Shayla Callis, Intervention Specialist
Shayla Callis, MA, is an accomplished Intervention Specialist with the Safer Futures Program, dedicated to supporting families and youth. Having grown up in Hampton, Virginia, she now resides in Suffolk with her husband and their twin daughters. She earned her undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice and Sociology from Old Dominion University, followed by a graduate degree in Human Services Counseling.
Shayla has a rich professional background, having worked extensively with Child Protective Services Investigations. Additionally, she has served as a community-based counselor, focusing on youth and families across Hampton Roads. Her expertise lies in trauma-informed care, where she collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support to families in need. Her commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of adolescents and their families is evident in her work.
Vickie Madison, MA, Intervention Specialist
Vickie Madison, MA, is originally from Charlotte, North Carolina. She is an alumnus of Norfolk State University. She holds a BA in psychology and a MA in community clinical psychology. She has completed extensive postgraduate coursework at Old Dominion University. She is also a resident in counseling and a certified General District Court mediator. Her prior work experience includes substance abuse counseling, school based mental health counseling, college and career readiness counseling and coordination, non-profit organization management, and project management with the Saint Paul’s Community Revitalization Project. She and her husband Mark are the proud parents of three adult children and a cat named “Kat.”
Kayla Wilson, MSW, Program Coordinator
Safer Futures program coordinator Kayla Wilson, MSW, holds a BA in Sociology from Bridgewater College and a Master of Social Work from Norfolk State University. Kayla is pursuing her doctorate in Human Services and is on the path to obtaining her LCSW as a supervisee in social work.
Her prior professional experience includes trauma and rehab social work, working with victims of domestic violence and homelessness, as well as an internship within a hospital violence intervention program at a level one trauma center. Her clinical interests focus on supporting individuals affected by community and interpersonal violence.
Kayla is passionate about community engagement and advocacy outside her professional commitments. She actively volunteers with the American Diabetes Association and served as a court advocate. Additionally, she has designed and led training sessions for healthcare staff on trauma-informed social work practices within a hospital setting.