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SUMMARY:Workforce Solutions Jam | The Future of Rural Behavioral Health
DESCRIPTION:Workforce Solutions Jam | The Future of Rural Behavioral Health \n\n\n\nTuesday\, December 16\, 2025 | 10:00 am PT / 11:00 am MT / 12:00 pm CT / 1:00 pm ETEvent Length: One Hour \n\n\n\nThis webinar is hosted as a partnership between the College for Behavioral Health Leadership (CBHL)\, The National Council for Mental Wellbeing\, and Health Management Associates (HMA).  \n\n\n\nAs states and local governments move swiftly to launch efforts under the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP)\, there is an opportunity to elevate the role of behavioral health and lessons learned about the rural behavioral health workforce. Increasing demand and shortages in the workforce are long-standing challenges for rural communities. The RHTP is an opportunity to lean into scalable solutions and to intensify partnerships within the community to meet the need and to spread the workforce. From traditional to non-traditional workforce solutions\, now is the time to identify what works and to scale those nationally. This Jam session will explore lessons learned from across sectors and examine the community partnerships that are building effective strategies.     \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarley Doyle\, MD\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Marley Doyle is an Associate Professor in the University of Nebraska Medical Center Department of Psychiatry and the Director of the Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska (BHECN)\, a state-funded organization whose mission is to recruit and retain a skilled and passionate behavioral health workforce in Nebraska. She is a nationally recognized leader in behavioral health workforce development\, particularly in organizational models.   Clinically\, Dr. Doyle maintains an active practice in women’s reproductive psychiatry and works in UNMC’s Psychiatric Emergency Services.   Dr. Doyle earned her medical degree from Creighton University. She completed her residency in adult psychiatry at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in Chicago\, followed by a fellowship in Women’s Mental Health at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston.  Dr. Doyle is published on a wide range of topics focusing on the behavioral health workforce\, the inclusion of disabilities in medicine\, and reproductive psychiatry. She has won numerous grants\, including $25.5 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and teaching awards\, and is a Gold Humanism Honor Society member.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJennifer Dunn\, LMFT\n\n\n\n\n\nJennifer Dunn is currently serving as the Deputy Assistant Commissioner for Field Operations South.  She previously worked as the Rural Health Agent for the Southwest District of UGA Extension. \n\n\n\nJennifer Dunn is currently serving as the Deputy Assistant Commissioner for Field Operations South.  She previously worked as the Rural Health Agent for the Southwest District of UGA Extension. She earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Child and Family Development from the University of Georgia in 1996 and 2001\, respectively. Jennifer is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist\, a recipient of the Intensive Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Schizophrenia Certification at the Aaron T. Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy in Philadelphia\, a trainer for Mental Health First Aid and QPR (Question\, Persuade and Refer) to assist with Suicide Prevention. \n\n\n\nBefore beginning her position with UGA Extension\, Jennifer worked for the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities for sixteen years\, where she served as the Regional Services Administrator for the twenty-four counties located in the southwestern portion of the state. In her current role\, Jennifer is helping advance the vision and mission of the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities in the Southern part of the state. She also is an advisory Board member for the State Office of Rural Health and the Georgia Farmworker Healthcare Program. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShauna Reitmeier\, MSW\, LICSW\n\n\n\n\n\nShauna Reitmeier has over 25 years of experience in the behavioral healthcare and cognitive disabilities fields. She currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Alluma Inc.\, a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic providing mental health\, substance use disorder\, crisis\, housing and homeless support with adults\, children and families across eight rural and frontier agriculture counties of Northwest Minnesota. She also provides clinical therapy with clients to stay grounded in the work she leads.  She holds her master’s in social work from the University of Michigan\, Ann Arbor.  She currently serves as the President of the National Association of Rural Mental Health and serves on the executive committee for the National Council for Mental Wellbeing Board of Directors.  In addition to her national work\, she also serves on the board of the Minnesota Association of Community Mental Health Programs.  She lives in Crookston MN with her husband\, stepson and her two dogs\, Rebel and Bandit.  Spending time with family\, gardening\, and traveling filles her with joy.    \n\n\n\n\n\nBackground\n\n\n\nThe Workforce Solutions Jam is a monthly webinar to build national momentum and encourage collaboration through the Workforce Solutions Partnership. The partnership is leveraging Collective Impact to address the workforce crisis\, and using a cross-sector approach to address the long-standing challenges for expanding and solidifying the behavioral health workforce. \n\n\n\nThe Workforce Solutions Partnership is the new name for the partnership between the National Council for Mental Wellbeing\, Health Management Associates and the College for Behavioral Health Leadership. The Center for Workforce Solutions continues to operate as an initiative of the National Council.
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/workforce-solutions-jam-the-future-of-rural-behavioral-health/
CATEGORIES:Public,Workforce Solutions Jam
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SUMMARY:CBHL Leadership Community | Leadership in Recovery and Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, December 10\, 2025Theme: Tapping into the Team’s Meaning and Purpose10:00 am PT / 11:00 am MT / 12:00 pm CT / 1:00 pm ETThis event is free for CBHL Members; $10 for non-CBHL members \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a 4-part series kicking off this September for National Recovery Month\, designed especially for leaders and staff working to build more recovery-oriented cultures within their behavioral health organizations. In partnership with Crestwood Recovery Resilient Solutions\, this interactive series titled Leadership in Recovery and Resilience will explore how recovery\, resilience\, and person-centered care can truly shape leadership and organizational practices. \n\n\n\nEach one-hour session will take place on the second Wednesday of the month and offer practical tools\, real-life examples\, and engaging discussions to help bring recovery principles to life—whether through culture change\, leadership strategies\, or integrating peer support into your teams. Each session will focus on a Recovery and Resilience Topic that are important for Leaders to foster as part of their Recovery culture oversight and team inspiration. \n\n\n\n\nSession 1: Inspiring Hope as a Leader / September 10\n\n\n\nSession 2: Leading by Empowering / October 8\n\n\n\nSession 3: Leadership is About Relationship / November 12\n\n\n\nSession 4: Tapping into the Team’s Meaning and Purpose / December 10\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeadership Community Host\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJames RitchieAdministrator at Crestwood Behavioral Health\, Inc \n\n\n\n\n\nJames Ritchie\, Ph.D.\, CMPSS has leveraged his 40 years of lived recovery experience to actively train\, promote\, and support recovery and peer support in California and beyond. James also led the development of 15 county-run prevention and early intervention projects and programs. He has also been certified as an instructor/trainer in several Behavioral Health areas\, including suicide intervention\, prevention\, crisis response\, and Crisis Intervention Team Training for first responders. James is currently the Director of Operations on the Crestwood Recovery Resilience Solutions team and facilitates and coordinates peer support and related training across the State of California and beyond. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is a CBHL Leadership Community? \n\n\n\nCBHL Leadership Communities connect leaders\, organizations\, and systems eager to learn and work across sectors in pursuit of a shared goal.  \n\n\n\nWhat is the purpose of a CBHL Leadership Community? \n\n\n\n\nImprove knowledge and skills of behavioral health leaders through collaboration\, the exchange of ideas\, and professional dialogue.  \n\n\n\nFacilitate informed and collaborative leadership for improved individual\, organizational\, and community outcomes. \n\n\n\nEncourage organic connections among CBHL members through ongoing collaboration around a shared interest.  
