
We Advocate
for sound policies in the behavioral health field for those who are in need of services
Established in 1967
Illinois Association for Behavioral Health (IABH) is a statewide organization representing addiction and mental illness prevention, treatment and recovery services agencies, staff, consumers, affiliated organizations, and corporations.
Our mission is to advocate for sound public policies in the behavioral health field on behalf of clinicians, consumers, youth, family members, and individuals in recovery who are in need of services.
We Educate
about the importance of Behavioral Health while sharing the message that addiction is preventable, and mental wellbeing is achievable, effective treatment strategies exist, and recovery is possible! Our staff and members accomplish this through strategic advocacy efforts, comprehensive media campaigns, community forums, town hall meetings, letter writing, and much more.
We Envision
a healthy society in which:
Everyone battling addiction or mental illness has access to effective treatment
More people are in recovery
Communities actively participate in prevention and health promotion
Laws, public policies, and culture enhance everyone's well-being
We also oversee four well-established youth prevention and leadership programs
Meet Our Staff
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Jud DeLoss
CEO
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Ashley Webb
COO + VP of Programs
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Pel Thomas
VP of Finance
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Meredith O'Brien
VP of Public Policy & Training
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Riley Cleary
Director of Program Initiatives
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Rachel Decosola
Prevention Project Manager
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Natalie Maggiore
Program Marketing Manager
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Katie Kubica
Senior Graphic Designer
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Ryan Aten
Prevention Specialist
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Jasmyn Kloster
Prevention Specialist
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Lexi Nambo
Prevention Specialist
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Michaela Price
Prevention Specialist