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Executive Leaders
Steve Howell, MS, LMHC, LCAC
Chief Executive Officer
Licensure:
Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor
Education:
Master’s degree in human services and post-graduate certificate in educational psychology
Experience:
With 30-plus years in mental health, he joined Northeastern Center in 1993 and has served as CEO since 2019.
Steve’s “Why”:
He wants to always be in a position where he can have the greatest positive impact on the most people; Northeastern Center continues to answer that calling for him.
Dorothy Fuentes, MBA, MS, LMHC
Chief Clinical Officer
Licensure:
Licensed Mental Health Counselor with certification in addictions counseling
Education:
Master’s degree in mental health counseling and master’s degree in business administration
Experience:
With more than 25 years of experience in mental health, Dottie has served as CCO since 2019.
Dottie’s “Why”:
She is committed to the mission and vision of Northeastern Center and appreciates the team approach within the organization.
Julia Renno, MBA
Chief Financial Officer
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in psychology and master’s degree in business administration
Experience:
As a healthcare executive, she has extensive clinical and administrative experience, including roles with both non-profit and for-profit organizations.
Julia’s “Why”:
She strives to impact the healthcare system as a whole by influencing its shift to a model that treats people better when well, before they are sick.
Seth Gibson, MPM
Chief Operating Officer
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in psychology and master’s degree in public management
Experience:
20-plus years of healthcare experience, including leadership roles in outpatient and inpatient mental health.
Seth’s “Why”:
He is passionate about patients having timely access to care and ensuring a wide variety of services are offered.
Jill Mueller, BS
Human Resources Director
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership and supervision
Certification:
Senior Professional in Human Resources
Experience:
With more than 30 years at Northeastern Center, she has served as HR director since 1999.
Jill’s “Why”:
Serving in an organization where people are respected and inspired, she hopes to cultivate a culture where everyone has an opportunity for growth, not only reaching their full potential, but also supporting the collective mission
.
Tami Brigle, MBA
Marketing Director
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in journalism and master’s degree in business administration
Experience:
17-plus years of experience, including journalism, content marketing, and public relations roles.
Tami’s “Why”:
She is proud to share the stories of the positive impact that Northeastern Center has on its clients and communities.
Clinical Services Leaders
Cory Headley, MSW, LCSW
Clinical Services Director – DeKalb and Steuben County
Licensure:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in psychology and master’s degree in social work
Experience:
20-plus years of experience in social work and mental healthcare.
Cory’s “Why”:
She chose the field of mental health to help others overcome challenges, heal from whatever life has given them, help foster a sense of hope, and improve their overall well-being.
Jeremy Lewis, MSEd, LMFT
Clinical Services Director – Noble and LaGrange County
Licensure:
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in psychology and master’s degree in marriage and family therapy
Experience:
20-plus years of experience in community and private practice mental health.
Jeremy’s “Why”:
He chose Northeastern Center for its ongoing commitment to helping the under-served.
Adrienne Long, MPA
Associate Director of Child and Adolescent Services
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in psychology and master’s degree in public administration
Experience:
With 10-plus years of experience in the non-profit sector, including community mental health, she has served in multiple leadership roles.
Adrienne’s “Why”:
She is dedicated to enhancing the quality of care and services available to children and families in the area.
Adam Rebber, MA, LMHCA
Associate Director of Residential Services
Licensure/Certifications:
Mental Health Counselor Associate, Moral Reconation Therapy Certified
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in education and master’s degree in mental health counseling
Experience:
15-plus years in the mental health field, working with depression, anxiety, trauma, couple’s counseling and addictions.
Adam’s “Why”:
He is passionate about helping others and enjoys working with our residential care population.
Operational Leaders
Hannah Baughman, BS, OBHP
Community Health and Outreach Center Director
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in human services
Certification:
Other Behavioral Health Professional
Experience:
Since joining the Northeastern Center team in 2017, she has served in a variety of direct care and leadership roles.
Hannah’s “Why”:
She is driven by a commitment to ensuring that every person has access to the quality of care and support that they deserve.
Nicole Cavanaugh, MBA
Operations Manager – LaGrange
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration and management, and master’s degree in business administration
Certifications:
Certified Patient Experience Professional
Experience:
20-plus years of experience in healthcare, focusing on operations and patient experience.
Nicole’s “Why”:
She wants to create a supportive and welcoming environment where all clients feel comfortable seeking out the care they need.
Lindsay Senger, MBA, PMP
CCBHC Program Director
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration and master’s degree in business administration
Certifications
: Project Management Professional
Experience:
A 20-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force, he brings extensive experience as the senior administrative officer for the 78th Medical Group in Warner Robbins, Georgia.
Lindsay’s “Why”:
He wants to serve a community that continues to serve all.
