Podcasts about behavioral health

D.C. Public Schools is the national leader — by a lot — in at least one category: enrollment in pre-kindergarten programs. Almost every D.C. 4-year-old goes to pre-K; about 80 percent of 3-year-olds do. That's more than twice the national average. Sara Mead recently wrote an essay for Capital Commonsense describing this as a D.C. triumph. She's here to explain how it happened, and what it means. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter City Cast DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: ‪(202) 642-2654‬. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 25th episode: ⁠DC Department of Behavioral Health⁠ ⁠Tasti⁠ Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

On this edition of Political Breakfast, the team discusses how billionaire businessman and Georgia GOP gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson signed a new contract to provide healthcare services to workers with the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health. Much of Jackson's fortune comes from the company he owns: Jackson Healthcare. The trouble is, Jackson said he would shy away from conducting health business in Georgia if elected. This new contract would expire six months AFTER a new governor takes office. Republican strategist Brian Robinson, who advises the Rick Jackson campaign, Democratic strategist Anre Washington and host Lisa Rayam sort through all the implications. Plus, U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff went on the attack at a rally in Atlanta over the weekend, and continued to call out his opponent, GOP U.S. Representative Mike Collins, for his alleged ties to white supremacists.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can architectural thinking, technology, and a shift from outputs to outcomes empower designers to solve complex human challenges beyond the built environment?In this episode of Practice Disrupted, host Evelyn Lee sits down with Michael Caton, a Pratt-trained architect whose non-traditional career trajectory spans international mega-projects, technology-driven practice, mass timber housing, and pediatric behavioral health. Michael shares how graduating into the 2008 financial crisis launched a global journey, from construction administration on an Abu Dhabi hotel spanning a Formula One track to civic leadership in Brooklyn, that fundamentally reshaped how he views the architect's role in the room.Michael reflects on his evolution through technology-focused roles at Studio V, enterprise spatial delivery at WeWork, and his five-year tenure as the first design hire at mass timber startup Juno. Along the way, he completed a full-stack engineering bootcamp and navigated the counterintuitive realities of scaling housing innovations. He discusses the critical mindset of falling in love with the problem rather than the solution, and how his personal journey as a parent to a neurodivergent son led him to found Lumi, a pediatric behavioral health startup delivering real-time, multi-player behavioral guidance for families.The conversation culminates in an inspiring case for the future of architectural agency. Michael challenges firm leaders to look beyond drawing sets and physical artifacts to focus on the true transformations clients are buying. By prioritizing outcomes over outputs, he argues, design thinkers can leverage their problem-solving superpowers to create profound, measurable impact across the built environment and far beyond."If we really focus on those outcomes and that impact through the eyes of that client, those users in very deep ways, that makes the work that we create all the more powerful." - Michael CatonThis episode serves as a powerful reminder that an architect's greatest skill is not merely generating drawings, but applying systems thinking and design synthesis to complex human needs. By focusing on outcomes over outputs, design leaders can expand their agency and unlock meaningful transformation in traditional practice and new industries alike.Guest:Michael Caton, AIA, is an architect, technologist, and founder of Lumi, a pediatric behavioral health startup dedicated to supporting neurodivergent families with real-time, personalized behavioral guidance. A graduate of Pratt Institute, Michael's multi-faceted career spans international project delivery in the UAE and Switzerland, civic leadership advocacy with AIA New York, enterprise workplace delivery at WeWork, and mass timber product development as the first design hire at Juno. Combining architectural expertise with full-stack software engineering, he is a passionate advocate for outcome-driven design and leveraging technology to strengthen human connections.This episode is especially for you if: ✅ You are curious about how architectural training can open doors to non-traditional, high-impact careers outside conventional firm practice.✅ You want to explore the compelling case for prioritizing outcomes over outputs to increase client value and professional agency. ✅ You are eager to learn about the counterintuitive challenges and supply-chain realities of scaling mass timber housing startups. ✅ You want to understand how personal lived experience and empathy can drive the creation of human-centered tech startups. ✅ You believe that technology should be leveraged to foster deeper human connections and solve sticky societal problems.How are you prioritizing outcomes over outputs in your practice? Share your reflections with us on social and join the conversation.

We're talking about the metro union's fight back against bus fare quotes, D.C.'s slump in condo sales, and Republicans' efforts to repeal the motorcycle helmet requirement. Plus, in a members' only fourth segment, we've got the latest on RFK Stadium and the Commanders' chances this year. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to⁠ sign up⁠ for our morning newsletter City Cast DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: ‪⁠(202) 642-2654‬⁠. You can also ⁠become a member⁠, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 14th episode: ⁠DC Sustainable Energy Utility⁠ ⁠DC Department of Behavioral Health⁠ ⁠Library of Congress⁠ Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info⁠ HERE⁠.

Since he was just a boy at Hilliard Davidson High School, comedian Fumi Abe used his jokes to ease the alienation of being one of the only Asians in his class.Years later, his comedy took him to Stephen Cobert, James Corden and Jimmy Fallon. Now, he's coming back home to Columbus for his tour.After spending a month in Russia as a teenager, Emelia Sheeley decided she wanted to pursue a career of international service.For almost 10 years, she has been involved with the Riverview International Center, assisting new Americans in the Riverview Drive neighborhood with their basic needs.We'll meet the executive director of PBJ Connections, an organization providing professional behavioral health therapy for families through several forms of counseling, including horses.The discussions are all part of this week's Fascinating Ohio.Guests:Fumi Abe, comedianEmelia Sheeley, executive director, Riverview International CenterHolly Jedlicka, executive director, PBJ Connections, Inc.

What drives addiction, and how can we create better pathways toward prevention and recovery? In this episode, Dr. Rachel Pappert Docekal, CEO of Hanley Foundation, explores the neuroscience, behavioral patterns, and social factors shaping substance use disorders in today's world. With a focus on prevention, education, advocacy, and expanding access to treatment, Dr. Docekal is helping transform the conversation around addiction by addressing its root causes. Her work highlights the importance of early intervention, community support, and understanding the complex relationship between the brain, environment, and behavior. In this conversation, we explore: ·       How addiction changes the brain and influences decision-making. ·       Why prevention and early education are essential in reducing substance misuse. ·       The impact of social media, technology, and modern lifestyles on addictive behaviors. ·       How loneliness and emotional challenges can increase vulnerability to addiction. ·       The future of behavioral health and recovery support. Whether you're affected by addiction personally, supporting a loved one, or interested in the future of mental and behavioral healthcare, this episode offers valuable insights into building healthier communities and more effective recovery solutions. Connect with Dr. Docekal: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn X Hanley Foundation Website Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/38oMlMr

Since he was just a boy at Hilliard Davidson High School, comedian Fumi Abe used his jokes to ease the alienation of being one of the only Asians in his class.Years later, his comedy took him to Stephen Cobert, James Corden and Jimmy Fallon. Now, he's coming back home to Columbus for his tour.After spending a month in Russia as a teenager, Emelia Sheeley decided she wanted to pursue a career of international service.For almost 10 years, she has been involved with the Riverview International Center, assisting new Americans in the Riverview Drive neighborhood with their basic needs.We'll meet the executive director of PBJ Connections, an organization providing professional behavioral health therapy for families through several forms of counseling, including horses.The discussions are all part of this week's Fascinating Ohio.Guests:Fumi Abe, comedianEmelia Sheeley, executive director, Riverview International CenterHolly Jedlicka, executive director, PBJ Connections, Inc.