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/cbhl-leadership-community-leadership-in-recovery-and-resilience-4/
CATEGORIES:CBHL Leadership Community,Members Only
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SUMMARY:Workforce Solutions Jam | Resilience in Action 2nd Session: Applied Improvisation and Strengthening Relational Responsiveness
DESCRIPTION:Workforce Solutions Jam | Resilience in Action 2nd Session: Applied Improvisation and Strengthening Relational Responsiveness\n\n\n\nTuesday\, November 18\, 2025 | 10:00 am PT / 11:00 am MT / 12:00 pm CT / 1:00 pm ETEvent Length: One Hour \n\n\n\nThis webinar is hosted as a partnership between the College for Behavioral Health Leadership (CBHL)\, The National Council for Mental Wellbeing\, and Health Management Associates (HMA).  \n\n\n\nResilience is important at every level in today’s climate. The BH workforce faces clients in need of increasing resilience. At the same time\, the workforce needs organizational culture and supervision attention to their resilience. In October\, we heard multiple strategies for building resilience. In November’s session\, we will focus on the use of applied improvisation techniques to support communication and techniques for the workforce to engage clients and for leaders to engage the workforce. The interactive session will highlight the Attune-Affirm-Advance framework and identify how each component contributes to responsive and human centered communication. We will also hear additional ideas for how leaders build resilient cultures in times of disruptive change. \n\n\n\nJoin us for the November Workforce Solutions Jam to dive into the use of improv techniques\, practice a new skill\, and have some fun in learning skills for building resilience. Our panelists\, who are industry experts\, will engage participants and provide a demonstration of these new skills. \n\n\n\nWhat you’ll learn: \n\n\n\n\nPrinciples of Applied Improvisation: How applied improvisation including “Yes\, and” can support core communication\, strengthen relationships\, engagement and collaboration in behavioral health.\n\n\n\nExplain and Demonstrate the Attune-Affirm-Advance framework: to enhance communication engagement\n\n\n\nLeadership: Additional ideas on leaders roles in building resilience in the workforce.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSuzanne Daub\, LCSW\, is a leading expert and nationally recognized trainer in integrated healthcare who knows how to help clients design\, scale\, and evaluate behavioral integration into primary care and wellness culture. She is a coach who believes building quality integrated systems of care means committing to the people who deliver the work and empowering service users. She is best known for her leadership style\, which inspires those who serve vulnerable populations to embrace responsibility for transforming the way healthcare is delivered. She is passionate about a “no wrong door” approach to integrated care and works across systems to ensure individuals and families get whole-person\, recovery-oriented services regardless of where they seek help.   \n\n\n\nMs. Daub has more than 30 years of experience in direct patient care\, program administration\, and managed care. For 18 years\, she served as director of behavioral health at a multisite federally qualified health center in Philadelphia where she integrated care using the Behavioral Health Consultation model. She co-founded the largest network of primary care behavioral health providers in the country and was recognized by the Pennsylvania Association of Community Health Centers with the Innovations Award.    \n\n\n\nRead more\nWhen health disparities among people with serious mental illness were recognized\, Ms. Daub brought her integrated care skills to community mental health organizations across the country as a senior integrated care consultant for the National Council for Behavioral Health.  \n\n\n\nImmediately prior to joining HMA\, she was the senior director of integrated care initiatives for UPMC/Community Care Behavioral Health\, Pennsylvania’s largest Medicaid behavioral health managed care organization. She led the scaling of behavioral health homes to 65 organizations serving adolescents\, adults\, and individuals receiving opioid treatment.   \n\n\n\nMs. Daub earned a master’s degree in social work from Smith College School for Social Work and a postgraduate certification in marriage and family therapy. She is published in the area of integrated care workforce development. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association and has an active clinical practice.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarsha Johnson\, LCSW\, is a coach and consultant who believes that when people are supported in realizing their potential\, everything else—programs\, teams\, and community impact—is strengthened. Her work focuses on the intersection of people\, process\, and structure\, helping organizations bring more empathy and purpose into their work. \n\n\n\nMarsha has held leadership roles across nonprofit and for-profit sectors\, from start-ups to established enterprises. She draws on her background in human behavior\, organizational design\, change management and implementation science to help leaders and teams tackle the real\, thorny challenges of crafting effective organizations where people can make meaningful contributions. \n\n\n\nRead more\nBefore launching her consultancy\, Marsha led top-performing teams in public healthcare consulting and served for many years in healthcare organizations in roles ranging from direct service to executive leadership. Her work spanned workforce and leadership development\, community partnerships\, employee engagement\, and care redesign. At the Urban Health Institute at Cooper Health System\, she led initiatives that transformed employee engagement—from the second lowest to the second highest performance across the health system within two years. As Chief Learning Officer at the Camden Coalition for Healthcare Providers\, she developed the RELATE supervision model\, a nationally recognized framework for fostering high-performing interprofessional teams in complex care. \n\n\n\nMarsha earned her master’s in social work from Smith College and is a Certified Facilitator in DiSC® and Five Behaviors® and completed Prosci change management training. Outside of work\, you’ll likely find her in the garden\, planning her next dinner gathering\, or keeping up with her two teenage daughters. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBackground\n\n\n\nThe Workforce Solutions Jam is a monthly webinar to build national momentum and encourage collaboration through the Workforce Solutions Partnership. The partnership is leveraging Collective Impact to address the workforce crisis\, and using a cross-sector approach to address the long-standing challenges for expanding and solidifying the behavioral health workforce. \n\n\n\nThe Workforce Solutions Partnership is the new name for the partnership between the National Council for Mental Wellbeing\, Health Management Associates and the College for Behavioral Health Leadership. The Center for Workforce Solutions continues to operate as an initiative of the National Council.
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/workforce-solutions-jam-november-2025/
CATEGORIES:Public,Workforce Solutions Jam
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SUMMARY:CBHL Leadership Community | Leadership in Recovery and Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, November 12\, 2025Theme: Leadership is About Relationship10:00 am PT / 11:00 am MT / 12:00 pm CT / 1:00 pm ETThis event is for CBHL members. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a 4-part series kicking off this September for National Recovery Month\, designed especially for leaders and staff working to build more recovery-oriented cultures within their behavioral health organizations. In partnership with Crestwood Recovery Resilient Solutions\, this interactive series titled Leadership in Recovery and Resilience will explore how recovery\, resilience\, and person-centered care can truly shape leadership and organizational practices. \n\n\n\nEach one-hour session will take place on the second Wednesday of the month and offer practical tools\, real-life examples\, and engaging discussions to help bring recovery principles to life—whether through culture change\, leadership strategies\, or integrating peer support into your teams. Each session will focus on a Recovery and Resilience Topic that are important for Leaders to foster as part of their Recovery culture oversight and team inspiration. \n\n\n\n\nSession 1: Inspiring Hope as a Leader / September 10\n\n\n\nSession 2: Leading by Empowering / October 8\n\n\n\nSession 3: Leadership is About Relationship / November 12\n\n\n\nSession 4: Tapping into the Team’s Meaning and Purpose / December 10\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeadership Community Host\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJames RitchieAdministrator at Crestwood Behavioral Health\, Inc \n\n\n\n\n\nJames Ritchie\, Ph.D.\, CMPSS has leveraged his 40 years of lived recovery experience to actively train\, promote\, and support recovery and peer support in California and beyond. James also led the development of 15 county-run prevention and early intervention projects and programs. He has also been certified as an instructor/trainer in several Behavioral Health areas\, including suicide intervention\, prevention\, crisis response\, and Crisis Intervention Team Training for first responders. James is currently the Director of Operations on the Crestwood Recovery Resilience Solutions team and facilitates and coordinates peer support and related training across the State of California and beyond. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is a CBHL Leadership Community? \n\n\n\nCBHL Leadership Communities connect leaders\, organizations\, and systems eager to learn and work across sectors in pursuit of a shared goal.  \n\n\n\nWhat is the purpose of a CBHL Leadership Community? \n\n\n\n\nImprove knowledge and skills of behavioral health leaders through collaboration\, the exchange of ideas\, and professional dialogue.  \n\n\n\nFacilitate informed and collaborative leadership for improved individual\, organizational\, and community outcomes. \n\n\n\nEncourage organic connections among CBHL members through ongoing collaboration around a shared interest.  
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/cbhl-leadership-community-leadership-in-recovery-and-resilience-3/
CATEGORIES:CBHL Leadership Community,Members Only
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CREATED:20251023T154545Z
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SUMMARY:The Clubhouse Model in Action: Global Perspective and Local Impact
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, November 4th\, 2025\n\n\n\n10:00 am PT / 11:00 am MT / 12:00 pm CT / 1:00 pm ET \n\n\n\nThis event is open to all! \n\n\n\n\nLearn More & Register\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the College for Behavioral Health Leadership (CBHL) for a special panel discussion exploring the Clubhouse model—a community-based\, recovery-oriented approach that supports individuals living with mental illness through peer connection\, meaningful work\, and lifelong opportunity. Increasingly recognized worldwide\, the model strengthens local systems of care by offering an evidence-based\, person-centered pathway to engagement and recovery. \n\n\n\nThis one-hour webinar will feature diverse voices from across the Clubhouse International network\, including: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to the Clubhouse model and its global standards\n\n\n\nFirsthand perspectives from Clubhouse members and leaders on the impact of the model\n\n\n\nLived experience perspectives\, including Coalition building and sharing implementation lessons\n\n\n\n\nThis interactive panel will equip attendees with a deeper understanding of how the Clubhouse model can complement behavioral health services and expand access to recovery-oriented care. \n\n\n\nThis webinar is free for CBHL members and $10 for non-members. It is open to all leaders\, providers\, and partners interested in innovative models to strengthen behavioral health systems. A recording will be shared with all registrants. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet the Speakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSarah DeSouza Brown \n\n\n\nProgram Officer\, Clubhouse International \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nSarah DeSouza Brown is a Program Officer at Clubhouse International\, with over a decade of experience in the Clubhouse Model of psychosocial rehabilitation. Previously\, she worked at Genesis Club in Massachusetts\, one of the 12 Clubhouse International Training Centers. Sarah is passionate about advancing the mission of ending social and economic isolation for people with mental illness by supporting the growth and quality of Clubhouse programs worldwide. