Deanna Knowles

Deanna Knowles
Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Sanara Mental Health

Deanna Knowles is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Sanara Mental Health, a Bellevue-based mental health clinic dedicated to expanding access to high-quality, compassionate care. As CEO, Deanna leads the organization’s strategic growth, operations, and systems development, ensuring that clinical excellence is supported by strong infrastructure and scalable processes.

With a background in building and optimizing service-based businesses, Deanna brings a results-driven and systems-focused approach to healthcare leadership. She oversees operational management, financial strategy, marketing, recruitment, and organizational development, working closely with the clinical leadership team to maintain high standards of care while positioning Sanara for long-term expansion.

Deanna is passionate about increasing accessibility to mental health services in the Eastside community and beyond. Her long-term vision includes expanding Sanara’s footprint through additional locations, specialized programs, and strategic partnerships that strengthen community mental health resources.

Through disciplined execution and a commitment to excellence, Deanna is building Sanara Mental Health into a trusted and scalable model for modern mental healthcare.