Elementary school is full of exciting milestones—new teachers, new friends, field trips, and growing independence. But for students with food allergies, each of these moments can bring unique challenges. So how can families help children stay safe, feel included, and build confidence throughout the school day?Joining us is FAACT's Director of Behavioral Health and Nationally Certified School Psychologist, Emery Brown, M.A., Ed.S., to share practical, easy-to-use strategies that support both food allergy safety and emotional well-being.Resources to keep you in the know:FAACT's Behavioral Health Resource CenterFAACT's Resilience and Food Allergies ActivitiesFAACT's Coping SkillsFAACT's For Parents and Caregivers: How to Listen to Your Children and Teens When They Are Ready to Talk to You About Their Mental HealthYou can find FAACT's Roundtable Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Pandora, Spotify, Podbay, iHeart Radio, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, Threads, LinkedIn, Pinterest, TikTok, and YouTube.Sponsored by: KaleoThanks for listening! FAACT invites you to discover more exciting food allergy resources at FoodAllergyAwareness.org!

**This is a Replay**Allan Galbraith joins Jenna on the podcast this week to discuss the Behavioral Health Issues among Lawyers. Allan wrote a blog about this topic, called Recovery and Hope, and he will share his thoughts and overall perspective on the problems of mental health/addiction issues within the profession. Does he think it's gotten better or worse since his blog article over 10 years ago? Tune in this week to find out.Contact Allan Galbraith atPhone: (404) 523-2200Website: https://www.keenanlawfirm.com/allan-l...

Send us Fan MailMedicaid and Medicare used to pay first and chase fraud later. That model is changing fast, and the providers who haven't adapted are about to feel it.In this clip from our episode “AI and The Future Of Behavioral Health”, host John Driscoll and Alon Joffe, Co-Founder and CEO of Eleos Health, break down why the shift to audit-first payment in Medicaid and Medicare is an existential threat for behavioral health organizations already operating on razor-thin margins.Listen to the full episode here

Send us Fan MailWhat does it mean to raise healthy, resilient kids in a world shaped by AI, social media, and constant digital connection?In this episode of Wedgwood's Coffee Break Conversation, host Hillary Kirkendall is joined by Brina Tiemeyer, Wedgwood's  Senior Director of Behavioral Health and Community Services, and Chris McKenna, Founder & CEO of Protect Young Eyes and author of Five Habits of the Tech-Ready Family.Together, they explore how artificial intelligence and social media are changing childhood, why today's technology presents unique challenges for developing minds, and what parents can do to help children build healthy digital habits without leading from fear.From AI companions and media literacy to resilience, critical thinking, and the importance of real-life relationships, Chris and Brina offer practical guidance for parents, caregivers, educators, and anyone invested in helping young people thrive in an increasingly digital world.Most importantly, they remind us that technology isn't the villain...passive use is. By leading with curiosity, modeling healthy habits, and prioritizing relationships over rules, families can navigate today's digital landscape with confidence and hope.Whether you're parenting young children, raising teens, working with youth, or simply trying to develop healthier technology habits yourself, this conversation offers practical wisdom, encouragement, and a hopeful reminder that meaningful connection still matters most.LINKS & INFO:• Protect Young Eyes• 5 Habits of the Tech-Ready Family by Chris McKenna• Wedgwood's Website• Learn More About Coffee Break ConversationSupport the showDon't forget to subscribe to stay up-to-date on the latest episodes!

Luis Voloch, Co-Founder and CEO of Jimini Health, focuses on mental health through the Sage platform, which provides continuous AI support for patients while keeping clinicians informed and in control. The approach addresses the problem of patients turning to general-purpose AI for behavioral health support by offering a HIPAA-compliant, purpose-built alternative with proper safeguards and clinician supervision. The platform improves patient adherence to therapy and provides valuable information about progress between appointments, which is particularly important in mental health care where outcomes are non-linear and diagnostic precision is limited. Luis explains, "Right now, the AI healthcare environment is, I'd say, largely split when it comes to clinical AI between largely clinician-facing and back-office capabilities. So things like AI scribes and RCM tools and clinician coaching tools and products like that on one hand, with on the other hand, things that are primarily for patients. You may see things on the app store that are like AI therapists or products that are standalone for patients. And where Jimini stands is really as unifying both of these, where the core thesis for the company is that the right way to help patients and to build helpful clinical AI products is by integrating with the clinician as well, where the clinician has the ability to oversee what the AI is doing and to guide what the AI is doing."   "The company's belief is that we need to build purpose-built AIs for mental health that are HIPAA-compliant and safe, with all the right guardrails. And most importantly, where clinicians are in the loop and where the clinicians can oversee and guide what the AI is doing." "We primarily work with large behavioral health provider organizations interested in improving the quality of care they deliver. One specific big opportunity we bring is bridging the time between sessions so that patients have additional support. The core of the product is what we call Sage. Sage is an app that engages with patients in various ways, with the guidance of the clinician, so that Sage knows what is happening in the therapy sessions or whatever other appointments the patient is having. It is then able to follow the clinical priorities of the clinician when the clinician is not there, and Sage supports these patients on a daily basis." #JiminiHealth #MentalHealth #DigitalHealth #BehavioralHealth #AIinHealthcare #PatientEngagement #CareAdherence #Telehealth #HealthTech #AI #MentalHealth #PatientSafety jiminihealth.com Listen to the podcast here

Luis Voloch, Co-Founder and CEO of Jimini Health, focuses on mental health through the Sage platform, which provides continuous AI support for patients while keeping clinicians informed and in control. The approach addresses the problem of patients turning to general-purpose AI for behavioral health support by offering a HIPAA-compliant, purpose-built alternative with proper safeguards and clinician supervision. The platform improves patient adherence to therapy and provides valuable information about progress between appointments, which is particularly important in mental health care where outcomes are non-linear and diagnostic precision is limited. Luis explains, "Right now, the AI healthcare environment is, I'd say, largely split when it comes to clinical AI between largely clinician-facing and back-office capabilities. So things like AI scribes and RCM tools and clinician coaching tools and products like that on one hand, with on the other hand, things that are primarily for patients. You may see things on the app store that are like AI therapists or products that are standalone for patients. And where Jimini stands is really as unifying both of these, where the core thesis for the company is that the right way to help patients and to build helpful clinical AI products is by integrating with the clinician as well, where the clinician has the ability to oversee what the AI is doing and to guide what the AI is doing."   "The company's belief is that we need to build purpose-built AIs for mental health that are HIPAA-compliant and safe, with all the right guardrails. And most importantly, where clinicians are in the loop and where the clinicians can oversee and guide what the AI is doing." "We primarily work with large behavioral health provider organizations interested in improving the quality of care they deliver. One specific big opportunity we bring is bridging the time between sessions so that patients have additional support. The core of the product is what we call Sage. Sage is an app that engages with patients in various ways, with the guidance of the clinician, so that Sage knows what is happening in the therapy sessions or whatever other appointments the patient is having. It is then able to follow the clinical priorities of the clinician when the clinician is not there, and Sage supports these patients on a daily basis." #JiminiHealth #MentalHealth #DigitalHealth #BehavioralHealth #AIinHealthcare #PatientEngagement #CareAdherence #Telehealth #HealthTech #AI #MentalHealth #PatientSafety jiminihealth.com Download the transcript here