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTristan Chirico \n\n\n\nTraining Director\, Fountain House \n\n\n\n\n\nTristan Chirico is the Training Director at Fountain House. Fountain House is one of 12 Clubhouse International Training Centers\, providing education on the model to programs from around the world. Before taking on this role\, Tristan worked for over four years as a social practitioner on the Education Unit. Prior to entering the mental health field\, he spent half a decade teaching theater and philosophy to high school students. Tristan earned an MA in Psychology and Education from Columbia University Teachers College\, and received his MSW from The Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College. He is grateful to be able to spend is days working in a clubhouse and sharing knowledge about this transformative vision of supporting mental health through intentional community.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMichael Hamlin \n\n\n\nClubhouse Ohio Coalition Staff\, Magnolia Clubhouse \n\n\n\n\n\nMichael Hamlin entered the Clubhouse world in 2005 as a member of Fountain House in New York City. Inspired and supported to take advantage of the many opportunities for growth\, he became immersed in the Clubhouse model and its history and has developed and facilitated Clubhouse training discussions all over the world. Michael has also been a member of the Clubhouse International Faculty and Advisory Council since 2015 and recently graduated Summa Cum Laude from CUNY City College with a bachelor’s degree in Sociology. He is currently working as Technical Assistance staff with Magnolia Clubhouse in Cleveland and the Clubhouse Ohio coalition to develop accredited Clubhouses across the state. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMegan “MC” Williams \n\n\n\nCommunity Trainer\, Fountain House NYC \n\n\n\n\n\nMegan “MC” Williams has been working in the clubhouse world for ten years. She began working for Fountain House in 2015 and currently works as a Community Trainer with Fountain House in NYC. She has 10 years of experience working in the clubhouse world and has worked as a Social Practitioner in several units around the clubhouse. Throughout her time in the units\, she developed a passion for learning more about this holistic approach to mental health and community based treatment. \n\n\n\nMC has a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from a Russell Sage college in Troy\, NY and a Masters in Social Work with a specialization in Addictions from Rutgers State University of Newark and is a Licensed Social Worker. MC has a passion for rehabilitation\, therapeutic communities\, and the clubhouse as well teaching\, training\, and helping others tap into their best selves. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPanel Moderator\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVictor Armstrong\, MSW \n\n\n\nVice President for Health Equity and Engagement\, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention \n\n\n\nCBHL Board Member \n\n\n\n\n\nVictor Armstrong serves as Vice President for Health Equity and Engagement with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. In addition\, he is the National Director of Soul Shop for Black Churches\, a workshop that teaches faith leaders how to minister to congregants that may be dealing with suicidal desperation. Victor previously served as Chief Health Equity Officer for North Carolina Department of Health & Human Services\, with responsibility for leading the overarching strategy and operational goals to promote health equity\, diversity\, and inclusion across all the agency’s health and human services. Victor has also served as ‪Director of the NC Division of Mental Health\, with responsibility and oversight of the public community-based mental health\, intellectual and other developmental disabilities\, substance use\, and traumatic brain injury system in North Carolina. Prior to his NC state government roles\, Victor spent six years as Vice President of Behavioral Health with Atrium Health. ‬‬‬‬‬‬‬ \n\n\n\nVictor has over 30 years of experience in human services\, primarily dedicated to building and strengthening community resources to serve individuals who have been historically marginalized. ‬‬‬‬He is a nationally recognized speaker on issues regarding health equity and access to healthcare\, particularly as it relates to individuals living with mental health challenges.‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬ \n\n\n\nVictor currently serves on the steering committee of the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention. He also serves on the Board of Directors for RI International as well as the Board of Directors for I2I Center for integrative health. He is a member of the Board of Advisors for East Carolina University School of Social Work and is the host of the “Strong Talk” podcast. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/webinar-the-clubhouse-model-in-action/
CATEGORIES:Public
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SUMMARY:Leadership Exchange: Advancing Equity in Behavioral Health
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 23\, 2025\n\n\n\n12:00 pm PT / 1:00 pm MT / 2:00 pm CT / 3:00 pm ET \n\n\n\nThis event is open to all. \n\n\n\n\nLearn More & Register\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a follow-up to our recent webinar on advancing equitable access to behavioral health care​. \n\n\n\nThis informal\, discussion-based session offers a space for deeper connection and shared learning. Designed as an open “Leadership Exchange\,” participants are encouraged to bring real-world challenges\, questions\, and ideas to explore with peers and field leaders. Whether you’re navigating implementation hurdles\, building community trust\, or looking to align values across systems\, this is a space to exchange insights\, crowdsource solutions\, and strengthen your work through collective wisdom. \n\n\n\nCome ready to ask questions\, share your experiences\, and learn alongside others who are working to promote fairness and access in behavioral health systems. Let’s continue the conversation\, because equity in behavioral health isn’t a one-time topic\, it’s ongoing work. \n\n\n\nOur guest leaders\, Arthur Evans of the American Psychological Association\, and CBHL Board Members Vic Armstrong and Marcy Melvin\, will guide the conversation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet the Speakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVic Armstrong\, MSWVice President for Health Equity and Engagement\, American Foundation for Suicide PreventionCBHL Board Member \n\n\n\n\n\nVictor Armstrong serves as Vice President for Health Equity and Engagement with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. In addition\, he is the National Director of Soul Shop for Black Churches\, a workshop that teaches faith leaders how to minister to congregants that may be dealing with suicidal desperation. Victor previously served as Chief Health Equity Officer for North Carolina Department of Health & Human Services\, with responsibility for leading the overarching strategy and operational goals to promote health equity\, diversity\, and inclusion across all the agency’s health and human services. Victor has also served as ‪Director of the NC Division of Mental Health\, with responsibility and oversight of the public community-based mental health\, intellectual and other developmental disabilities\, substance use\, and traumatic brain injury system in North Carolina. Prior to his NC state government roles\, Victor spent six years as Vice President of Behavioral Health with Atrium Health. ‬‬‬‬‬‬‬ \n\n\n\nVictor has over 30 years of experience in human services\, primarily dedicated to building and strengthening community resources to serve individuals who have been historically marginalized. ‬‬‬‬He is a nationally recognized speaker on issues regarding health equity and access to healthcare\, particularly as it relates to individuals living with mental health challenges.‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬ \n\n\n\nVictor currently serves on the steering committee of the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention. He also serves on the Board of Directors for RI International as well as the Board of Directors for I2I Center for integrative health. He is a member of the Board of Advisors for East Carolina University School of Social Work and is the host of the “Strong Talk” podcast. \n\n\n\nVictor’s awards and recognitions include: \n\n\n\n\nLiving Waters Annual Mental Health Summit 2022 “Lifetime Mental Health Champion” Award\n\n\n\nNational Association of Social Workers North Carolina (NASW-NC) 2022 Social Worker of the Year\n\n\n\nAddiction Professionals of NC (APNC) 2021 DEI Leadership & Impact Award\n\n\n\nMental Health America’s 2021 H. Keith Brunnemer\, Jr. Award for “Outstanding Mental Health Leadership”\n\n\n\nBlack Mental Health Symposium 2019 Mental Health Advocate of the Year\n\n\n\nEast Carolina University School of Social Work 2018 Distinguished Alumni Award\n\n\n\nNational Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) NC\, 2012 Mental Health Professional of the Year\n\n\n\n\nVictor graduated\, Magna Cum Laude\, from North Carolina Central University with a bachelor’s degree in business management and received his MSW from East Carolina University. He is the husband of Dr. Charletta Armstrong and the father of three sons\, Carter\, Alonzo\, and Victor Jr. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArthur C. Evans\, Jr.\, Ph.D.CEO of American Psychological Association \n\n\n\n\n\nDescribed as a visionary and transformational leader\, policymaker and health care innovator\, Arthur C. Evans Jr.\, PhD\, is CEO of the American Psychological Association\, the leading scientific and professional organization representing psychology in the United States. Evans previously served in public policy positions in Philadelphia and Connecticut\, where he led the transformation of their behavioral health systems and their approaches to serving a wide range of individuals with complex needs. Evans has employed science\, research\, community activism\, spirituality\, traditional clinical care\, policy and cross-system collaborations to change the status quo around behavioral health. He has held faculty appointments at Yale University’s and the University of Pennsylvania’s Schools of Medicine\, and is the author or co-author of over 60 peer-reviewed research articles\, chapters\, reviews and editorials. Over the years Evans has received national and international recognition\, including prestigious awards in government\, healthcare service\, visionary leadership\, actionable advocacy\, equity and social justice. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nModerator \n\n\n\nMarcy Melvin\, MASenior Vice President of Clinical Policy and Deputy Director of The Hackett Center for Mental Health at Meadows Mental Health Policy InstituteCBHL Board President \n\n\n\n\n\nMarcy Melvin is a pivotal executive with over 25 years of experience in behavioral health policy\, training\, and clinical practice. As a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas her experience includes providing direct clinical and supervisory services to children\, youth\, parents\, and young adults in various clinical settings including residential\, in-home\, outpatient\, private practice\, primary\, secondary\, and post-secondary locations. Marcy is extremely passionate about advancing health equity and reducing disparities and disproportionality; this has been a culmination of her life’s work in various clinical\, organizational and systems settings. \n\n\n\nMarcy has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Xavier University of Louisiana and a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Fisk University. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/leadership-exchange-advancing-equity-in-behavioral-health/
CATEGORIES:Members Only
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SUMMARY:Workforce Solutions Jam | Resilience in Action: Strategies for the Behavioral Health Workforce
