The National Alliance on Mental Illness in San Diego is the city’s voice on mental illness. We are part of the grass-roots, non-profit,national NAMI organization founded in 1979 by family members of people with mental illness. We are also an affiliate of NAMI California.

We have a threefold mission:
Support people with mental illnesses and their families by helping them find coping mechanisms for their daily struggle with brain disorders.
Educate people who have mental illness, their families, and the general public about mental illness with the goal of dispelling ignorance and stigma.

Advocate for more research and an improved system of mental health services across the nation.
At the heart of NAMI San Diego’s mission is the sharing of information and striving to end the stigma associated with mental illness. To this end, we offer a Helpline, support groups, educational meetings, newsletters, a lending library and a number of classes on mental illness held at various locations throughout San Diego County.

Non Profit

NAMI San Diego

Cathryn Nacario

Tammy Atencio

Julie Benn

Laila Simone

Kimberly Holmes

Shannon Switzer

Cara Chesney

Renee Cookson

Claire Danielle Lower

Zerihun Tensay

The Leadership Team at NAMI San Diego is responsible for setting the strategic direction and vision of the organization. Comprising the Chief Human Resources Officer, CFO, and CEO, this team collaborates to ensure the effective implementation of programs, oversee fiscal management, and enhance organizational culture. They drive advocacy and outreach efforts to support individuals with mental illness and their families while fostering a community committed to education and stigma reduction.

Leadership Team

Mental Health Program Team

Finance and Accounting Team

Leadership Team

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Mental Health Program Team

Finance and Accounting Team