In this episode, Holly McCormack, DNP, RN, President and Chief Executive Officer, Cottage Hospital, discusses expanding specialty and behavioral health services, securing critical grant funding, and strengthening rural healthcare through patient-centered growth, recruitment, and age-friendly care initiatives.

Send us Fan MailMore than 160 million Americans live in areas with a shortage of mental health providers. The clinicians who do show up are spending hours on documentation, compliance, and eligibility work that has nothing to do with patient care.Alon Joffe, Co-Founder and CEO of Eleos Health, joins host John Driscoll to discuss how AI is reducing administrative burden for behavioral health clinicians and why workflow efficiency is becoming critical for community health centers facing Medicaid funding challenges.

In this episode, Holly McCormack, DNP, RN, President and Chief Executive Officer, Cottage Hospital, discusses expanding specialty and behavioral health services, securing critical grant funding, and strengthening rural healthcare through patient-centered growth, recruitment, and age-friendly care initiatives.

In this episode, Dr. Manish Sapra, System Vice President of Behavioral Health and Collaborative Service Lines for CommonSpirit Health, discusses strategies to expand access to behavioral healthcare, strengthen integrated care models, and address growing mental health needs through innovation and collaboration.

"I relate it to one of the Wizard of Oz characters... I've seen behind the curtain. I know how it's all put together."What happens when a man who spent nearly five decades inside every corner of the self-funded industry decides his final act is to give the playbook away?My guest this week is Charlie Gragg, a true first-generation veteran of self-funding. Charlie started in the late 1970s underwriting stop-loss cases on napkins from payphone booths, went on to run his own TPA, and has now semi-retired into a role he believes the industry desperately needs: the fiduciary co-pilot.He won't take your broker of record letter; he doesn't want it. Instead, he partners with brokers, consultants, and C-suite executives to build health plans from scratch, the way an owner would.If you're a broker who knows you have a ceiling on your self-funding expertise, this episode is your permission slip to get help. Tune in.Thank you to our 2026 sponsors!ParetoHealth: ParetoHealth empowers midsize employers with a long-term solution to reduce volatility and lower overall health benefits costs. Visit https://www.paretohealth.com/fully-insured-vs-self-funding-with-paretohealth-spencer-podcast/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=SelfFundedwSpencer to learn more.Samaritan Fund: A program that connects those who need help to the support they need. We are proud to offer the Samaritan Fund Program. Visit SamaritanFundProgram.com to learn more.Vālenz Health: We're Vālenz Health, your partner in improving health literacy, reducing plan spend, and delivering high-value healthcare. Visit ValenzHealth.com to learn more.Imagine360: Imagine360 helps self-funded employers save on healthcare with smarter health plans. Cut expenses by 20-30% with custom solutions. Contact us today at Imagine360.com.Chapters:(00:00:00) Intro: Behind the Curtain of Self-Funding(00:00:55) The Fiduciary Co-Pilot: Why Charlie Won't Take Your BOR(00:02:58) Charlie's Background: First-Generation TPA in the Late '70s(00:04:46) Napkin Underwriting and $2,000 Aggregate Stop-Loss(00:06:18) The Two Sales: Selling the Employer AND the Underwriter(00:07:20) Why the TPA Business Is So Hard to Do Right(00:11:27) The Fiduciary TPA: Accountant of the Health Plan(00:13:32) The 401(k) Parallel: Fiduciary Standards Are Coming for Brokers(00:14:43) Building Custom Plans vs. Buying the Box(00:16:25) Stop Haggling Over Stop-Loss — Solve the Claims Instead(00:18:46) Owning Your Stop-Loss Through a Group Captive(00:21:25) The 3-6 Month Setup: Finding Fiduciary Partners First(00:23:34) The One Question to Ask Every TPA(00:26:07) Why PBMs Need the Fiduciary Standard Too(00:28:01) Eating the Elephant: Meeting Employers Where They Are(00:30:56) Winning Over the C-Suite Before the HR Director(00:34:42) Claims Negotiators, Re-Pricers, and the Lost Art of the Phone Call(00:39:11) Do You Still Need a Carrier Network?(00:41:51) The Quality Anomaly: Why the Best Care Costs Less(00:43:34) DRG Bundles and the $20,000 Burn Unit That Never Was(00:46:52) Wellness, Behavioral Health, and the Loyalty Dividend(00:55:31) Building the Utopian Health Plan: The Blueprint(01:01:03) What's Missing? Belief.(01:04:18) The Future: Adoption in the Mid-Market(01:06:33) Closing Thoughts: The System Won't Fix ItselfKey Links for Social:@SelfFunded on YouTube for video versions of the podcast and much more - https://www.youtube.com/@SelfFundedListen/watch on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1TjmrMrkIj0qSmlwAIevKA?si=068a389925474f02Listen on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-funded-with-spencer/id1566182286Follow Spencer on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-smith-self-funded/Follow Spencer on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/selffundedwithspencer/

The squeeze is on.Federal enforcement is intensifying, with behavioral health agencies facing heightened scrutiny following revealing reports from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG). According to the OIG, there have been numerous fraud cases involving false claims and falsified documentation.But among this emerging sturm und drang, there is a critical role that health information management (HIM) can play – as you and your team will learn during the next live edition of Talk Ten Tuesdays. That's when special guest Veronica Richardson, senior compliance consultant at First Class Solutions, will discuss how HIM can play a significant role in behavioral health compliance.The popular weekly Internet broadcast will also feature these additional instantly recognizable panelists, who will report more news during their segments:• POV: Penny Jefferson, Manager of Coding & Clinical Documentation Integrity Services for the University of California-Davis Medical Center, will share her point of view during the broadcast.• CDI Report: Cheryl Ericson will provide an update on all things clinical documentation integrity (CDI).• SDoH Report: Tiffany Ferguson will report on news happening at the intersection of compliance and medical record coding.• The Coding Report: Christine Geiger will report on the latest coding news.

It's a position that's been recognized for years in Illinois but is now gaining national recognition. That's according to Nanette Larson, with the Illinois Department of Human Services.

It's a position that's been recognized for years in Illinois but is now gaining national recognition, according to Nanette Larson, who is with the Illinois Department of Human Services.

