
ACE OvercomersÂ
The Center for Resilience
We walk alongside individuals, families, and professionals as they learn about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and break free from the cycle of trauma. Through science-based strategies and faith-informed support, we help communities cultivate resilience—together.
(ACE Overcomers, founded in 2010, is a faith-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.)
Don Caballero
Co-CEO
Our MissionÂ
We build communities locally and globally, by helping individuals overcome the effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), through professional training and evidence-based curricula.
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Core Programs
ACE Academy
Heal, grow, and empower—anytime, anywhere. Online classes to guide you or those you serve, at your pace, on your schedule
Trauma-Informed Workshops
Trauma-informed workshops for professionals—on-site or virtual. Equip your team to recognize trauma, respond with empathy, and build resilience.
Global Reach
Trauma-informed education and healing to communities worldwide—from rural villages to global cities—building resilience, one community at a time.

Evidence Based Effectiveness
- University Study
Technical report by University of California Merced validates our approach. - Peer-Reviewed
Published in Child Abuse & Neglect, The International Journal. - STC Certified
Recognized by California's Board of State and Community Corrections.
“…the findings provide empirical evidence for the efficacy of
ACE Overcomers in improving emotion regulation skills, psychological resilience and well-being, quality of life, illness days, and somatic symptoms…”Â
A Technical Report Prepared by:
Linda D. Cameron, Ph.D., Paul Carroll, B. A., and William Kyle Hamilton, B. A.
University of California, Merced
Read the White Paper
Building Resilience Together
From education and social services to law enforcement and faith-based initiatives, our partners call on us for professional training, workshops, and resources that transform lives.














“We have found the training to be absolutely essential in providing a strong foundational
understanding of trauma, its varied causes, and the individual’s response to trauma. Equally profound, we learned that healing is not only possible, but that there are specific tools and skills we can bring to bear in our own lives and the lives of our clients that address pathways to overcoming trauma.”Â
Alice Perez
Services Manager
Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office
 Board Members

Brent Jerner
President

Jack Mobley
Treasurer

Bunny Paskin
Secretary

Alfonso Esquer
Board Member

Charles Lockridge
Board Member

Al Schaap
Board Member

Isaac Kim, M.D.
Board Member

Michael D Anderson
Board Member
Staff Members
Francine Williams
Administration & Fiscal Manager
OfficeÂ
(209) 626-5446
Cell
(209)777-5829
Email
[email protected]
Phillip Schmauss
Operations & Program Management
OfficeÂ
(209) 626-5446
Cell
(209)658-9558
Email
[email protected]
Carrie Schaller
Community Health Liaison
OfficeÂ
(209) 626-5446
Cell
(209)489-3420
Email
[email protected]