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Chris Kughn, LMFT

Third Arm Dev on June 2, 2025

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Chris Kughn, LMFT

Chief Executive Officer

Chris Kughn (he/him) joined Buckelew Programs in May of 2019 as Chief Executive Officer with more than 20 years of experience in the public, private, and nonprofit behavioral healthcare systems. Before Buckelew, Chris served in several executive management roles.

As Executive Director of Solano County for Caminar, a nonprofit behavioral health social service organization, Chris built strong community partnerships through transparency, trust, and collaboration. Chris served in several management roles with Marin County Department of Health and Human Services, including Division Director of Adult and Older Adult Services. His commitment to nonprofit behavioral health services began with his work as a licensed therapist serving adults, children, and families in myriad circumstances, including juvenile justice, crisis stabilization, and adult homeless systems.

Chris earned a B.S. degree in Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh and an M.A. degree in Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies. He is a member of the California Association of Social Rehabilitation Agencies (CASRA). He lives in Marin County and is an avid mountain biker, cyclist, and scuba diver.

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Teresa Bowman

Third Arm Dev on June 2, 2025

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Teresa Bowman

Director of Substance Use Services

Teresa Bowman (she/her) oversees Buckelew’s Substance Use Services, which includes detox, residential treatment, and sober living homes in Marin and Sonoma counties. She’s had a distinguished career in the field, highlighted by her pivotal role in founding the Helen Vine Recovery Center (HVRC) in Marin County in 1999. Teresa’s leadership at “The Vine” earned her the Martin Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Award in 2005.

In 2011, HVRC merged with Buckelew Programs, and Teresa continued as executive director. She has been instrumental in overseeing the adoption of evidence-based treatment and expanding services, including much-needed detox centers, residential treatment programs, and sober living residences between 2020-2024.

A Marin County native, Teresa began her career after graduating from Tamalpais High School and furthered her education with a degree in business from Heald’s Business College in San Francisco. She later completed U.C. Berkeley’s Alcohol and Drug Studies program and became a Certified Addiction Specialist. Today, as a leader at Buckelew, Teresa remains dedicated to advancing the organization’s substance use programs and supporting individuals with complex needs.

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Pat Gallagher

Third Arm Dev on June 2, 2025

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Pat Gallagher

Chief Philanthropy Officer

Pat Gallagher (she/her) joined Buckelew Programs in 2020 as Chief Philanthropy Officer (CPO). Pat is an established development professional with a demonstrated history of working in human services, community health, and education sectors in the San Francisco Bay Area. Her experience includes capital campaigns, major and annual gifts, grant-making, planned giving, relationship-building, and events management. Her experience includes overseeing communications and marketing, volunteer services, and advocacy efforts. Pat is excited to be part of Buckelew’s team and shares their passion to support our vital mission, values, and strategic vision.

A native San Franciscan, Pat received her BA in English at Santa Clara University and master’s in Nonprofit Management at the University of San Francisco. When off duty, she enjoys cooking, long walks, and following televised baking competitions.

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Nori Keppel

Third Arm Dev on June 2, 2025

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Nori Keppel

Head of People

Nori joined Buckelew Programs in 2021 as Head of People, bringing over 20 years of experience in human resources leadership across diverse industries. She is a seasoned human resources executive with expertise in talent acquisition, employee relations, leadership development, and regulatory compliance. Nori has a proven track record of transforming HR functions into business partners, enhancing processes, and driving cultural change within organizations.

Prior to joining Buckelew Programs, Nori held key HR leadership roles at Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Whole Foods Market, Smith & Hawken, and Williams Sonoma, where she implemented performance management systems, led succession planning initiatives, and introduced innovative talent acquisition strategies. She has a passion for fostering high-performing teams and developing programs that support both organizational growth and employee success.

A Northern California native, Nori earned a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources from Humboldt State University. In her free time, she enjoys exploring the outdoors, kayaking the bay, and spending time in the garden.

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Erika Klohe, LCSW

Third Arm Dev on June 2, 2025

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Erika Klohe, LCSW

Regional Director of Behavioral Health, Sonoma County

Erika Klohe (she/her), a licensed clinical social worker, joined Buckelew in 2022 with extensive experience providing direct services and building community partnerships throughout Sonoma County. Her work has focused on analyzing barriers to care and developing shared practices that increase access. Erika is a passionate advocate for culturally diverse, recovery-orientated, trauma-informed, and humanistic services.

She has worked with some of the community’s most vulnerable populations, including Native and Latinx populations, individuals experiencing homelessness, seniors, LGBTQI individuals, those involved in the criminal justice system, and transitional and underserved youth and their families.

Erika earned a degree in Psychology from Sonoma State University and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from CSU Long Beach. Erika enjoys hiking, dancing, creating art, and spending time with her family and friends. She is dedicated to serving and increasing the health and well-being of all.

