The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee (DEIC) - Cultural Competence continues to assess, advise, implement, support, and monitor policies and programs which ensures effective service and program provisions in all cross-cultural situations. The committee members, representing diverse cultural backgrounds and other special interests, will continue to provide input and insight to the Behavioral Health Department leadership team in order to create a safe and welcoming environment for all. Current committee members include:
Kimberli Andridge, Psy.D, Associate Director of Operations & Quality, Coor. of Gender & Sexual Inclusivity
Jay Bettergarcia, Ph.D, Professor & Director of QCARES
Ana Isabel Cabezas, Psy.D, Diversity & Multicultural Inclusion Coordinator
Michelle Call, former ED of The GALA Pride & Diversity Center
Gabriel Granados, Behavioral Health Specialist Veteran Outreach Program
Nancy Jambor, Behavioral Health Clinician
Barry Johnson, TMHA Division Director, Education and Advocacy
Margaux Jones, FCNI Independent Living Program Supervisor
Brooke Klever, TMHA Lead Behavioral Health Navigator
Claudia Lopez, L.C.S.W. Patient Rights Advocate
Annika Michetti, Behavioral Health Program Supervisor, Drug & Alcohol Services
Carlos Olson, Mental Health Program Supervisor
Juanita Patlan Mendez, FCNI WRAP Case Manager
Joy Pedersen, Ph.D, TMHA Board Member
Lilia Rangel-Reyes, Multicultural Specialist, Tri-Counties Regional Center
Jill Rietjens, L.M.F.T. Behavioral Health Division Manager
Anne Robin, L.M.F.T. Behavioral Health Administrator
Nasseem Rouhani, Behavioral Health Specialist
Kendra Scott, Veterans Service Administrative Assistance
Karina Silva Garcia, Ph.D, Program Manager, Prevention & Outreach
Katherine Soule, Ph.D, Director UC Cooperative Extension & Youth, Families, & Communities
Rachel Tarver, Behavioral Health Clinical Supervision & Training Coordinator
Laura Zarate, Behavioral Health Public Information Specialist