Faced with a rising need for mental health and substance misuse care, Lakeview Center has grown with our community since 1954. Each year, we serve more than 29,000 adults and children in Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa and Walton counties.
Some of these stories of growth and success – for our team members and those we serve – are below.
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Gary was named CEO in 2003. He was the second CEO in our organization’s history, succeeding Dr. Morris Eady. As CEO from 2003 to 2016, Gary led the expansion of services across mental health care, child protective services and employment programs. His leadership spanned significant challenges, from hurricanes to underfunded systems. Through it all, what […]
Three years ago, Luis Sepulveda made the life-changing decision to get clean. At the time, he was battling addiction to fentanyl and meth while experiencing homelessness. That turning point led him to the Escambia County EMS CORE program, which helped him transition into stable housing and reconnect with his family. Not long after he found […]
T‑Mobile supports connection, care and community: Strong community partnerships help Lakeview Center expand access to mental health and addiction treatment across Northwest Florida. One of those partners is T‑Mobile, whose support helps strengthen programs that serve individuals and families during some of their most vulnerable moments. Through philanthropic giving and local sponsorships, T‑Mobile invests in […]
When someone arrives on campus, the situation is often stressful – from adults and children seeking mental health treatment to families receiving case management services. As campus ambassador for Lakeview Center’s main campus in downtown Pensacola, Thomas Williams spends his days walking the grounds, building relationships and stepping in to help those in need. In […]
Charles Beall has served on the Lakeview Center board of directors since 2005, bringing more than two decades of thoughtful leadership, steady guidance and deep commitment to the organization’s mission. Raised in Pensacola and an attorney by profession, Charles’ father served on the Lakeview Center board in the 1990s, and Charles grew up hearing about […]
Known for her tireless dedication, Christy Birge, Administrative and Care manager at the Lodges in Walton County, consistently goes above and beyond to serve both clients and team members, never settling and always striving to improve the way her unit operates. In her role, Christy has exceeded expectations by improving efficiency across the Lodges, implementing […]
Lakeview Center and our parent company LifeView Group have been recognized as a 2026 Top MilSpouse Employer by U.S. Veterans Magazine. This award highlights our ongoing commitment to recruiting, supporting and retaining military spouses by offering meaningful career pathways, flexibility and long-term professional growth. “Military spouses often navigate unique difficulties such as frequent relocations, deployments and career […]
Lakeview Center is hosting EMDR Basic Training in Pensacola on September 11–13 and October 23–25, 2026, offering mental health professionals the opportunity to build advanced, evidence‑based skills in trauma treatment. This EMDRIA‑approved training combines in‑depth instruction, supervised practicum and ongoing consultation. Sessions will be held at the Activity center (1110 W. Lakeview Ave). EMDR (Eye […]
For Chad Gornick, technology isn’t the end goal, it’s the tool. What motivates him most is using his IT expertise to support the people and mental health services that make Lakeview Center’s mission possible. Chad earned a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, followed by a master’s degree in Instructional Design and Technology. He joined Lakeview […]
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