Community Mental Health Affiliates (CMHA)

Community Mental Health Affiliates (CMHA) Welcome to CMHA! Helping people across CT find recovery and a better quality of life for 50 years. www.twitter.com/cmhact

✨ Black History Month Spotlight: Jennifer Eberhardt, Ph.D. ✨Dr. Jennifer Eberhardt is a renowned Stanford University pro...
02/23/2026

✨ Black History Month Spotlight: Jennifer Eberhardt, Ph.D. ✨

Dr. Jennifer Eberhardt is a renowned Stanford University professor and leading expert on implicit bias, race, and the criminal justice system. Her research reveals how unconscious bias shapes everyday decisions from classrooms to courtrooms and its real-world consequences.
A recipient of the MacArthur “Genius Grant”, Dr. Eberhardt is also the author of Bias: Uncovering the Hidden Prejudice That Shapes What We See, Think, and Do, reminding us that bias is a human problem and one we all have the power to address. 🖤



Sources:
https://psychology.stanford.edu/people/jennifer-eberhardt
https://web.stanford.edu/~eberhard////

❄️Winter Storm Alert❄️On Monday, February 23 all outpatient appointments at all locations will be shifted to virtual app...
02/22/2026

❄️Winter Storm Alert❄️
On Monday, February 23 all outpatient appointments at all locations will be shifted to virtual appointments as appropriate, or rescheduled to the next available date.
CMHA staff will be reaching out to our clients.

Stop by and see us at The Everything Expo today at the DoubleTree by Hilton in ! Booth 26!
02/21/2026

Stop by and see us at The Everything Expo today at the DoubleTree by Hilton in ! Booth 26!

In observance of Black History Month, we came together as a staff to celebrate and recognize the profound contributions ...
02/20/2026

In observance of Black History Month, we came together as a staff to celebrate and recognize the profound contributions of Black scholars in behavioral health, whose influence has advanced awareness and underscored the importance of mental health in all communities.

This week, we were privileged to host Eugene Z. Bertrand for an impactful conversation with our team. His story of and lived experience with domestic violence, paired with a robust Q&A and book signing, created meaningful space for learning, reflection, and deeper dialogue.

As we continue to honor and celebrate Black history, we are grateful for voices like Eugene’s that broaden understanding, inspire change, and remind us of the strength found in community and perseverance. We thank him for his courage, leadership, and commitment to advocacy.

We’re thrilled to welcome Nichole Rene Potocsny to CMHA as our Director of Communications & Marketing.Since joining in N...
02/20/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Nichole Rene Potocsny to CMHA as our Director of Communications & Marketing.

Since joining in November 2025, Nichole has brought a strong background in both corporate and nonprofit environments, with deep expertise in marketing strategy, brand development, and organizational communications. She has already demonstrated a clear vision for strengthening CMHA’s voice and elevating our presence in the community.

We’re excited to have Nichole’s expertise, creativity, and mission-driven leadership guiding our communications strategy.💚💙

We’re proud to announce that Sol Karnuk, MBA, has been promoted to Director of Practice Management at CMHA.Since joining...
02/19/2026

We’re proud to announce that Sol Karnuk, MBA, has been promoted to Director of Practice Management at CMHA.

Since joining CMHA in 2007, Sol has been a steady and uplifting presence across the organization. For nearly two decades, she has led with positivity, compassion, and a solutions-focused mindset consistently supporting teams and strengthening operations. Her dedication, reliability, and commitment to growth have made her a trusted leader and valued resource agency-wide.
Sol recently earned her MBA from Southern New Hampshire University, further expanding the expertise she brings to her work.

Congratulations, Sol on this well-deserved promotion and continued leadership at CMHA.💚💙

Happy Lunar New Year to all who celebrate! May the year ahead bring wellness, prosperity, and light to you and your love...
02/18/2026

Happy Lunar New Year to all who celebrate! May the year ahead bring wellness, prosperity, and light to you and your loved ones! 🧧🔥🐎

We’re pleased to announce that Thais Ortolaza, LCSW, has been promoted to Service Area Director at CMHA.Since joining CM...
02/18/2026

We’re pleased to announce that Thais Ortolaza, LCSW, has been promoted to Service Area Director at CMHA.

Since joining CMHA in 2024 as Clinical Director of Community Operations, Thais has distinguished herself as a thoughtful and strategic leader. She has strengthened her program areas through intentional leadership, consistent coaching, and a strong culture of accountability and growth. Her expertise in performance improvement, data analysis, and community-based practice has already elevated the quality and impact of our services.

We look forward to her continued leadership as she advances CMHA’s mission with clarity, compassion, and operational excellence.💚💙

Come see us at BOOTH 26! We will be participating in the Central CT Chambers of Commerce Everything Expo on Saturday, Fe...
02/17/2026

Come see us at BOOTH 26! We will be participating in the Central CT Chambers of Commerce Everything Expo on Saturday, Feb 21, 2026 from 11am - 5pm in Bristol at the DoubleTree by Hilton!
Hope to see you there!

📣We’re thrilled to announce that Hope Ustanowski, LPC has been promoted to Senior Operations Officer and will join CMHA’...
02/17/2026

📣We’re thrilled to announce that Hope Ustanowski, LPC has been promoted to Senior Operations Officer and will join CMHA’s Senior Management Team.

Since joining CMHA in 2011 as an intern, Hope has advanced through several key leadership roles, including Program Coordinator of TLC, Outpatient Clinical Director, Clinical Education Director, and Director of Operations. Over the past 15 years, she has demonstrated exceptional clinical expertise and a strong commitment to excellence, introducing evidence-based models that strengthened our clinical practice and elevated training standards across the organization.

We look forward to her continued leadership and impact at CMHA. 💚💙

"Ramadan Mubarak" (Blessed Ramadan)
02/17/2026

"Ramadan Mubarak" (Blessed Ramadan)

✨ Black History Month Spotlight: Hope Landrine, Ph.D. ✨Dr. Hope Landrine was a trailblazing leader in health psychology ...
02/16/2026

✨ Black History Month Spotlight: Hope Landrine, Ph.D. ✨

Dr. Hope Landrine was a trailblazing leader in health psychology and public health. Her groundbreaking 1992 book, The Politics of Madness, revealed how societal inequities and stereotypes influence psychiatric diagnosis and perpetuate health disparities. She challenged psychology to move beyond individual-focused models and address the broader social conditions shaping health.

An APA Fellow across multiple divisions, Dr. Landrine’s legacy lives on through a scholarship in her name supporting students committed to advancing health equity. 🖤



Sources:
https://www.apa.org/pi/oema/resources/ethnicity-health/psychologists/hope-landrine https://davidfmarks.net/dr-hope-landrine-1954-2019-in-memoriam/

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CMHA, with its life-changing services and caring, committed, and highly-skilled staff, has been empowering clients to find recovery from mental illness and addiction for more than four decades. “Recovery is real, everyone matters, and there is no such thing as a hopeless case.”

“We approach all people with attitudes of nonjudgmental optimism, humor, humility, honesty, and compassion.”

“Integrated care, innovation, and cultural diversity is to be valued and promoted.”

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