Podcasts about behavioral healthcare

Study after study has shown a drop in mental health. That is especially true of young people and women. Sheng Lee Yang discusses her work with underserved, marginalized populations and the need for culturally sensitive therapy. Sheng is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Perinatal Mental Health therapist. She is a former professor who taught social justice issues, mental health, and advocacy to social work students. She is a first generation Hmong refugee and, most importantly she says, a proud mom. Us 2 Behavioral Health Care and Sheng can be contacted at Mental Health Services, Diversity & Inclusion Training in Appleton (https://us2bhc.org) The State of Wisconsin's Dose of Reality campaign is at Dose of Reality: Opioids in Wisconsin (https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/opioids/index.htm). More information about the federal response to the ongoing opiate crisis can be found at One Pill Can Kill (https://www.dea.gov/onepill)   The views and opinions of the guests on this podcast are theirs and theirs alone and do not necessarily represent those of the host or Westwords Consulting. We're always interested in hearing from individuals or organizations who are working in substance use disorder treatment or prevention, mental health care and other spaces that lift up communities. This includes people living those experiences. If you or someone you know has a story to share or an interesting approach to care, contact us today! Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Subscribe to Our Email List to get new episodes in your inbox every week!

Axios Reporter Carrie Shepherd joins Lisa Dent to discuss how mental health professionals are pushing for AI regulation. Gov. JB Pritzker signed the Wellness and Oversight for Psychological Resources Act following concerns about bots giving mental health advice.

To make progress on delivering behavioral healthcare at scale, we have to hold up examples of what progress looks like—and unpack how we achieve it. That was the goal of our live panel discussion at the Advisory Board Summit in Washington, D.C., moderated by Radio Advisory co-host Abby Burns. In today's episode of Radio Advisory, hear Abby's conversation with three provider leaders—Dr. Tristan Gorrindo, former Chief Medical Officer of Optum Behavioral Care, Dr. Mustafa Mufti, Chair of Psychiatry at ChristianaCare, and Dr. Ken Rogers, Chief Medical Officer for Behavioral Health at WellSpan. The group explores how each of these provider organizations are approaching digital health, workforce, crisis care, and, of course, financial sustainability in behavioral health. We're here to help: Behavioral health Your behavioral health and VBC strategies should work together. Here's why. How GRAND Mental Health reduced psychiatric inpatient hospitalizations by 93% Ep. 187: ChristianaCare's comprehensive, CFO-approved approach to behavioral healthcare Health System Growth Series A transcript of this episode as well as more information and resources can be found on RadioAdvisory.advisory.com.

In his conversation with Dr. Ross Ellenhorn LICSW, Ph.D,  Paul Krauss MA LPC explores themes central to both Ellenhorn's clinical philosophy and his recent book, Purple Crayons: The Art of Drawing a Life. Ellenhorn, a distinguished psychotherapist, sociologist, and founder of innovative mental health programs, brings an emphasis on reclaiming creativity and curiosity as vital tools for personal transformation and healing. The dialogue delves into how the metaphor of the "purple crayon"—inspired by Harold's imaginative adventures—serves as a call to embrace risk, playfulness, and authenticity in the face of conformity and societal norms. Drawing from Ellenhorn's biographical background and Krauss's pattern of unfiltered interviews on The Intentional Clinician Podcast, their exchange highlights the necessity of empowering individuals to draw their own paths, nurture their innate originality, and challenge the narratives that often hinder true change. Their discussion intertwines psychological insights with practical reflections on how imagination fuels resilience and self-realization. The interview also discusses the current changes and difficulties of American culture as well as the dangers facing the fields of psychotherapy and psychology. Get involved with the National Violence Prevention Hotline: 501(c)(3) Donate Share with your network Write your congressperson Sign our Petition Preview an Online Video Course for the Parents of Young Adults (Parenting Issues) Unique and low cost learning opportunities through Shion Consulting Paul Krauss MA LPC is the Clinical Director of Health for Life Counseling Grand Rapids, home of The Trauma-Informed Counseling Center of Grand Rapids. Paul is also a Private Practice Psychotherapist, an Approved EMDRIA Consultant , host of the Intentional Clinician podcast, Behavioral Health Consultant, Clinical Trainer, Counseling Supervisor, and Meditation Teacher. Paul is now offering consulting for a few individuals and organizations. Paul is the creator of the National Violence Prevention Hotline as well as the Intentional Clinician Training Program for Counselors. Paul has been quoted in the Washington Post, NBC News, Wired Magazine, and Counseling Today. Questions? Call the office at 616-200-4433.  If you are looking for EMDRIA consulting groups, Paul Krauss MA LPC is now hosting a weekly online group.  For details, click here. For general behavioral and mental health consulting for you or your organization. Follow Health for Life Counseling- Grand Rapids: Instagram   |   Facebook     |     Youtube Original Music: ”Alright” from the album Mystic by PAWL (Spotify) “After the Rain” from Land's End Eternal by Cole Pulice (Spotify)

In this interview, Megan Isham, Senior Manager of Clinical Systems at Mental Health Cooperative, explains the ways in which they are using eClinicalWorks for behavioral health and how eClinicalWorks has made significant efforts to support a wide variety of behavioral health specific needs. The Mental Health Cooperative is a comprehensive service that includes therapy for children, youth, and adults, a 24-hour unit, home visits, and services to accompany police and fire fighters. Their consumers (the word Isham uses), 98% of whom are covered by Medicaid, often have very severe illnesses.One of the cooperative's biggest achievements was to reduce the time required to complete a care plan from 112 to 9 minutes. Isham conducted an intensive review of the process, and found ways to leverage the eClinicalWorks platform and involve the consumer more in a collaborative process. This provided a massive time savings to her organization.Learn more about Mental Health Cooperative: https://www.mhc-tn.orgLearn more about eClinicalWorks: https://www.eclinicalworks.com/Healthcare IT Community: https://www.healthcareittoday.com/

Send us a textBill Bartholomew speaks with Matthew Gunnip, President, SEIU Local 580, and Alex Blue, a frontline worker for RI's Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities & Hospitals Developmental Disabilities Division, whose workers say a workload crisis is having a negative impact on patients. Support the show

Teresa Andrews with Epic Behavioral Healthcare and Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Johns County joins us in studio!