DESCRIPTION:Workforce Solutions Jam | Resilience in Action: Strategies for the Behavioral Health Workforce \n\n\n\nTuesday\, October 21\, 2025 | 10:00 am PT / 11:00 am MT / 12:00 pm CT / 1:00 pm ETEvent Length: One Hour \n\n\n\nThis webinar is hosted as a partnership between the College for Behavioral Health Leadership (CBHL)\, The National Council for Mental Wellbeing\, and Health Management Associates (HMA).  \n\n\n\nBehavioral health across sectors (providers\, state agencies\, counties\, etc.) are facing fast paced and daunting change. The terms “uncertainty” “confusion” “exhaustion” and “anxiety” are frequent in our day to day as organizations consider how to adapt to align systems of care with policy shifts\, how to sustain services in new funding environments\, and how to progress with internal mission and strategy. Central to this change is building capacity and resilience within the workforce and attending to the impacts to individuals within organizations.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for the October Workforce Solutions Jam to dive into how leaders and members of the workforce bring transparency\, authenticity\, and resilience. Our panelists who are industry experts will offer tangible solutions for supporting organizations through change.  \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Learn:  \n\n\n\n\nFinancial Resilience: The importance of diversifying revenue streams in an uncertain funding environment \n\n\n\nPeople Management: Navigating change with staff wellbeing in mind \n\n\n\nLeadership: Tips for building adaptive leadership capabilities \n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA seasoned behavioral health leader with more than 25 years of government healthcare experience\, Angela Bergefurd has a comprehensive understanding of state policy\, program development\, and strategic implementation. \n\n\n\nBefore joining HMA\, she served the state of Ohio for nearly three decades\, devoting her time and expertise to developing behavioral health and Medicaid policy\, building and implementing programs\, and designing benefits\, financing\, and reimbursement. \n\n\n\nMost recently\, she served as the deputy director of behavioral health policy with the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services\, where she collaborated with other state agencies and offices to support and strengthen regulations\, programs\, and policies to improve care and programs. Previously\, she worked as assistant director of community programs and services\, assistant deputy director for policy\, and behavioral healthcare systems policy advisor and chief. \n\n\n\nThis vast state-level experience provided her with a comprehensive understanding of state and federal funding sources and mechanisms\, service reimbursement\, and program financing methodologies\, as well as an ability to engage a variety of stakeholders. \n\n\n\nMs. Bergefurd earned a master’s degree in public administration – health services management and policy and a bachelor’s degree in social and behavioral sciences from Ohio State University. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Genene Duran grew up in northeast Denver in the Montbello community and is an alumna of Montbello High School. She holds a Doctorate in Human Services\, Master’s in Healthcare Administration\, and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication. In addition\, she is also a certified Mediator and has certifications in Public Relations and Public Health. Dr. Duran has subject matter expertise in the fields of healthcare policy\, managing federally qualified health centers\, human services\, community outreach and engagement\, health systems change and cultural competence in health care which includes social determinants of health\, health disparities and health equity. Dr. Duran is an international speaker and is an Affiliate Professor in the College of Health and Human Sciences at Metropolitan State University working with the Masters of Social Work students to complete their final Capstone thesis projects. In addition\, she is the Founder/CEO of her own nonprofit organization Ducks in a Row Human Services Inc. From 2021-2023\, Dr. Duran simultaneously served as the Chair of the Board of the Denver Department of Public Health and Environment\, the Advisory Board Chair for the City and County of Denver’s Agency on Human Rights and Community Partnerships and as the Co-Chair for the City and County of Denver’s African American Commission. She still serves on the Board of the Denver Department of Public Health and Environment as well as the City and County of Denver’s African American Commission. In addition\, she serves on the Colorado Advisory Panel of Local Board of Health Members. Over the past six years she has held memberships on the Family Advisory Council for Every Child Pediatrics\, the Board of Directors for Womxn’s March Denver\, the Doctoral Advisory Board for the University of Arizona Global campus\, as a Denver Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Denver Moves Everyone Steering Committee Advisory Board member\, and as the National Association for Career and Technical Education Region Representative. In her spare time she is a mentor to a young lady in her community. Although she has accomplished a great deal\, she remains most proud of her new granddaughter who was born on Christmas day\, 2024\, 22-year-old son and 21 year old daughter\, who both graduated from Colorado State University in May 2024\, and 18-year-old daughter who is in her second year at the Community College of Aurora. Dr. Duran’s greatest passions include providing a voice for underserved communities and affecting positive change through leadership\, strategic planning\, relationship building\, effective change management\, conflict management\, advocacy\, social justice\, and organizational training. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarisol Solarte-Erlacher\, M.A.\, LPC is a nationally recognized trauma and resilience consultant\, speaker\, and leadership coach. With over 20 years of experience in mental health and organizational development\, she helps leaders and teams manage stress\, reduce burnout\, and build psychologically safe workplaces. She is the founder of the Resilient Leadership Institute™\, a certification program that equips leaders with trauma-informed\, equity-centered strategies to foster sustainable and thriving organizational cultures. Marisol is also the host of the award-nominated Resilience and Resistance podcast\, highlighting the stories of successful BIPOC women leaders.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNikki Tierney\, JD\, MS\, LPC\, LCADA has a law degree and a Master’s of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Addiction Studies. Nikki is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor and has been in sustained remission from opioid use disorder for 15 years. She is also a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist and a Certified Recovery Support Practitioner. Currently\, Nikki works at CPC Integrated Care and operates her private practice\, Hope-Fullness Counseling\, Prevention\, and Education. Additionally\, she serves as a policy analyst with the National Center for Advocacy and Recovery\, where she continues to push for systemic change in mental health and substance use treatment. \n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional speaker information coming soon. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBackground\n\n\n\nThe Workforce Solutions Jam is a monthly webinar to build national momentum and encourage collaboration through the Workforce Solutions Partnership. The partnership is leveraging Collective Impact to address the workforce crisis\, and using a cross-sector approach to address the long-standing challenges for expanding and solidifying the behavioral health workforce. \n\n\n\nThe Workforce Solutions Partnership is the new name for the partnership between the National Council for Mental Wellbeing\, Health Management Associates and the College for Behavioral Health Leadership. The Center for Workforce Solutions continues to operate as an initiative of the National Council.
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/workforce-solutions-jam-october-2025/
CATEGORIES:Public,Workforce Solutions Jam
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SUMMARY:Candid Conversations with Cayman Tirado | Reluctant Leadership
DESCRIPTION:Members-Only \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a Candid Conversations on Reluctant Leaders: the leaders who often don’t see themselves as leaders\, yet have the power to influence\, inspire\, and drive meaningful change. \n\n\n\nCayman Tirado\, self-proclaimed reluctant leader\, will explore why so many hesitate to step into leadership roles\, what strengths reluctant leaders bring to the table\, and how we can better support and encourage their growth. \n\n\n\n\nRegister via Glue Up\n\n\n\n\nThis conversation is for CBHL members. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCayman Tirado\, MA\, LCDC\, CPS\, RYT-200\, is the director of the Mental Health and Addiction Studies Program at San Jacinto College. Additionally\, she is a board member for INCASE\, the International Coalition for Addiction Studies Education. \n\n\n\nCayman has worked in the substance use disorder field since 2004\, starting as a prevention specialist for underserved youth. Additional roles include IOP counselor\, sober living case manager\, and clinical case manager for homeless adults with co-occurring disorders. She is also a certified yoga instructor and is passionate about incorporating this into recovery. \n\n\n\nShe has been teaching at San Jacinto College since 2015 and has worked for many years to develop a pedagogical approach that supports the current and future health and wellbeing of students going into the behavioral health professions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat are CBHL Candid Conversations? \nCBHL Candid Conversations provide an informal platform for connecting and networking with other CBHL members\, fostering an environment where we can learn from one another’s experiences.  Led by a CBHL member or partner\, these sessions are designed to facilitate the exchange of valuable leadership insights\, skills\, and support. Candid Conversations are open to all CBHL members.    \n\n\n\n\nThe purpose of CBHL Candid Conversations is to: \n\nNetwork and Collaborate: Meet and engage with fellow CBHL colleagues in an informal\, small group environment that encourages collaboration and the building of meaningful connections \n\n\n\nLearn and Innovate: Acquire new skills and exchange fresh ideas with experienced leaders in a supportive and trusting environment\, fostering personal and professional growth \n\n\n\nShowcase Success: Highlight successful member programs or best and promising practices that demonstrate potential for scaling and broader application. 
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/candid-conversations-with-cayman-tirado-reluctant-leadership/
CATEGORIES:Candid Conversations,Members Only
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SUMMARY:CBHL Leadership Community | Leadership in Recovery and Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 8\, 2025Theme: Leading by Empowering10:00 am PT / 11:00 am MT / 12:00 pm CT / 1:00 pm ETThis event is for CBHL members. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a 4-part series kicking off this September for National Recovery Month\, designed especially for leaders and staff working to build more recovery-oriented cultures within their behavioral health organizations. In partnership with Crestwood Recovery Resilient Solutions\, this interactive series titled Leadership in Recovery and Resilience will explore how recovery\, resilience\, and person-centered care can truly shape leadership and organizational practices. \n\n\n\nEach one-hour session will take place on the second Wednesday of the month and offer practical tools\, real-life examples\, and engaging discussions to help bring recovery principles to life—whether through culture change\, leadership strategies\, or integrating peer support into your teams. Each session will focus on a Recovery and Resilience Topic that are important for Leaders to foster as part of their Recovery culture oversight and team inspiration. \n\n\n\n\nSession 1: Inspiring Hope as a Leader / September 10\n\n\n\nSession 2: Leading by Empowering / October 8\n\n\n\nSession 3: Leadership is About Relationship / November 12\n\n\n\nSession 4: Tapping into the Team’s Meaning and Purpose / December 10\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeadership Community Host\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJames RitchieAdministrator at Crestwood Behavioral Health\, Inc \n\n\n\n\n\nJames Ritchie\, Ph.D.\, CMPSS has leveraged his 40 years of lived recovery experience to actively train\, promote\, and support recovery and peer support in California and beyond. James also led the development of 15 county-run prevention and early intervention projects and programs. He has also been certified as an instructor/trainer in several Behavioral Health areas\, including suicide intervention\, prevention\, crisis response\, and Crisis Intervention Team Training for first responders. James is currently the Director of Operations on the Crestwood Recovery Resilience Solutions team and facilitates and coordinates peer support and related training across the State of California and beyond. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is a CBHL Leadership Community? \n\n\n\nCBHL Leadership Communities connect leaders\, organizations\, and systems eager to learn and work across sectors in pursuit of a shared goal.  \n\n\n\nWhat is the purpose of a CBHL Leadership Community? \n\n\n\n\nImprove knowledge and skills of behavioral health leaders through collaboration\, the exchange of ideas\, and professional dialogue.  \n\n\n\nFacilitate informed and collaborative leadership for improved individual\, organizational\, and community outcomes. \n\n\n\nEncourage organic connections among CBHL members through ongoing collaboration around a shared interest.  
