As CEO of RBHA, I have been afforded the opportunity to lead an incredibility talented executive team and staff with the support of our dedicated Board of Directors. Together, we have accomplished so much in response to community need and various opportunities to expand the range and scope of services. The local, regional, and state partnerships have been instrumental to our success. I will cherish the relationships formed over the years, continue to support the mission, and fearlessly advocate for those we serve for the rest of my life.” 

~ John P. Lindstrom, Ph.D., LCP

Dr. Lindstrom joined the ranks of Richmond Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA) in 1997 as Director of Assessment, Emergency, and Medical Services. His 26 year career with RBHA closes with his role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) since 2014. A tremendous amount has happened in 26 years - more than can be outlined in one writing.

Through Dr. Lindstrom's leadership, RBHA now offers comprehensive behavioral and developmental healthcare to the citizens of Richmond - from birth to death and for every life event that can happen between those ends of the continuum. RBHA has grown and thrived under his leadership, despite many challenges and obstacles along the way.

As CEO, he also served as President of the Richmond Behavioral Health Foundation (RBHF), a 501c3 entity focused on supplementing RBHA resources through giving, philanthropic grants, and community volunteerism.

We THANK YOU for your leadership and guidance.

We THANK YOU for your service to our organization and to our community.

If you would like to reach out to Dr. Lindstrom directly before the end of December, his email is lindstromj@rbha.org.

The Richmond Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA) announces the January 1, 2024 retirement of its Chief Executive Office, Dr. John P. Lindstrom. The Board of Directors has launched a search process for his replacement, with an expected conclusion in early 2024. Susan Hoover, Chief Administrative Officer will assume the position of Acting Chief Executive Officer upon Dr. Lindstrom’s retirement and will continue until his successor is in place.