Our Story
The Bridge Behavioral Health began in 1980 as Cornhusker Place, offering a safe haven for people in crisis. Over time, our services grew from protective custody to respite, residential, and outpatient care — and in 2014, we became The Bridge.
Today, we offer a comprehensive continuum of trauma-informed, evidence-based services to support individuals and families in transitioning from crisis to recovery.
Our Mission
To provide hope and a strong foundation for recovery through substance use treatment and behavioral health interventions.
Our Vision
A future where recovery is possible and free from judgment, stigma, and fear.
Our History
1979
Nebraska decriminalizes public intoxication
1980
Civil Protective Custody program begins
1983
Cornhusker Place becomes a nonprofit and adds long-term treatment
1985
Moved to the current K Street location
2002
Began respite program
2003
Opened short-term treatment
2011
Achieved CARF accreditation
2014
Rebranded as The Bridge Behavioral Health
2015
$3 million capital remodel launched
2021
Medically monitored withdrawal services
2022
Outpatient services launched; Civil Protective Custody closed
2025
Bridge Connect opened
Accreditations & Partnerships
Leadership & Staff
Our multidisciplinary team includes licensed counselors, recovery advocates, case managers, nurses, and peer support specialists—committed to walking with clients every step of the way.
Mike Zwingman
President
Director of Agronomy, Verdesian Life Sciences
Dave Dermann
Past President
Intervention Nurse, Bryan Independence Center
Cathy Kottwitz
Past President
Owner, Guiderock Commercial Realty, LLC
Amy Schroeder
Treasurer
Financial Analysis & Tax Manager, Union Bank & Trust
Ann Ringlein
Secretary
Manager, Lincoln Running Company
Sabrina Saathoff
President Elect
Escrow Branch Manager, HomeServices Title
George Dungan
Nebraska State Senator, District #26 Lancaster County Attorney
Jeff Marple, MD
Retired, Inpatient Physician Associates
Doug Headlee
Investigator | Mental Health Response Coordinator, City of Lincoln Police Department
John Laflin
Market President, Pinnacle Bank
Josh Reniker
Director of Technology Operations, Ameritas
Michaela Sweeney
Project Development Manager, Speedway Properties
Janelle Ali-Dinar, PhD
CEO, SCHC Health and Wellness
Join Our Team
At The Bridge Behavioral Health, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team that believes recovery is possible for everyone.
We offer a collaborative and inclusive workplace where your skills can make a lasting impact. Explore opportunities to grow your career while helping others build hope and stability.
Join today