Meet the GPYFS Team!

Executive Director

kody@gpyfs.org

 Kody Suanny, executive director of Great Plains Youth and Family Services, Inc. (GPYFS), has dedicated her professional career to improving the lives of youth and families throughout southwestern Oklahoma. She started at GPYFS as a behavior outpatient counselor before being named executive director in 2012. Under her direction, the agency has grown and covers 15 counties, 10 programs, and three office locations in Hobart, Altus, and Cache. She spearheaded the creation of the Great Plains Early Learning Center in Hobart, which opened in 2023 and provides childcare for 46 kids ages 0-5. Honored with Hobart’s Citizen of the Year award in 2021, she serves on several committees and maintains a membership in a variety of statewide and community organizations, including the Oklahoma Association of Youth Services, the Hobart Elementary Education Parent Association, the Kiowa County Health Coalition, the Kiwanis Club of Hobart, and the Hobart City Council Zoning Committee. She graduated from Southwestern Oklahoma State University with a Master of Education in community counseling in 2007 and from Oklahoma State University with a Bachelor of Science in human development and family science in 2005. 

Business Manager

heather@gpyfs.org

 Heather began her work at GPYFS in 2004.  She currently serves as the Business Manager.  Heather grew up in Hobart and earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting degree with a minor in Finance from Oklahoma State University.  She is married to Jeff and has four children; Jessica, Sarah, Kensey, and Ryne, and many grandchildren; that continue to increase. The family also has a pet lab fish named Jagger that keeps them on their toes and always laughing.  Heather enjoys reading, watching tv, and hunting.  Her favorite family activities are going to the movies, , hunting with her husband, and going out to eat. 

Executive Assistant

sarahkline@gpyfs.org

 Sarah began working with GPYFS in 2019 as the TSET Healthy Living Program Assistant Coordinator. She then began work as the Community Education Coordinator, teaching Parenting and Anger Management in 2020. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Oklahoma State University in Human Development and Family Science. She enjoys spending time with her three boys, husband, and reading various books in her spare time. Sarah is currently the Executive Assistant at the GPYFS Hobart location. She is passionate about helping people.   

Licensed Professional Counselor

Counseling Referral Coordinator  

lindsey@gpyfs.org

Lindsey joined GPYFS in 2012 as a Behavioral Outpatient Counselor and has since advanced her career, earning a Bachelor of Social Work in 2011 and a Master of Science in Community Counseling in 2013 from Southwestern Oklahoma State University. In 2018, she obtained her Oklahoma State Board of Behavioral Health - Licensed Professional Counselor.

Lindsey currently is working in our counseling department as the referral coordinator and focusing on cognitive behavioral therapy with the adolescent youth.

Having grown up in Cordell and Mountain View Communities, Lindsey has deep roots in Washita County due to her family's long history in the area. She continues to reside in Washita County to this day. Lindsey recently married Daron and is a proud mother to four children: Graydon, Kaisyn, McKessyn, & Walker. The McDaugale family has several fur babies: Roxy (the spunky dog), Copper (the lazy dog) & Trex (the loud cat).  In her free time, Lindsey enjoys attending her children's sporting events, reading, cooking, and cherishing her role as a mother.

 Licensed Professional Counselor

marissa@gpyfs.org

 Marissa Gough began her work at Great Plains Youth and Family Services, Inc. in January 2025 as an LPC candidate. Marissa earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Cameron University in 2020. In 2023, Marissa graduated from Cameron University with a Master of Science in Behavioral Sciences. Marissa was born and raised in Altus. Marissa married her husband Steven in 2020. Marissa and Steven have two little boys. Marissa and Steven also have two dogs, a cat and a few fish. In Marissa’s free time she likes to embroider, crochet, read and occasionally baking. 

Licensed Professional Counselor

jodi@gpyfs.org

 Jodi began her work at Great Plains Youth and Family Services, Inc. in January 2022 as a Community Outreach Specialist. She is from Hobart and has her bachelor's degree in business administration and her master's degree in school counseling. Jodi is married to Kirby and they have two children Cooper and Chase. Her hobbies include reading and watching her boys play sports. The Gray family has three dogs Douglas, Rocky, and Cujo. Jodi and her family love to travel to new places and love going to sporting events together.   

 Foster Care & Host Home Specialist

meagan@gpyfs.org

 Meagan joined GPYFS September 2018 as a Community Outreach Specialist. She is from Denton, Texas. Meagan graduated from Southwestern Assemblies of God University in Waxahachie Texas in 2016 and obtained her Bachelor of Science in Counseling with a minor in Marriage and Family Therapy, and an A.A. in Psychology and  Biblical Studies. Meagan received her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Meagan is married to Scott and they have two sons, Leo and Gabriel, and two dogs, Winston and Sadie.  She enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, watching sports, especially Texas Football, and working on projects.  

