Every story shapes the way we care.
In behavioral health, we talk a lot about treatment, outcomes, and access, but sometimes we forget the simplest truth: our stories matter.
In this first installment of the Why It Matters: Voices of Care series, we highlight a foundational value that shapes compassionate care: unconditional positive regard.
Imagine what our communities could look like if empathy wasn’t the exception, but the norm.
This series is about elevating voices, challenging misconceptions, and reminding one another why this work truly matters.
Eric Gibbs is a behavioral health professional with over 15 years of experience dedicated to reducing stigma, expanding access to care, and improving outcomes for individuals and families. As Director of Business Development at Peak View Behavioral Health, he leads strategic growth initiatives that strengthen the continuum of care and better serve diverse communities. Eric is actively involved in community leadership, serving on the board of the Suicide Prevention Partnership and contributing to the Suicide Prevention Collaborative of El Paso County, the Youth Suicide Prevention (YSP) workgroup, and the Behavioral Health Control Committee (BHCC).
He believes all individuals deserve dignity, access, and compassionate, person-centered care rooted in unconditional positive regard and support. Passionate about collaboration, Eric works to build strong partnerships and advance systems, processes, and legislation that improve behavioral health care. In his spare time, Eric enjoys spending time with his wife and two boys, traveling, hiking, attending concerts, and playing guitar.
