BHARP Provider Council Welcomes Three New Members and Strengthens Provider Collaboration
State College, PA- The BHARP Provider Council recently held their bimonthly meeting. Established in 2022, The Provider Council was created to enhance collaboration between BHARP and its provider network. The Council brings together representatives from all levels of care who meet regularly to discuss barriers, challenges, and successes occurring within the provider community. Through open dialogue and shared problem-solving, the Provider Council plays a vital role in strengthening system coordination and supporting continuous quality improvement across the behavioral health system.
The council welcomed three new members who will contribute valuable insight and expertise to the group: Anthony DeStefano, Merakey; Joshua Burns, Children’s Service Center; and Lukas Carothers of MHY Family Services. Their participation further strengthens the Council’s commitment to meaningful provider engagement and collaboration.
Pictured standing left to right:
Valerie Barner-Skills of Central PA; Lukas Carothers-MHY Family Services; Jen Gesing- Beacon Light; Anthony DeStefano – Merakey; Cheryld Emala -SPHS; Jenny Bowen-CONCERN; Kristin Kuruzovich-CenClear; Denise Bean -The Guidance Center; Wes Thomas-CMSU BH/DS; Brandon Savochka-Center for Community Resources; Lonnie Woomer-Mainstream Counseling; Joshua Burns- Children’s Service Center; Lori Hartman-Service Access and Management, Inc
Pictured kneeling left to right:
Andrew Schmitt-Gaudenzia; Lisa Cherry- Alcohol & Drug Abuse Services; Jim Prosper-Dickinson Center