Staff Category: Admin
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Rena Quarles
With over a decade of experience in behavioral health services since 2013, Rena is passionate about supporting individuals and making a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Her professional experience has strengthened her commitment to compassionate service, effective communication, and helping those in need navigate their behavioral health journey. Outside of her career, Rena…
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Arin Kaplan
Arin joined Driftwood in July 2026. They graduated from the College of Charleston with a Bachelor’s in Computing in the Arts in 2025. They enjoy comic conventions, concerts, and spending time with their cat, Phoebe.
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Amber Johnson
Amber joined Driftwood in January 2025. She is soon to go to school in the fall for psychology. Outside of work she finds enjoyment in reading, boxing, and playing video games. She loves and appreciates her role at Driftwood, particularly valuing the opportunity to work with the children.
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Alta González
Alta González joined Driftwood in February 2026, bringing over 25 years of customer service and supervisory experience working with primary care physicians and MCO insurance companies. Before moving to South Carolina, she successfully ran her own personal concierge business and helped direct children’s choir. In her role as Office Greeter, Alta loves welcoming clients to the practice and…
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Sydney Wheelock
Sydney grew up in Connecticut and has been with Driftwood Evaluation Center since May 2024. She is currently a student at Central Connecticut State University, pursuing a degree in psychology, and will begin her master’s in social work this fall to become a licensed clinical social worker and therapist. Sydney is proud to be part…
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Melissa Wheelock
Melissa joined Driftwood in December 2022, bringing with her over 30 years of experience in the insurance industry. Outside of work, Melissa enjoys hiking, treasure hunting on the beach, thrifting, and spending quality time with her family.
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Karen Aston
Karen has been with Driftwood Evaluation Center since August 2024 and has over 35 years of experience in the insurance industry. When not working she enjoys reading, the beach and spending time with her family and friends.
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Barbara Steele
Barbara started with Driftwood in February 2023 as a part-time job, which quickly moved into a robust full-time position. She brings a variety of knowledge and skills of insurance, office management and driving a forklift! She is passionate about helping to get children and adults the support they need that will allow them to live…
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Jeremiah Preston
Jeremiah started working with Driftwood in August 2024. He has been working with Python, Frontend Web Development, and Linux since 2015, and enjoys writing programs that keep things running smoothly at Driftwood. When not at his desk, he’ll be spending time with his dog and three cats.









