Leadership & Advocates of NAMI Rappahannock
United by lived experience, we are dedicated to helping local families navigate the mental health system so no one feels alone.
OUR LEADERSHIP
Leading With Empathy & Experience
Our Leadership Team guides the day-to-day work of NAMI Rappahannock, advancing our mission through education, support, and advocacy. With a deep commitment to mental health and lived community experience, they ensure our programs remain accessible, impactful, and responsive to local needs.
Kristy Stonehill
Executive Director
Kristy came to NAMI after her daughter suffered a psychotic break, leaving Kristy and her family feeling helpless, alone. Through her experience her role with NAMI began and her hope is that our affiliate can provide enough resources to the community so that no one ever as to feel alone.
"NAMI gave me hope when I had nowhere to turn. I had no idea how many family members and individuals were suffering in silence. It became my mission and passion to use my lived experiences to help anyone that needs it - so that others do not feel alone. I feel strongly that if I only help one person, I am okay with that because I was once that "one" person who needed it too."
Kristy has previous non-profit experience in the states of Georgia and Virginia. She has worked as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) staff member in two different organizations and served as a CASA volunteer.
Kristy is trained in the following: NAMI Family Support Group (FSG) Facilitator, Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Coordinator, and has completed the 72-hour CIT Law Enforcement (LE) training. She is a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) which enables her to support caregivers and family members. Kristy also serves on an advisory council for the Schizophrenia & Psychosis Action Alliance (S&PAA) and is a caregiver mentor for the CURESZ Foundation.
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Jonathan Windsor
Director of Communications and Marketing
Jonathan joined NAMI in 2025 to help ensure that families affected by mental illness are heard, validated, and supported, and to work toward a future where no one is left behind by a broken system.
His advocacy is supplied by growing up with a parent living with severe mental illness, providing him with personal insight into the challenges families face within a fragmented mental health system.
A graduate of the University of Mary Washington and a communications and marketing professional, Jonathan channels both his lived experience and his skills in digital strategy and storytelling into NAMI Rappahannock’s mission, spreading awareness through marketing.
Outside of NAMI, Jonathan is a business owner and Chair of Public Relations and a member of the Board of Directors for Kiwanis of Fredericksburg. He also works full-time as a Marketing Specialist.
Sarah Mussleman
Program Coordinator
As Program Coordinator for NAMI Rappahannock, Sarah supports programming, collaborates with facilitators, and helps create spaces where individuals and families affected by mental health challenges can find connection, education, and encouragement.
Sarah is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a concentration in Clinical Psychology and a minor in Sociology at George Mason University, with a long-term goal of becoming a psychologist. Her work is rooted in a deep belief that everyone deserves to feel seen, supported, and understood, especially during life's most difficult moments.
Beyond her academic pursuits, she has volunteered supporting survivors of domestic violence and with the Crisis Text Line, helping individuals connect with resources, rebuild stability, and move toward healing.
Through her role at NAMI Rappahannock, Sarah is committed to fostering a community where people feel empowered to seek support, share their stories, and know they are not alone.
Trina Gilbert
Community Events Coordinator
Trina found NAMI through an In Our Own Voice (IOOV) presentation in 2017 - after her second stay at Lady Sunshine House. Once on her feet, she joined NAMI to give back to her community and to learn more about her own mental health struggles.
Since joining NAMI, Trina has been trained and certified as a facilitator for the Connections Recovery Support Group, IOOV, and Peer to Peer (P2P).
"I am a grandma who enjoys the outdoors and planting gardens. I have a love of helping others.I have a desire to become a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist in the near future.I always try to think and be positive, I know there was a time that I could only live minute by minute."
~ Trina Gilbert
Elaine Arnold
NAMIWalks Chair
Elaine has been devoted to NAMI for over two and a half decades. She has facilitated support groups, led presentations, overseen our fundraising to include NAMI Walks, she has handled membership, been a point of contact for those in our community - day and night - and given hope to so many. We are honored to have her as an advisor to our affiliate.
Elaine balances her time between the Rappahannock region and North Carolina. She remains dedicated to our affiliate and community regardless of where she spends her personal time.
OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Governance & Community Oversight
Our Board of Directors provides governance, strategic direction, and financial oversight to sustain and grow our impact. Composed of dedicated volunteers and community leaders, the Board works to strengthen mental health resources and expand access to care throughout Planning District 16.
Barbara Barlow
President
Barbara Barlow is a non-profit executive with extensive experience in behavioral health, disability services, and community leadership. She brings more than a decade of leadership and advocacy to her work, combining professional expertise with a deep commitment to equity and recovery.
As Executive Director and Consultant to non-profits, she expanded funding, launched innovative peer-led recovery programs, and strengthened community partnerships. Barbara has also supported regional food access initiatives and provided consulting to nonprofits and small businesses, helping them improve operations, fundraising, and long-term sustainability.
A graduate of the University of Richmond with a Master’s in Nonprofit Studies, Barbara has advanced training in trauma-informed leadership, suicide prevention, peer recovery, and equity-focused practices. She has also served on statewide and local boards, championing policies and initiatives that expand access to mental health and disability services.
Known for fostering collaboration and building resilient systems, Barbara is dedicated to creating communities where every individual has the resources, compassion, and support they need to thrive.
Kris Ringhoffer
Vice-President
Kris Ringhoffer is a Certified Peer Specialist and the Family Support Peer at the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board (RACSB). Drawing from her lived experience as a parent of a child with co-occurring disorders, she offers one-on-one support, leads groups on Boundaries, Self-Care, and Recovery, and trains others in Naloxone administration.
With over six years of experience, Kris also advocates for peer support visibility, facilitates Celebrate Recovery in local jails, and contributes to organizations such as NAMI, MHA, PAL, and Save1Life. A proud military wife and world traveler, she values connection, resilience, and ensuring no one walks the path of recovery alone.
Carolyn Garcia
Secretary
Carolyn is a registered nurse with over 11 years of experience working for the Virginia Department of Health as a medical facilities inspector. She is a proud mom of three adult children, a U.S. Air Force veteran, and a lifelong resident of the Fredericksburg area. Carolyn enjoys traveling and brings a strong background in public health, service, and leadership to NAMI Rappahannock.
Joy Broussard
Board Member
Joy has always been passionate about helping others learn, grow, and find their voice. With a background in education and instructional design, she has spent more than two decades creating meaningful learning experiences that support people of all ages.
Her connection to mental health became deeply personal after her daughter’s suicide attempts and subsequent diagnosis with a mental illness. In those painful and uncertain moments, Joy felt overwhelmed and alone, until she stumbled onto the NAMI Rappahannock website. The support, education, and community she discovered became a lifeline, offering hope and direction when she needed it most.
“NAMI gave me a sense of community and understanding when I needed it most. I know how isolating it can feel to face mental health challenges, whether personally or with a loved one, and I believe no one should go through that alone. My goal is to give back, share hope, and walk alongside others in their journey, just as others once did for me.”
~ Joy Broussard
Chuck Gray
Board Member
Chuck brings a no nonsense approach to our team and we are ever so thankful for his service.
Chuck is a librarian by day and enjoys reading and listening to music.
"I volunteer with NAMI because I deal with mental illness personally and I want to do even the little I'm capable of to help others. Life is up and down for me, but I've learned to accept that and embrace the moments of stability. "
~ Chuck Gray
Yasento-Labor-Koroma
Board Member
Yasento (“Yaya”) is a trained Peer Recovery Specialist and has also completed NAMI Peer-to-Peer training. A lifelong resident of Virginia, Yaya has lived in the Rappahannock area for the past five years.
Through their own mental health journey, Yaya discovered a desire to support others in theirs. Not having had the opportunity to connect with someone with lived experience of a mental health condition helped shape their commitment to peer support.
Yaya is motivated by the belief that shared understanding and connection can make a meaningful difference for individuals navigating mental health challenges.
Eric Whitlock
Board Member
Eric Whitlock holds a Master's degree in Conflict Resolution and a Bachelor's in Criminal Justice. He has lived experience with mental illness and is a survivor of suicide and community violence.
Eric is passionate and empathetic to all individuals who are traveling their own unique journeys. He wants to support individuals seeking connection and navigating life challenges.
He currently facilitates the Learning, Growing, and Building Together support group. In his spare time, he practices self-care by playing the piano.