Our Board
Carrie Corrigan, Vice President
Carrie serves as the Vice President of the Board of Directors for Mercer Family Resource Center, where she supports the board's governance and helps advance the organization's mission. She believes supporting families creates stronger, healthier communities for everyone, which is why she is passionate about Mercer's work. Carrie has served on the Mercer Family Resource Center Board of Directors for seven years and previously worked for the organization. Professionally, she is a school-based counselor and private practice therapist, bringing extensive experience supporting individuals and families. She holds a master's degree in Counselor Education, and her background provides valuable insight into the needs of children, families, and the communities Mercer serves. Outside of work, Carrie enjoys spending time outdoors, gardening, and making memories with her family, friends, and dogs.
Bryan Young, Treasurer
Bryan is a Certified Public Accountant and Partner at CPA Consulting Group in Casper. As a lifelong Casper resident, he believes strong families are essential to a healthy community and serves on the Mercer Family Resource Center Board because of its positive impact on local families. Bryan works primarily with individuals and small businesses on tax and accounting matters and enjoys applying his financial expertise to support community-serving organizations. Besides his work with Mercer Family Resource Center, he takes part in a variety of local community initiatives. Outside of work, Bryan enjoys spending time with family and friends, golfing, hunting, or watching sports.
Kayla Albertson
Kayla is the owner and attorney at Albertson Legal LLC, where she focuses on estate planning, probate, business law, and real estate. Her practice is built around helping individuals, families, and business owners plan proactively, creating legal strategies that provide clarity, stability, and protection before problems arise. That same philosophy drew her to Mercer Family Resource Center, whose mission of providing education, counseling, and prevention services helps families build strong foundations before they reach a crisis. She serves on the Mercer Family Resource Center Board because she believes investing in prevention creates healthier families and stronger communities. Outside of work, you'll usually find her chasing her toddler, hiking with her dogs, documenting the sunset, or convincing herself that buying another coffee somehow counts as self-care.
Pete Abrams
Pete has dedicated his career to public safety and law enforcement, working alongside Mercer Family Resource Center for many years and witnessing firsthand the positive impact its programs and services have on youth and families in the community. Before joining Mercer's Board of Directors, he collaborated with the organization through the Natrona County Prevention Coalition (NCPC) and other community initiatives. Pete chose to serve on the board because he believes in Mercer's mission and wanted to help support the important work being done. Besides his service with Mercer, Pete has served on the Wyoming Medical Center Foundation Board of Directors, chaired the Meth Committee, and was a member of the United Way Administration and Allocations Committee, demonstrating his long-standing commitment to serving and strengthening the community.
Kelly Heenan
Kelly is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a career dedicated to supporting youth and families. She began her career working with Mercer Family Resource Center to provide wraparound services for youth and families and later facilitated substance use prevention classes for participants in Drug Court. Now, as a board member, Kelly is committed to ensuring that all youth have access to affordable, supportive services and caring adults who will invest in their success. Kelly served for 13 years on the Wyoming Mental Health Professions Licensing Board and has volunteered with many local organizations and community events, including Meals on Wheels. Outside of work and volunteer service, Kelly enjoys traveling, attending live music events, and cheering on her sons as they compete in baseball and many other sports and activities.
Larry Wilson
Larry serves on the Board of Directors for Mercer Family Resource Center because he believes in the organization's mission of strengthening families and guiding youth toward a path of success. His commitment to serving the community also includes over 10 years of service on the Board of Directors for the Boys & Girls Club of Central Wyoming. Professionally, Larry has been a Sales Consultant with Greiner Ford in Casper for over 26 years. He also owns and operates a security company that has served Casper and the surrounding communities for over 28 years, providing crowd management and asset protection services. Through both careers, Larry has built strong relationships throughout the community and remains dedicated to making Casper a safer, stronger place to live and work.
Cathy Berens
As a Nurse Practitioner for 21 years, Cathy believes that Mercer’s mission and holistic approach align with the core values of nursing. She sees Mercer as a place for individuals and families to be seen, heard, and understood. Cathy joined the board in 2017 to connect with and show her gratitude toward the professionals in our community who identify, intervene, and support those who need it most. Outside of her work as a Nurse Practitioner, she is a mother of two, serves on the Wildcatter’s Golf Tournament Board of Directors, and enjoys walking and golfing.
Natalie Betcher, President
As a parent, Natalie understands the importance of ensuring children and families have access to education, support, and prevention services that help them thrive. She has chosen to serve on the board because she is committed to helping strengthen families and empower youth through Mercer’s prevention, education, and community collaboration. Working in the financial services industry, Natalie helps individuals and organizations plan for their financial futures while building trusted, long-term relationships. Her experience in strategic planning, fiduciary responsibility, and community engagement allows her to contribute a thoughtful and collaborative perspective to the board.