Niki is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who has spent over 15 years working with children and teens in a variety of roles—including camp director, therapist, program director, behaviorist, and adjunct professor. She holds a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor of Arts in Child and Adolescent Development and Psychology from California State University, Northridge.

Today, Niki also teaches as an adjunct professor in the Child and Adolescent Development Department at CSUN. Throughout her career, she has worked closely with children and teens with autism spectrum disorder, behavioral challenges, trauma, and a wide range of social-emotional and mental health needs.

But most importantly, camp is where Niki’s heart is.

She grew up attending both day and sleep-away camps, and those early experiences shaped who she is today. Camp has a special kind of magic: it’s a place where kids can try new things, build confidence, discover who they are, and form meaningful friendships. Now, Niki has made it her life’s work to create camp environments where every child feels safe, supported, and truly included.

At Camp Kelly, we believe all children deserve the chance to have fun, belong, and be celebrated for exactly who they are. Our goal is to create a warm, inclusive community where campers feel comfortable stepping outside their comfort zone, making connections, and creating memories that last long after camp ends.

"Meet Donna, our operations and logistics whiz! With a passion for systems and a love for lists, Donna ensures that everything behind the scenes—from budgets to schedules—is perfectly in place.

A former camp kid herself, Donna is driven by the joy and community that camp provides. She’s a reliable problem-solver who takes pride in making sure staff, parents, and campers feel supported and celebrated. Outside of camp life, she’s a coffee enthusiast, a craft lover, and a fan of all things cats, bears, and gnomes. Donna’s mission is simple: handling the details so that every child can experience the unforgettable joy of camp."