Active Parenting education programs have been around since the early 1980s. They are evidence-based, meaning they use research-backed curriculum that teach techniques and approaches that have been studied and shown to provide benefits including lowering household conflict and improving child behavior. We learn about a new series of free Active Parenting courses that begin soon through the David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health in Collier County from Jasmine Pagano, Wellness Program Supervisor at the DLC Wellness Institute.

"I relate it to one of the Wizard of Oz characters... I've seen behind the curtain. I know how it's all put together."What happens when a man who spent nearly five decades inside every corner of the self-funded industry decides his final act is to give the playbook away?My guest this week is Charlie Gragg, a true first-generation veteran of self-funding. Charlie started in the late 1970s underwriting stop-loss cases on napkins from payphone booths, went on to run his own TPA, and has now semi-retired into a role he believes the industry desperately needs: the fiduciary co-pilot.He won't take your broker of record letter; he doesn't want it. Instead, he partners with brokers, consultants, and C-suite executives to build health plans from scratch, the way an owner would.If you're a broker who knows you have a ceiling on your self-funding expertise, this episode is your permission slip to get help. Tune in.Thank you to our 2026 sponsors!ParetoHealth: ParetoHealth empowers midsize employers with a long-term solution to reduce volatility and lower overall health benefits costs. Visit https://www.paretohealth.com/fully-insured-vs-self-funding-with-paretohealth-spencer-podcast/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=SelfFundedwSpencer to learn more.Samaritan Fund: A program that connects those who need help to the support they need. We are proud to offer the Samaritan Fund Program. Visit SamaritanFundProgram.com to learn more.Vālenz Health: We're Vālenz Health, your partner in improving health literacy, reducing plan spend, and delivering high-value healthcare. Visit ValenzHealth.com to learn more.Imagine360: Imagine360 helps self-funded employers save on healthcare with smarter health plans. Cut expenses by 20-30% with custom solutions. Contact us today at Imagine360.com.Chapters:(00:00:00) Intro: Behind the Curtain of Self-Funding(00:00:55) The Fiduciary Co-Pilot: Why Charlie Won't Take Your BOR(00:02:58) Charlie's Background: First-Generation TPA in the Late '70s(00:04:46) Napkin Underwriting and $2,000 Aggregate Stop-Loss(00:06:18) The Two Sales: Selling the Employer AND the Underwriter(00:07:20) Why the TPA Business Is So Hard to Do Right(00:11:27) The Fiduciary TPA: Accountant of the Health Plan(00:13:32) The 401(k) Parallel: Fiduciary Standards Are Coming for Brokers(00:14:43) Building Custom Plans vs. Buying the Box(00:16:25) Stop Haggling Over Stop-Loss — Solve the Claims Instead(00:18:46) Owning Your Stop-Loss Through a Group Captive(00:21:25) The 3-6 Month Setup: Finding Fiduciary Partners First(00:23:34) The One Question to Ask Every TPA(00:26:07) Why PBMs Need the Fiduciary Standard Too(00:28:01) Eating the Elephant: Meeting Employers Where They Are(00:30:56) Winning Over the C-Suite Before the HR Director(00:34:42) Claims Negotiators, Re-Pricers, and the Lost Art of the Phone Call(00:39:11) Do You Still Need a Carrier Network?(00:41:51) The Quality Anomaly: Why the Best Care Costs Less(00:43:34) DRG Bundles and the $20,000 Burn Unit That Never Was(00:46:52) Wellness, Behavioral Health, and the Loyalty Dividend(00:55:31) Building the Utopian Health Plan: The Blueprint(01:01:03) What's Missing? Belief.(01:04:18) The Future: Adoption in the Mid-Market(01:06:33) Closing Thoughts: The System Won't Fix ItselfKey Links for Social:@SelfFunded on YouTube for video versions of the podcast and much more - https://www.youtube.com/@SelfFundedListen/watch on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1TjmrMrkIj0qSmlwAIevKA?si=068a389925474f02Listen on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-funded-with-spencer/id1566182286Follow Spencer on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-smith-self-funded/Follow Spencer on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/selffundedwithspencer/

In the eighth episode of season 5, of Disruptors at Work: An Integrated Care Podcast special host Dr. Brandy K. Biglow, Doctor of Behavioral Health (DBH) program alumna at Cummings Graduate Institute for Behavioral Health Studies (CGI), is joined by Dr. Jeremy Henderson-Teelucksingh, CGI DBH program alum and Kat Vasquez for a conversation about the role of marketing in behavioral healthcare. The conversation explores the unique challenges behavioral health professionals face when promoting their services, the importance of visibility and accessibility, and practical ways organizations can improve their messaging without losing sight of their mission. By reframing marketing as an extension of care, this episode shows how thoughtful communication can support stronger patient engagement, better access, and more meaningful health outcomes.About the Podcast Guests:Dr. Brandy K. Biglow, DBH, LMHC, CCTP, CIMHP, CGI DBH program alumna, is the CEO and co-founder of Renovation Integrative Health, LLC. She has served as a mental health professional for 12 years, where she has supported others in her role as a counselor, clinical supervisor, and licensed clinical program manager. She is a burnout expert, a licensed mental health counselor and supervisor for mental health and marriage and family therapists in Florida, a certified clinical trauma professional, a certified integrated mental health practitioner, a certified individual coach, and a certified group coach. Dr. Brandy uses an integrative health approach infused with humor, empathy, and current information from research (anecdotal and qualitative). Prior to her career in mental health, she educated and supported students as a certified K-12 Exceptional Education teacher for 10 years. Brandy is passionate about her work: supporting people on their journey to design a life of harmony, continuing to establish to status and significance of Doctors of Behavioral Health in the United States and globally, and advancing the model of integrated behavioral health. Her long-term goals are to open an integrative health clinic.Dr. Jeremy Henderson-Teelucksingh, DBH, LPC/MHSP, LCMHC, NCC, CCMHC, CGI DBH program alum, is a counselor, leadership and management coach, and corporate and community human relations consultant. As a counselor, Jeremy works with adults (individuals, couples, and families) who experience PTSD/trauma, abuse in the context of family relationships, anger, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety, relationship issues, and more. Jeremy also works with the LGBTGEQIAP+ community (teens and adults) and is an “out” counselor with a history of diversity, equality, inclusion, and belonging advocacy. Jeremy approaches counseling from a multicultural and social justice viewpoint and has lived and worked in many US states and countries, which Jeremy draws from to understand the client's unique experience.Kat Vazquez, is a brand strategist and Marketing Director with a passion for turning powerful ideas into compelling stories that move people to action. As Director of Marketing at Renovation Integrative Health and Owner/Director of First Impressions Studios, she operates at the intersection of brand strategy, content marketing, and video production. She helps visionary leaders clarify their message, build their audience, and grow their impact. Kat brings a multi-platform fluency to every engagement, drawing on frameworks from StoryBrand by Donald Miller, Alex Cattoni, Rachel Pedersen, and Chris Do to craft campaigns that convert. Whether she's developing a full brand strategy, leading a multi-day production, or building a launch sequence from scratch, her work starts with one truth: you can have the best offer in the world, but if the right people don't hear it in a way that moves them, it doesn't matter. When she's not crafting strategy or behind a camera, Kat is fueled by a love of travel, culture, and the stories she learns and gets to tell through her travels.

