Vision

To become Ohio’s most accessible champion of mental health support, substance abuse intervention, treatment, recovery, and prevention for youth and young adults.

Our aim is to be the foremost advocate for accessible mental health support, substance abuse intervention, treatment, recovery, and prevention in Ohio, with a particular focus on young adults.

Shifting from focusing on the symptoms to addressing root causes.

One Me to Be is committed to helping youth and adults remove repetitive cycles that block authentic living. Our program evaluates and addresses the roadblocks that prevent individuals from achieving their educational and employment goals. With our innovative programming and team of empathetic professionals, we help equip our people with mental and practical tools and support them in their journey.

We Are Ohio-Grown

Co-founded by Jelise Roberts and LaDonna Knabbs of Toledo, Ohio, One Me To Be began with a shared concern for the well-being of youth in our community. We kept asking the same questions: “Why?” Why were basic needs like food, housing, utilities, and clothing still going unmet? And “How?” How could we be part of the solution instead of the problem?

Those questions lit a fire that led to the creation of a program focused on Social Emotional Learning (SEL) — a space designed to help youth strengthen self-awareness, emotional regulation, and resilience.

As the vision grew, Robin Green joined forces with LaDonna and Jelise, helping to transform what started as a small community program into a fully operational behavioral health agency. With years of administrative and leadership experience, Robin brought structure, systems, and strategy to the mission — shaping One Me To Be into a trusted name in community behavioral health.

While LaDonna pursued her Master’s in Social Work to expand our clinical foundation, Robin completed her Bachelor’s in Business Administration and stepped into the role of Co-Owner and Director of Operations & Compliance. She now manages compliance, daily operations, marketing, and community partnerships — wearing the many hats it takes to keep the agency moving forward.

Together, we’ve built One Me To Be into more than a program — it’s a purpose. Our agency stands as a bridge for youth, families, and young adults seeking healing, direction, and growth. We believe in meeting people where they are and walking with them toward becoming their best selves — One Me at a time.

Meet Our Team

The One Me To Be team comprises dedicated individuals who are passionate about delivering empowering, evidence-based mental health information, resources, and tools for your benefit.

LaDonna Knabbs

Staff

MA, MSW, LSW, Co-Founder

Jelise Roberts

BA, Co-Founder

Robin Green

BA, Co-Founder

MSN, RN, QMHS III

Britt Stevens

Emily Boston

MSW, LICDIC-CS, LISW-S, Therapist

Stevie Scott

QMHS

We are committed to providing exceptional mental health and addiction services tailored for young adults.

We aim to create a supportive and compassionate environment that nurtures hope in individuals and their families.

Our Promise

Accredited, Certified, and Licensed

One Me To Be is certified by the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) and the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services