TAYA is a reproductive and sexual health care clinic staffed by a team of experienced nurse practitioners and administrative personnel to promote the health of those we serve. We offer routine gynecological care, STD testing and treatment, family planning/birth control options counseling, pregnancy testing and much more.

 


Karen Butler-Colbert, MSN, CRNP
Executive Director

Kenneth Blank, MD
Medical Director

Paola Bueno
Deputy Director

Lisa Hoopes, MSN, CRNP
Nurse Practitioner

Molly Love, MSW, LGSW
Social Worker/Director of Outreach

Kara Kochan
Development Director

Xiomara Gonzales
Medical Assistant

Yurmin Diaz
Front Desk

Janette Rodriguez
Administrative Assistant/Receptionist

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Nira Mitchell CNM, MSN
Nurse Midwife

Mayra Rosales
Medical Assistant

Diana Baquero
Administrative Assistant/Receptionist

 

TAYA is funded through local, state and federal funding as a 501(c) (3) not-for-profit organization.  We accept and greatly appreciate all donations from corporations, foundations and individuals who support our mission and program.

 

One of the goals TAYA strives for is to reduce the number of unintended pregnancies among teenagers and young adults in Montgomery County and the surrounding areas.  To accomplish this goal, TAYA offers family planning counseling to clients in addition to a wide variety of contraception options available on-site.  Emergency Contraceptive Pills are also available at the clinic on a walk-in basis. 

TAYA provides teenagers and young adults who are uninsured or underinsured access to affordable high-quality sexual and reproductive health care. 

TAYA provides health education that is personalized to meet the needs of each individual on a broad range of sexuality topics.  Emphasis is given to the importance of making informed responsible choices regarding safe sexual activity. 

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TAYA provides a safe and confidential clinic that meets the needs of today’s teens and young adults.