Highland Rivers’ Executive Team is comprised of experienced professionals that collaborate to manage clinical and business operations, ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and procedures, and oversee the delivery of high-quality services that meet the needs of every individual we serve. The agency is led by experienced clinicians including Chief Executive Officer Melanie Dallas, a Licensed Professional Counselor, and Chief Medical Officer Nizamuddin Khaja, MD, a board certified psychiatrist. Fostering a culture of accountability and service, each member of the team has a unique role in ensuring Highland Rivers Health is the best organization it can be.
Melanie Dallas, LPCChief Executive Officer
Franscica MgBodile, MDChief Medical Officer
Debbie Strotz, MPA, CARESChief Operating Officer
Rich Gonzalez, MBAChief Administrative Officer
Stephanie Bishop-Collum, LCSW, CHCChief Compliance Officer
Kelly Trusheim, PsyD, MADirector of Clinical Services
Kevin Scott, RN, BSN, MBADirector of Nursing
Dena Payne, MBADirector of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Michael Mullet, BACommunity Relations Director
Erica Collins, MBADirector of Human Resources
Laura Citron, BSDirector of Business Development
Melissa Stone, MAExecutive Secretary to the CEO, CAO and Governing Board