The intersection of schizophrenia and an acute mental health crisis typically involves a profound, overwhelming disruption of cognitive processing, emotional stability, and grasp on reality. During these periods, symptoms of the disorder such as hallucinations or delusions frequently intensify, leaving someone unable to distinguish internal psychiatric distress from the external reality. This internal chaos is often compounded by severe agitation, a sudden withdrawal from social support systems, or a complete breakdown in the ability to communicate, which can rapidly escalate into a dangerous medical and social emergency. Helping a family member experiencing a mental health crisis is an incredibly stressful and frightening situation. Safety, both yours and theirs, is the immediate priority. In this episode, host Rachel Star Withers, a diagnosed schizophrenic, and co-host Gabe Howard discuss how to navigate an active schizophrenia mental health crisis while prioritizing safety for everyone involved. Guest Touray Beaton, Jr., director of emergency and community based services with the South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, joins. He breaks down how the South Carolina Mental Health Mobile Crisis responds so you can know what to expect. Touray Beaton, Jr. is the Director of Emergency and Community Based Services for the Coastal Empire Community Mental Health Center South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (Website: https://bhdd.sc.gov/office-mental-health/services/mobile-services/mobile-crisis) BHDD Office of Mental Health Mobile Crisis clinicians provide 24/7/365 day community-based crisis response anywhere in South Carolina. Our goal is to provide patients throughout the state with immediate access to crisis services and the most appropriate level of care. Our experienced and highly trained master's level clinicians work directly with local mental health centers, law enforcement, emergency service centers, and community providers to help address the crisis situation and to stabilize individuals who may be experiencing a mental health crisis. Our host, Rachel Star Withers, (Link: www.rachelstarlive.com) is an entertainer, international speaker, video producer, and schizophrenic. She has appeared on MTV's Ridiculousness, TruTV, NBC's America's Got Talent, Marvel's Black Panther, TUBI's #shockfight, Goliath: Playing with Reality, and is the host of the HealthLine podcast “Inside Schizophrenia”. She grew up seeing monsters, hearing people in the walls, and having intense urges to hurt herself. Rachel creates videos documenting her schizophrenia, ways to manage, and letting others like her know they are not alone and can still live an amazing life. She has created a kid's mental health comic line, The Adventures of ____. (Learn more at this link: https://www.amazon.com/Adventures-Fearless-Unstoppable-Light-Ambitious/dp/B0FHWK4ZHS ) Fun Fact: She has wrestled alligators. Our cohost, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. He also hosts the twice Webby honored podcast, Inside Bipolar, with Dr. Nicole Washington. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For families seeking behavioral health care for their child, the process can feel confusing, disjointed, or even scary. When diving into the planning process for the Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services' Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health, the team approached each design decision with a different goal: creating an experience rooted in clarity, connection, and comfort from the moment families arrive.Melanie Baumhover, BWBR Principal, Director, and Behavioral + Mental Health Market Leader, joined us to discuss the recently completed project and how its “no wrong door” model is improving access to care for families in Michigan and beyond. If you like what we are doing with our podcasts please subscribe and leave us a review!You can also connect with us on any of our social media sites!https://www.facebook.com/BWBRsolutionshttps://twitter.com/BWBRhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/bwbr-architects/https://www.bwbr.com/side-of-design-podcast/

Members of the Community Safety Department's Behavioral Health Response Team (BHRT) visit Talk City to discuss their passion for the job, plus how they prepare, train, and seek to help residents during a mental health crisis. These BHRT members highlight the work of their entire division and how they provide alternative responses and care for our residents in distress.

In this episode, Chris Santarsiero, Vice President of Government Affairs at Connections Health Solutions, discusses the policy, reimbursement, and community partnerships needed to expand access to behavioral health crisis care. He also shares how crisis stabilization centers, the 988 Lifeline, and coordinated care models are improving outcomes while reducing pressure on hospitals, law enforcement, and the broader healthcare system.

Behavioral health services continue to face heightened payer scrutiny. The result: inaccurate documentation, coding, and compliance issues.Panacea Healthcare recently hosted a webinar that focused on three high-risk areas: relative to Behavioral Health–telehealth, psychotherapy with evaluation and management (E&M) services, and the Collaborative Care Model (CoCM).Special guest George Kelly is expected to summarize these issues while outlining the common compliance pitfalls, documentation requirements, coding best practices, and audit risks associated with each service.Broadcast segments will also include these instantly recognizable features:• Monday Rounds: Ronald Hirsch, MD, vice president of R1 RCM, will be making his Monday Rounds.• The RAC Report: Healthcare attorney Knicole Emanuel, partner at the law firm of Nelson Mullins, will report the latest news about auditors.• Risky Business: Healthcare attorney David Glaser, shareholder in the law offices of Fredrikson & Byron, will join the broadcast with his trademark segment.• Legislative Update: Adam Brenman, legislative affairs analyst for Zelis, will report on current healthcare legislation.

Hayley Winterberg grew up in a family dynamic that afforded her a 'perfect ACEs score', as she shares tongue-in-cheek. It's this sense of humor that helped Hayley tap into her resilience, and eventually, helped her press into post-traumatic growth. But Hayley also points to protective factors in her childhood, too - a grandfather that took her to church every week, a father that encouraged her to get a solid education, opportunities to get involved in projects that focus on equity and meaningful change. Hayley learned young that people can harm; she also learned young that people can be pretty amazing. Hayley also learned how to overachieve - a trauma response that has its superpowers and its pitfalls. On the positive side, Hayley's achiever helped her earn two Master's degrees, buy a home as a single mom, build a career that's included healthcare system transformation, policy development, public advocacy, and today, the role of Chief Housing Officer at HOM. On the less positive side, Hayley has had to learn to observe patterns and behaviors that expose her tendency toward workaholism. She shares her personal and professional journey with candor and lightheartedness. We invite you to listen in.To connect with Hayley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayleywinterberg/To learn more about HOM: https://www.hominc.com/our-why/

https://youtu.be/xzbBFO95Zyw?si=1Cx8taXFPtTYaWyN Behavioral health is essential to whole-person care, but obstacles include fragmented systems, rising costs, and paperwork burden. On this episode of HMA Vital Viewpoints on Healthcare, HMA Principal Alyssa Lord, former Secretary of Maryland’s Behavioral Health Administration, discusses how behavioral health integration and program integrity can work hand in hand to improve care. Alyssa shares practical strategies for building more connected, effective, and sustainable behavioral health systems by supporting Medicaid innovation that reduces administrative burden while strengthening accountability.

