Kelly Tinley,
Executive Director
As an original founder and the Executive Director of Rock Bottom Ranch, Kelly brings a powerful blend of professional expertise and lived experience to the forefront of women’s recovery. With a Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of New Mexico and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Arizona State University, she provides the Ranch with a strong clinical foundation and a deep understanding of the complexities of the human mind.
Kelly’s leadership is informed by her extensive background in treatment center settings, where she has specialized in the intersection of substance abuse and mental health. Her clinical skills are matched only by her heart for the mission; as a Christian woman and a person in long-term recovery, Kelly understands the journey of the women she serves because she has walked the path herself.
Beyond her administrative role, Kelly remains active in the local recovery community, serving as a bridge between clinical best practices and the power of faith-based healing. She is dedicated to creating a safe, restorative environment where every woman who enters Rock Bottom Ranch has the tools, support, and spiritual foundation necessary to rebuild her life.
Tesne Davis,
Spiritual Director
Tesne is a founding member and the Spiritual Director of Rock Bottom Ranch, and has been instrumental in shaping the program’s heart and soul since its inception. She played a vital role in building the Ranch from the ground up, ensuring that every aspect of the recovery process is rooted in faith and restoration.
A retired kindergarten teacher by trade, Tesne brings a unique blend of patience, nurturing, and wisdom to our community. Her calling to ministry has deepened over the last 26 years as she has served within the Anderson County Jail, where she has faithfully preached and taught God’s Word to incarcerated women. This extensive experience gave her a front-row seat to the struggles of addiction and ignited a fierce passion for seeing women find lasting freedom.
At the Ranch, Tesne wears many hats. She leads Bible-based classes, facilitates drama therapy to help residents find their voices, and provides individualized spiritual counseling. Her life’s mission is to walk alongside women as they break the chains of their past and discover the joy of a life set free.
Janice Staples,
Financial Manager
As the Financial Director of Rock Bottom Ranch, Janice brings a wealth of administrative expertise and a deep-seated passion for justice to our leadership team. Janice joined the Ranch this year following a distinguished 21-year career serving Anderson County, including 15 years as the District Clerk.
Her years in the courtroom provided her with a sobering, firsthand look at the cycle of addiction and the high rates of recidivism within the community. This experience birthed a profound calling in her heart: she longed to be part of a solution that focused on restoring women rather than simply navigating the cycle of punishment. For Janice, the Ranch is the fulfillment of that desire—a place where women can find a true path forward instead of a revolving door.
After retiring from her public service career, Janice chose to dedicate her skills and "second act" to the Ranch's mission. In addition to overseeing the ministry's financial stewardship, she is actively involved in the residents' spiritual growth, teaching Bible-based classes that ground the women in truth. Janice’s unique perspective from the legal bench to the mission field makes her an invaluable asset to our team and the women we serve.
Rachel Ferguson,
Marketing Director
Rachel’s journey at Rock Bottom Ranch stands as a powerful testament to the life-changing mission of this ministry. After years of battling addiction and navigating the complexities of the justice system, Rachel entered our program and graduated in September 2024. Her transformation was so profound that she transitioned directly into leadership, serving as our Resident Manager for nearly two years before stepping into her current role as Marketing Director.
In addition to her leadership, Rachel is a Certified Belief Therapist and is currently furthering her expertise by pursuing a degree in Licensed Chemical Dependency Counseling. She is a vital member of our educational team, teaching classes where she bridges the gap between clinical training and her own history of restoration.
We are incredibly proud of the leader Rachel has become and are honored to support her as she follows God’s calling to help other women reclaim their lives and discover their own paths to healing.
Destiny Pearson,
Resident Manager
Destiny Pearson joins the Rock Bottom Ranch team with a profound personal and professional commitment to the world of addiction recovery. As our live in Resident Manager, Destiny makes sure every resident has the structure and support needed to build a firm foundation for their new life.
Destiny’s leadership is rooted in her own recovery journey as a woman with nearly four years of continuous sobriety. This lived experience allows her to meet residents with a unique blend of firm accountability and deep, authentic empathy. She understands the challenges of the early walk because she has walked that path herself.
Before transitioning to her role here in Texas, Destiny spent over two and a half years at Saving Grace Women’s Home in Florida. During her tenure there, she served as both Marketing Assistant and Marketing Director.
Driven by a passion for professional excellence in the field, Destiny is currently pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Addiction Counseling. By combining her years of marketing expertise, her personal recovery, and her ongoing clinical education, Destiny provides our residents with a well-rounded and hopeful perspective on what is possible in a life free from addiction.
As the Receptionist for Rock Bottom Ranch, Karen is often the first voice of hope and the first welcoming smile for those seeking a new beginning. Karen’s connection to the Ranch is deeply personal; she is a proud graduate of the program, and her presence on our staff serves as a daily testament to the power of recovery and the beauty of a life transformed.
Karen officially joined our team through the MET program, bringing a spirit of service and a firsthand understanding of the journey our residents are navigating. Her role at the front desk is just one part of her story of growth. She is currently pursuing a degree in Creative Writing and Journalism through Liberty University Online, where she is honing her skills to share stories that inspire and heal.
We are incredibly blessed to have Karen’s unique perspective and professional dedication on our team. We are so proud of the strides she has made, both as a graduate and now as a colleague, and we are excited to see how God will use her voice and writing to impact the world in the years to come.