Dr. Benjamin Brody (Weill Cornell Medicine, New York) joins Dr. Dixon and Dr. Berezin to discuss how Joint Commission accreditation can be evolved to ensure that it is aligned with best incentives to for high-quality behavioral health care. Transcript 00:52     Brody background 02:51     Inpatient work 03:42     The tension of inpatient psychiatric care 05:28     The Joint Commission 07:39     What the Joint Commission is doing well 09:04     Best practices 11:02     Who ordered what, when, and where 13:33     Including the patient as a stakeholder 20:23     Comprehensive treatment plans 22:25     What would you do if you were CEO? 24:34     Ensuring that the things the Joint Commission focuses on are the things that improve patients' lives. 25:14     A vision for quality improvement that engages stakeholders 30:12     Shared decision making Subscribe to the podcast here. Check out Editor's Choice, a set of curated collections from the rich resource of articles published in the journal. Sign up to receive notification of new Editor's Choice collections. Browse other articles on our website. Be sure to let your colleagues know about the podcast, and please rate and review it wherever you listen to it. Listen to other podcasts produced by the American Psychiatric Association. Follow the journal on Twitter. E-mail us at psjournal@psych.org

As head of Monarch, Dr. Peggy Terhune is one of many helping to realize the vision for the Stephen M. Morris Behavioral Health Center. As the center takes shape, we sat down with Terhune to learn about her organization, which touts a vision of "a world where all people can achieve their unique potential." We'll also hear from Cabarrus County Behavioral Health Director Dr. Kamilah McKissick about the County's communitywide collaborative efforts and visit a recent NAMIWalks event, where even a powerful rainstorm didn't stop the show of solidarity for awareness, support and advocacy for behavioral health. HELP IS AVAILABLE If you or a loved one is struggling with a mental health crisis, free, confidential help is available 24/7. Trained crisis counselors can be reached at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988 or 1-800-273-8255.  Other resources: Mental Health America of Central Carolinas: https://mhaofcc.org/ NAMI Cabarrus: https://namicabarrus.org/ Partners' 24/7 Help Line: 888-235-4673 Atrium Health 24/7 Behavioral Health Hotline: 704-444-2400 Daymark 24/7 Crisis Hotline: 877-492-2785 HOST Dominique Clark  GUESTS Dr. Peggy Terhune Dr. Kamilah McKissick  

Our host Trevor DaRin is joined by Dr. Erick Macias and Matt Mindrup from SSM Health in St. Louis to explore the groundbreaking Behavioral Health Urgent Care model. Learn how this innovative care delivery approach is transforming mental health access by providing same-day, walk-in support for individuals in crisis—without the barriers of insurance or long waits. From patient stories to system-level impact, they share lessons learned, unexpected wins, and what's next for expanding this crucial model of care.   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

Tom Zaubler, MD, continues sharing his insights on AI's applications in the field of behavioral healthcare, emphasizing the technology's ability to identify which patients are at high risk for suicide. Let us know what you thought of this week's episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical expertise, research, or unique experience in medicine on the PW podcast? Email us at editorial@physweekly.com! Thanks for listening!

Back with Mike Davis and Producer Amanda "This Evening" is Teresa Andrews from Epic Behavioral Healthcare to talk to us about Taste of St. Augustine and Race to the Taste 5k before we dive deep into "A Simple Favor."

Tom Zaubler, MD, discusses how AI can help behavioral health practitioners track their patients' well-being longitudinally and devote more time to developing trusting clinical relationships. Let us know what you thought of this week's episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical expertise, research, or unique experience in medicine on the PW podcast? Email us at editorial@physweekly.com! Thanks for listening!

A majority of those with behavioral health challenges lack access to high-quality care. Gabe Diop, co-founder of Rula, a behavioral health physician group, joins the ACO Show to discuss how Rula is making behavioral health care more accessible by partnering with primary care practices to connect patients with the care they need. Dr. Samantha Cotler, family medicine physician in Wall, N.J., explains how her partnership with Rula has improved patient outcomes and made it easier to connect patients with in-network physicians. Connect with us at acoshow@aledade.com or visit the Aledade Newsroom.

curaJOY has taken another step towards making behavioral healthcare accessible to youths around the world. Join them at the GSV + ASU AI Show to take a look at their AI-powered psychoeducational support platform for students, families, and clinicians. Learn more at https://www.curajoy.org/solutions curaJOY City: Las Vegas Address: 304 South Jones Boulevard Website: https://www.curajoy.org

Welcome to the M.A.D. House: Mike, Amanda, & Davey . . . Big Personalities, Bigger Conversations! Talking to Teresa Andrews from EPIC Behavioral Healthcare about all the upcoming events this spring season!

Imagine if there was a way to help create supportive, stigma-free environments for people living with substance use and mental health conditions, especially in the workplace. The Rhode Island Recovery-Friendly Workplace Initiative aims to do just that. Jeffrey Wolfsberg, program director for the Recovery-Friendly Workplace Program at the Rhode Island Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities, & Hospitals (BHDDH) joins Dr. Philip Chan in this episode to talk about how the initiative not only supports the workforce but can also boost a business's bottom line. 

curaJOY is making waves in the world of AI, and it's all thanks to its AI-driven behavioral healthcare platform. Learn about why this leading non-profit organization was named a winning honoree for Twilio's AI Startup Searchlight 2.0 Award. Learn more at https://curajoy.org/solutions curaJOY City: Las Vegas Address: 304 South Jones Boulevard Website: https://www.curajoy.org

Mike Davis, Davey Hartzel and Producer Amanda are with Epic Behavioral Healthcare's Melanie Hardin, Community Outreach, and Emily Skinner, Criminal Justice Program, "This Evening"

