Our Outpatient Mental Health Clinic has paused new community applications to focus on the current waitlist until further notice.

Leadership

Meet our Executive Leadership Team as well as our current Board of Directors.

Cornerstone Montgomery’s Executive Leadership Team exemplifies a balance of strategic vision, compassion, and a client-centered approach to mental health care.

CEO/President, Cari Guthrie’s transparent leadership fosters partnerships with public officials, while ensuring the organization’s mission remains focused on providing high-quality care.

Chief Administrative and Compliance Officer, Marisa Gillum safeguards operational excellence, ensuring adherence to compliance and legal standards while supporting organizational growth.

Chief Program Officer, Lisa Katz prioritizes evidence-based practices, enhancing program consistency and driving innovation to better serve clients.

Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Joy Chang leads clinical operations with a focus on redesigning healthcare systems, advancing the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) program.

Chief Financial Officer, Stan Estremsky works with various departments to support operational and financial performance to assure Cornerstone has the funds to serve our clients.

Director of Human Resources, Liz Gatti is responsible for fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture, focusing on workforce development and retention, ensuring staff are equipped to thrive while advancing the organization’s mission.

Development Officer and Marketing Communications Director, Quincy Inman builds strong partnerships and innovative fundraising strategies that strengthen revenue streams.

Together, they lead Cornerstone Montgomery with a shared commitment to improving the lives of the individuals and families they serve.

Cari A. Guthrie, LCSW-C

Chief Executive Officer & President

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Marisa S. Gillum

Marisa S. Gillum, MSW

Administrative Officer & Chief Compliance Officer

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Lisa H. Katz

Lisa H. Katz, LCPC

Chief Program Officer

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Joy Chang, MD

Chief Medical Officer

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Stan Estremsky

Stan Estremsky, CPA

Chief Financial Officer

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Elizabeth Gatti

Elizabeth Gatti, SHRM-CP

Director of Human Resources

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Quincy Inman

Quincy Inman

Development Officer & Director of Marketing Communications

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Board Chair Cindy Rauner

Ms. Cindy Rauner, Chair

Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative​

Ms. Alice Santoro, Vice Chair & Governance Committee Chair

Montgomery College

Ms. Amanda Freeman, Past Chair

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

Rose Araghchy, CPA

President & Founder, R2 Advisors PC

Kamelia Bayat, Program Committee Chair

Administrative Director at Johns Hopkins

Mr. Joey Chambers, Finance Committee Chair

M&T Bank

Duane Dorch

Owner/CEO at TeamLogic IT Bethesda

Varda Fink

Financial Advisor

Clarissa Harris, Development Committee Chair

Director of Marketing, Events and Communications for the Greater Bethesda Chamber of Commerce

Monique Harris, LCPC-S

Blue Haven Wellness

Leslie Kux

U.S. Food and Drug Administration (Retired)

Natasha Louis

Board member Jessica Summers

Jessica Summers

Lerch, Early and Brewer

Mr. John Wille

Private Consultant