Send us Fan MailBehavioral health is no longer a "nice to have"—it's an essential part of delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.In this episode of Medical Money Matters, Jill Arena welcomes healthcare executive and behavioral health expert Ed Speedling (MSW, MHA, FACHE), President of ES Healthcare Consulting. Drawing on decades of leadership experience, Ed shares why integrating behavioral health into primary care is one of the most important opportunities facing medical practices today.Together, Jill and Ed discuss the practical steps practices can take to embed behavioral health services, improve patient outcomes, strengthen care teams, and create a more sustainable model of care. Whether you're in private practice, leading a medical group, or planning for the future of healthcare delivery, this conversation offers valuable insights into treating the whole patient while building a healthier practice.You can reach Ed via LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ed-speedling-msw-mha-fache/ or via email at: info@eshealthcareconsulting.com His website can be found at: https://eshealthcareconsulting.com/Please Follow or Subscribe to get new episodes delivered to you as soon as they drop! Visit Jill's company, Health e Practices' website: https://healtheps.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter, Health e Connections: https://share.hsforms.com/1FMup6xLPSpeA8hB77caYQwd32sx?hsCtaAttrib=171926995377 Want more formal learning? Check out Jill's newly released course: Physician's Edge: Mastering Business & Finance in Your Medical Practice. 32.5 hours of online, on-demand CME-accredited training tailored just for busy physicians. Promo pricing available now: https://education.healtheps.com/offers/Ry3zfLYp/checkout?coupon_code=PHYSEDGE3000  Purchase your copy of Jill's book here: Physician Heal Thy Financial Self Join our Medical Money Matters Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3834886643404507/ Original Musical Score by: Craig Addy at https://www.underthepiano.ca/ Visit Craig's website to book your Once in a Lifetime music experience Podcast coaching and development by: Jennifer Furlong, CEO, Communication Twenty-Four Seven https://www.communicationtwentyfourseven.com/    

How Array is Connecting Behavioral Health Experiences Hosts Jared Johnson and Zain Ismail talk to Shannon Werb, CEO of Array Behavioral Care, who describe what the digital entry points for mental health look like today, the downsides of investing so heavily in digital access, and what it takes to make virtual mental health actually feel personalized and trustworthy for patients.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about Oura and Resmed's new partnership. How are they creating a ""wearables to care"" strategy, and how can health become more preventive as more consumer devices become entry points to care? Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Mental health crises are among the most challenging incidents law enforcement agencies face. Whether it's a barricaded subject, a hostage situation or a person in severe emotional distress, negotiators and commanders often have to make critical decisions with limited information and high stakes. To help agencies navigate those situations, the National Tactical Officers Association recently released guidance on integrating behavioral health advisors into crisis negotiation teams. In this week's episode of the Policing Matters podcast, host Jim Dudley sits down with NTOA Executive Director Thor Eells to discuss the new policy and the role behavioral health advisors can play during critical incidents. Eells explains how these specialists can help negotiators better understand behavior, assess risk and shape communication strategies while supporting commanders with real-time insights that may improve decision-making and help preserve life. Click here for more information on the NTOA. Police1 related content When patrol becomes the hostage rescue team ‘Time is your biggest tactic': ‘Shots Fired' podcast details lessons from Bakersfield hostage standoff A day in the life of a San Francisco Police Department hostage negotiator Barricaded suspect response: What's the rush? Enhancing patrol response to barricaded subjects: A three-step strategy About our sponsor American Military University supports law enforcement professionals with flexible online programs designed around the demands of the job. Whether you're looking to grow your own career or support the development of your officers, the Everyday Heroes Grant provides eligible first responders and their families with a 20% tuition grant. Students may also be eligible to transfer up to 45 credits for academy training, prior education, and professional experience, helping them start ahead and finish sooner. Learn more at PublicSafetyAtAMU.com.

Housing changes everything, and nobody knows that better than Christine Frederick. The CEO of The Lord's Place in Palm Beach County joins RWorld Talk host Chris Krzemien for a conversation about impact, outcomes, and the very real role that Realtors® play in building stronger communities.The Lord's Place has spent decades developing a model that works. With a 96 percent success rate for clients who do not return to homelessness, the organization proves that when the right services surround the right people, lives shift in lasting ways. Christine walks through what that looks like in practice, from outreach and dignified meals at Cafe Joshua to employment support, behavioral health services, and transitional housing that creates a true pathway forward.The stories in this episode are the kind that stay with you. A woman managing a late-stage cancer diagnosis who now lives peacefully and independently in her own apartment. A young man who spent time on a Lord's Place family campus and is now a college student at FAU. These are the outcomes the community is creating together.Realtors® listening to this episode will find plenty of practical takeaways, including how they can bridge the gap between landlords and nonprofits, what master leasing actually looks like, and why being an ambassador in this space starts with a single conversation.We Covered:➡️ Why affordable housing impacts far more people than most realize➡️ The connection between rising housing costs and homelessness➡️ The challenges facing working families in South Florida➡️ How organizations like The Lord's Place help people regain stability➡️ What Realtors® and community members can do to make a difference➡️ Why housing is the foundation for long-term success➡️ and more…Learn more about The Lord's Place and discover ways to get involved in helping individuals and families build a path forward: https://thelordsplace.org/Chapters:00:00 Welcome and Meet Christine Frederick, CEO of The Lord's Place02:29 Who They Serve and How the Lord's Place Achieves a 96% Success Rate07:18 Behind the Scenes: Wraparound Services That Actually End Homelessness09:25 Breaking the Biggest Misconceptions About Homelessness16:13 Real Stories: From the Streets to Stability24:20 Palm Beach Reality Check: Elderly, Behavioral Health, and the Affordability Gap32:14 How Realtors® Can Be Ambassadors, Master Leasing, and Shifting the Section 8 Stigma39:50 The One Commitment Challenge for Every Realtor in South FloridaFOLLOW US:Instagram: @rworldtalkLinkedIn: @rworldtalkpodcastWebsite: https://rworld.com/LISTEN ON AUDIO:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6TFUYs7cTWw539wUD7aLkE?si=79cdc73ede2f4828Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rworld-talk-south-florida-real-estate/id1671206655#RealEstate #SouthFlorida #Housing #AffordableHousing #TheLordsPlace #RWorldTalk #Community #Realtor

In this episode of Inside Deschutes County, Gary Costa and Jesse Kratz from Behavioral Health join Jeff Pickens from Community Justice to discuss their collaborative approach to supporting people on parole and probation.  Learn how this partnership connects clients with behavioral health services, improves outcomes and strengthens public safety through coordinated care.