What does a crisis look like? It's up to youth and their families to define that answer. One thing, however, is for sure: Crisis is never convenient. Crises don't pick the most opportune time and place to strike, and so for any help to be effective, it needs to be flexible - and in many cases, mobile. When your brain goes off the tracks, getting help is much more feasible if someone can come to you... someone like Compass Health Program Manager Rick Deluga. Rick Deluga manages the new Child, Youth, and Family Crisis Team in Snohomish County for Compass Health. He holds a Masters in Social Work, and previously worked with the Downtown Emergency Service Center - which led to the innovative Crisis prevention work he does today - including mobile crisis response for youth across the county. Students in Nathan Hale High's Podcast Club sat with Rick to discuss how he got into this unique line of work, explore what crisis can look like, and identify actionable ways to get help when and where it's most urgently needed.  Presented by c89.5 in partnership with Seattle Children's, Coping 101 is an ongoing series led by students in Nathan Hale High School's Podcast Club that destigmatizes mental health from a teen's perspective, made possible with local support from 4Culture, Hansmire Builders, and Compass Health - NW Washington's Behavioral Healthcare leader. No matter our age or background we all face challenges, and there are healthy ways to cope. Get started with more episodes, and find community-centric resources online at c895.org/coping101 more about Compass Health's Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT): https://www.compasshealth.org/services/mcot/ 988 Crisis Line, a resource for anyone in WA experiencing emotional crisis: wa988.org Compass Health's Mental Health Toolkit: https://www.compasshealth.org/mental-health-toolkit/

Mike Davis, Davey Hartzel and Producer Amanda "This Evening" are Teresa of Epic Behavioral Healthcare in studio with a special Monday appearance of Davey.

Social inequities in healthcare are well-known, but curaJOY has been conducting groundbreaking research into how AI and machine learning can provide better access to behavioral health services for marginalized families around the globe. Learn more at https://curajoy.org/ curaJOY City: Las Vegas Address: 304 South Jones Boulevard Website: https://www.curajoy.org Email: info@curajoy.com

Transforming Behavioral Health Care: The Power of Collaboration and TechDescription: Join two leading experts in behavioral health as they dive into the pressing issue of the growing demand for mental health services versus limited access to equitable care in the United States. Discover how the Collaborative Care Model serves as a powerful framework to seamlessly integrate mental health services into primary care, with a focus on expanding access in rural communities. The conversation also explores innovative digital tools that can streamline care coordination and boost patient outcomes, paving the way for a more connected and efficient approach to mental health care.Objectives: Explain the factors contributing to the growing demand for mental health services. Discuss how the Collaborative Care Model can enhance mental health outcomes in various settings while supporting the Quadruple Aim.Discuss the role of digital tools in enhancing care coordination and improving patient outcomes within behavioral health services. Guests:  Luke RaymondSarah Oliver, PhD, MSWBios: Luke RaymondLuke Raymond is an accomplished leader in behavioral health strategy, operations, and innovation, with over 20 years of experience in the field.  A therapist by training, he has spent time in various clinical, strategic, and commercial leadership roles with a strong focus on improving access to care, reducing costs, and delivering effective outcomes. Luke co-authored an article in Psychiatric Times on implementing telepsychiatry in rural settings and has spoken at numerous national conferences, including the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS), the American Telemedicine Association (ATA), and American Health Insurance Plans (AHIP). Luke has both commercialized and led initiatives that resulted in a 50% reduction in emergency department visits, improved patient and clinician satisfaction and delivered effective digital and virtual care at scale. Luke is certified in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and integrated primary care therapy.  His clinical interests include ADHD, anxiety, and trauma recovery.  Luke lives with his wife and daughter in central Illinois, where he enjoys endurance running, fishing, and bourbon outside of work.  Sarah Oliver, PhDSarah has nearly 30 years of experience in the social work field as a case manager and psychotherapist. She specializes in working with individuals who have experienced trauma. She earned her PhD in Clinical Social Work with a specialization in military and veterans issues and previously earned her MSW degree in Social Work from the University of Iowa. Sarah is the Director of Counseling at St. Ambrose University in Davenport, IA, and has worked with the college-age population for the last eight years. In addition, Sarah has a private practice where she sees Veterans and first responders who have experienced combat and other forms of trauma. Sarah is no stranger to Veterans or Veterans issues, having spent 17 years as a Clinical Social Worker for the Iowa City VA Health Care System.  During this time Sarah had specialized experience providing care to Homeless and at-risk Veterans and providing psychotherapy to Veterans.  She has been in a variety of front-line social work and leadership roles coordinating with community members and other interested groups to provide the best care to Veterans.     In addition, Sarah has taught as an Adjunct professor at the University of Iowa's School of Social Work for 16 years.  References American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Suicide Statistics, 2024 https://afsp.org/suicide-statistics/World Health Organization, COVID-19 pandemic triggers 25% increase in prevalence of anxiety and depression worldwide, 2022 KFF, KFF/CNN Mental Health In America Survey, 2022 https://www.kff.org/mental-health/report/kff-cnn-mental-health-in-america-survey/American Psychiatric Association Workforce Development, 2024 https://www.psychiatry.org/psychiatrists/advocacy/federal-affairs/workforce-developmentHealth Resources & Services Administration Workforce Projections, 2021 (Source)  National Library of Medicine, Understanding the expanding role of primary care physicians (PCPs) to primary psychiatric care physicians (PPCPs): enhancing the assessment and treatment of psychiatric conditions, 2010 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2925161/National Library of Medicine, Rural-urban prescribing patterns by primary care and behavioral health providers in older adults with serious mental illness, 2022, CMS Medicare Learning Network Bulletin (Source) 9-AIMS Center, Evidence Base for Collaborative Care (CoCM), https://aims.uw.edu/evidence-base-for-cocm/National Library of Medicine, From Triple to Quadruple Aim: Care of the Patient Requires Care of the Provider, 2014,

I am pleased to present an interview with Dr. Andrew Gerber, President of Silver Hill Hospital in New Canaan, Connecticut. Dr. Gerber is a clinician, leader, educator, and widely respected voice on issues pertaining to mental health care. In this interview, we discuss the current behavioral health "crisis" and the various issues impacting hospitals, physicians, patients, and... all of us. Consider this to be an excellent primer on the current state of the behavioral health industry.