 Program Director & Community Based Youth Services Coordinator

kim@gpyfs.org

 Kim began her work at Great Plains Youth & Family Services, Inc. (GPYFS) in January 2019 as a program director. Kim formerly worked for the State Department of Health for 15.5 years until a reduction in force terminated her position as parentPRO supervisor. Prior to being a parentPRO supervisor Kim served 13 years with the Immunization Division of the State Dept of Health. Kim’s hometown is Altus. She graduated from Navajo High School, received her associate’s degree from Western Oklahoma State College, her Bachelor of Business Administration and Master of Science degree in Community Counseling from SWOSU. Kim also holds a license as an Assisted Living Administrator. Kim is very involved in the community where she currently serves as chair of Southwest Oklahoma Community Action Group, vice chair of Community Based Services, RSVP advisory board member, Chamber of Commerce board member, chair of Jackson County Community Health Action Team and a member of the Homeless Consortium as well as a member of the Western Oklahoma Opioid Consortium. Kim volunteers two days a week at Operation Care and has been doing so for the last 5 years. Kim is married to Gerry Rumschlag, who is a house supervisor at Jackson County Memorial Hospital. Kim and Gerry do not have two-legged children but currently have four 4-legged rescue kids. Kim works with two Oklahoma Pug Rescues as well as advocates for shelter animals, Altus Animal Welfare Association and Pets for Life Altus. Kim and Gerry have rental property and spend their time remodeling homes, attending auctions and estate sales. Helping people and animals has been Kim’s life work. 

 Program Assistant/Office Manager, Altus location

​ashley@gpyfs.org

Ashley joins our team as the new Administrative Assistant at our Altus location. Ashley is originally from Virginia Beach, but was raised in Moore, Oklahoma. She graduated from Penn Foster College of Applied Science and has an A+ certification in IT from Moore Norman Technology Center. She enjoys mountain biking, road cycling, camping, and hanging out with her family. Ashley has a seven year old daughter, two fur babies, and eight chickens! She enjoys all things pink. 

 Child Care Resource and Referral Program Manager 

rmyrko@gpccrr.org

Rachel began her work at GPCCRR in 2005. She currently works as a Child Care Consultant. Rachel grew up in Newcastle, OK and earned a
Bachelor degree in Family Life: Child Development with a Minor in Psychology from the University of Central Oklahoma. She is married to her high school sweetheart,Jason and has two children, Nolan and Jayci. Rachel enjoys being creative, watching sports, being with her family, and playing with her two beagles, Ruby and Sydney.

 Infant & Toddler Specialist

lisa@gpccrr.org

​Lisa began working for GPYFS in 2018 but previously worked for the agency in 2005.  She is currently working as the Infant & Toddler Specialist with Child Care Resource & Referral.  Lisa grew up in Hobart and obtained her bachelor's degree in Mass Communication from SWOSU. She has five children; Callie, Avery, Boedey, Presley, and Dillen. Lisa spends most of her free time attending her children's sporting events (football, baseball, basketball, and softball). Lisa's favorite family activities include going golfing, fishing and of course anything sports related.

 GPCCRR Business Consultant

ajarvis@gpccrr.org

​Athena Jarvis is the Business Consultant with Great Plains Child Care Resource & Referral. She grew up in Ninnekah, Oklahoma and is raising her family in SW Oklahoma. Prior to joining, GPCCRR she worked with At-Risk HS students in the secondary setting. She has many years’ experience working in higher education. She was the PDSO-at Redlands Community College as well as an academic advisor.  She also has fundraising experience serving as the Director of Advancement and Scholarships at Cameron University, and Coordinator of Advancement at Redlands Community College. Athena also proudly led the Scholars For Excellence in Child Care grant program at Redlands Community College for 11 years. She also has 17 years of experience teaching General Education, Child Development, Business, and Research courses at the collegiate level. She has an undergraduate in Communication a minor in Psychology as well as her MBA.  As the Business Consultant for the SW Region Athena’s goals are to help expand the quality and efficiency of child-care centers and child-care home providers throughout the region.

 GPCCRR  Child Care Consultant 

jhunt@gpccrr.org

 Originally from Alabama, Jennifer has lived in Southwest OK for 7 years.  She graduated from Athens State University (Alabama) with a BS in Early Childhood Education and has taught PreK-4th grade and Special Education for 15 years in Alabama, Maryland, and Oklahoma.  Jennifer has a daughter, two stepsons, two adorable granddaughters and is married to OC Hunt.  In her spare time, she loves Alabama Football, reading, and traveling.   

