AQB's History

“While I wouldn’t wish sexual assault on anyone, I am grateful I had a team of people around me who helped me heal, so that I can encourage and empower others to fight the good fight. They are not alone; healing is definitely possible!.”  

Martha is the Executive Director and Founder of A Quarter Blue. She authored My Secret Life: A Truthful Look at a Child Actor’s Victory over Sexual Abuse, which details her journey from victim to victor.  Martha speaks throughout the world on developing healthier and safer communities. Book available in AQB's Shop.

 “I spent 25 years as a police officer, and I witnessed first hand the effects of trauma.  When left unresolved, this can lead to destructive behavior.  I support AQB because it offers a pathway to healing."  

Tim Roop has been a long time supporter of A Quarter Blue. He is a retired police officer, having served the City of Xenia, Ohio for 25 years. He has been active in the Fraternal Order of Police and also led a team that established an addiction recovery organization. He has been recognized for his efforts by the Xenia Chamber of Commerce, the Ohio Senate, and the Ohio House of Representatives. Tim has earned a Bachelor's degree from Cedarville University and a Master's degree from Tiffin University.

"A Quarter Blue is a unique trauma center focused on survivors of crimes. It began as a program for Children and adults survivors of sexual abuse and has been expanded to include all crimes against those least able to protect themselves. We are determined to break the silence surrounding violent and domestic crime, protecting the identities of individuals involved in our programs, and allowing them to be freed from the stigma of the trauma to concentrate on the processes of healing."

Wayne Brazil, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist of 25 years, is A Quarter Blue’s Substitute Supervisor and former supervisor for five years. He is the Clinic Director of G. Wayne Brazil and Associates, Counselors and Consultants with offices in Tustin and Orange. Wayne taught at Hope International University. He is a former business executive and business owner. He developed a psycho-therapeutic approach called Metaphorical Parts Work. He is also an artist, musician, published award winning poet and author.

“I believe in how AQB helps so many in need and am proud to be a part of this organization.”
Dawn is A Quarter Blue’s Secretary and assists with the grant writing.  She worked for the United States District Court in Los Angeles for almost 30 years.   The majority of the time she worked in Supervision and the last four years she was a Judicial Assistant to a Federal Judge.   She retired from the court in December of 2019.   She is a member of the Federal Court Clerk’s Association. 

"In my teen years, I decided that I wanted to use my abilities to make a difference in others' lives. That is why I committed to teaching, and why I continue to volunteer for AQB. I am grateful to be involved with an organization that helps children who are in need of healing and support."

 Chanté holds a Master's degree in English from California State University Long Beach. She has taught college composition, tutored language arts to children, and worked as an assistant editor for a magazine company. When not reading, writing, or teaching, she enjoys traveling, trying new foods, and discovering amazing films. 

"I am honored to partner with A Quarter Blue. I’ve known the Wade family (Founders of AQB) since I was in high school.  Over the past 10 years they’ve shown me nothing but love, support, and kindness....My truest passion is in the mentoring, coaching, and development of young professionals. Partnering with AQB will allow me to use the professional skills I’ve developed now over half a decade to further positively impact the next generation of leaders in the world. I can think of no better opportunity to give back to my community and to serve others. AQB’s mission of providing care, guidance, and support to children in need aligns with my personal core values and goals and I cannot say enough how grateful I am to have the opportunity to help further the organization’s goals."

Anthony is a sales and marketing manager and sales development coach in Newport Beach, CA. He has worked independently with Vector Marketing over the last six years. He is the eldest of four and the son of a proud and strong mother..  He is currently  an assistant coach for a high school basketball team.   

"There is no greater Joy than serving others AQB embodies pure service to others."

 Catherine is a real estate agent and broker, with Walter K. Bowman Real Estate. She holds a Bachelor’s in Business Administration with an emphasis in Management. She currently serves on the Pacific West Association of Realtors Grievance Committee, past President, Secretary of Kiwanis of Cypress, Secretary of Cypress Festival Association, member of Soroptimist, and recipient of PTA Golden Oak.

"The AQB's mission is dear to my heart. As both a nurse caring for people in immediate trauma and victims of crime in the acute phases and in the aftermath, I've witnessed the deterioration of people who did not benefit from appropriate recovery interventions: PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, 

Drug and alcohol addiction, Suicide, Prostitution, Homicide and Homelessness to name a few of the deleterious effects suffered by victims of childhood abuses, of all kinds, as well as those who witnessed

criminal activity in their environments.  I recognize it is extremely important to both offer recovery solutions and train more therapists in this specialized field of therapy."   Reen had a successful career as a   Registered Nurse since 1989, She is California Certified in Critical  Care and Emergency /Trauma, in addition to  being a Certified Chemotherapy Nurse, Oncology.