Mike Davis, Davey Hartzel, and Producer Amanda are joined by Teresa Andrews from Epic Behavioral Healthcare talking the 28th Annual Ancient City Kids Day "This Evening."

In this episode of 'The Move,' host Larry Williams interviews Michael Castanon, founder and CEO of CarePredictor, Mindfully, and Ultra Behavioral Health. They discuss the critical role of culture and empathy in healthcare leadership. Michael emphasizes the importance of empathy in leadership, highlighting how it can transform patient care and employee satisfaction. The conversation covers the development of a strong organizational culture, the measurability of empathy, and the importance of caring connections in healthcare. Michael advocates for a nurturing approach that extends across all levels in an organization, affecting both internal teams and the external patient experience. Tools like the Care Predictor Index are introduced to objectively evaluate empathy levels within care teams, leading to enhanced outcomes, satisfaction, and organizational growth. 00:00 Introduction to Leadership Impact 00:51 The Importance of Culture in Healthcare 01:05 Meet Michael Castanon 01:29 The Role of Empathy in Leadership 05:20 Michael's Personal Journey 10:15 Creating a Positive Work Environment 14:44 Quantifying Empathy and Care 20:54 The Importance of Human Connection 33:11 Final Thoughts and Takeaways 34:37 Conclusion and Contact Information

Meeting people where they are, you learn more about what they really need. Stephanie Sarantos and Karina Gasperin have applied this philosophy for the past few years in building Well Being, a Youth and Family Resource Center based in Bothell, Washington. Stephanie comes to us from The Clearwater School, an alternative school with an exciting model. Karina is the CEO of Mujeres con Actitud Latina, providing resources and information for immigrants and latinas. Student host J Cool discusses what it means to take community creation and development into your own hands, and how lives outside of traditional structures can lead to healthy growth. Presented by c89.5 in partnership with Seattle Children's, Coping 101 is an ongoing series led by students in Nathan Hale High School's Podcast Club that destigmatizes mental health from a teen's perspective, made possible with local support from The Community Foundation of Snohomish County, Hansmire Builders and Compass Health - NW Washington's Behavioral Healthcare leader. No matter our age or background we all face challenges, and there are healthy ways to cope. Get started with more episodes, and find community-relevant resources online at c895.org/coping101 Well Being Youth & Family Resource Center: https://clearwaterschool.com/well-being-center Clearwater School: https://clearwaterschool.com/ This episode is made possible by The Community Foundation of Snohomish County: https://www.cf-sc.org/learn/who-we-are-what-we-do/

"Very often our youth have experienced some sort of very large schism, either in the family or in the family's stability. There are often expectations that kids cannot meet, or kids who are basically left behind by their families. The best thing a therapist can do is provide validation, and delight in a human's presence. Find something that they just love about that person. Being able to find that and really mirror that to somebody can be super-duper healing. I think we've been able to accomplish that." Tanya Keenan is a clinician and Behavioral Healthcare Specialist at Compass Health, working with teens that are experiencing housing instability across Snohomish County. Her work takes place at Cocoon House, one of Compass Health's partners, working with young people, families, and their communities, to break the cycle of homelessness. Led by 18-yr-old host Gavin M., we explore the link between behavioral and housing stability in teens, and how communities can work together to address the crisis where it first begins to emerge.  Presented by c89.5 in partnership with Seattle Children's, Coping 101 is an ongoing series led by students in Nathan Hale High School's Podcast Club that destigmatizes mental health from a teen's perspective, made possible with local support from 4Culture, Hansmire Builders, and Compass Health - NW Washington's Behavioral Healthcare leader. No matter our age or background we all face challenges, and there are healthy ways to cope. Get started with more episodes, and find community-centric resources online at c895.org/coping101 Cocoon House: https://www.cocoonhouse.org/ Compass Health's Mental Health Toolkit: https://www.compasshealth.org/mental-health-toolkit/

Following the COVID-19 pandemic, the behavioral healthcare industry has experienced an unprecedented surge in the need for innovation, increased access to care, and demand for services. In this episode of the William Blair Thinking Presents podcast, Ryan Daniels, CFA, partner, and group head of William Blair's healthcare technology and services sector, discusses how long-term investments in cutting-edge healthcare technology solutions can effectively address these growing needs.

Dr. Doug Newton is the Chief Medical Officer at Rula Health, a tech-enabled provider group that offers therapy, psychiatry, care coordination, and other supportive behavioral health services with a whole-person approach. Mental health disorders are diagnosed and managed using a combination of sound clinical judgment and measurement-informed care, which involves using patient-reported data and other objective measures. Normalizing mental health and using objective measures can help doctors bring up the topic with people of all ages to develop a personalized plan to maintain good physical and psychological health.  Doug explains, "We do know that the behavioral health crisis was exacerbated by COVID. Still, unfortunately, for most demographic groupings, it was already starting before the pandemic hit.  Using adolescents as an example, because I'm a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist by training, I saw this trend, so I looked at the data. We saw that was already a problem for kids, adolescents, and adults, where the rates of depression and anxiety were going up, as well as despair, as well as suicidal ideation - and, unfortunately, completion - were going up prior to COVID. It went up even further with COVID. We're seeing, unfortunately, either continued or slightly increased in the years post-COVID as well."   "The next component is, okay, great, let's get people to equitable and quick quality care. That's been harder. And so I do think that telehealth has allowed us to do that. I think it's allowed more equitable care across rural and urban areas. It's allowed providers and patients to find one another in a way we haven't been able to before. And that's great. I think the next frontier is making sure that we are providing the right care, and we can measure ways of providing the right care to that person. Highly personalized outcomes-based care is the frontier that we're going into next, and that's going to be critical." #RulaHealth #BehavioralHealth #MentalHealth #YouthMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MeasurementInformedCare #COVID Rula.com Download the transcript here

