Christopher Novak

Christopher Novak, MS, LCPC, FACHE has a diverse and extensive work experience. Christopher most recently served as the Chief Network Operating Officer at NOCD since February 2023. Prior to that, they were the Chief Executive Officer at Pathways Behavioral Health Network from July 2020 to February 2023. Christopher also held the role of Illinois Chief Operating Officer-Behavioral Health Service Line at Ascension from May 2016 to February 2023. Christopher has a background at Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital, where they served as the Chief Operating Officer from May 2011 to May 2016. Before that, they held the position of Executive Director of Outpatient Services and Director of Clinical Research & Group Practice at the same organization. Christopher started their career at Centegra Health System as the Director of Behavioral Health from an unknown start date until July 2007. Overall, Christopher Novak brings a wealth of experience in the healthcare industry, specifically in behavioral health.

Christopher Novak, MS, LCPC, FACHE has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Carthage College, which they obtained from 1991 to 1995. Christopher then pursued a Master of Science in Counseling from National Louis University, completing it from 1996 to 1998. Additionally, they hold certifications as a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) from the American College of Healthcare Executives, a Board Certified Counselor from the National Board for Certified Counselors, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor from the State of Illinois, and a Licensed Professional Counselor from the State of Wisconsin.