About Us
At 4C, we believe something simple but powerful:
mental health skills can be taught — and shared — by anyone.
When 4C Mental Health first launched, the impact was immediate.
People were learning evidence-based tools that changed their lives —
and they were turning around and helping others.
But there was a problem.
Over 90% told us they couldn’t afford ongoing access, even at our lowest rates.
We believe that finances should never determine who gets access to healing, connection, and the ability to support their community.
So in 2025, we created 4C for All, the nonprofit arm dedicated to making these programs accessible to anyone, anywhere.
Every dollar makes a direct difference
In 2025, over 90% of every donation funded real seats in real programs —
giving people the skills not only to heal themselves, but to stay and help others.
Because people may come for a class…
but they stay for community.
And that ripple effect changes everything.
Real empowerment comes when you are equipped with practical tools, knowledge, and a support system that encourages you to keep going.
Why “4C”?
The “4C” in our name stands for Classes and Connection for Collective Change. It highlights our commitment to bringing people together through transformative classes that build essential mental health skills, while fostering connections that inspire and support one another. Together, our community creates positive, lasting change—impacting individuals, families, and communities around the world.
Who We Are
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Lara Gregorio, LCSW
FOUNDER
With 25 years in the mental health field, and the past 10 in digital mental health, training therapists, peers, and individuals from around the world.
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Anisha Patel-Dunn
BOARD MEMBER
Board-certified adult psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience in outpatient care, she has overseen clinical strategy and quality at scale while remaining committed to helping individuals build resilient mental health and recover full lives.
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Madhvi Puri
Madhvi brings over 25 years of leadership experience across global public and private companies, with executive roles at Wizeline, Quizlet, Thumbtack, and Taulia (acquired by SAP). A proven finance leader, she has helped scale organizations through IPO readiness, M&A, international expansion, and operational growth, while building high-performing teams and partnering closely with executive leadership and Boards.
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Emily McAdams Wetmore
Emily is an attorney with extensive experience advising emerging growth companies on corporate governance, compliance, strategic transactions, and organizational strategy. She currently serves as a Senior Attorney, partnering with founders and boards on governance, risk management, financings, and long-term growth. Emily also brings significant nonprofit leadership experience, including board and presidential roles with education and community-focused organizations overseeing strategic planning and multimillion-dollar budgets. She is passionate about strengthening communities through education, family support, and civic engagement.
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Steve Diekmann
Steve spent over 15 years working in finance and now focuses on personal investing, volunteer work, and coaching high school basketball.
His volunteer experience has primarily centered on education, along with board service for a local mental health nonprofit, Connections Clubhouse (formerly Putnam Clubhouse). Through this work, Steve has developed a strong interest in expanding access to mental health support at the community level.