Dr. Doug Newton is the Chief Medical Officer at Rula Health, a tech-enabled provider group that offers therapy, psychiatry, care coordination, and other supportive behavioral health services with a whole-person approach. Mental health disorders are diagnosed and managed using a combination of sound clinical judgment and measurement-informed care, which involves using patient-reported data and other objective measures. Normalizing mental health and using objective measures can help doctors bring up the topic with people of all ages to develop a personalized plan to maintain good physical and psychological health.  Doug explains, "We do know that the behavioral health crisis was exacerbated by COVID. Still, unfortunately, for most demographic groupings, it was already starting before the pandemic hit.  Using adolescents as an example, because I'm a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist by training, I saw this trend, so I looked at the data. We saw that was already a problem for kids, adolescents, and adults, where the rates of depression and anxiety were going up, as well as despair, as well as suicidal ideation - and, unfortunately, completion - were going up prior to COVID. It went up even further with COVID. We're seeing, unfortunately, either continued or slightly increased in the years post-COVID as well."   "The next component is, okay, great, let's get people to equitable and quick quality care. That's been harder. And so I do think that telehealth has allowed us to do that. I think it's allowed more equitable care across rural and urban areas. It's allowed providers and patients to find one another in a way we haven't been able to before. And that's great. I think the next frontier is making sure that we are providing the right care, and we can measure ways of providing the right care to that person. Highly personalized outcomes-based care is the frontier that we're going into next, and that's going to be critical." #RulaHealth #BehavioralHealth #MentalHealth #YouthMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MeasurementInformedCare #COVID Rula.com Listen to the podcast here

Ram Krishnan, CEO of Valant, works with therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists, and nurse practitioners in the outpatient behavioral healthcare environment, which has significant unmet needs that can be addressed with technology. Scaling a mental health practice differs from other medical practices due to the frequency of visits and the need for individualized care with the most effective therapist. Virtual visits and telehealth are helping providers bridge the gap between physical and mental health, and generative AI is showing promise in diagnosing and maintaining behavioral health.  Ram explains, "This has been a market that has evolved over the last 25 years because so much has changed with our overall perception of the value and importance of mental health. This is a market that was primarily rarely covered by insurance, and employers rarely demanded coverage for their employees. Therefore, it was a cash-based business for most of its existence." "But over the last ten years, as the stigma for mental health has started to fade, and people are more outspoken about mental health challenges that they're facing, whether it's celebrities or athletes, it's just made its way to the forefront. So employers, first and foremost, have begun to demand that the payers offer their services, and that's where it starts. Payers then, in turn, begin to look for coverage. Now you have a market that was built for cash working its way into the insurance model. Finding itself subscale, they are now looking to build to scale so that it can have the systems and structures required to be able to swim into the larger waters of the US healthcare system with the insurance and payer process. And so, you have a lot of practices that have a lot of catching up to do with respect to adopting technology, and quite frankly, just process."  #Valant #MentalHealth #BehavioralHealth #BehavioralHealthEHR #PracticeManagement #PatientPortal #Telehealth Valant.io Download the transcript here

Ram Krishnan, CEO of Valant, works with therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists, and nurse practitioners in the outpatient behavioral healthcare environment, which has significant unmet needs that can be addressed with technology. Scaling a mental health practice differs from other medical practices due to the frequency of visits and the need for individualized care with the most effective therapist. Virtual visits and telehealth are helping providers bridge the gap between physical and mental health, and generative AI is showing promise in diagnosing and maintaining behavioral health.  Ram explains, "This has been a market that has evolved over the last 25 years because so much has changed with our overall perception of the value and importance of mental health. This is a market that was primarily rarely covered by insurance, and employers rarely demanded coverage for their employees. Therefore, it was a cash-based business for most of its existence." "But over the last ten years, as the stigma for mental health has started to fade, and people are more outspoken about mental health challenges that they're facing, whether it's celebrities or athletes, it's just made its way to the forefront. So employers, first and foremost, have begun to demand that the payers offer their services, and that's where it starts. Payers then, in turn, begin to look for coverage. Now you have a market that was built for cash working its way into the insurance model. Finding itself subscale, they are now looking to build to scale so that it can have the systems and structures required to be able to swim into the larger waters of the US healthcare system with the insurance and payer process. And so, you have a lot of practices that have a lot of catching up to do with respect to adopting technology, and quite frankly, just process."  #Valant #MentalHealth #BehavioralHealth #BehavioralHealthEHR #PracticeManagement #PatientPortal #Telehealth Valant.io Listen to the podcast here

On the Aug. 12 edition of Georgia Today: A new study shows Georgia has almost the worst behavioral health care in the country; the Democratic National Committee launches its first ads for Harris presidential campaign; and the RICO trial against Young Thug and seven co-defendents, the longest in Georgia history, is set to resume today. 

