Every day and in communities across the country, we are fighting to connect more people to the mental health and substance use treatment they deserve. 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.
We drive policy, social and practice changes that use integrated health as a proven solution to closing the mortality gap and expanding access to comprehensive, coordinated care.
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We must address the persistent health disparities rooted in systemic racism to improve individual and community health.
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We provide dynamic programming to build public health’s capacity for addressing mental health and substance use challenges.
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Our work focuses on the development of business, leadership, management and other needed skills with the aim of making their practice more impactful, efficient, effective and sustainable.
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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.
Read moreNearly every study I’ve seen for the past two years shows an increase in the demand for mental health treatment. We have the COVID-19 pandemic to thank for that.Studies also show that many people have difficulty getting the treatment they need. We have barriers to access to thank for that.If…
I was sitting in a classroom, taking a Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course, when I heard something that made everything around me stop: “Contrary to popular belief, talking about suicide doesn’t encourage or lead someone to take action; rather, it reduces the risk.” This lifesaving…