Consultants
John Collins
As an active CARF Surveyor for almost 25 years, he has conducted more than 140 CARF Surveys. Mr. Collins has held positions in both the private and non-profit sectors.
Deb Crowley
Deb originally earned a degree in Elementary Education and has continued her education over the years earning additional certificates. She has 38+ years of experience in the medical industry managing both psychiatric and medical surgical hospitals, ph …
Marie Dennis Cooter
Marie is a well-respected professional who combines knowledge, skills, and abilities to provide superior service to her clients. She holds an MSW from Adelphi University and MS from Chapman University and is a Certified Risk Manager with 35+ years’ ex …
Henrietta Fishman, LCSW, CASAC
A Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor, she has had leadership roles with city, state and federal government organizations and community agencies, developing programs and services for special populations including children, youth and adults with life threatening illnesses, victims of sexual abuse and trauma as well as veterans and clients who are homeless or at risk for homelessness.
Warren Helfrich, Ph.D, RCC
Dr. Warren Helfrich is a human services researcher, consultant and trainer focused on the areas of performance measurement and evaluation, strategic planning, governance, and human services accreditation.
Mike Mamot
In 2013, Mike retired as the Founder/CEO of OPTIONS. He remains active in the field by consulting and acting as an expert witness for legal cases. He has conduct almost 200 CARF surveys and has trained more than 50 new CARF surveyors.
George Molano
George has been a surveyor for over 25 years. Over the course of his career he has held leadership positions in both large and small organizations. He has conducted CARF seminars on Performance Measurement and Management.
Bill Sandonato
In the past 15 years, Bill has provided assistance to more than 75 nonprofit and for profit organizations, specializing in Employment and Community Services (ECS) and Children and Youth Services (CYS), as well as the ASPIRE sections across all of CARF’s lines of business.
Carol Sherer
Carol has 32 years of experience doing CARF surveys. Her work experience includes working with persons with developmental disabilities, persons who experienced Traumatic brain injury, and severe orthopedic injuries. Carol also has knowledge and experience with special populations to include Autism and Dementia. Carol had worked within the foster care system, designed behavioral health program for those with co-occurring diagnosis, early intervention, employment services, and aging service
Christine Walkons
Christine Walkons is a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 35 years of experience working in the behavioral health field in both the non-profit and for-profit arenas. She has led business and clinical development as a clinician, administrato …