Send us Fan MailShow NotesWhat happens when the systems designed to help people with serious mental illness become the very barriers preventing care?In Part 2 of this important conversation, Tony Mantor welcomes Dr. Aaron Meyer and Anne Marie Council for a candid discussion about the failures and possibilities within America's mental health system. Together, they explore why so many individuals spend years cycling through emergency rooms, jails, homelessness, and crisis without ever receiving the long-term treatment they truly need.The conversation examines the gap between policy and practice, the importance of housing with wraparound support, and why accountability—not simply creating more laws—may be the key to meaningful change.This episode challenges listeners to rethink assumptions about involuntary treatment, homelessness, public safety, and compassion while offering practical ways communities can advocate for a better behavioral health system.If you've ever wondered why so many people fall through the cracks, this conversation provides insight, hope, and a call to action. In This EpisodeWhy the "10-year loop" delays treatment for countless people living with serious mental illnessHow emergency rooms and jails have become default mental health providersThe importance of continuous support instead of one-time stabilizationWhy existing mental health laws are often not fully implementedThe need for more psychiatric beds and comprehensive treatment optionsHow housing combined with wraparound services can change livesThe role families and caregivers play in advocating for better careWhy stigma continues to prevent people from receiving helpThe importance of investigative journalism and public accountabilityPractical ways listeners can become advocates for change in their own communitiesWhy empathy and person-centered care must become the foundation of mental health policyKey TakeawaySerious mental illness is not a moral failing or a criminal issue—it is a healthcare issue. Until communities invest in accessible treatment, supportive housing, and systems that prioritize people over bureaucracy, too many individuals will continue cycling through crisis instead of recovery.Connect with Why Not Me?If this conversation resonated with you, please follow, rate, and share the podcast. Every listener helps expand understanding, reduce stigma, and create meaningful conversations about autism and mental health around the world.https://tonymantor.comhttps://Facebook.com/tonymantorhttps://instagram.com/tonymantorhttps://twitter.com/tonymantorhttps://youtube.com/tonymantormusicintro/outro music bed written by T. WildWhy Not Me the World music published by Mantor Music (BMI)

One in five Americans lives with a mental health condition. Employee assistance programs have existed since the 1940s. And the field is now entering a third wave — one that asks not just how to help workers after they are struggling, but how to build workplaces where fewer people reach that point. On today's episode of America's Work Force Union Podcast, Carelon Behavioral Health Medical Director Brian Keefe traces the full history of EAPs from their origins in labor-management alcoholism programs to today's proactive whole-person model. He also addresses the fast-growing behavioral addiction crisis around legalized sports gambling and introduces Carelon's Workforce Mental Health Complete — a partnership with Lyra Health that uses AI-assisted matching to connect employees with a compatible licensed provider within a day or two, while also addressing social determinants of health, financial counseling, caregiver support and critical incident response under a single integrated platform. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988. Visit carelonbehavioralhealth.com to learn more.

In this repurposed episode of BS Free MD, Dr. May Hindmarsh shares a powerful conversation with Steve Feldman, CEO of Feinberg Consulting, whose personal journey from addiction to more than three decades of sobriety transformed his life's mission. After achieving sobriety in 1992, Steve dedicated his career to helping individuals and families navigate addiction, mental health crises, and the complex road to lasting recovery. Together, they have a candid, stigma-free conversation about substance use disorders, emotional pain, family dynamics, treatment misconceptions, and what true recovery actually requires. Steve offers a deeply human perspective on why addiction is not a moral failure, why the right support system matters, and how individuals can rebuild meaningful, purpose-driven lives. Whether you're a healthcare professional, someone navigating your own recovery journey, or supporting a loved one through addiction or mental health struggles, this episode offers hope, compassion, and practical insight into healing. In This Episode, You'll Learn: How Steve Feldman's personal experience with addiction shaped his work in recovery and advocacy Why addiction should be viewed through a lens of compassion rather than shame The connection between mental health challenges, trauma, and substance use Common barriers that prevent people from seeking help What families can do when supporting a loved one experiencing addiction Why individualized treatment and long-term support are essential to sustainable recovery How purpose, accountability, and connection play a major role in healing About Steve Feldman Steve Feldman is the CEO of Feinberg Consulting, a recovery support and behavioral healthcare consulting organization that helps individuals and families facing addiction, mental health, and complex healthcare crises. Drawing from his own sobriety journey that began in 1992, Steve has spent decades helping people find the right path to recovery and reclaim their lives. Connect with Steve Feldman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-feldman-1a501825  

Most behavioral health marketers are talking to patients in a language patients don't speak, and it's costing them admissions. On Ignite, host Ashley Petrochenko, Cardinal's VP of Brand Marketing, sits down with Jennifer Munoz-Callahan, VP of Digital Performance at Promises Behavioral Health, to explore how behavioral science can transform the way healthcare organizations connect with patients. Drawing from her experience in behavioral health and her personal connection to the space, Jennifer shares why understanding patient fears, motivations, and decision-making is critical to driving meaningful growth. You'll walk away knowing: Why patients are the toughest persona to convert and how to actually reach them How speed-to-call and admissions team alignment directly impact patient acquisition What retention marketing looks like after a patient leaves your facility Why plain language outperforms clinical terminology every time If behavioral health marketing is part of your world, this conversation will change how you approach every message you send. RELATED RESOURCES Connect with Jennifer - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-munoz-callahan/ The Key Behavioral Health Marketing Trends Shaping 2026 - https://www.cardinaldigitalmarketing.com/healthcare-resources/blog/mental-behavioral-health-trends-2026/ What is a Patient Journey? Examples to Grow Your Practice - https://www.cardinaldigitalmarketing.com/healthcare-resources/blog/what-is-a-patient-journey-grow-your-practice/ Marketing + Operations: Why Total Alignment is Vital to Growth - https://www.cardinaldigitalmarketing.com/healthcare-resources/blog/healthcare-marketing-operations-alignment/ How to Build a Full-Funnel Healthcare Marketing Strategy - https://www.cardinaldigitalmarketing.com/healthcare-resources/blog/healthcare-full-funnel-marketing-strategy/

What if educating your people so well that they could leave was exactly the point? At Your Health, that's not a risk to manage — it's the philosophy that built an entire learning ecosystem. In this episode, Jamie talks with Aubrey Wall, who came to Your Health from a background in education and now leads Your Health University, the organization's learning management system and continuous-development engine. Aubrey brings an educator's eye to a fast-evolving healthcare environment, where best practice changes by the day and meeting patients where they are demands that staff never stop learning. Here's what you'll hear: Why a healthcare company runs 12-month, Department of Labor–registered apprenticeships — including programs in management, value-based care, population health, and hospice aide preparation How gamification is being built into nurse instruction (straight from Aubrey's dissertation research) The difference between Your Health University (your classroom) and the Hub (your resource library) How LinkedIn Learning delivered roughly $4.2 million in CEUs to staff last year Meeting Leah — the new AI assistant that helps employees find exactly the right course If you've ever believed growing your people is a cost rather than the whole point, this conversation will change how you think. Press play, then go ask Leah a question. www.YourHealth.Org