In the United States, until you become a citizen you're not guaranteed many of the equal and basic rights afforded to the majority of the population. And to become "undocumented" can be a nightmare, affecting and interfering with your physical health, mental health, family, occupation... virtually everything. Navigating these obstacles can seem impossible, unless you can find help. "In a nutshell, we are the 211 and the 911 for the West African Community... where if they need anything they come to us, and if we don't have it we make a concerted effort to go and find it." This kind of zeal, resilience and determination comes from a place of survival, and from a man who has found dignity in overcoming the countless challenges of an undocumented immigrant. Originally from Gambia, Pa Ousman Joof's experience as an undocumented immigrant inspired him to establish Washington West African Center and provide the identity-affirming services he needed but couldn't find. The nonprofit now provides programs and services for more than 5000 community members annually.  Presented by c89.5 in partnership with Seattle Children's, Coping 101 is an ongoing series led by students in Nathan Hale High School's Podcast Club that destigmatizes mental health from a teen's perspective, made possible with additional support from The Community Foundation of Snohomish County, The Washington State Department of Health, Hansmire Builders, and Compass Health - NW Washington's Behavioral Healthcare leader. No matter our age or background we all face challenges, and there are healthy ways to cope. Get started with more episodes, and find community-relevant resources online at c895.org/coping101 more about WAWAC Pa's story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lG--LnSIxNA This episode is made possible by The Community Foundation of Snohomish County: https://www.cf-sc.org/learn/who-we-are-what-we-do/

Join us for an insightful conversation with North Carolina Secretary of Health and Human Services, Kody Kinsley, as he shares how growing up without health insurance influences his drive to improve health care access and affordability in his home state. Discover the transformative impact of the state's recent Medicaid expansion and substantial investments in behavioral health.Secretary Kinsley emphasizes North Carolina's novel, bipartisan approach to improving care. The discussion covers innovative strategies for staffing the 988 crisis hotline and the unusual integration of the health care system and the prison system. Secretary Kinsley ends with reflections on leadership in an era of identity politics and his advice for quality advocates everywhere. Key Quote: “We are very excited to have, after 10 years been able to finally expand Medicaid. And not only have we gotten it done, we've gotten it done well.  The other thing that's particularly exciting was a near billion-dollar investment in behavioral health. That is just so consequential to overall health and well-being, something that had also been forgotten and neglected for too long,”-Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Kody KinsleyTime Stamps:(01:48) Medicaid Expansion: A New Era(05:11) Bipartisanship and Community Engagement(06:37) Challenges and Solutions in Behavioral Health(11:56) Innovative Approaches to Health Care and Justice(13:23) Social Determinants of Health: A Holistic Approach(21:09) Taking Pride in One's Holistic Identity and Quality GainsLinks:Learn more about Secretary Kinsley

The country's youth mental health crisis continues to increase demand for psychiatric beds. Yet, the availability of residential treatment facilities, reserved for youth with severe emotional disturbances, is on the decline. What impact does this have on youth—including those in foster care--with high levels of need, and how do we ensure access to treatment for the children who need it most?This week, Naomi and Ian are joined by Scott Dziengelski, a consultant at King and Spalding LLP and former director of policy and regulatory affairs at the National Association for Behavioral Healthcare, to discuss his recent report, “Deinstitutionalization Redux: The Decline in Residential Mental Health Treatment for Youth.” The report highlights the concerning shortage of residential treatment facilities and bed space for youth who need care. In this episode, Scott explains the current move toward deinstitutionalization, the effect of negative media messaging around residential treatment centers, and the crucial policy and cultural changes needed to ensure youth with severe challenges receive the care they need.Resources-Deinstitutionalization Redux: The Decline in Residential Mental Health Treatment for Youth | Scott Dziengelski-How Foster Kids Are Being Damaged by a Lack of Home Care Facilities | Naomi Schaefer Riley-Why Foster Children Are Sleeping in Offices and What We Can Do About It | Sean Hughes et al. Show Notes-00:58 | How did you get involved in children's mental health policy?-02:20 | What does the spectrum of need look like for children's mental health, and which children are served by residential treatment facilities?-05:26 | How do you interpret the data around the rise in children's mental health challenges?-07:34 | What led to the decrease in availability of residential treatment facilities?-10:34 | Why are people advocating for the deinstitutionalization of residential treatment facilities? -13:23 | Two congressional hearings on residential treatment recently took place. What impact will these have on the availability of residential treatment?-16:55 | How does tying educational funds to children help when residential treatment is needed?-21:18 | What is your recommendation on Medicaid dollars following children in care? How do we shift the narrative on residential treatment facilities? -25:37 | Which states are doing the best in regard to residential treatment facilities?

  They say 'You can't be all things to all people', but what if there was a place that gave all the people all the things they needed? Student host Gavin recently connected with a few impressive teens who've found this place in their community, and they discuss how getting their needs met has helped them thrive.    The Community Resource Center of Stanwood Camano provides resources for basic necessities for families and individuals in the island community about an hour north of Seattle. The kind of impact they're making on young people, and the community at large, ends up being anything but basic. The CRC provides a range of dynamic programming to meet diverse needs, including free leadership programs, homework help, free clothing, first aid and other training, nutrition appointments, mental health employment services, support for expecting and early moms and more. Membership also offers arts and music experiences, including a couple bands they've formed which perform throughout the region.  Presented by c89.5 in partnership with Seattle Children's, Coping 101 is an ongoing series led by students in Nathan Hale High School's Podcast Club that destigmatizes mental health from a teen's perspective, made possible with local support from The Community Foundation of Snohomish County, Hansmire Builders and Compass Health - NW Washington's Behavioral Healthcare leader. No matter our age or background we all face challenges, and there are healthy ways to cope. Get started with more episodes, and find community-relevant resources online at c895.org/coping101 Community Resource Center of Stanwood-Camano This episode is made possible by The Community Foundation of Snohomish County: https://www.cf-sc.org/learn/who-we-are-what-we-do/

Mike Davis and Davey Hartzel are joined by Teresa, Director of Development at Epic Behavioral Healthcare, "This Evening" to catch us up on all the work at Epic.

There aren't enough behavioral health providers in Ohio to keep up with rising demand. So people are increasingly leaning on another source of support: peers.