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/cbhl-leadership-community-leadership-in-recovery-and-resilience-2/
CATEGORIES:CBHL Leadership Community,Members Only
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Reimagining Behavioral Health Financing for Resilient Systems
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 2\, 2025\n\n\n\n10:00 am PT / 11:00 am MT / 12:00 pm CT / 1:00 pm ET \n\n\n\nThis event is open to all! \n\n\n\n\nLearn More & Register\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFinancial planning in a time of massive federal health changes. \n\n\n\nJoin us for this briefing and discussion with national policy leaders on financing of behavioral health services in a time of extraordinary uncertainty. With proposed changes to the HHS budget and new pressures on Medicaid\, Medicare\, and block grants\, behavioral health leaders are being called to plan boldly for a rapidly evolving landscape. \n\n\n\nAcross states\, counties\, and provider organizations\, behavioral health leaders are facing a rapidly evolving landscape — one that demands not just adaptation\, but bold\, proactive action\, including potential Medicaid financing changes. We will explore how local ecosystems can come together to make intentional\, strategic decisions that drive meaningful change\, even amid policy uncertainty and resource constraints. \n\n\n\nKey themes will include: \n\n\n\n\nMeasuring Impact: Understanding and communicating the value of services to funders\, legislators\, and communities.\n\n\n\nPrioritization Amid Uncertainty: Staying focused on what matters most while adapting to evolving federal and state policy environments.\n\n\n\nStrategic Partnerships: Identifying service gaps and leveraging collaborations to expand reach and effectiveness.\n\n\n\nEfficiency & Effectiveness: Meeting growing behavioral health needs even as resources shift or shrink.\n\n\n\nCross-Sector Collaboration: Moving from passive coordination to active alignment around shared goals.\n\n\n\nCoordinated Advocacy: Building a unified voice to advance behavioral health priorities and diversify funding.\n\n\n\nProactive Leadership: Pivoting from reactive to forward-thinking strategies to avoid being left behind.\n\n\n\nOpportunity Framing: Reframing perceived roadblocks as openings for innovation\, collaboration\, and growth.\n\n\n\n\nParticipants will leave with insights on how to lead with clarity\, build resilient partnerships\, and tell a compelling story that strengthens their case for investment and support — all while navigating the complexities of today’s behavioral health environment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet the Speakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJonah Cunningham\, MPP \n\n\n\nPresident/CEONACBHDD \n\n\n\nCBHL Board Member \n\n\n\n\n\nJonah C. Cunningham currently serves as President and CEO of the National Association of County Behavioral Health and Developmental Disability Directors (NACBHDD). In this role he proactively advocates for national policies that recognize and support the critical role counties play in caring for people affected by mental illness\, addiction\, and developmental disabilities. In this capacity he also serves as Executive Director of the National Association for Rural Mental Health. \n\n\n\nPrior to joining NACBHDD\, Jonah worked at Trust for America’s Health\, a public health think tank\, where he focused extensively on ways to reduce mortality from substance misuse and suicide. Additionally\, he worked as a congressional staffer for several years in the office of Congresswoman Grace F. Napolitano (CA) where he helped to reestablish the Congressional Mental Health Caucus and created a Suicide Prevention Task Force within the Caucus. \n\n\n\nJonah C. Cunningham has received numerous awards and recognition for his commitment to the field of behavioral health and those served by the nation’s behavioral health system. Jonah has a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from the University of Utah and a Master of Public Policy from The George Washington University. In his free time\, he enjoys learning how to cook and is an avid Jiu-Jitsu practitioner. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRichard Dougherty\, PhD \n\n\n\nPresident\, BasicNeeds US \n\n\n\nCBHL Board Treasurer \n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Richard Dougherty is President of the non-profit organization BasicNeeds US and recently retired\, after 35 years of leading DMA Health Strategies\, a national behavioral health policy and research organization. Dick is particularly pleased that DMA now has reorganized into a worker and woman owned cooperative. \n\n\n\nAs President of BasicNeeds US\, a 501(c)(3) non-profit\, Dick volunteers all his time and provides support for effective and recovery-driven\, global mental health policy\, with a particular focus on low-income countries. He leads fundraising\, grant-making\, advocacy and technical assistance with a network of BasicNeeds programs and with global advocates. He advises numerous national organizations\, has published extensively\, sits on several boards and received the 2011 Walter Barton Distinguished Fellow Award from The College of Behavioral Health Leadership. \n\n\n\nDr. Dougherty went to Colgate University\, the School of Social Service Administration at the University of Chicago and received his Ph.D. in Applied Social Psychology from Boston University. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonica Johnson\, MA\, LPC \n\n\n\nManaging Director\, Health Management Associates \n\n\n\n\n\nA skilled state and federal government executive\, Monica Johnson has over 25 years of experience in the behavioral health field. Leveraging her expertise\, she has directed numerous behavioral health service areas at the government policy level\, has led the formation of several high-profile change initiatives\, chaired several collaborations\, and served as a board member for a variety of governing boards. \n\n\n\nBefore joining Health Management Associates\, Monica served as the first director of the 988 & Behavioral Health Crisis Coordinating Office at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and the U.S. Health & Human Services Department (HHS). In this role\, she was responsible for overseeing SAMHSA’s primary aspirations regarding the launch of the three-digit number\, 988 and enhancing broader behavioral health crisis services. \n\n\n\nIn addition to her experience at the federal level\, Monica has over a decade of state-level experience. Most recently\, she served as the interim commissioner for the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD). Prior to this appointment by Governor Brian Kemp\, she served in other key leadership roles at DBHDD as the Behavioral Health division director\, the Community Mental Health director\, and the Child & Adolescent Mental Health director. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGina Lasky\, PhD\, MAPL \n\n\n\nSenior Advisor\, Health Management Associates \n\n\n\n\n\nGina Lasky is a licensed psychologist with expertise in public sector behavioral health system design and programming including integration of behavioral health and primary care. She evaluates organizational readiness for integration and guides development and implementation of new models of collaborative care for delivery systems\, county health systems\, community behavioral health centers\, and state corrections agencies. \n\n\n\nShe has examined state policy and administrative barriers to integrated care and has published work on leadership and team development in integrated care with the Center for Integrated Health Solutions and the American Psychiatric Association. She is co-editor of Integrated Care: A Guide to Effective Implementation for the American Psychiatric Association. \n\n\n\nIn addition to her experience at the federal level\, Monica has over a decade of state-level experience. Most recently\, she served as the interim commissioner for the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD). Prior to this appointment by Governor Brian Kemp\, she served in other key leadership roles at DBHDD as the Behavioral Health division director\, the Community Mental Health director\, and the Child & Adolescent Mental Health director. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/webinar-reimagining-behavioral-health-financing-for-resilient-systems/
CATEGORIES:Public
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Future-Ready Leadership: Planning for Stability Not Surprises
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 25\, 2025\n\n\n\n10:00 am PT / 11:00 am MT / 12:00 pm CT / 1:00 pm ET \n\n\n\nThis event is open to all! \n\n\n\n\nLearn More & Register\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChange is constant\, but nonprofit missions must endure. This session introduces a practical approach to building leadership continuity and organizational resilience without overwhelming staff or boards. It also addresses staffing uncertainties driven by funding cuts and the need for potential reductions in force (RIFs)\, offering strategies to navigate these challenges with stability and care. Learn techniques that will help protect your mission in times of constant change. \n\n\n\nParticipants Will Be Able To: \n\n\n\n\nApply tools and practices that foster a proactive planning culture\n\n\n\nIdentify five key planning elements that build long-term organizational resilience\n\n\n\nExplain how investing in staff retention and quality leadership strengthens loyalty\, performance\, and continuity\n\n\n\nRecognize the impact of universal motivators on organizational effectiveness\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet the Presenter\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKara Hill\, DHA\, MHA\, BSSW Consultant | Healthcare & Non-Profit Strategist | WildBlue Health  \n\n\n\n\n\nKara Hill is a consultant with WildBlue Health\, bringing over 25 years of experience guiding nonprofit and health systems through change\, leadership transitions\, and strategic growth. She partners with organizations to strengthen leadership continuity\, advance workforce strategies\, and align operations with community need; grounded in a commitment to equity and mission impact.  \n\n\n\nKara’s background spans executive leadership in community-based organizations and charitable clinics\, integration of behavioral health into primary care\, and development of sustainable workforce and value-based care models. She is known for her practical\, systems-thinking approach\, helping leaders anticipate challenges\, operationalize solutions\, improve operations\, and foster high-performing\, resilient teams.  \n\n\n\nShe holds a Doctor of Health Administration from Oklahoma State University\, a Master of Health Administration from Texas A&M University\, and a Bachelor’s in Social Work from Bowling Green State University.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/webinar-future-ready-leadership-planning-for-stability-not-surprises/
CATEGORIES:Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260522T070906
CREATED:20250729T170841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T172247Z
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SUMMARY:CBHL Leadership Community | Leadership in Recovery and Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, September 10\, 2025Theme: Inspiring Hope as a Leader10:00 am PT / 11:00 am MT / 12:00 pm CT / 1:00 pm ETThis event is for CBHL members. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a 4-part series kicking off this September for National Recovery Month\, designed especially for leaders and staff working to build more recovery-oriented cultures within their behavioral health organizations. In partnership with Crestwood Recovery Resilient Solutions\, this interactive series titled Leadership in Recovery and Resilience will explore how recovery\, resilience\, and person-centered care can truly shape leadership and organizational practices. \n\n\n\nEach one-hour session will take place on the second Wednesday of the month and offer practical tools\, real-life examples\, and engaging discussions to help bring recovery principles to life—whether through culture change\, leadership strategies\, or integrating peer support into your teams. Each session will focus on a Recovery and Resilience Topic that are important for Leaders to foster as part of their Recovery culture oversight and team inspiration. \n\n\n\n\nSession 1: Inspiring Hope as a Leader / September 10\n\n\n\nSession 2: Leading by Empowering / October 8\n\n\n\nSession 3: Leadership is About Relationship / November 12\n\n\n\nSession 4: Tapping into the Team’s Meaning and Purpose / December 10\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeadership Community Host\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJames RitchieAdministrator at Crestwood Behavioral Health\, Inc \n\n\n\n\n\nJames Ritchie\, Ph.D.\, CMPSS has leveraged his 40 years of lived recovery experience to actively train\, promote\, and support recovery and peer support in California and beyond. James also led the development of 15 county-run prevention and early intervention projects and programs. He has also been certified as an instructor/trainer in several Behavioral Health areas\, including suicide intervention\, prevention\, crisis response\, and Crisis Intervention Team Training for first responders. James is currently the Director of Operations on the Crestwood Recovery Resilience Solutions team and facilitates and coordinates peer support and related training across the State of California and beyond. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is a CBHL Leadership Community? \n\n\n\nCBHL Leadership Communities connect leaders\, organizations\, and systems eager to learn and work across sectors in pursuit of a shared goal.  \n\n\n\nWhat is the purpose of a CBHL Leadership Community? \n\n\n\n\nImprove knowledge and skills of behavioral health leaders through collaboration\, the exchange of ideas\, and professional dialogue.  \n\n\n\nFacilitate informed and collaborative leadership for improved individual\, organizational\, and community outcomes. \n\n\n\nEncourage organic connections among CBHL members through ongoing collaboration around a shared interest.  
