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Executive Leadership

Meet Our Executives

Meet the people behind the work. At the heart of CNS Healthcare is a team of individuals dedicated to improving the mental healthcare of Michigan communities through compassion and innovation. Our executives bring a diverse range of expertise, all united by a shared mission to make mental health services both affordable and accessible for every Detroit resident.


With a deep understanding of the evolving mental health landscape, our team works together to build our strategic vision and handle the daily operations at CNS Healthcare. Each leader on our team plays a key role in shaping the standards of care that we stand behind. From developing effective treatment programs to ensuring our clinicians and staff are getting the support they need, our leaders are dedicated to designing meaningful and lasting outcomes for all patients, their families, and Michigan communities.


We know that strong leadership is vital to providing the best mental health services to our patients. Our executives lead with integrity, empathy, as well as a commitment to excellence. Every decision that is made reflects our core mission and dedication to those who are in need of our care.

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Michael K. Garrett

President & Chief Executive Officer

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Michele Reid, MD

Vice President &

Chief Operating Officer

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Darnell T. Boynton

JD, CCEP

Chief Corporate Compliance Officer

& General Counsel

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Daniel Wagner, CPA

Chief Financial Officer

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Nancy Gandelot Spearman

Chief Marketing and Outreach Officer

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Jennifer Shumaker, LMSW

Chief Clinical Officer of Adult Services

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Carlynn Nichols, LMSW

Chief Clinical Officer of Children, Family, and IDD Services

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Mya Mason

Chief of Staff

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Ted Williamson

Chief Information Officer