"We want to be driven, but it's about recognizing when you've hit harmonious passion versus obsessive passion. And when it's harmonious, you're still doing things that make you feel joyful. You're still spending time with friends. You're still eating healthy, hanging out with your family. You're balanced. When it's obsessive, you stop doing all of those extra things... you've lost sight of what really matters." Burnout is something that can happen to anyone, of any age from any background. To help us understand this recently-acknowledged and increasingly widespread issue, we reached out to journalist, syndicated radio columnist, and award-winning author of The Burnout Epidemic, Jennifer Moss. Jennifer has dedicated a large part of her career to researching, writing about and educating people on Burnout and here we break down what it looks like, who's most at risk, and most importantly how to avoid its potentially devastating effects.  Presented by c89.5 in partnership with Seattle Children's, Coping 101 is an ongoing series led by students in Nathan Hale High School's Podcast Club. We're on a mission to destigmatize mental health from a teen's perspective, with additional support from 4Culture, The Washington State Department of Health, Hansmire Builders and Compass Health - NW Washington's Behavioral Healthcare leader. No matter our age or background we all face challenges, and there are healthy ways to cope. Get started with more episodes, and find community-centric resources online at c895.org/coping101 more about Jennifer Moss: www.jennifer-moss.com more about Burnout:   http://blogs.wgbh.org/innovation-hub/2021/7/23/how-beat-burnout/ https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/mckinsey-on-books/author-talks-why-burnout-is-an-epidemic-and-what-to-do-about-it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbD4IqKt7gc https://front.com/blog/video/episode-6-jennifer-moss https://www.forbes.com/sites/annesugar/2022/12/15/what-to-do-about-burnout-jennifer-moss-shares-insights-from-her-book-the-burnout-epidemic/?sh=1f60348d1020

"Every one of us has a story about a number of things. And our grief is a huge story, because it's our story of love. We grieve because we love."   Charlene Ray is a Grief Guide, Therapist, Writer and Educator who regularly consults with Forefront Suicide Prevention as a trainer and speaker. She runs her own practice on Whidbey Island, WA focusing on a variety of techniques and therapies around grief, loss, life transitions, and related areas. While it looks different for every one of us, the journey of grief is all of ours to eventually navigate and here we explore ways to prepare for the difficult traversal, tools that can help us have a healthy relationship with those we've lost and with grief itself, and how the natural world can be a healing companion. Presented by c89.5 in partnership with Seattle Children's, Coping 101 is an ongoing series led by students in Nathan Hale High School's Podcast Club. We're on a mission to destigmatize mental health from a teen's perspective, with additional support from 4Culture, The Washington State Department of Health, Hansmire Builders and Compass Health - NW Washington's Behavioral Healthcare leader. No matter our age or background we all face challenges, and there are healthy ways to cope. Get started with more episodes, and find community-centric resources online at c895.org/coping101 more about Charlene: https://www.charleneray.com/ Forefront Suicide prevention: https://intheforefront.org/

"I feel like this kind of work makes me a lot more passionate about health overall. And it helps me be an advocate for things that I care about... STAND gave me those skills to be an advocate." As a first generation American from a family of Zanzibar immigrants, Aidah Hawkins knows a lot about Community. Currently in college pursuing a degree in nursing, she's already quite accomplished at a young age. Aidah helped start the need-based collective Sister Circles, which brings together Zanzibar Youth to help one another navigate life's challenges through a shared experience. She's also a graduate of STAND, where she led advocacy efforts in prevention work around marijuana and tobacco use. In this peer-to-peer conversation we explore ways to create healthier communities, practical coping strategies to improve youth mental health, and the impact of marijuana and tobacco on communities of color.  Presented by C89.5 in partnership with Seattle Children's with support from the Washington State Department of Health's You Can campaign, Coping 101 is led by students in Nathan Hale High School's Podcast Club with a mission to destigmatize mental health from a teen's perspective. The series is made possible with local support from 4Culture, Hansmire Builders and Compass Health - NW Washington's Behavioral Healthcare leader. No matter our age or background we all face challenges, and there are healthy ways to cope. Get started with more episodes, and find community-relevant resources online at c895.org/coping101 STAND is an award winning peer education program that serves African and African American communities across WA state. Learn more: https://www.standwa.org/ The You Can campaign is brought to you by the Marijuana Prevention and Education Program within the Division of Prevention and Community Health at the Washington State Department of Health. Learn more: https://www.youcanwa.org/

In episode four of our Innovations in Corrections season, Just Science sat down with Dr. Sam Scaggs, research criminologist and corrections expert at RTI International, to discuss how automatic appointment reminders help justice-involved individuals better navigate probation-mandated behavioral health care management appointments. For those involved in the criminal justice system, missing a mandatory appointment such as a court date, treatment service, or parole visit could have serious legal consequences. To help clients manage these obligations, researchers piloted an automated digital appointment reminder system which provides users with quick and concise information about upcoming behavioral health management appointments. Listen along as Dr. Scaggs describes a two-phased approach for developing this system, preliminary results about the efficacy of appointment reminders, and the broad applications that this technology could have in the future. This episode is funded by RTI International's Justice Practice Area. Some content in this podcast may be considered sensitive and may evoke emotional responses or may not be appropriate for younger audiences.

In this enlightening conversation, Will talks with Tripp Johnson who shares his unique journey into behavioral healthcare and his evolution into a social entrepreneur. His accidental entry into the field, catalyzed by personal challenges with alcohol and a transformative exploration of mindfulness and yoga, marks the start of his commitment to improving mental health care. Tripp discusses his foundational experiences, including his time at West Point, his military service, and his eventual pivot towards integrating his passion for holistic wellness into his professional life. This journey led him to co-found Green Hill Recovery, focusing on helping young adults navigate life's challenges through integrated treatment programs that blend academic, career development, and mindfulness practices. Throughout the conversation, Tripp delves into the challenges and successes of shifting from private pay to an insurance-driven model, emphasizing the importance of accessibility, affordability, and quality of treatment. He critiques the private pay segment of the industry for often prioritizing marketing and referral relationships over clinical sophistication and advocates for systemic changes to make high-quality care accessible to a broader demographic. Tripp's approach, inspired by his personal growth journey and professional experiences, underscores the need for the healthcare industry to innovate and adapt to serve clients better and ensure sustainability. The interview concludes with Tripp's vision for the future, where he hopes to see an industry that continues to innovate and provide care that is both high quality and accessible to all. He discusses his role in leading an innovation-focused offshoot to develop back-office systems and technology to streamline processes and enhance patient care. Tripp's story is a compelling call to action for the behavioral healthcare industry to evolve and embrace models that prioritize patient well-being, accessibility, and the integration of holistic practices into treatment methodologies. We want to thank Adventure Recovery for underwriting Season 18 which focuses on addiction and recovery.  Listeners are invited to explore the rich archives of over 200 episodes of this podcast on Stories from the Field.com.  

