EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Bernard M. Raiche, Ed.D, J.D., LCSW-C Dr. Bernie Raiche joined PLAN in July 2006. Prior to coming to PLAN, he held a number of clinical and administrative positions in psychiatric and rehabilitation agencies, and taught in graduate counselor education programs. In addition to being a licensed clinical social worker and having a Doctorate in Counselor Education, he has a Masters in Business Administration and is licensed as an attorney in Maryland and DC. Bernie is married and has a daughter. His interests include photography and golf. 
CLINICAL CASE MANAGER
Stacy Bourque-Belt, LCSW-C Stacy Bourque-Belt has worked at PLAN since 1992. She has a Masters in Social Work and an undergraduate degree in psychology. Stacy strongly believes in PLAN's mission and has seen firsthand how a client's life can improve with our help. Stacy has a great husband, three wonderful children, and one cat. When she has a moment to herself, Stacy enjoys reading and working on Sudoku puzzles. She also enjoys spending time at the beach and exploring lighthouses. |
PLAN SPONSORS Agnes Hatfield, PhD. Past President, NAMI E. Fuller Torrey, M.D. Associate Director The Stanley Med. Research Inst. Hon. Chris Van Hollen Member, U.S. House of Reps. Maryland, 8th Dist. BOARD OF DIRECTORS Steve Wallace, Ph.D President Glenn Flittner, Ph.D Vice President Ann Wexler, Secretary Mariana Kastrinakis, MD Mary Ellen Howarth Claire Wallace Ronald Moyer LEGAL CONSULTANT Stephanie Grogan, Esq. |
CLINICAL CASE MANAGER
Elynne T. Bunnag. MA
Elynne has worked at PLAN since 2002. She has a Masters in Counseling Psychology and a Bachelors in Psychology. Elynne has worked in the mental health field for over 23 years and is very dedicated to helping people. She uses a bioppsychosocial approach in helping clients to maintain stability and achieve goals. Elynne is also a musician and a photographer. She greatly enjoys snowboarding, bike riding, hiking with her dogs, travel and has a strong interest in alternative medicine.
Elynne T. Bunnag. MA
Elynne has worked at PLAN since 2002. She has a Masters in Counseling Psychology and a Bachelors in Psychology. Elynne has worked in the mental health field for over 23 years and is very dedicated to helping people. She uses a bioppsychosocial approach in helping clients to maintain stability and achieve goals. Elynne is also a musician and a photographer. She greatly enjoys snowboarding, bike riding, hiking with her dogs, travel and has a strong interest in alternative medicine.
CLINICAL CASE MANAGER
Marla Ker, LCSW-C
Marla happily joined the PLAN community part-time in late March 2009. She received a B.A. In English with a minor in Sociology from Connecticut College in New London, CT. After college she briefly attempted the corporate world in New York City as an assistant publicist at Little, Brown but quickly realized that was not the path for her and chose to attend the Simmons School of Social Work in Boston, MA. Marla has had a myriad of experiences as a social worker but has always chosen to be in the community utilizing community resources to help people meet their needs. She has worked with elders at risk, the Visiting Nurses, and Early Head Start. Marla enjoys reading, being physically active and spending time with her two daughters.
Marla Ker, LCSW-C
Marla happily joined the PLAN community part-time in late March 2009. She received a B.A. In English with a minor in Sociology from Connecticut College in New London, CT. After college she briefly attempted the corporate world in New York City as an assistant publicist at Little, Brown but quickly realized that was not the path for her and chose to attend the Simmons School of Social Work in Boston, MA. Marla has had a myriad of experiences as a social worker but has always chosen to be in the community utilizing community resources to help people meet their needs. She has worked with elders at risk, the Visiting Nurses, and Early Head Start. Marla enjoys reading, being physically active and spending time with her two daughters.
CLINICAL CASE MANAGER
Tikia Diakite, LGSW
Tikia started working with Plan in 2017. She has a Masters in Social Work. Tikia has worked in the field of social work for 7 years and has alarge compassion for caring for others in need. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter. She also enjoys reading, traveling, shopping, and volunteering.
Tikia Diakite, LGSW
Tikia started working with Plan in 2017. She has a Masters in Social Work. Tikia has worked in the field of social work for 7 years and has alarge compassion for caring for others in need. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter. She also enjoys reading, traveling, shopping, and volunteering.
BUSINESS MANAGER
Brittany Lavern
Brittany started working for PLAN in 2014 part time as the Assistant Business Manager. She has a Bachelor’s of Science in Mass Communications from Towson University. Brittany started working full time for PLAN in May 2015 where she took over the Business Manager position. She works closely with board members, directors and case managers here at PLAN to ensure that all business operations stay running smoothly. Along with working at PLAN Brittany enjoys exercising, traveling and taking care of her 3 year old black lab Jackson.
Brittany Lavern
Brittany started working for PLAN in 2014 part time as the Assistant Business Manager. She has a Bachelor’s of Science in Mass Communications from Towson University. Brittany started working full time for PLAN in May 2015 where she took over the Business Manager position. She works closely with board members, directors and case managers here at PLAN to ensure that all business operations stay running smoothly. Along with working at PLAN Brittany enjoys exercising, traveling and taking care of her 3 year old black lab Jackson.
ASSISTANT BUSINESS MANAGER
Autumn Hall Autumn joined PLAN in July 2017. She comes to PLAN with over 5 years experience working in the accounting field. Autumn obtained her A.A.S in Accounting from Frederick Community College in May 2012. She works closely with the business manager, director, and case managers to ensure that financial and administrative operations are running properly. Autumn enjoys meeting new people, exercising and traveling. |
