Executive Leadership Team

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) to BCI

Larry C. McFarland, LMHC

Human Resources Officer/Vice-President of Employee Services

Larry McFarland began his employment with Bridgeway Center, Inc., then known as Okaloosa Guidance Clinic, in 1986, as an On-Call Technician in the Crisis Stabilization Unit. He has worked in a variety of positions of ever increasing levels of responsibility during his years here at the Center. More recently, he was the Inpatient/Community Services Programs Director. He was then promoted to the Outpatient Counseling Services Program Director on October 1, 1999. Larry was promoted to the position of Human Resources Program Director, effective July 1, 2004. Effective April 4, 2005, Larry was promoted to Human Resources Officer as part of an Organization Redesign. In August 2006, as part of Bridgeway's succession planning, Larry was promoted to Corporate Vice-President of Human Resources and Employee Services.

Prior to joining the staff at Bridgeway, Mr. McFarland worked in both adult and children's inpatient psychiatric treatment units of private for-profit hospitals and as a county youth shelter worker. He also served four years in the Air Force at Eglin AFB as a Law Enforcement Specialist.

Larry received both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in psychology from the University of West Florida and has completed post-graduate studies at Troy State University. He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).

Larry married Sue Robert, a Pensacola Native, in 1983 and they have four children. Larry and his family live in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.

Allison Velez, LMHC, CAP

Senior Vice-President of Clinical Services

Allison Velez was promoted to Senior Vice President for Bridgeway Center, Inc. effective August 1, 2007. Allison has been employed with Bridgeway Center, Inc. since August 2000.

Allison obtained her license as a Mental Health Counselor in 1998 and has worked in the Behavioral Health field since 1992. She has worked in multiple levels of care, from inpatient acute care to outpatient private practice. Her areas of professional experience include: children, adolescents, families, adults and substance abuse. Allison has advanced training in Substance Abuse, Behavioral Assessment and Management and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. She graduated from Troy State University in 1995. Ms. Velez is married with two children and currently resides in Navarre, Florida.

Ms. Velez's current responsibilities include Care Management in Case Management Services, Co-Occurring Behavioral Outpatient Services, Residential Services, Family Support Services, Independent Living Program Services, Managed Care Director for AHCA/DCF Managed Care Plan, Rape Crisis Center, 24/7 Emergency/Crisis Services, Crisis Hotline, as well as Inpatient Services of Crisis Stabilization Unit and Detox.

Bonnie Rushton

Quality Performance Services / Senior Program Director

Bonnie has been with Bridgeway Center for a total of twenty three years and is currently the BCI Driving Schools and Educational Program Director. She is responsible for traffic education courses including DUI School, substance abuse awareness and education classes, Behind the Wheel Driving Lessons, Crash Avoidance Training and financial responsibility courses. Additionally, she is the community liaison for the EAP program and a leader of the BCI marketing team.

While at Bridgeway Center, Bonnie has worked as the Misdemeanor Probation Department Supervisor, Quality Management Program Manager, and as the Executive Assistant/EAP coordinator for the Chief Executive Officer.

Bonnie is a member of the American Society for Training and Development, Community Traffic Safety Team, Emerald Coast Public Relations Organization, and the local Chambers of Commerce.

Ms. Rushton was awarded Bridgeway Center's Distinguished Service Award in 2005.

Lawrence E. Mundy, MCSE

Chief Information Officer/Vice-President of Information Technology and Networking

Larry is the Chief Information Officer for Management Information Systems at Bridgeway Center, Inc. Larry has been with Bridgeway Center since 1994. In August 2006, as part of Bridgeway's Succession Planning, Larry was promoted to Corporate Vice-President of Information Technology and Networking.

