Criminal Defense Mitigation Services

Mentor Seattle Inc.

At Mentor Seattle Inc., we bring lived experience, empathy, and proven strategies to provide effective criminal defense mitigation services. Our team, led by Bishop Gaines and Joan Trower, is committed to empowering system-impacted individuals and supporting their path to rehabilitation and reintegration.

Why Choose Our Mitigation Specialists?

Approved by King County DPD
We are recognized vendors approved by King County Department of Public Defense (DPD).

Experience Rooted in Transformation
Both Bishop Gaines and Joan Trower have firsthand experience with the criminal justice system. As formerly incarcerated individuals, they’ve turned their lives around and now dedicate their expertise to helping others.

  • Bishop Gaines: Formerly sentenced to over 100 years in federal prison as a first-time offender, Bishop leveraged his time to assist over 60 individuals, including himself, in achieving legal victories and freedom.

  • Joan Trower: Joan brings years of experience working with incarcerated individuals, providing guidance and support for meaningful change.

Services Provided

Proven Expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT):

  • Extensive experience as both participants and developers of CBT programs.

  • Guiding clients to rethink destructive behaviors, understand triggers, and adopt healthier coping mechanisms.

Specialized Work with Incarcerated Youth and Adults:

  • Helping individuals understand real-life consequences and develop self-preservation strategies.

  • Emphasizing personal accountability and actionable paths for improvement.

Targeted Programs Include:

  • Self-Identity and Communication Skills

  • Personality Types and Conflict Resolution

  • Violence Reduction and Gang Disaffiliation

Culturally Relevant and Community-Focused:

  • Deep understanding of clients' cultural and environmental realities.

  • Programs designed to resonate with lived experiences and empower lasting change.

Success Stories

Contact Us

Bishop Gaines

  • Email: mentorseattle@gmail.com

  • Phone: 425.663.0666

Joan Trower

  • Email: mentorseattleops@gmail.com

  • Phone: 206.445.2071

Join us in creating a foundation for personal growth, resilience, and hope. Mentor Seattle Inc. is here to help individuals realize their potential and foster safer, stronger communities.