Chris Kughn . Destigmatizing Mental Health

Welcome to a very special episode that is launching during the week of  ‘Podcasthon’; the world’s largest podcast charity initiative, bringing together podcasters worldwide to raise awareness of local non-profits charitable causes.

And what’s more timely and relevant right now, than delving into a discussion of behavioral health with an organization that has been servicing its clients for over 55 years. 

Founded in 1970, Buckelew Programs encompasses a combined 137 years of experience serving the North Bay, here in California. With programs in Marin, Sonoma, Lake and Mendocino Counties, Buckelew’s mission is to promote recovery, resilience and Hope (something we’re big on in this podcast) by providing behavioral health and support services that enhance quality of life through their 5 Core Programs: Counseling, Service Navigation, Substance Use Recovery, Supported Housing, and Suicide Prevention. Buckelew is tirelessly working to destigmatize the value of mental health, in the services they provide to foster healthy people and communities.

Chris Kughn is Buckelew’s CEO, and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and has served at the helm of Buckelew since May of 2019 He has more than 20  years of experience in the public, private and, nonprofit behavioral healthcare systems. Prior to Buckelew, Chris served in several executive management roles in Solano County and the Marin County Department of Health and Human Services, including Division Director of Adult and Older Adult Services. His passion and commitment to nonprofit behavioral health services began with his work serving adults, children, and families in juvenile justice, crisis stabilization and adult homeless systems.

With 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). Chris tends to his own mental health through mountain biking, cycling, scuba diving, and a gift that I’ve had the pleasure of enjoying; a keen sense of humor.

To contact Chris Kughn driectly:

Business email Address: [email protected]

Business website: Buckelew.org

Buckelew's socials:

instagram.com/buckelewprograms

facebook.com/Buckelew.Programs

For more information about Buckelew's Bike + Hike 4 visit their event page: https://buckelew.org/bike4buckelew/

For more information on Podcasthon week: https://podcasthon.org/

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Theme Song Credit:  'Together' by For King & Country

Outro Music Sample (for this episode): 'Big Chief' by Professor Longhair and Earl King

Proverbs 23:18

"Surely there is a future, and your Hope will not be cut off."

Until next time, stay Healthy and Hopeful!