 PAT-Great Plains Supervisor 

sunni@gpyfs.org

 I grew up in SW OK, but attended New Mexico Military Institute in Roswell, NM for all four years of high school. Though I was accepted into the United States Military Academy at West Point, I chose to move closer to home and earned my BS in International Business with a minor in German at Oklahoma State University. I immediately went on to earn my MS in International Studies with a focus in Cultural Preservation from the School of International Studies, also at Oklahoma State University. While working towards my bachelor’s degree, my father passed away and while working on my master’s degree, my mother was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. Knowing my time left with her was short, I chose to move home and care for her while I finished my master’s thesis remotely. It was during this time that I met my husband, quickly fell in love and married him shortly after my mother’s passing. He is my absolute best friend. Shortly thereafter, I was approached by a former GPYFS employee about working as a PAT Home Visitor here at Great Plains. I jumped on the opportunity and served as a Home Visitor for about three years before I decided to become a stay-at-home mom, as we were starting our own family. Six amazing children later, I have found myself back here at GPYFS sitting in the PAT Supervisor’s position and I couldn’t be happier. I am a licensed wildlife rehabilitator and have had the opportunity to teach my children about many different animals, as we have rehabbed hundreds of animals native to Oklahoma. A few of our favorites include: opossums, raccoons, deer and bobcats. Currently, one of our bobcats is residing permanently in Washington state. I enjoy traveling and have backpacked across Costa Rica, explored Germany a few times-I was only 14 when I went solo for the first time, and I have seen the eastern Australian coast twice. I love strength training and lifting in the gym, it is very cathartic for me! I look forward to quality time with my husband and children and my favorite animal is a wombat. 

 Parent Educator

taylor@gpyfs.org

 Taylor began her work at GPYFS in January 2025 as a Parent Educator for PAT. She grew up just outside of Hobart on her family’s farm and obtained her bachelor's degree in interdisciplinary studies from Southwestern Oklahoma State University. Taylor is married to Austin and currently lives in Rocky. They have two children, Casen and Kimber. Taylor enjoys hunting, fishing, camping, and making memories with her family. 

 Parent Educator

hope@gpyfs.org

 Hope began her work at GPYFS in 2019 as a Parent Educator for Parents as Teachers program. She is a Hobart native and graduated from WOSC in 2015 with an Associates in Early Childhood and from SWOSU in 2017 with a Bachelors in Early Childhood Education.  Hope has three girls, Deeanna, Dianna and Alyssa. She also has two Siamese cats, Mia and Milo. In her free time, Hope loves spending time with her friends and family, reading, thrifting, watching movies, baking, and going to antique stores.

TSET Successful Futures Coordinator

hannah@gpyfs.org

 Hannah began her work at Great Plains Youth and Family Services, Inc. in September 2019 as a TSET Healthy Living Program Assistant Coordinator and moved into the Coordinator position in January of 2022. She is a Hobart native and obtained her B.S. in Agricultural Communications at OSU in 2014. Prior to her time at GPYFS, Hannah spent time in Ghana doing development work. You can always find Hannah around the office with a cup of coffee. She is a mom to twin boys, Mason and Matthew. Hannah's favorite family activity is anything as long as they are all together!  

TSET HLP Coordinator

sarah@gpyfs.org

 Sarah began her work at Great Plains Youth and Family Services, Inc. in February 2022 as the Healthy Living Program Assistant Coordinator. She is from Hobart and has the following education: A.S. Business Administration from WOSC, B.S. Healthcare Administration from SWOSU, Accounting Certificate from NWOSU. Sarah is married to Lewis and her children are Stetson and Addison and 4 bonus kiddos, Georgia, Trinity, Lilli and Ethan. Sarah's hobbies include reading and making things with her Cricut. The Keefer family has 3 dogs; Gizmo, Boss, and Matti, and the family likes to go fishing together and play board games.

 Community Education & Tutoring Coordinator 

misty@gpyfs.org

 Misty George has lived in Southwest Oklahoma most of her life.  She moved to Hobart in January of 2002.  Misty has taught Mathematics for the past 33 years; 24 years at Hobart High School and 9 years at Western Oklahoma State College before retiring from education in May of 2023.  She has a daughter, Darcy, who teaches Biology at Altus High School.  In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, and playing golf.   

TSET  HLP ASSISTANT COORDINATOR

alicia@gpyfs.org

Alicia resides in Caddo county with her husband, Kane, and daughter, Peyton. She is a 2019 graduate from Oklahoma State University, earning a Bachelor degree in Agricultural Communications. She enjoys visiting new places with her husband and daughter. She runs a small sheep operation with her husband raising club lambs  in Apache, OK. She also enjoys her dogs-Sayble and Gracie, as well as her cat-Waffles. 

FAMILY SUPPORT SPECIALIST

estricker@gpccrr.org

 Emmy joined GPYFS in 2015 with the TSET Healthy Living Program and in 2016 with the Foster Care and Host Home Programs. She is currently working as a Family Support Specialist with Child Care Resource and Referral. Her passion has always been to help children and families. She was born and raised in Mississippi but has called Oklahoma home for almost 20 years. She graduated with an associate degree of Applied Arts from the Art Institute of Dallas. Emmy has three children and two fur babies. She enjoys working out, hiking, and traveling.