Grace is the President & CEO at CMHA and has been with the agency for the past 22 years. Grace is a graduate of the UCONN School of Social Work and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She had spent the beginning of her career in the substance abuse area of the organization, and after obtaining her Master’s Degree in Social Work, transitioned into a leadership role overseeing the Mental Health group home system. She also held leadership roles in both child and adult outpatient programs at CMHA. Grace has spent most of her career focusing on the integration of substance abuse, mental health, and physical health services within the organization to provide a holistic approach for the clients we serve. Grace’s most notable attribute is her laugh; you know when Grace is in the building if you hear the sound of her laugh!

As Chief Operating Officer at CMHA, Chris provides strategic leadership across both programmatic services and administrative operations, ensuring alignment with the agency’s mission and long-term vision. With over a decade of dedicated service to CMHA, he brings deep institutional knowledge and a steadfast commitment to advancing behavioral health initiatives.

In addition to his executive responsibilities, Chris plays a pivotal role in CMHA’s legislative advocacy efforts, championing policies that promote social equity and access to care. His influence extends beyond the agency through board service with organizations such as the Connecticut chapter of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and the American Savings Foundation. He also serves as a corporator for Thomaston Savings Bank, reinforcing his dedication to civic engagement and regional development.

A licensed clinical social worker, Chris holds dual Master’s degrees, one in Clinical Social Work from the University of Saint Joseph and another in Business Management. He further complements his leadership portfolio with certifications in Project Management and Six Sigma, underscoring his passion for innovation, operational excellence, and results-driven strategy.

Chief Financial Officer

As Chief Human Capital Officer, Stacey has oversight of Human Resources and Security at CMHA. Stacey holds a Master’s Degree in Labor Relations from The University of New Haven and has been working in healthcare and human services for over 25 years. Stacey previously worked for large health systems in the state but has since shifted her passion in Human Resources towards smaller not for profit organizations, with a focus on both organizational and transformational leadership development. Stacey is also the Board President of Naugatuck Youth Services.

Dr. Andy Beltrán is a key member of the senior leadership team at CMHA, where he serves as Medical Director. His responsibilities include overseeing medical staff, mitigating risks, addressing health disparities, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality care. He is deeply committed to improving access to culturally responsive mental health services. Additionally, as Chief Medical Officer at the Hispanic Health Council, Dr. Beltrán leads wellness programs and integrated care models aimed at reducing health disparities in underserved communities.

Hope joined CMHA in 2011 as an intern, immediately showing her passion for the work. Over the past 15 years, she has advanced through multiple leadership roles, including Program Coordinator of TLC, Outpatient Clinical Director, Clinical Education Director, and Director of Operations. Hope continues to demonstrate exceptional clinical expertise. While modeling high performance, she reimagined how we learn at CMHA by introducing evidence‑based models that elevated our clinical practice and aligned our training with the highest standards in behavioral health.