love doing things for my community. I have a passion for raising awareness about trauma, anxiety and depression. Too often it is swept under the rug and people are silently struggling to feel included and “normal”. I love my community and want to be able to give back as much as I can. This started as an idea, and now it has become an amazing group of volunteers, that all have the same vision of helping others and reminding them they are not alone. I am proud to be a part of this.

  • Nisha Cooksey-Wicker - Vice President

    My name is Nisha Wicker. I am one of your board members for “ I will sit with you”. I am native of California, however I have resided in Wortham Tx for the past 16 years. I am a mother, Grandmother ( Dea), sister and Friend to many. One of my many goals is to spread positivity through smiles and laughter one person at a time.

  • LaToya Washington - Treasurer

    HELLO! I"M TOYA. I HAVE LIVED IN FAIRFIELD FOR 25 YEARS AND WORKED IN MEXIA FOR THE PAST 17 YEARS. I AM A MOTHER OF THREE AMAZING HUMANS, AN OT ASSISTANT AND LICENSED COSMETOLOGIST. IT HAS ALWAYS BEEN MY PASSION TO HELP AND SERVE OTHERS. I AM HONORED FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO BE A PART OF THIS AMAZING SUPPORT GROUP.

  • James Robertson - Board Member

    I am a father and a husband. I am a chaplain who works with the intellectually disabled and a certified advanced disaster response chaplain. I am also a veteran of the US Navy. I am passionate about being a ministry of presence to those around me. It is an honor to be a part of this.

  • Erica Carroll - Board Member

    My name is Erica L. Carroll. I was born in Marshall, TX, moved to Mexia in 1979, graduated from Mexia High School, and currently living in Mexia, TX. I am a mother to a beautiful and smart daughter. I am a Behavioral Health Specialist at the Mexia State Supported Living Center and a Minister of Dance. I am a SURVIVOR! I am honored to be a part of “I WILL SIT WITH YOU IN THE DARK” because I have been in darkness and GOD shined His marvelous Light into my dark places, healed, delivered, and restored me. Now, I am blessed with the amazing opportunity to help and support others who are trying to find their way out of the dark.

  • Deldrick Jackson - Board Member

    My name is Deldrick Jackson. I was born and raised in Mexia Tx. I’ve always had a passion and humanitarian spirit to help others. I’m always willing to lend an ear to listen, a shoulder to cry on and an advocate for anyone dealing with trauma in our community.

  • Ada Graves - Board Member

    I am a Mother, wife & grandmother. I'm Glad that I chose this Life’s Journey to Support this wonderful group and MAY GOD BLESS EACH PERSON who has CHOSEN TO SUPPORT This Group also.

  • Sue Strother - Board Member

    My name is Sue Strother. I am a mom and Sams (Grandmother) to the smartest, talented and most beautiful 2 grands ever. I live in Mexia, working for MSSLC as Admin Asst to the Asst Superintendent. I worked for Mexia ISD for 18 years before returning to MSSLC. I am excited to be a part of this new program; I am hoping it will be a safe haven for anyone with any sort of trauma. I look forward to watching how God moves in each person’s life.

  • Chris Gore - Ambassador

    My name is Chris Gore. I am a husband, father, grandfather, and the son of a Special Forces/Green Beret (Vietnam Era). Whether it's addiction, depression, anxiety, self-doubt, etc., I cast no judgment to anyone wanting to better themselves for whatever reason. I am always glad to share my relatable life experiences, personal coping techniques, or simply be there as a listening ear. I will always be straight forward and honest with you.

  • Mike Alexander - Ambassador

    I'm a husband and father/step father to 8 kids. I've been in the Limestone county area since 2020 and am honored to serve this team and this cause. The folks at IWSWYITD really care about easing the suffering of others and are fully committed to making this world a better place.

  • Vicki Gollnisch

    My name is Vicki Gollnisch. I am a wife, a mom, a grandmother and a child of God. My passion is to walk alongside others offering hope. To be present during challenging times, providing support, encouragement, and love to help them navigate difficult situations.