Clinic Leadership
HDCC leaders oversee programming and community outreach.

Director
Child and Adolescent Development
Dr. Maffini is an Associate Professor of Child and Adolescent Development and Director
of HDCC. Dr. Maffini's research, clinical, and community-focused expertise are rooted
in counseling psychology, emphasizing trauma-informed practices and culturally responsive
approaches to healing, healthy development, health equity, and holistic well-being
for children, youth, and families in local communities.

Cheyenne Grant (she/her)
Wellness Coordinator
M.A., Child and Adolescent Development
Leads day-to-day clinic happenings and events, supports staff and visiting SJSU affiliates
with program implementation, facilitates faculty and community partnerships, strategizes
and facilitates development, and leads Service Learning program.

Kristi Ryono (she/her)
Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Child and Adolescent Development
Leads and oversees clinic marketing and communication initiatives, including newsletter,
social media, website, and flyers; supports outreach events; and works with SJSU faculty
to ensure wellness programming, services, and research projects are disseminated to
the public.