Behavioral healthcare should work for everyone, but too often it's inaccessible, stigmatized, unreimbursed, and disconnected from physical healthcare. Today's guests Kyle Talcott and Missy Krasner from Uplift and Redesign Health respectively are on a mission to change that reality for the better.So is the behavioral health system doomed to be in crisis forever? Or can technology, better business models and entrepreneurs make the difference? TOPICS(1:30) Innovations and progress in behavioral healthcare(7:00) Is there a severe provider shortage in behavioral health?(10:13) The imbalance in behavioral healthcare(14:30) Measuring value and improvement in mental health(20:47) The role of big tech companies in healthcare(24:44) The need for affordable behavioral healthcare

Join Cardinal's CEO, Alex Membrillo, and Director of Digital Marketing at Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare, Joe Crosby, for an enlightening episode of Ignite that unveils the innovative strategies driving Odyssey's success across 9 states.  Whether through localized SEO initiatives or nationwide residential care campaigns, Odyssey's digital approach is crafted to shepherd individuals through their distinct paths to healing. Join us to uncover how Odyssey is reshaping healthcare marketing, ensuring accessible support for those in need. RELATED RESOURCES Top Marketing Strategies & Guide for Mental Health Services - https://www.cardinaldigitalmarketing.com/healthcare-resources/blog/digital-marketing-strategies-tips-ideas-behavioral-and-mental-health-services/  Deep Dive into Behavioral Health Marketing: A Look At Industry Trends and Strategies Part 1  - https://www.cardinaldigitalmarketing.com/healthcare-resources/podcast/behavioral-health-marketing-trends-strategies-part-1/  Deep Dive into Behavioral Health Marketing: A Look At Industry Trends and Strategies Part 2 - https://www.cardinaldigitalmarketing.com/healthcare-resources/podcast/behavioral-health-marketing-trends-strategies-part-2/  Privacy First: Marketing Technologies That Prioritize HIPAA Compliance - https://www.cardinaldigitalmarketing.com/healthcare-resources/blog/hipaa-compliant-martech/ 

Welcome back to the Pear Healthcare Playbook! Every week, we'll be getting to know trailblazing healthcare leaders and dive into building a digital health business from 0 to 1. Today, we're excited to get to know Christopher Molaro. Chris is a West Point graduate who served in the U.S. Army for five years, including a tour in Iraq as a platoon leader. Coming back home, he experienced firsthand the gaps in the behavioral health system and how veterans and civilians alike face too many barriers when it comes to receiving appropriate, timely care. While pursuing his MBA at Wharton, Chris met his future co-founder Adam Pardes, and the two agreed–even the most engaging digital mental health apps in the world wouldn't truly change the problem until the care providers were a part of the solution in a meaningful way. And so they created NeuroFlow. In this episode, Chris and I discuss his journey from a military background to enrolling in Wharton's MBA program. We dive into the inception of NeuroFlow, its go-to-market strategy, partnerships, fundraising insights, the future of NeuroFlow, and the valuable advice he has for aspiring founders.

Learn how Evernorth Health Services and Alma are empowering providers to deliver high-quality care and demonstrate successful outcomes. In this episode, Melissa Reilly, the Evernorth Chief Strategy Officer of Behavioral Health, Douglas Nemecek, the Evernorth Chief Medical Officer of Behavioral Health, and Dr. Harry Ritter, founder and CEO of Alma, share how they are transforming the behavioral health landscape. Harry shares how his team assists behavioral health clinicians in providing modern care by offering technology and infrastructure. They are centered around supporting and empowering providers in the mental health sector, who have traditionally operated independently. Through technology and their service platform, Alma fosters a sense of community, enabling these providers to participate in the modern healthcare system, collaborate with partners like Evernorth, and deliver affordable, high-quality care. Doug and Melissa discuss how they are focused on improving access to high-quality behavioral healthcare by simplifying the complex behavioral health journey for individuals, making it easy for them to receive the care they need. They use data from various sources, including medical, behavioral, and pharmacy information, to help people access the right care. Harry, Doug, and Melissa shed light on the importance of measurement in providing behavioral care. They discuss how measurement-based care strategies help strengthen and optimize patient care and foster collaboration with provider groups like Alma. Stay tuned for an enlightening conversation with these remarkable guests as they share their insights and experiences in revolutionizing the behavioral healthcare landscape.  Resources: Visit the Evernorth Website. Follow the Evernorth on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Melissa Reilly on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Doug Nemecek on LinkedIn. Visit Alma on their Website. Connect with and follow Harry Ritter on LinkedIn.

It's no secret that the US is in the midst of a behavioral health crisis—and with the impacts of unmet need affecting every corner of the industry, many leaders are feeling powerless to sustainably address it. In this episode, guest host Abby Burns invites ChristianaCare's Chief Biopsychosocial Officer, Erin Booker, to discuss how Erin is driving—and making the case for—a comprehensive and holistic behavioral health care strategy. Erin shares how she converted her CFO to be a champion for integrated behavioral health care, as well as how she approaches workforce challenges, partnership, and policy advancement. Links: ChristianaCare's website Ep. 154: The behavioral health crisis won't change (unless we do) The 5 root causes of behavioral health inequity Ep. 68: Seattle Children's approach to behavioral health Tactics to build a stronger behavioral health system Learn more about Advisory Board's on-demand courses A transcript of this episode as well as more information and resources can be found on radioadvisory.advisory.com.