The People Behind MHD
Helping us heal out loud, break stigma, and build a community where every story matters.
The Board
Brandon Teixeira
CEO & Founder Author | Misunderstood & Reflection Guide
Celeste Viciere
Board President| Founder of STWYT
Ebrima (Abraham) Sisay
Strategic Advisor| Founder & CEO at Heliona
Kate Sciore
Vice President of Operations at Neurology Center of New England
Leah Barrault
Principal Partner at Barrault and Associates LLC
Rodney Kornegay
Financial Adviser at Kornegay Kapital Group LLC
Johanna Annunziata
English Teacher & Childhood Cancer Advocate
Jeurys Santiago
Founder of Minds with Purpose & Community Advocate
Our Staff
Beverly Teixeira
Chief Operating Officer (COO) Mpress Dance Academy Founder
Christina Marseille
Community Engagement & Programs Coordinator
Taylor Tringali
Digital Marketing & Web Development Intern
Khushi Patel
Podcast Host & Producer, The Mental Forward Podcast
Stephanie Santos-Aguiar
Social Media Coordinator
Amal Rizvi
Podcast Production & Research Intern
Kionelie Ortega
Administrative & Operations Coordinator
Nicole Jacobs
Director of Strategic Development & Partnerships
Carmela Brown
Social Media Strategy & Analytics Intern
Rebecca Puzo
Administrative Coordinator & Storytelling Associate
Jasandra Luciano
Social Media Coordinator
Mackenzie Palma
Creative Arts Coordinator
“This mission started with a story, but it takes an incredible team to bring it to life. Together, we’re creating spaces where people feel seen, heard, and empowered to heal. We heal out loud so others have permission to do the same.”