Keeley Vaught, BA, OBHP
Clubhouse Manager
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in psychology
Certifications
: Other Behavioral Health Professional
Experience:
She participated in undergrad psychology research and interned in an alcohol research lab at the Indiana University School of Medicine. After graduation, she joined Clubhouse as a team lead and transitioned to the manager role in 2025.
Keeley’s “Why”:
She is passionate about mental health and wants to help people work towards recovery, achieve independence, and regain dignity.
Brent Driver, BS
Operations Manager – Steuben
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in human services
Experience:
13-plus years of experience in the community mental health field, in direct services and operations management for outpatient offices.
Brent’s “Why”:
He works in mental health because he believes that offering hope to individuals, their families, and the community can have the greatest impact on making our world a better place.
Kim Myers, BA, OBHP
Operations Manager – DeKalb and Albion
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in psychology
Certification:
Other Behavioral Health Professional
Experience:
With 15 years of experience, she has been a part of the Northeastern Center team since 2020.
Kim’s “Why”:
She is passionate about working with individuals with mental illness, and she loves the opportunity to help individuals find hope, value and worth in themselves.
Travis Stebing, MS
TCM/ACT Team Manager
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in education and master’s degree in education
Certification:
Indiana Professional Educators License
Experience:
13 years of experience in special education, working with students with emotional and behavioral disabilities.
Travis’ “Why”:
He is passionate about helping people better themselves and make the most of themselves.
Travis Odier
Maintenance Coordinator
Education:
Associate degrees in business management and marketing.
Experience:
B
ackground in
production, shipping and receiving, supervision and department
coordination
, plus
experience as an
insurance agent and business owner.
Travis’ “Why”:
He wants to be part of the solution for mental health by assisting in the best way he can, keeping facilities safe, functional and compliant.
As a community mental health center, Northeastern Center provides comprehensive mental health services, including outpatient therapy and medication management, substance use treatment, adult residential homes, inpatient services, 24/7 crisis services and more. With 12 locations across DeKalb, LaGrange, Noble and Steuben counties, it has served northeast Indiana since 1977.
No person shall, on the grounds of race, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, veterans status, ability to pay, GINA, gender identity or sexual orientation be excluded from participating in, be denied the benefit of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity of Northeastern Center, Inc. A discounted/sliding fee schedule is available based on family size and income.
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How to Become a Client
Leadership
josie
2026-01-30T15:10:50-05:00
Executive Leaders
Steve Howell, MS, LMHC, LCAC
Chief Executive Officer
Licensure:
Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor
Education:
Master’s degree in human services and post-graduate certificate in educational psychology
Experience:
With 30-plus years in mental health, he joined Northeastern Center in 1993 and has served as CEO since 2019.
Steve’s “Why”:
He wants to always be in a position where he can have the greatest positive impact on the most people; Northeastern Center continues to answer that calling for him.
Dorothy Fuentes, MBA, MS, LMHC
Chief Clinical Officer
Licensure:
Licensed Mental Health Counselor with certification in addictions counseling
Education:
Master’s degree in mental health counseling and master’s degree in business administration
Experience:
With more than 25 years of experience in mental health, Dottie has served as CCO since 2019.
Dottie’s “Why”:
She is committed to the mission and vision of Northeastern Center and appreciates the team approach within the organization.
Julia Renno, MBA
Chief Financial Officer
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in psychology and master’s degree in business administration
Experience:
As a healthcare executive, she has extensive clinical and administrative experience, including roles with both non-profit and for-profit organizations.
Julia’s “Why”:
She strives to impact the healthcare system as a whole by influencing its shift to a model that treats people better when well, before they are sick.
Seth Gibson, MPM
Chief Operating Officer
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in psychology and master’s degree in public management
Experience:
20-plus years of healthcare experience, including leadership roles in outpatient and inpatient mental health.
Seth’s “Why”:
He is passionate about patients having timely access to care and ensuring a wide variety of services are offered.
Jill Mueller, BS
Human Resources Director
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership and supervision
Certification:
Senior Professional in Human Resources
Experience:
With more than 30 years at Northeastern Center, she has served as HR director since 1999.
Jill’s “Why”:
Serving in an organization where people are respected and inspired, she hopes to cultivate a culture where everyone has an opportunity for growth, not only reaching their full potential, but also supporting the collective mission
.
Tami Brigle, MBA
Marketing Director
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in journalism and master’s degree in business administration
Experience:
17-plus years of experience, including journalism, content marketing, and public relations roles.
Tami’s “Why”:
She is proud to share the stories of the positive impact that Northeastern Center has on its clients and communities.
Clinical Services Leaders
Cory Headley, MSW, LCSW
Clinical Services Director – DeKalb and Steuben County
Licensure:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in psychology and master’s degree in social work
Experience:
20-plus years of experience in social work and mental healthcare.
