Behavioral Health Director with over 16 years of experience leading professional teams and fostering collaboration to manage complex, diverse mental health programs. Team-oriented, recovery based clinician trained in CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing and Trauma Informed Care, with a passion for guiding individuals with severe mental illness toward independence, purpose and joy. Employs a diverse skillset and dedicated work ethic to affect change, promote advocacy and encourage innovative approaches in the field.