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/cbhl-leadership-community-leadership-in-recovery-and-resilience/
CATEGORIES:CBHL Leadership Community,Members Only
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T140000
DTSTAMP:20260522T070906
CREATED:20250709T124646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T200734Z
UID:10000427-1755608400-1755612000@www.leaders4health.org
SUMMARY:Workforce Solutions Jam | Provider Voices on AI: Real-World Insights for the Behavioral Health Workforce 
DESCRIPTION:Workforce Solutions Jam | Provider Voices on AI: Real-World Insights for the Behavioral Health Workforce\n\n\n\nTuesday\, August 19\, 2025 | 10:00 am PT / 11:00 am MT / 12:00 pm CT / 1:00 pm ETEvent Length: One Hour \n\n\n\nThis webinar is hosted as a partnership between the College for Behavioral Health Leadership (CBHL)\, The National Council for Mental Wellbeing\, and Health Management Associates (HMA).  \n\n\n\nAs artificial intelligence (AI) continues to make waves across industries\, the behavioral health field is navigating how to thoughtfully integrate technology while maintaining person-centered care. Join us live in August and we’ll begin with key findings from Sarah Hudson Scholle\, MPH\, DrPH on the digital mental health landscape and her report: Digital Mental Health Technologies: Gaps and Opportunities in Current U.S. Regulatory Authorities.   \n\n\n\nWe’ll then move into a candid panel discussion with behavioral health providers who have implemented AI tools in their organizations. This is a rare opportunity to hear directly from peers – not vendors – about what it really takes to bring AI into practice. Panelists will share their experiences\, including the successes\, challenges\, and unexpected hurdles they encountered along the way.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re exploring AI for the first time or looking to improve your current implementation strategy\, this session offers practical\, provider-centered insights to help guide your decision-making.  \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Learn:  \n\n\n\n\nKey Trends from the Digital Mental Health Technologies: Gaps and Opportunities in Current U.S. Regulatory Authorities Report.  \n\n\n\n\n\nReal-world examples of AI implementation in behavioral health settings \n\n\n\n\n\nLessons learned on rollout\, staff buy-in\, and ethical considerations \n\n\n\n\n\nHow to assess whether an AI solution is the right fit for your organization \n\n\n\n\nNote: This is an education-focused session. No AI vendors will be presenting or pitching products.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet the Speakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAllie Franklin\, MSW\, LICSW\, Managing Director\, Health Management Associates \n\n\n\n\n\nAllie Franklin is a licensed clinical social worker with decades of experience in public\, private\, and nonprofit behavioral health\, healthcare\, and social service organizations. She has led transformations in integrated care through modernizing processes\, systems\, workflows\, policies\, and organizational approaches to achieve positive outcomes. Ms. Franklin brings a perspective of clinical\, operational\, and strategic expertise\, having worked on the clinical front lines and risen to roles of senior and executive leadership. She has the ability to support planning and implementation of solutions from system- and organization-wide approaches to day-to-day clinical-level work.   \n\n\n\nPrior to joining HMA\, Ms. Franklin served as the behavioral health service line administrator for the University of Washington’s Harborview Medical Center\, the region’s only level one trauma center. This role encompassed inpatient behavioral healthcare\, emergency psychiatric services\, a full outpatient clinic\, and scattered-site integrated behavioral health and primary care. She managed a project for the Behavioral Health Institute through the Center of Excellence service line to bring together multiple stakeholders to redesign Washington state’s behavioral health crisis system in preparation for 988 crisis line rollout.  \n\n\n\nRead more\nIn her role as the associate vice president of clinical operations for a Medicaid managed care organization in Pierce County\, Washington\, Ms. Franklin led a multidisciplinary team of executives and community stakeholders through the development and implementation of a detailed plan to integrate mental health services with substance use disorder services into a behavioral health organization. She served as the chief executive officer for one of Washington state’s two largest suicide hotlines\, where she led the transformation to meet National Committee for Quality Assurance call quality standards.  \n\n\n\nMs. Franklin has a passion for focusing on whole-person wellness\, developing high-performing teams\, and helping clinical staff understand how their work impacts the financial bottom line. These passions provide her with a unique combination of experiences across the care continuum\, from crisis care and inpatient treatment to outpatient and integrated primary care models. Her perspective\, gained from leading on both sides of the payer relationship\, gives her the ability to support system transformation to help build approaches to achieve high quality and affordability.  \n\n\n\nMs. Franklin has published multiple books and articles on grief and grieving\, and she is a coauthor of a peer-reviewed article\, “Progress Monitoring in an Integrated Health Care System: Tracking Behavioral Health Vital Signs.” This article outlines the work her teams led at Group Health Cooperative to develop integrated care models for collaboration between primary care and behavioral health services.  \n\n\n\nMs. Franklin earned a master’s of science degree in social work from the University of Texas at Arlington and a bachelor’s degree in social work from Missouri State University. She is currently working toward an executive master of health administration degree from the University of Central Florida. She served in the United States Air Force\, reaching the rank of captain and serving as chief of mental health for Columbus Air Force and as a clinical member of the international critical incident crisis response team.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSarah Hudson Scholle\, DrPH\, MPH\, Principal\, Leavitt Partners\, an HMA Company \n\n\n\n\n\nSarah Hudson Scholle is a principal based in Washington\, D.C.\, specializing in supporting multi-sector alliances to promote improvement in quality\, equity\, and person-centered health care.  \n\n\n\nPrior to joining Leavitt Partners\, an HMA Company\, Dr. Hudson Scholle was vice president of research and analysis at the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). She led a portfolio of quantitative and qualitative research that contributed to national thought leadership in quality and equity\, contributed to program development and policy action\, and resulted in numerous peer-reviewed studies. Specifically\, Dr. Hudson Scholle led projects to develop and test quality measures\, including those subsequently adopted into national programs. Her content expertise includes mental health\, substance use\, child health\, care coordination\, and patient-reported outcomes.  \n\n\n\nDr. Hudson Scholle led research underpinning NCQA’s health equity accreditation program and supported Centers for Medicare and Medicaid’s (CMS) Office of Minority Health on contracts to identify disparities\, develop methods for characterizing equity\, and identify opportunities for policy change. Her work on primary care practice systems contributed to the development of the patient-centered medical home program. She also led studies to understand barriers to implementation of quality initiatives in multiple settings.  \n\n\n\nRead more\nShe has served on national panels for the National Academy of Sciences\, Engineering and Medicine; CMS; and the National Quality Forum. Prior to NCQA\, Dr. Scholle was an associate professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and an assistant professor at the University of Arkansas.  \n\n\n\nShe earned her doctorate in public health from The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health\, and a master’s degree in public health and a bachelor’s degree in history from Yale University.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShalom Lichtenstein\, MSN\, FNP-BC\, PMHNP-BC Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner\, Board Certified Registered Nurse\, Pre-Hospital Registered Nurse \n\n\n\n\n\nShalom Lichtenstein\, MSN\, FNP-BC\, PMHNP-BC\, is a Lakewood\, NJ–based nurse practitioner who bridges primary and psychiatric care. He sees behavioral health patients at CHEMED Health Center\, with pediatric and family services through Precious Health\, and also maintains an independent family practice. Shalom focuses on culturally responsive\, whole-person care that connects mental and physical health for patients of all ages.    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJudy Tejada\, Vice President for Clinical Operations\, Horizon Corporations \n\n\n\n\n\nJudy Tejada began working at the Horizon Corporations in 2000. As the Vice President for Clinical Operations\,  Judy is responsible for clinical programming\, risk management\, clinical onboarding and training and development. In addition to her administrative responsibilities as a Licensed Mental Health clinician\, Judy maintains a private practice caseload through Horizon Therapy Associates. Prior to her work with Horizon\, Judy worked in higher education. She has a bachelor’s degree in political science from The College of Wooster\, a Master’s degree in College Student Personnel Administration from The Ohio State University\, and a Master’s degree in Counselor Education from Canisius College.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLevi Van Dyke\, Chief Behavioral Health Officer\, Volunteers of America Western Washington (VOAWW) \n\n\n\n\n\nLevi Van Dyke is Chief Behavioral Health Officer at Volunteers of America Western Washington (VOAWW). He has spent the past 17 years working in crisis services throughout the State of Washington.   \n\n\n\nVOAWW operates a crisis contact center based in Everett\, WA that answers over 20\,000 inbound contacts per month across multiple lines of service. VOAWW is currently a national backup chat/text center and covers the entire state of Washington for 988 chat and text services. The center also provides primary 988 phone coverage for 32 of the 39 counties in Washington\, Regional Crisis Line services for three Behavioral Health Administrative Service Organizations\, and operates the Native and Strong Lifeline\, offering culturally informed and specific services from Tribal crisis counselors for Washington’s indigenous residents.   \n\n\n\nLevi currently serves as Vice President of the National Association of Crisis Organization Directors (NASCOD) board and sits on numerous national\, state\, and regional crisis and behavioral health committees. He has dedicated significant time working with leadership and professional development programs and spent six years as a volunteer firefighter and EMT. Levi is a Washington State University alumnus (Go Cougs!) and received his graduate degree from Eastern Washington University.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBackground\n\n\n\nThe Workforce Solutions Jam is a monthly webinar to build national momentum and encourage collaboration through the Workforce Solutions Partnership. The partnership is leveraging Collective Impact to address the workforce crisis\, and using a cross-sector approach to address the long-standing challenges for expanding and solidifying the behavioral health workforce. \n\n\n\nThe Workforce Solutions Partnership is the new name for the partnership between the National Council for Mental Wellbeing\, Health Management Associates and the College for Behavioral Health Leadership. The Center for Workforce Solutions continues to operate as an initiative of the National Council.