What does support really mean for caregivers? In this episode, Lauren sits down with Emily Killian, a PhD candidate in Community and Behavioral Health at the University of Iowa, to discuss her research on caregivers of people living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Emily shares how her interest in aging and caregiving led her to study social support networks, particularly among caregivers in rural communities. The conversation explores the realities of caregiving, the unique challenges faced by rural families, and why traditional measures of social support may not fully capture caregivers' experiences. Emily also explains how researchers use cognitive interviewing to improve survey tools and ensure that the voices of caregivers are reflected in public health research. Whether you have experience caring for a loved one, work in healthcare, or are simply interested in how research shapes public health programs and policy, this episode offers valuable insights into the importance of listening to the people most affected by the issues we study. A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/plugged-in-to-public-health-supporting-rural-dementia-caregivers/ Have a question for our podcast crew or an idea for an episode? You can email them at CPH-GradAmbassador@uiowa.edu You can also support Plugged in to Public Health by sharing this episode and others with your friends, colleagues, and social networks. #publichealth #healthcare #communityhealth #behavioralhealth #caregivers #dementia #alzheimersdisease #research #support #iowacity

How does a program built around relationships, adventure, and the outdoors evolve over ten years while staying true to its mission? In this episode, Will sits down with Foster Post, co-founder of Confluence Behavioral Health, as the Vermont-based program celebrates its 10th anniversary. Foster shares his journey into outdoor mental health treatment and reflects on the lessons learned from building a small, owner-operated program during a time of unprecedented change. From its early years featuring multi-day wilderness expeditions to its current model serving young adults through residential treatment, adventure-based programming, and community engagement, Confluence has continually adapted while staying true to its core belief in the healing power of relationships and the outdoors. Foster and Will also explore the changing needs of young adults, including rising anxiety, social isolation, self-doubt, and the impact of technology on mental health. Together, they discuss how outdoor behavioral healthcare is evolving, why community and experiential learning remain essential for growth, and what the future may hold for nature-based treatment programs. This conversation offers valuable insights for parents, clinicians, educational consultants, and anyone interested in young adult mental health, outdoor therapy, and the future of behavioral healthcare. This podcast is supported by White Mountain Adventure Institute (wmai.org), offering adventure inspired retreats and coaching facilitated by Will White.

Amy Stewart, MSN, RN, DNS-MT, QCP-MT, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, and Michelle Stuercke, RN, MSN, DNP, MPA, LNHA, QCP, chief clinical officer with TCM consulting and management, discuss how to manage behavioral health issues in the nursing home.

In today's episode, we sit down with Dr. Rachel Pappert Docekal to explore the neuroscience, social influences, and behavioral patterns driving addiction in today's world. As the CEO of Hanley Foundation, Dr. Docekal is leading efforts to prevent substance misuse through education, advocacy, treatment access, and recovery support.  Join us as Dr. Docekal shares her vision for addressing addiction at its roots and explains why prevention may be one of the most powerful tools we have in combating substance use disorders… Hit play to find out: How addiction affects the brain and influences human behavior. Why prevention and early intervention are critical in reducing substance abuse. The ways that social media can contribute to addiction trends today. How loneliness, technology, and modern lifestyles may increase vulnerability to addiction. Dr. Docekal holds a Bachelor of Arts from Chatham College, a Master of Business Administration from the Katz Graduate School of Business at the University of Pittsburgh, and a Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University. In addition to her role at Hanley Foundation, she founded the Lyrae Group, a consulting firm focused on philanthropy, where she served as Managing Director until 2023.  Connect with Dr. Docekal: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn X Hanley Foundation Website

Dr. Julie Radlauer joins Something For Everybody this week. Dr. Julie is a leading expert in behavioral health, international keynote speaker, founder of Collectively, a TEDx speaker, and a best-selling author of CONNECT.  Dr. Julie shares her perspectives on mental health, resilience, social influences, and how to build a supportive community. She discusses practical tools for improving mental well-being, the importance of authenticity, and how young people can navigate life's challenges with confidence. -

Most people don't fear change itself — they fear the moment before they know if they're going to be okay. And according to Dr. Jimmie Williamson, that gap between uncertainty and clarity is where organizations either hold their people together or quietly lose them. In this episode of Your Health University, Jamie sits down with Dr. Jimmie Williamson, Chief Behavioral Health Officer at Your Health, in the middle of a real organizational merger — making this conversation as timely and personal as it gets. Dr. Williamson draws on decades of clinical experience, behavioral health expertise, and his own career pivots (including leaving a 28-year career to step into healthcare) to walk us through what change actually does to the human brain and body — and what it takes to move through it well. Key topics include: Why even positive change triggers a physiological threat response — and what science says is actually happening in your brain The five stages of change people move through (shock, resistance, exploration, and beyond) and why getting stuck isn't a character flaw Dr. David Rock's SCARF model — the five psychological domains (Status, Certainty, Autonomy, Relatedness, Fairness) that determine whether people feel safe or threatened during transitions What leaders most commonly get wrong when communicating change — and the one mistake that always creates a narrative vacuum Why insecurity in leadership is more dangerous than the change itself The one self-care practice you can start today if you're feeling the weight of uncertainty Change is positive. It is good. And it is inevitable. This episode will help you believe that — and act like it. www.YourHealth.Org

In this episode, Melissa Brule, Director of Behavioral Health and Specialty Services at Elliot Health System, shares how her team transformed outpatient behavioral health access through a “no wrong door” intake model, rapid clinical assessments, and patient navigation support. She discusses the importance of matching patients to the right level of care, reducing barriers to treatment, and building a more coordinated, patient-centered behavioral health experience.

SummaryJoin Sean Weiss as he discusses behavioral health coding, billing, and the current challenges faced by providers with expert Sonda Kunzi. Explore topics like reimbursement issues, telehealth, and regulatory complexities in behavioral health care.Key TopicsBehavioral health reimbursement challengesTelehealth regulations and complianceImpact of COVID-19 on behavioral health services

Send us Fan MailWe sit down with Virginia State Senator Creigh Deeds to talk about how personal loss turns into a long-term push for mental health reform that actually survives the news cycle. We focus on what legislation can change, what funding really buys, and why the mental health workforce crisis is the wall every good idea hits. • his path from rural public service to mental health advocacy after his son's diagnosis and death • why he builds a legislator-led commission so reforms do not die on a shelf • taking lawmakers into hospitals, crisis units, and schools to see gaps firsthand • expanding community mental health services statewide through budget-driven mandates • investing in long-term supportive housing as a stability tool for serious mental illness • assisted outpatient treatment limits when there are not enough clinicians to deliver care • loan forgiveness, residency expansion, and pay increases to strengthen the behavioral health workforce pipeline • handling constituent calls and the emotional weight families carry when the system fails • the mental health and criminal justice intersection, including CIT training and Marcus Alert • normalizing mental health care as health care and reducing stigma so people get help earlier If you know someone who has a story to share, tell them to contact us at why notme.world. One last thing spread the word about why not me.https://tonymantor.comhttps://Facebook.com/tonymantorhttps://instagram.com/tonymantorhttps://twitter.com/tonymantorhttps://youtube.com/tonymantormusicintro/outro music bed written by T. WildWhy Not Me the World music published by Mantor Music (BMI)