We bring different perspectives to the table, but we’re united by a love for purposeful work, transformative healing, and a shared mission.
Meet Our leaders
Leadership Team
David Steele, LMFT
Chief Executive OfficerDavid is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been in the field of counseling for over twenty years.
He has served clients in a variety of therapeutic settings, including wilderness-based therapy, in-home therapy, a juvenile detention center, a group home for adjudicated youth, and most recently, has had the honor of working alongside Dr. Curt Thompson and the dedicated staff of New Story Behavioral Health.
David is an alumnus of Houghton College and earned his Masters Degree in Human Development from Virginia Tech. David believes the work of better understanding our own stories, and the ways in which we have been impacted by trauma, is nothing short of a heroic act. He also believes in a loving God who desires to see us restored to health, fullness, and a renewed sense of identity and purpose. He views his professional work as “co-laboring” with God to that end.
David is married to the love of his life, Lissette, and has two stepsons and 2 dogs.
Lissette Steele
Chief Operating OfficerLissette Steele serves as Chief Operating Officer for Ten Ten Life, where she oversees program implementation, strategic development, and marketing communications initiatives.
Lissette’s commitment to mental health advocacy has been shaped by her family’s history of military service as well as a longstanding career in health care. She joins Ten Ten Life with more than 25 years of experience in health care communications, most recently founding and leading a public relations agency supporting innovation in science and medicine.
When not focused on Ten Ten Life's mission, Lissette enjoys spending time with her family and pups, gardening, reading, and indulging in far too many creative pursuits.
Daniel Belen
Director of CommunicationsDaniel is a talented and experienced designer, brand strategist, and creative director with expertise in web, mobile, user experience, and workflow design.
As Director of Communications for Ten Ten Life, he leads our branding, marketing, communication, and overall messaging strategy.
Daniel is an alum of the College of William and Mary where he earned degrees in Psychology and Religious Studies, and the Art Institute of Washington, where he earned a degree in Digital Design & Motion Graphics.
A local to the DC area, Daniel grew up in a DOD family and gained an appreciation at an early age for the sacrifices of military families. Daniel believes in the power of design and creative thinking to foster deeper connections and transform our relationships, spaces, and the way we experience the world.
In his free time, Daniel enjoys being in nature, exploring our National Parks with his kids and dog, Ringo. He likes to stay active and is always on the lookout for the perfect burger.