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/workforce-solutions-jam-august-2025/
CATEGORIES:Public,Workforce Solutions Jam
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T140000
DTSTAMP:20260522T070906
CREATED:20250724T150223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T150506Z
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SUMMARY:Member Discussion | A Transformational Discussion with Zero Overdose: Overdose Safety Planning
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, August 15\, 2025\n\n\n\n10:00 am PT / 11:00 am MT / 12:00 pm CT / 1:00 pm ET \n\n\n\nThis event is open to CBHL members. \n\n\n\n\n\nFollowing the foundational overview in Part 1\, this members-only session offers a deeper dive into the application of overdose safety planning in real-world settings. Together\, we’ll explore the nuances\, challenges\, and breakthroughs that arise when implementing safety planning strategies across diverse systems and communities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn More & Register\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re piloting a new initiative\, strengthening an existing program\, or exploring how to bring this work into your organization\, this space is designed to support honest conversation and collective growth. \n\n\n\nNote: attendance at part 1 is not mandatory for members to attend this session. If members would like to view a recording of part 1 prior to attending this session\, you may access it here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVirna Little\, PsyD\, LCSW-R\, MBA\, CCM\, SAPCo-Founder and CEO of Zero Overdose \n\n\n\nDr. Virna Little is a distinguished leader in behavioral health integration. She is the co-founder of Concert Health\, a behavioral health medical group which provides Collaborative Care to organizations across 21 states. Dr. Little is also the Co-Founder and CEO of Zero Overdose\, a national non-profit focused on overdose safety planning to reduce unintentional overdose events and deaths. Dr. Little has served as a member of the national Zero Suicide faculty and a consultant who was fostered the development of integrated delivery systtems nationally in all 50 states and internationally. Dr. Little holds a Doctoral degree in Psychology\, and a Master’s in Social Work. A nationally and internationally recognized speaker\, Dr. Little has presented on suicide prevention strategies at the White House . She has received numerous awards for her work in integrating primary care and behavioral health and serves on multiple boards. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJorge Petit\, MDStrategy and Development Advisor at Zero Overdose \n\n\n\nJorge R. Petit\, MD is a board-certified Adult\, Community\, and Public Psychiatrist and seasoned healthcare executive with over 30 years of experience driving innovation and transformation across behavioral health and human services systems\, with a focus on marginalized and vulnerable populations. \n\n\n\nHe is the Founder and CEO of Quality Healthcare Solutions (QHS)\, a consulting and advisory firm supporting healthcare systems\, community-based organizations\, emerging tech start-ups\, and regulators. QHS specializes in strategic planning\, board and C-suite leadership\, workforce development (including DEIBA)\, data and quality improvement\, and integrated care initiatives such as Crisis Services and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs). Dr. Petit is a nationally recognized thought leader\, speaker\, author\, and bilingual/bicultural advocate for behavioral health equity. \n\n\n\nDr. Petit serves as Strategic and Development Advisor to Zero Overdose\, Chief Clinical Advisor to Cantata Health Solutions\, and Clinical Advisor to Emotivo Health\, Metta Health\, and Verity Health. He also serves on several national boards and advisory groups\, including SAMHSA’s CSAT National Advisory Council\, Cantata Health Solutions\, Primary Care Development Corporation (PCDC)\, and Mental Health News Education (MHNE). He is a member of the Group for the Advancement of Psychiatry’s Committee on Psychiatric Administration & Leadership\, United Hospital Fund’s Health Policy Forum\, and the Medical Director Institute of the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. \n\n\n\nHe has held executive leadership roles across government\, managed care\, hospital systems\, and community-based organizations. Dr. Petit is the author of Handbook of Emergency Psychiatry and The Seven Beliefs: A Step-by-Step Guide to Help Latinas Recognize and Overcome Depression. He has been recognized with numerous honors\, including the 2023 Marquis Who’s Who Honoree\, Crain’s 2022 Notable LGBTQ Leader\, City & State NY’s 2022 Nonprofit Power 100\, and Responsible 100.
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/member-discussion-a-transformational-discussion-with-zero-overdose-overdose-safety-planning/
CATEGORIES:Members Only
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T160000
DTSTAMP:20260522T070906
CREATED:20250714T130134Z
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SUMMARY:Candid Conversations with Emily Derecktor | Redefining Recovery
DESCRIPTION:Members-Only \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a special Candid Conversations session featuring Emily Derecktor\, founder of Cereal For Dinner (CFD)—a peer-led\, community-centered organization redefining how we support mental health and recovery. In this session\, Emily will share the origin and evolution of CFD\, explore its unique\, low-barrier model\, and discuss how this approach fosters belonging\, mutuality\, and sustainable care. \n\n\n\n\nRegister via Glue Up\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll also explore how models like CFD can complement and challenge traditional behavioral health systems\, offering powerful insights into what it means to build accessible\, inclusive\, and person-driven supports. Come with questions\, curiosity\, and a willingness to think beyond the status quo. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEmily Derecktor is the Founder and Director of Cereal for Dinner\, a social enterprise offering peer-informed\, values-centered support for individuals living with chronic mental health challenges. With a background in public health and deep lived experience\, Emily designs programs that meet people where they are—emotionally\, functionally\, and energetically. Through a growing ecosystem of personalized tools\, coaching programs\, and practical support opportunities\, Cereal for Dinner helps individuals re-engage with daily life in ways that are accessible\, sustainable and values-centric. Emily draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)\, community wellness frameworks\, psychiatric rehabilitation and the collective wisdom of peers to inform her approach to this work. \n\n\n\nEmily is dedicated to building a movement rooted in the belief that we can move toward what matters—even while we struggle. Rather than focusing solely on symptom reduction\, her work centers recovery around purpose\, belonging\, inclusion\, hope\, and self-determination. While well-acquainted with the strengths and limitations of the current mental health system\, her mission is to help create a complementary\, community-based infrastructure of mutual support\, connection\, and meaningful activities—one that honors the wisdom of lived experience and makes room for each person’s unique path. \n\n\n\nShe holds a BA in Health & Societies from the University of Pennsylvania and dual master’s degrees in Medical Sciences and Population Medicine from Brown University. Emily is also a certified mental health and wellbeing coach. She lives in Providence\, RI with her cat\, Noodle\, and is an avid singer and artist. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat are CBHL Candid Conversations? \nCBHL Candid Conversations provide an informal platform for connecting and networking with other CBHL members\, fostering an environment where we can learn from one another’s experiences.  Led by a CBHL member or partner\, these sessions are designed to facilitate the exchange of valuable leadership insights\, skills\, and support. Candid Conversations are open to all CBHL members.    \n\n\n\n\nThe purpose of CBHL Candid Conversations is to: \n\nNetwork and Collaborate: Meet and engage with fellow CBHL colleagues in an informal\, small group environment that encourages collaboration and the building of meaningful connections \n\n\n\nLearn and Innovate: Acquire new skills and exchange fresh ideas with experienced leaders in a supportive and trusting environment\, fostering personal and professional growth \n\n\n\nShowcase Success: Highlight successful member programs or best and promising practices that demonstrate potential for scaling and broader application. 
