Our Work

On behalf of our more than 3,400 members and the millions of people they serve, we are fighting for a stronger, better-funded, more integrated approach to mental health and substance use care. 

Consulting

The National Council for Mental Wellbeing Consulting Team is your partner in change and committed to supporting excellence across the field.

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  • Focus Areas

    Follow our work in the news; learn more about our virtual and in-person events; and visit our blog to gain insight into the state of the field, new treatment trends and opportunities for organizational excellence.

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    • Mental Health First Aid

    Mental Health First Aid is an evidence-based training program that teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges.

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    Public Policy

    We advocate for federal and state funding, new and innovative care delivery and payment models, and a strong mental health and substance use treatment workforce.

    Public Policy
    • Driving Quality Through the CCBHC Model
      Mar 1 – Jun 30

      CCBHCs face growing clinical quality reporting requirements, but compliance alone isn’t enough. This learning series will help leaders turn quality measures into a meaningful tool for improving care, outcomes and operations. Through peer learning, practical tools, real-world examples and optional 1:1 coaching, participants will: Learn how to embed quality measures…

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    • Building a Licensed Workforce: Organizational Support for Clinical Licensure
      Mar 5, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

      54% of people who earn master’s degrees in mental health face financial, time and regulatory obstacles to clinical licensure that force them to walk away and never become licensed. From evolving state requirements to supervision capacity, workload pressures and burnout, organizations are navigating real challenges in…

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    • From Feedback to Impact: How CCBHCs Can Use Experience Management to Improve Quality and Engagement
      Mar 11, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

      CCBHC leaders are under growing pressure to demonstrate quality, understand patient needs and continuously improve care without adding administrative burden. The right experience management solution can help by providing timely insight into patient and staff experiences, making it easier to respond to concerns and demonstrate impact. Join the National Council…

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