Heather Wilkes
President
The Mind Society
Leadership
The team setting our strategic direction and championing access to mental health care.
Board of Directors
A board committed to access, integrity, and impact.
The Board of Directors is responsible for setting the strategic direction of The Mind Society, overseeing the organization's operations, and ensuring fiscal and ethical integrity. Board members actively participate in major decision-making processes — including program development, budget approvals, and strategic planning — and play a critical role in fundraising and advocating for our mission within their professional networks and communities.
Officers
Justin Lokay
Vice President
Antonio Colaizzi
Treasurer
Corey Deasy
Secretary
Directors
Jen Dintini
Director
Kate M. Diersin, Esquire
Director
Starshemah Duncan, MS, NCC, LPC, CDAC
Director
Mental Health Care IS a
Fundamental Right for All.
Our Values
M.I.N.D.S.
Five principles that guide every program, partnership, and decision we make.
Mindfulness
Promoting awareness and presence, encouraging individuals to be conscious of their mental health and fostering environments that support mindfulness practices.
Inclusion
Offering compassionate and empathetic care, understanding each person's unique experiences and struggles, and providing a supportive environment for healing and growth.
Nurturing
Building safe, ongoing support networks that walk alongside people through every season of their mental health journey — never just a single transaction of care.
Development
Empowering individuals by providing education and resources that enable them to take control of their mental health and make informed decisions about their treatment and wellbeing.
Synergy
Building collaborative relationships with healthcare providers, community leaders, and policymakers to enhance the efficacy and reach of mental health services.