About Dream Center
The Dream Center for Girls is committed to providing quality safe and effective services to the youth in our care. Recognizing that emergencies and disaster can happen, although we strive to prevent them, we have established comprehensive plans to assure our program works hand in hand with our local emergency services, such as the police and fire departments as well as the Ohio Department of Children and Youth to assure the safety and care of the youth in our care.
Additionally, all of our staff members receive upon hire and annually thereafter, comprehensive safety training, with an emphasis on Medical Emergency Safety. Staff are educated on recognizing emergencies, including when to contact 911, as well as coordinating with the hospital as needed. In each of our sites, we have posted the emergency numbers for ease of access.
The Dream Center for Girls recognizes the importance of integrating our youth into our neighborhood and the local community. We have created a Community Engagement Plan, posted on this website. Our efforts include sharing with our neighbors the type of program and services we offer, as well as ways to contact you with feedback or concerns to ensure we maintain a positive relationship together.
Our Commitment to Excellence
CARF Accreditation
TDC meets the rigorous standards of the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, demonstrating our commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
QRTP Certification
As a Qualified Residential Treatment Program, we provide trauma-informed, evidence-based services designed to support lasting stability and strong long-term outcomes.
Licensed by the state’s governing authority
Our license authorizes us to provide residential treatment services.
Highly Trained & Compassionate Staff
Our team is trained in Trauma-Informed Care, Crisis Prevention & Intervention (CPI), and behavioral management best practices—ensuring that every girl receives consistent, respectful, and knowledgeable support.
Leadership Rooted in Compassion
Diamond Nichols - Founder & Executive Director
Diamond Nichols is the visionary Founder and Executive Director of The Dream Center for Girls, a therapeutic group home dedicated to empowering adolescent girls through stability, compassion, and purpose-driven support. With a deep commitment to transforming lives, Diamond established The Dream Center in 2021, officially launching operations in 2022 with the mission of providing a safe, nurturing environment where girls can heal, grow, and discover their full potential.
Guided by her belief that every young woman deserves a chance to rewrite her story, Diamond has built a program rooted in trauma-informed care, individualized treatment, and holistic development. Under her leadership, The Dream Center for Girls has become known for its high standards of care, earning CARF accreditation and operating as a Qualified Residential Treatment Program (QRTP).
Diamond brings years of experience in youth services, behavioral health, and program administration. Her work is marked by strong advocacy, hands-on leadership, and a heart for young women facing barriers such as trauma, instability, and limited support systems. She is passionate about cultivating a team culture that prioritizes integrity, consistency, and therapeutic engagement.
Diamond’s dedication to her girls extends beyond professional responsibility—she sees each youth as an individual deserving of hope, opportunity, and unconditional encouragement. Her mission is to ensure that every girl who enters The Dream Center leaves empowered, supported, and equipped to thrive.
Board of Directors
The Dream Center for Girls is guided by a committed Board of Directors that ensures organizational integrity, accountability, and growth. Each member brings diverse experience and shared passion for empowering youth.
List of Services
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LaChe RoachList Item 2
Board President
LaChe has been a dedicated member of the Dream Center family for the past three years, serving as a board member before stepping into the role of Board Chair in August 2025. Her journey with the organization reflects a deep commitment to empowering girls, strengthening families, and building pathways for generational impact.
With a professional background rooted in community development, housing stability, and equity-driven systems change, LaChe brings both strategic leadership and a heart for service to the Dream Center. She is passionate about ensuring girls have access to safe spaces, meaningful mentorship, and the resources they need to thrive, today and for the future. LaChe has a background in mental health, substance abuse, homelessness, government/policy, funding, and mobilizing strategic partnerships to advance generational wealth through home repair programming. She is currently pursuing her Doctorate in Business Administration from Case Western Reserve University, Weatherhead School of Management.
As Board Chair, LaChe is focused on collaboration, sustainability, and expanding the Dream Center’s impact so every girl we serve can dream boldly and confidently step into her purpose.
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Kathie Bethel ClarkeList Item 1
Kathie Bethel Clarke is a community-minded leader dedicated to creating systems and experiences that help people thrive. A newly licensed Mortgage Loan Officer and Administrative Coordinator for the Corporate Work Study Program at DePaul Cristo Rey High School, she brings strengths in process efficiency, relationship-building, and student support.
Kathie is currently in a season of renewal and intentional growth, which fuels her commitment to clarity, service, and meaningful connection. As a board member of The Dream Center for Girls, she contributes a thoughtful, organized, and people-centered perspective, championing safe, empowering spaces where young women can discover their strengths and pursue their futures with confidence. Her background in process efficiency and workflow improvement allows her to build systems that uplift people rather than overwhelm them—an approach that aligns deeply with The Dream Center’s mission.
Above all, Kathie believes in helping people recognize their strengths, step into their possibilities, and move toward futures filled with hope.
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Keshia JenkinsList Item 3
Keshia Jenkins is a distinguished mental health champion, speaker, life coach, and grant writer with over 20 years of combined experience serving individuals and communities. A State of Ohio award-winning crisis advocate, motivational speaker, and educator, she is deeply committed to fostering emotionally mature, socially uplifting environments.
A proud Cincinnati native, Keshia has dedicated her life to community growth through advocacy, volunteer service, and leadership. Known as a voice of reason and logic, her calm and compassionate presence has the unique ability to soothe heavy hearts and bring clarity in moments of crisis.
Currently pursuing both a Master’s certification and a Doctorate degree in Psychology, Keshia continues to empower others by promoting balance, hope, and peace. Her proven leadership consistently adds value to every organization she serves, including The Dream Center, where her work strengthens both individuals and communities.
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Nicole SmithList Item 4
Nicole is a licensed social worker and dedicated advocate community care and mental health. She has extensive experieince supporting youth and families facing mental health challenges, homelessness, and systematic barriers, with a strong focus on multisystem-involved youth. As a director at Kids Thrive, Nicole brings leadership, operational insight, and a commitment to trauma-informed, youth-centered care. She is passionate about supporting The Dream Center for Girls in creating safe, empowering environments that foster healing, stability, and long-term well-being for teen girls.
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Tikierra Thompson
Tikierra Thompson is a community health and service leader whose work is deeply rooted in her faith in Christ and her love for family. She serves as a Program Manager with Mercy Health, where she leads and supports volunteers embedded in Emergency Departments to help patients navigate social needs, access critical resources, and overcome barriers that impact health outcomes. Driven by a passion to serve and uplift others, Tikierra is especially committed to creating opportunities for youth to be supported, mentored, and employed—believing that early investment and meaningful work can change the trajectory of young lives. Known for her compassionate leadership and collaborative approach, she builds strong partnerships across healthcare and community organizations to strengthen systems of care. At the heart of her work is a calling to serve with dignity, purpose, and faith.
