OUR MISSION

We transform lives through educational excellence and
dynamic partnerships, unleashing possibilities for impact 
in our community and worldwide.

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Uniting practice experts

WHO WE ARE?

The mission of the Center for Rural Behavioral Health and Addiction Studies is to unite practice experts and build vital community partnerships within an academic environment to drive evidence-based, solution-oriented responses to behavioral health and addiction needs in rural Michigan.

our service

WHAT WE DO?

The work of the Center for Rural Behavioral Health & Addiction Studies focuses on four pillars: education, practice innovation, community engagement, and scholarship.

MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS

Kathleen Schachman, PhD, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, PPCNP-BC, FIAAN, FAANP
Carol Essenmacher, DNP, RN, PMHCNS-BC, NCTTP
Kimberly Martini, MSW, LMSW, CPC-R, QIDP
Trisha Charbonneau-Ivey, BA, MSHAL