Children's Mental Health Local Advisory Council

​​​The council seeks input from parents, youth, caregivers, providers and community members on what services are needed to support children experiencing emotional or behavioral challenges. View Committee Bylaws.

The Children's Mental Health Local Advisory Council (LAC) promotes awareness and understanding of mental health. Although awareness of the biological basis of mental health conditions has increased, individuals experiencing these conditions may still encounter stigma or negative responses from others.

Membership

The members of the Children's Local Advisory Council for Children's Mental Health are representatives of the following areas:

• Parents
• Collaborative Representative
• Dakota County Children’s Mental Health Supervisor
• Previous Consumers of Children’s Mental Health Services
• School Professionals
• Mental Health Professionals
• Dakota County Community Probation Officer
• Youth members
• Dakota County Public Health Nurse

Vacancies

Our council is currently recruiting new members. Parents, caregivers, providers, youth and community members with an interest in children's mental health are encouraged to inquire.

Meetings

Second Monday of every month, from 4-5:30 p.m. No meeting in July.

Meetings are held virtually.

​Term length

We ask members to commit for at least one year, though longer participation is welcome.

Staff contact

Andrea Grossman, 952-891-7328

Membership roster 

Chris Thole, Chair
Frank Cornelia, Co-Chair
Lynn Price
Kelly Johnson
Greg Milbrath
Sarah Najafalipour
Natalie Vasilj
Cynthia Fashaw
Eric Gipson​
Jennifer Zaske
Stephane Johnson
Suzanne Tuttle
Molly Cirillo
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