Cory’s “Why”:
She chose the field of mental health to help others overcome challenges, heal from whatever life has given them, help foster a sense of hope, and improve their overall well-being.
Jeremy Lewis, MSEd, LMFT
Clinical Services Director – Noble and LaGrange County
Licensure:
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in psychology and master’s degree in marriage and family therapy
Experience:
20-plus years of experience in community and private practice mental health.
Jeremy’s “Why”:
He chose Northeastern Center for its ongoing commitment to helping the under-served.
Adrienne Long, MPA
Associate Director of Child and Adolescent Services
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in psychology and master’s degree in public administration
Experience:
With 10-plus years of experience in the non-profit sector, including community mental health, she has served in multiple leadership roles.
Adrienne’s “Why”:
She is dedicated to enhancing the quality of care and services available to children and families in the area.
Adam Rebber, MA, LMHCA
Associate Director of Residential Services
Licensure/Certifications:
Mental Health Counselor Associate, Moral Reconation Therapy Certified
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in education and master’s degree in mental health counseling
Experience:
15-plus years in the mental health field, working with depression, anxiety, trauma, couple’s counseling and addictions.
Adam’s “Why”:
He is passionate about helping others and enjoys working with our residential care population.
Operational Leaders
Hannah Baughman, BS, OBHP
Community Health and Outreach Center Director
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in human services
Certification:
Other Behavioral Health Professional
Experience:
Since joining the Northeastern Center team in 2017, she has served in a variety of direct care and leadership roles.
Hannah’s “Why”:
She is driven by a commitment to ensuring that every person has access to the quality of care and support that they deserve.
Nicole Cavanaugh, MBA
Operations Manager – LaGrange
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration and management, and master’s degree in business administration
Certifications:
Certified Patient Experience Professional
Experience:
20-plus years of experience in healthcare, focusing on operations and patient experience.
Nicole’s “Why”:
She wants to create a supportive and welcoming environment where all clients feel comfortable seeking out the care they need.
Lindsay Senger, MBA, PMP
CCBHC Program Director
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration and master’s degree in business administration
Certifications
: Project Management Professional
Experience:
A 20-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force, he brings extensive experience as the senior administrative officer for the 78th Medical Group in Warner Robbins, Georgia.
Lindsay’s “Why”:
He wants to serve a community that continues to serve all.
Keeley Vaught, BA, OBHP
Clubhouse Manager
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in psychology
Certifications
: Other Behavioral Health Professional
Experience:
She participated in undergrad psychology research and interned in an alcohol research lab at the Indiana University School of Medicine. After graduation, she joined Clubhouse as a team lead and transitioned to the manager role in 2025.
Keeley’s “Why”:
She is passionate about mental health and wants to help people work towards recovery, achieve independence, and regain dignity.
Brent Driver, BS
Operations Manager – Steuben
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in human services
Experience:
13-plus years of experience in the community mental health field, in direct services and operations management for outpatient offices.
Brent’s “Why”:
He works in mental health because he believes that offering hope to individuals, their families, and the community can have the greatest impact on making our world a better place.
Kim Myers, BA, OBHP
Operations Manager – DeKalb and Albion
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in psychology
Certification:
Other Behavioral Health Professional
Experience:
With 15 years of experience, she has been a part of the Northeastern Center team since 2020.
Kim’s “Why”:
She is passionate about working with individuals with mental illness, and she loves the opportunity to help individuals find hope, value and worth in themselves.
Travis Stebing, MS
TCM/ACT Team Manager
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in education and master’s degree in education
Certification:
Indiana Professional Educators License
Experience:
13 years of experience in special education, working with students with emotional and behavioral disabilities.
Travis’ “Why”:
He is passionate about helping people better themselves and make the most of themselves.
Travis Odier
Maintenance Coordinator
Education:
Associate degrees in business management and marketing.
Experience:
B
ackground in
production, shipping and receiving, supervision and department
coordination
, plus
experience as an
insurance agent and business owner.
Travis’ “Why”:
He wants to be part of the solution for mental health by assisting in the best way he can, keeping facilities safe, functional and compliant.
As a community mental health center, Northeastern Center provides comprehensive mental health services, including outpatient therapy and medication management, substance use treatment, adult residential homes, inpatient services, 24/7 crisis services and more. With 12 locations across DeKalb, LaGrange, Noble and Steuben counties, it has served northeast Indiana since 1977.
No person shall, on the grounds of race, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, veterans status, ability to pay, GINA, gender identity or sexual orientation be excluded from participating in, be denied the benefit of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity of Northeastern Center, Inc. A discounted/sliding fee schedule is available based on family size and income.
Copyright 2025 Northeastern Center, Inc. | All Rights Reserved |
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|
Price Transparency
Website by
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