Prior to joining the staff at Bridgeway Center, Inc., Mr. Mundy spent the previous ten years in consulting and sales of computer systems and solutions. As the founder and owner of his own Atlanta-based retail storefront, he became well versed in the needs of providing customer service focused solutions. Clients ranged from small medical and dental practices to $20 million manufacturing companies. Additional experience was obtained during eight years of active duty in the United States Navy. Besides serving at sea, Larry served as instructor in the Navy's highly regarded Nuclear Power Program, teaching Electronics, Reactor Physics, Reactor Operations and Control and Reactor Protection Analysis.

Larry is a member of Shalimar United Methodist Church. He is active in the United Way of Okaloosa and Walton Counties, serving as a loaned executive two years. Larry and his wife Debbie have one daughter and two sons. Larry and Debbie reside in Shalimar, Florida.

Phillip Love, Ph.D.

Chief Financial Officer/Vice-President of Financial Services

Phillip Love is the Chief Financial Officer/vice President of Financial Services for Bridgeway Center, Inc. Phil started with Bridgeway October 6, 2006. He brought with him 11 years experience with Florida Department of Children and Families in District 13 where he oversaw the service contracts and budgets for: Family Safety, Aging and Adult Services, Developmental Services, Substance Abuse/Mental Health, Health Services, and Economic Self Sufficiency.

Most recently, he acquired eight years of experience as a Chief Financial Officer between two Florida based Behavioral Health Centers: The Harbor Behavioral Health Care Institute and The Centers.

His strengths in Accounting, Medicaid Reform, Contract Administration, as well as his depth of experience in the Florida behavioral health care system will contribute greatly to Bridgeway Center, Inc. Dr. Love resides in Crestview, Florida.

Brittany Allen, BA

Driving Schools Supervisor

Brittany Allen joined the BCI team in October of 2005 as a Probation Officer Assistant, bringing her knowledge in the Criminal Justice arena.  Brittany has received progressive promotions every year, from Probation Officer Assistant to Probation Officer to Probation Officer Team Leader to Judicial Services Coordinator. Brittany was promoted to BCI’s Judicial Services Probation Department Supervisor. Brittany reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer. Brittany will be the point of contact for Probation Services Operations.

Diana Gosselin, BS, CAP

Executive Assistant to the CEO

Diana Gosselin joined the Clinical Services of Bridgeway Center in 2000 as an assistant to the Chief Operations Officer. Diana earned her Bachelor's Degree in 1980 from the University of Southern Mississippi, and has over 20 years administrative experience. She was promoted to Executive Assistant to the CEO in 2005.

In 2006, Diana earned the Certified Administrative Professionals status. Ms. Gosselin resides in Shalimar, Florida.

Julie Harper, Psy.D. Licensed Psychologist

Psychological Testing and Evaluation Services Senior Program Director

Dr. Julie Harper is Bridgeway Center's Psychological Testing and Evaluation Services Senior Program Director. Dr. Julie Harper earned her Psy.D. from the University of Denver's Graduate School of Professional Psychology, with a specialty focus in Psychological Assessment. Her postgraduate training included combined training in forensic psychology, university counseling, and community mental health. Dr. Harper and her family relocated from Spokane, WA where she was in a private practice for several years with an emphasis in assessment of ADHD.

Dr. Harper has helped to develop the Memory Clinic to assess memory changes in the aging population. She is a member of the Florida Psychological Association's Northwestern Chapter. Dr. Harper is board-eligible in Clinical Psychology through the American Board of Professional Psychology.

Daniel Cobbs, MPA, FACHE

Chief Executive Officer

Mr. Cobbs is a Vietnam Veteran with seven years of service in the United States Air Force in the field of air traffic combat controller. He was awarded the bronze star. He obtained his Bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of Miami and his Master's degree in Public Administration from the University of North Colorado.

Dan Cobbs has served as the Chief Executive Officer at Bridgeway Center since 1993, and has been in healthcare administration for approximately thirty years. Over fifty (50) innovative programs have been created and implemented to expand diversification for Bridgeway Center Inc. services since 1993. He is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives.

Updated: 06.28.10