Co-Responder

As a part of CMMHC’s Crisis Response team, licensed mental health professionals are paired with crisis intervention – trained law enforcement officers to respond to mental health – related 911 calls. They provide on – scene mental health evaluations, problem identification, crisis intervention, and treatment planning. The Co – Responder also consults with police officers when responding to mental health – related calls.

As needed, referrals to services and resources such as primary care, social services, mental health treatment, and chemical use treatment are provided. Co – Responders collaborate not only with law enforcement, but also with emergency services, human services, and other members of the community.

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Meet Our Providers

Our staff members support the individuals we serve with empathy and guidance during challenging times in their lives. As experts in their field with connections to community resources, all clients receive specialized services tailored to meet their specific needs.

Jake Hawkins

Jake Hawkins

MSW, LGSW

Jake Hawkins – MSW, LGSW

Jake Hawkins

MSW, LGSW

Jake completed his undergraduate degree in Psychology and his master’s degree in Social Work at St. Cloud State University. His graduate-level internships were through South Junior High in St. Cloud and CMMHC. Before Jake’s current role as a Co-Responder, he worked with adults with disabilities helping to build employment skills. He also provided children’s targeted case management, intensive residential treatment services, and therapeutic crisis intervention. Jake is a Co-Responder with the crisis team and the St. Cloud Police Department.

Roy Neumann

Roy Neumann

MS, LPCC

Roy Neumann – MS, LPCC

Roy Neumann

MS, LPCC

Roy completed his master’s degree in Counseling Psychology and Criminal Justice Studies at St. Cloud State University and holds a license in professional clinical counseling. He served for over 10 years as a clinician and supervisor in two juvenile residential treatment facilities and also worked as a Therapist and Crisis Counselor for 3 years in north - central Minnesota. Roy has a 17-year history of volunteering as a Reserve Deputy in Benton County. Roy’s current role at CMMHC is as a Co-Responder for our crisis team, working with officers at Sherburne County Sheriff’s Office, Elk River PD, Big Lake PD, and Becker PD.

Reigstad, Chris

Reigstad, Chris

MSW, LGSW

Richard (Rik) Lundgren – MAPL, LADC

Chris Reigstad

MSW, LGSW

Chris completed his Master of Social Work from Indiana University and holds an LGSW. After completing his undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice, Chris worked in security at the St. Cloud Hospital. Chris' prior experience after completing his master's includes; ARMHS, hospice and home care social worker, and associate psychotherapist. He is joining CMMHC as a Co-Responder partnered with the Stearns County Sheriff's Office.

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Central Minnesota Mental Health Center (CMMHC) has been a trusted community resource for mental health services since 1959. Our headquarters are based in Saint Cloud and we have additional office sites in Buffalo, Elk River, Monticello and Waite Park.

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