Meet the Team
The Mental Health Matters Arizona Coalition is dedicated to fostering mental wellness and resilience across our communities. Our coalition brings together diverse organizations in Arizona. We are united by a common goal to provide support and resources at no cost to those navigating the complexities of mental health care.
We offer free events, conferences, and resources. Our programs are designed to educate, empower, and uplift individuals and families facing mental health challenges. Our coalition is here to provide information, support, or a safe space to connect with others.From workshops on coping strategies to conferences featuring experts, our events are for people of all backgrounds and experiences. We strive to create inclusive spaces where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported.​
Together, we're breaking down stigmas, raising awareness, and building a more compassionate future. Join us in our mission to promote healing, resilience, and hope for all.
Dr. Stacey Krauss
Dr. Stacey Krauss is the Chief Executive Officer of Transitions Counseling and Consulting, a leading provider of specialty behavioral health services in Arizona. She joined the Transitions Counseling and Consulting family after 10 years of active-duty service as a psychologist in the U.S. Army. She is the recipient of a Bronze Star Medal, a Combat Action Badge, and multiple Meritorious Service Medals. She is also a double diplomate of the American Board of Professional Psychology with certifications in both Clinical and Organizational Psychology. Dr. Krauss’ professional experience has included executive-level management roles leading diverse behavioral health teams as well as designing and directing an APA-accredited doctoral internship program. Dr. Krauss also holds an MBA from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Francine Sumner
Francine Sumner is the founder and CEO of Kid in the Corner whose mission is to shatter the stigma that surrounds mental illness and to support the Kid in the Corner whoever that may be. Francine is a mother of three who lost her youngest son Zach to suicide on June 13, 2017, after a short battle with mental illness. In the months that followed, she knew that his story was powerful and could potentially save lives. In September 2017, Kid in the Corner was born. Kid in the Corner has reached over 30,000 people using their Penny Pledge Program to shatter stigma and normalize mental health. In addition to her work at Kid in the Corner, Francine sits on the Mental Health America of Arizona board and helped form the Mental Health Matters Arizona Coalition. She was the recipient of the prestigious 2022 Phoenix Business Journal’s Outstanding Women in Business, the Arizona Capitol Times 2023 Women of Achievement, and a Congressional Recognition Award.
Brittany Moore
As the Director of Marketing, Communications, and Strategy at Kid in the Corner, a 501c3 nonprofit organization in Scottsdale, AZ, Brittany focuses on amplifying the organization's impact within the mental health community. She leverages various communication channels, including e-news marketing, video production, PR & media relations, social media marketing, and basic website design. Brittany played a key role in forming the Mental Health Matters Arizona coalition and serves as a Mental Health America of Arizona board member. Brittany was recently selected as one of Phoenix Business Journal's 2024 40 Under 40 recipients. Brittany is also the Senior Communications Manager at the Greater Phoenix Chamber. Brittany played a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s outreach efforts, focusing on strategic marketing and communication initiatives. Notably, she conceived and managed the highly acclaimed "Let’s Talk Business Phoenix" podcast, recognized as one of the top ten top-rated podcasts in the state by Feedspot. Brittany's expertise is built on a foundation of dual bachelor’s degrees in Marketing and Journalism from the University of Colorado at Boulder, complemented by a decade of experience in TV news as a Morning Anchor and health-focused reporter in Wyoming and Kansas.
Johnnie Ghiglia
Johnnie Ghiglia grew up as a little cowboy on a large 3000 acre cattle ranch in Northern Nevada outside of Reno. Johnnie is currently a Community Liaison in Business Development for Aurora Behavioral Health Hospital and the CEO / Founder of OutIsTheNewIn Foundation, a nonprofit organization. While married, Johnnie was told that his son Chase ‘is gay’ at the age of 5. Mother’s intuition! Chase came out at 17 and told his family that he is gay. At the time, Johnnie was working as a Police Officer for Scottsdale Police Department. Johnnie had no idea that one of Chase’s concerns was not only what he did for a living but he had a perception of who Johnnie worked with. That perception was their macho ego personalities. Johnnie informed Chase that if people he worked with could not accept Chase for who he is then they were no longer a friend of his. It was a very simple choice. While Chase was attending college in AZ, it all started with a conversation while sitting in a family room discussing potential ideas of what we could do to give back and support Chase as well as the LGBTQIA+ local community. OutIsTheNewIn came to life in that 10 minute conversation unbeknownst to Johnnie, however nothing developed from that conversation at that time. Years later that conversation developed into what his true purpose in life is today. That purpose is focusing on being the best ally and advocate a parent can be supporting and giving back to the LGBTQIA+ community through volunteering, donating, collaborating, sponsoring, mentoring and organizing. OutIsTheNewIn’s cause is to give back to the LGBTQIA+ youth and young adult age group focusing on suicide prevention, mental health and homelessness. Johnnie has been blessed to have had the opportunities of working in the NFL as an Athletic Trainer, being the Head Certified Athletic Trainer at Grand Canyon University and completing a 21-year career in Law Enforcement and now a Community Liaison. He also works part time as a Floating East Valley Satellite Coordinator for the one•n•ten nonprofit organization and is the Founder of a podcast (OutIsTheNewIn – You have a Purpose) that focuses on giving people the platform to tell their personal story of coming out, allyship, advocacy, trauma, addiction and sobriety all-encompassing mental health. Johnnie is also a board member of Lights, Camera, Discover and Chandler Pride, both nonprofit organizations. Johnnie is also a committee member of the Mental Health Matters Conference, Arizona. Johnnie’s interests consist of hiking, mountain biking and working on his mental, emotional, spiritual and physical health to keep a true focus on his purpose in life when he has some spare time.
Christine Driscoll, MC, LASAC
Christine Driscoll, MC, LASAC is a counselor with 30 plus years in the Mental Health Field. She has practiced Individual, Family Systems and Crisis Counseling. She has extensive training in parenting and working with at risk youth. Her passion is helping others. Driscoll is currently a Clinical Outreach Representative for Discovery Behavioral Health www.discoverymood.com. She also co-founded the Scottsdale Youth and Community Coalition to build a community alliance to empower, engage and educate the Scottsdale and surrounding community on our three pillars, Substance Use, Mental Health and Eating Disorders. Christine and Francine started Mental Health Matters to support the community at large with all thing’s mental health. She is happily married for 30yrs and a mom of two adult children.
Kristy Hahn-McDonald, MSW, LCSW
Kristy Hahn-McDonald is the Human Services Manager at Youth and Family Services with the City of Scottsdale. Kristy has worked in Human Services for the City since 2001. As a state licensed clinical social worker Kristy has worked with various populations including older adults, persons with disabilities, persons experiencing homelessness, culturally diverse communities, and currently working with adults and youth who enter the court system. Kristy manages the State licensed Behavioral Health component at Youth and Family Services where she oversees the mental health programs, provides supervision of licensed therapists and management of restorative justice programs along with Adult and Community Intervention Court programs. She is a board member for the Mental Health Matters Coalition and Scottsdale Youth Community Coalition with the purpose of addressing local mental health needs in her community. Kristy is passionate about the work of Scottsdale Human Services and is always eager to engage with others for the purpose of addressing unmet needs and services.