Executive Board

Kristen M. Curry, Ph.D., LPCC, Executive Officer

An advocate for social justice and proponent of human rights, Kristen expresses, "I will not explain myself, nor apologize for my thoughts or ideas, simply because I am a woman."  Academic achievements include a  Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and a Master of Arts degree in clinical counseling Doctorate of Philosophy in counselor education and supervision advanced research methods specialization. A California native that is as demographically diverse as many of the underserved populations of American society.  From an early age, life experience has taught me the value of living with a lens of cultural competence and the significance of building community awareness.  Doing so with a personal philosophy of: "In planting the seeds of humanity we can change the Earth upon which we tread, growing a global garden with the beauty of human kindness and understanding," the foundation of the mission statement that "The best of my being is the UnseenXS."

Irmak Basaran, MA, LPCC, Member Board of Directors

Originating from Istanbul, Turkey, Irmak's interests in pursuing higher education in psychology and becoming a social justice advocate, she came to San Francisco, California, in 2009.  She earned her Master's Degree in Clinical Counseling from the California School of Professional Psychology and held the license of LPCC California. Irmak finds personal fulfillment in working with culturally diverse populations and influencing people's lives positively. She believes empathy, genuine kindness, unconditional positive regard, and cultural sensitivity are essential for creating change in individuals' lives and the global community.

Alonzo M. Curry, Ph.D., MBA, MPhil., Executive Officer

With a strong background in entrepreneurship, a Doctorate in Philosophy in Management with a focus on Information Systems, Master's in Philosophy, and Business Administration. I am an enthusiastic supporter of social change and human rights. Meaningful partnerships with local and federal governments have further shaped my special blend of academic knowledge and real-world experience, giving me a thorough grasp of community dynamics and structures. I am committed to establishing a fresh perspective on social structures, propelled by a distinct vision to innovate in the social sector. My path has been shaped by a variety of life experiences and business savvy, which is exactly in line with UnseenXS's mission. "The best of our being is the UnseenXS," which sums up this mission, reflects our common core values.