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Connie Mann, LMFT

Third Arm Dev on June 2, 2025

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Connie Mann, LMFT

Regional Director of Behavioral Health, Marin County

Connie Mann (she/her), a licensed marriage and family therapist, first joined Buckelew in 2003. She was named Regional Director of Behavior Health for Marin County in 2021 and also oversees Buckelew’s Suicide Prevention Programs. Connie brings extensive experience in nonprofit work, contract management, residential and supportive housing, trauma-informed care, crisis management, adult and family homelessness, peer specialist, and managed care.

Connie earned her master’s degree from Sonoma State University in 2008, specializing in sexual trauma, domestic violence, PTSD, individual, couple and family therapies, and multicultural counseling. Connie also holds graduate-level certification in Eastern, Western, and Indigenous Psychology, WRAP trainer, and Triple P parent education.

Connie lives in Petaluma with her two daughters and is an avid hiker, jogger, and advocate for environmental causes impacting our planet.

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Grace St. Clair

Third Arm Dev on June 2, 2025

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Grace St. Clair

Director of Quality and Compliance

Grace St. Clair (she/her) joined Buckelew in 2024 as Director of Quality and Compliance. She is an accomplished compliance director with over 15 years of experience implementing and managing comprehensive programs, including HIPAA/privacy and anti-fraud initiatives. Grace has a proven track record of ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and organizational objectives, developing annual compliance programs, and fostering a culture of integrity and ethical behavior within organizations.

Born and raised in San Francisco, Grace earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of San Francisco and a master’s in healthcare administration from California State University East Bay, where she is an adjunct professor. A lifelong student, Grace is working toward her law degree at Purdue University with a focus on healthcare law to enhance her skills and knowledge about healthcare compliance.

Grace enjoys volunteering with the California Association of Healthcare Leaders and serves as vice chair for its Member Advancement Committee. She lives in the East Bay and enjoys spending time with family and working out with her daughter.

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JD Schramm

Third Arm Dev on June 2, 2025

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JD Schramm

Board Chair

JD Schramm joined the Buckelew Board of Directors in 2022 as a longtime advocate for mental health services and breaking the collective silence surrounding suicide, depression, and addiction. Notably, JD broke his own silence when he presented a 2011 TED Talk about his struggle with depression and drug use. Today, JD also volunteers as a Crisis Text Line counselor and is writing a book about his journey.

As the founder of JD Schramm Communications, JD works as a keynote speaker, communication consultant, and trainer. He is also a lecturer at USC’s Annenberg School of Communication & Journalism and adjunct associate professor at the NYU Stern School of Business. He previously created and led the communications curriculum at Stanford’s Graduate School of Business. JD also authored the book “Communicate with Mastery.”

JD is an active member of the LGBTQ community, particularly focused on inclusion efforts within higher education and communities of worship. He and his husband, Rev. Ken Daigle, live in Marin County raising three very active children.

Read more about JD here.

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Carol-Anne Chang

Third Arm Dev on June 2, 2025

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Carol-Anne Chang

Board Vice Chair

Carol-Anne Chang joined the Buckelew Board of Directors in 2023 and is thrilled support an organization providing an impressive range of services and continuum of care. She is an executive leadership coach and senior advisor with global experience, following a 27-year career in foreign affairs and public service with the U.S. Department of State and the Peace Corps.

Carol-Anne’s connection to Buckelew’s mission is personal, shaped by her own family’s experience with mental health challenges. Passionate about reducing stigma and expanding access to care, she is dedicated to helping people find the resources they need to live healthy, fulfilling lives.

As a senior diplomat, Carol-Anne led negotiations with foreign governments and multilateral organizations, managed complex operations, and specialized in talent management and organizational development. She served in policy and leadership positions in U.S. embassies in Asia, Africa, and Washington, D.C., before moving to Marin County in 2021. Carol-Anne retired from her diplomatic career in 2022 to focus on coaching organizational development and making a meaningful impact in her community.

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Stan Moore

Third Arm Dev on June 2, 2025

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Stan Moore

Board Treasurer

Stan Moore, a retired attorney, served on the Buckelew Board of Directors from 2010 to 2019 and rejoined in 2023. He is delighted to return, feeling deeply connected to Buckelew’s mission to support clients, their families, and the broader community. Stan believes Buckelew’s breadth of programs and geographical reach make it a complex organization, requiring sophisticated management and an effective board. He also serves other local nonprofits.

Before retiring, Stan spent more than 24 years at AT&T and worked with several startups, focusing primarily on regulatory and corporate matters.

A native of Indiana, he earned his BA from Indiana University and his JD from Columbia Law School. He and his wife have lived in Marin County for over 30 years and have a daughter and grandson. In his free time, Stan enjoys sailing, hiking, and exploring information technologies.

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