Our Leadership

Guidelight envisions a world where everyone can access transformative mental healthcare full of acceptance and free from stigma.

We provide compassionate, evidence-based care while fostering a supportive community where mental health is embraced and everyone has a seat.

Andy Cruz

Co-founder and Chief Medical Officer

Andy Cruz

Co-founder and Chief Medical Officer

Andy Cruz, MD, is a mission-driven physician-executive working to expand access to transformative, compassion-first mental healthcare. Trained at the Harvard Medical School Adult Psychiatry Residency at Massachusetts General Hospital and McLean Hospital, he received multiple teaching awards from both Harvard medical students and MGH/McLean residents—a reflection of his enduring commitment to mentorship and clinical excellence.

Dr. Cruz has helped lead care in some of the world's most respected institutions, from inpatient psychiatry at McLean to low-barrier substance use treatment at MGH. He served as a medical director at Headway, the largest virtual mental health platform in the country, and currently advises Steadfast Health as they scale their network of substance use clinics rooted in dignity and access.

In 2023, he co-founded Guidelight, a national provider of intermediate behavioral health care (PHP/IOP) that serves patients across all insurance lines. Guidelight exists to close the gap between outpatient and inpatient care—offering a level of treatment that is often the most appropriate and powerful, yet the most challenging to access.

He serves on the board of the Association for Ambulatory Behavioral Healthcare—the national voice for PHP and IOP providers. Through this peer-led coalition, he works to improve access, elevate quality, and advocate for fair reimbursement across the field. He is also a founding member of the Noble Forum, a physician-executive collective dedicated to solving healthcare’s most complex and urgent challenges.

Outside of work, Andy is a classically trained pianist with a particular affection for Rachmaninoff and Chopin, an avid traveler, a devoted film lover, and a proud husband and dog dad to Zeus.

Steve Bewley

Chief Executive Officer and Interim Chief Operating Officer

Steve Bewley

Chief Executive Officer and Interim Chief Operating Officer

Passionate about improving mental health care in the U.S., Steve Bewley serves as the Chief Executive Officer for Guidelight. Prior to joining Guidelight in February 2025 as Chief Operating Officer, Steve served as the COO at InStride Health, a pediatric specialty provider for anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

Prior to InStride Health, Steve was the CEO of AbleTo, a pioneer in virtual mental health outpatient treatment. Steve earned a Bachelor of Arts from Georgetown University and an MBA from Boston College. He and his wife, Jen, met at Georgetown and have four sons.

Shane Vaughn

Interim Chief Growth Officer

Shane Vaughn

Interim Chief Growth Officer

Shane Vaughn serves as Interim Chief Growth Officer at Guidelight, where he focuses on expanding access to high-quality, evidence-based mental health care across the country.

Shane is also a Vice President at Triple Aim Partners and brings a broad range of leadership experience across medical groups, integrated payer-provider systems, and multi-site healthcare organizations. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Northern Colorado and is passionate about building systems that improve outcomes and access for individuals and families in need.

Nima Jahanforouz, DO

Enterprise Medical Director of Business Advancement

Nima Jahanforouz, DO

Enterprise Medical Director of Business Advancement

Dr. Jenn Crenshaw is committed to building intentional cultures of belonging; this is one reason she was drawn to the opportunity to serve as Interim Chief People Officer for Guidelight, where everyone has a seat. She has served as CPO in healthcare, hospitality, and professional services over the last 15 years. Jenn is recognized for her skills in cultural alignment, human capital systems, and change management, known for developing practical solutions while staying focused on both speed to market and return on investment. Jenn earned her Doctorate in Business Administration from Georgia State University in 2020 and serves as Adjunct Faculty in Executive Education with Florida Atlantic University. She also enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and friends in both Florida and Virginia.

Steven Bloodworth

Vice President, Finance

Steven Bloodworth

Vice President, Finance

Steven Bloodworth brings a passion for healthcare transformation, along with deep experience in healthcare finance to his role as Vice President of Finance at Guidelight.

He previously led finance at Boulder Care, a virtual provider of substance use treatment, and held various leadership roles at Healogics, the nation’s largest wound care provider. Outside of work, Steven enjoys spending time with his wife, Vanessa, and their growing family. He’s an avid sports fan and finds time for the occasional round of golf.

Brad Riemann, PhD

Vice President, Quality and Clinical Development

Brad Riemann, PhD

Vice President, Quality and Clinical Development

Brad Riemann received his doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Health Sciences/ The Chicago Medical School. He has focused his career on developing evidence-based treatment programming, measurement-based care systems, and effective and efficient operational models.

Brad is the former President of Philanthropy, Research and Clinical Care at Rogers Behavioral Health. In his 26-year career at Rogers he also served as Chief Clinical Officer and System Chief Operating Officer. He has authored over 125 scientific, peer-reviewed articles, 15 treatment manuals, and has spoken both nationally and internationally on a variety of topics. Brad lives in Wisconsin with his wife and enjoys traveling and spending time with his family.

Nima Jahanforouz, DO

Enterprise Medical Director

Nima Jahanforouz, DO

Enterprise Medical Director

Dr. Nima Jahanforouz is a highly dedicated and accomplished psychiatrist, currently serving as the Enterprise Medical Director of Business Advancement for Guidelight.

Nima holds dual certifications in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and General Adult Psychiatry. He completed his fellowship at Harvard's Boston Children's Hospital and his residency at the University of Arizona Medical Center. As a first-generation immigrant, his academic journey includes a medical degree from the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and a bachelor's degree in PsychoBiology from the University of California - Los Angeles.