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/candid-conversations-with-emily-derecktor-redefining-recovery/
CATEGORIES:Candid Conversations,Members Only
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T173000
DTSTAMP:20260522T070906
CREATED:20250626T140014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T150447Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Member Networking Chat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting virtual networking opportunity exclusively for CBHL members on Monday\, August 4\, at 1:30 pm PT / 4:30pm ET! \n\n\n\nConnect with fellow behavioral health leaders in a relaxed online environment where you can expand your network\, share insights\, and discover potential collaborations. \n\n\n\nThis interactive session provides the perfect platform to meet new faces\, reconnect with colleagues\, and exchange ideas that can benefit your CBHL membership journey. We look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\n\nRegister via Glue Up\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCBHL Members: If you have not yet activated your member account in Glue Up\, don’t worry – register for the event using the same email associated with your CBHL membership and it will guide you through the process! Contact Chelsey Gutierrez cgutierrez@leaders4health.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/summer-member-networking-chat/
CATEGORIES:Members Only
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T170000
DTSTAMP:20260522T070906
CREATED:20250613T124612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T134156Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Zero Overdose in Action: How Partnerships Drive Prevention
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, July 22\, 2025\n\n\n\n1:00 pm PT / 2:00 pm MT / 3:00 pm CT / 4:00 pm ET \n\n\n\nThis event is open to all! \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an engaging session with Zero Overdose\, a national nonprofit dedicated to preventing overdose events by expanding access to overdose safety planning and education for individuals and communities at work. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn More & Register\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar will explore: \n\n\n\n\nWho we are: An overview of Zero Overdose’s mission\, values\, and work\n\n\n\nWhy it matters: The critical role of overdose safety planning in saving lives\n\n\n\nHow we can work together: Concrete partnership opportunities for organizations\, systems\, and individuals looking to make an impact\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re a service provider\, policymaker\, advocate\, or systems leader\, this session will offer insights into how you can align with the Zero Overdose framework to enhance your response to the overdose crisis. \n\n\n\nThis is Part 1 of a two-part series. \n\n\n\nPart 2 will be a more intimate\, members-only conversation focused on overdose safety planning in practice — a space for deeper discussion\, reflection\, and shared learning. Join us on Friday\, August 15th at 10am PT / 1pm ET for Part 2: A Transformational Discussion with Zero Overdose: Overdose Safety Planning. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVirna Little\, PsyD\, LCSW-R\, MBA\, CCM\, SAPCo-Founder and CEO of Zero Overdose \n\n\n\nDr. Virna Little is a distinguished leader in behavioral health integration. She is the co-founder of Concert Health\, a behavioral health medical group which provides Collaborative Care to organizations across 21 states. Dr. Little is also the Co-Founder and CEO of Zero Overdose\, a national non-profit focused on overdose safety planning to reduce unintentional overdose events and deaths. Dr. Little has served as a member of the national Zero Suicide faculty and a consultant who was fostered the development of integrated delivery systtems nationally in all 50 states and internationally. Dr. Little holds a Doctoral degree in Psychology\, and a Master’s in Social Work. A nationally and internationally recognized speaker\, Dr. Little has presented on suicide prevention strategies at the White House . She has received numerous awards for her work in integrating primary care and behavioral health and serves on multiple boards. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJorge Petit\, MDStrategy and Development Advisor at Zero Overdose \n\n\n\nJorge R. Petit\, MD is a board-certified Adult\, Community\, and Public Psychiatrist and seasoned healthcare executive with over 30 years of experience driving innovation and transformation across behavioral health and human services systems\, with a focus on marginalized and vulnerable populations. \n\n\n\nHe is the Founder and CEO of Quality Healthcare Solutions (QHS)\, a consulting and advisory firm supporting healthcare systems\, community-based organizations\, emerging tech start-ups\, and regulators. QHS specializes in strategic planning\, board and C-suite leadership\, workforce development (including DEIBA)\, data and quality improvement\, and integrated care initiatives such as Crisis Services and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs). Dr. Petit is a nationally recognized thought leader\, speaker\, author\, and bilingual/bicultural advocate for behavioral health equity. \n\n\n\nDr. Petit serves as Strategic and Development Advisor to Zero Overdose\, Chief Clinical Advisor to Cantata Health Solutions\, and Clinical Advisor to Emotivo Health\, Metta Health\, and Verity Health. He also serves on several national boards and advisory groups\, including SAMHSA’s CSAT National Advisory Council\, Cantata Health Solutions\, Primary Care Development Corporation (PCDC)\, and Mental Health News Education (MHNE). He is a member of the Group for the Advancement of Psychiatry’s Committee on Psychiatric Administration & Leadership\, United Hospital Fund’s Health Policy Forum\, and the Medical Director Institute of the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. \n\n\n\nHe has held executive leadership roles across government\, managed care\, hospital systems\, and community-based organizations. Dr. Petit is the author of Handbook of Emergency Psychiatry and The Seven Beliefs: A Step-by-Step Guide to Help Latinas Recognize and Overcome Depression. He has been recognized with numerous honors\, including the 2023 Marquis Who’s Who Honoree\, Crain’s 2022 Notable LGBTQ Leader\, City & State NY’s 2022 Nonprofit Power 100\, and Responsible 100.
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/webinar-zero-overdose-in-action-how-partnerships-drive-prevention/
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Staying the Course: Expanding Access to Behavioral Health Support for All
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, July 16\, 2025\n\n\n\n8:00 am PT / 9:00 am MT / 10:00 am CT / 11:00 am ET \n\n\n\nThis event is open to all! \n\n\n\n\nLearn More & Register\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEveryone should have the opportunity to access the behavioral health care and support they need to thrive. Yet\, in many communities\, access remains unevenly shaped by geography\, stigma\, and policy barriers. For national organizations and those working in community settings that are underserved or under resourced\, advancing this work requires clarity\, adaptability\, and a shared commitment to fairness. This webinar will highlight actionable strategies to strengthen behavioral health programs\, build trust across diverse communities\, and communicate shared values that keep people at the center\, no matter the setting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet the Presenters\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVic Armstrong\, MSWVice President for Health Equity and Engagement\, American Foundation for Suicide PreventionCBHL Board Member \n\n\n\n\n\nVictor Armstrong serves as Vice President for Health Equity and Engagement with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. In addition\, he is the National Director of Soul Shop for Black Churches\, a workshop that teaches faith leaders how to minister to congregants that may be dealing with suicidal desperation. Victor previously served as Chief Health Equity Officer for North Carolina Department of Health & Human Services\, with responsibility for leading the overarching strategy and operational goals to promote health equity\, diversity\, and inclusion across all the agency’s health and human services. Victor has also served as ‪Director of the NC Division of Mental Health\, with responsibility and oversight of the public community-based mental health\, intellectual and other developmental disabilities\, substance use\, and traumatic brain injury system in North Carolina. Prior to his NC state government roles\, Victor spent six years as Vice President of Behavioral Health with Atrium Health. ‬‬‬‬‬‬‬ \n\n\n\nVictor has over 30 years of experience in human services\, primarily dedicated to building and strengthening community resources to serve individuals who have been historically marginalized. ‬‬‬‬He is a nationally recognized speaker on issues regarding health equity and access to healthcare\, particularly as it relates to individuals living with mental health challenges.‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬ \n\n\n\nVictor currently serves on the steering committee of the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention. He also serves on the Board of Directors for RI International as well as the Board of Directors for I2I Center for integrative health. He is a member of the Board of Advisors for East Carolina University School of Social Work and is the host of the “Strong Talk” podcast. \n\n\n\nVictor’s awards and recognitions include: \n\n\n\n\nLiving Waters Annual Mental Health Summit 2022 “Lifetime Mental Health Champion” Award\n\n\n\nNational Association of Social Workers North Carolina (NASW-NC) 2022 Social Worker of the Year\n\n\n\nAddiction Professionals of NC (APNC) 2021 DEI Leadership & Impact Award\n\n\n\nMental Health America’s 2021 H. Keith Brunnemer\, Jr. Award for “Outstanding Mental Health Leadership”\n\n\n\nBlack Mental Health Symposium 2019 Mental Health Advocate of the Year\n\n\n\nEast Carolina University School of Social Work 2018 Distinguished Alumni Award\n\n\n\nNational Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) NC\, 2012 Mental Health Professional of the Year\n\n\n\n\nVictor graduated\, Magna Cum Laude\, from North Carolina Central University with a bachelor’s degree in business management and received his MSW from East Carolina University. He is the husband of Dr. Charletta Armstrong and the father of three sons\, Carter\, Alonzo\, and Victor Jr. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArthur C. Evans\, Jr.\, Ph.D.CEO of American Psychological Association \n\n\n\n\n\nDescribed as a visionary and transformational leader\, policymaker and health care innovator\, Arthur C. Evans Jr.\, PhD\, is CEO of the American Psychological Association\, the leading scientific and professional organization representing psychology in the United States. Evans previously served in public policy positions in Philadelphia and Connecticut\, where he led the transformation of their behavioral health systems and their approaches to serving a wide range of individuals with complex needs. Evans has employed science\, research\, community activism\, spirituality\, traditional clinical care\, policy and cross-system collaborations to change the status quo around behavioral health. He has held faculty appointments at Yale University’s and the University of Pennsylvania’s Schools of Medicine\, and is the author or co-author of over 60 peer-reviewed research articles\, chapters\, reviews and editorials. Over the years Evans has received national and international recognition\, including prestigious awards in government\, healthcare service\, visionary leadership\, actionable advocacy\, equity and social justice. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nModerator \n\n\n\nMarcy Melvin\, MASenior Vice President of Clinical Policy and Deputy Director of The Hackett Center for Mental Health at Meadows Mental Health Policy InstituteCBHL Board President-Elect \n\n\n\n\n\nMarcy Melvin is a pivotal executive with over 25 years of experience in behavioral health policy\, training\, and clinical practice. As a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas her experience includes providing direct clinical and supervisory services to children\, youth\, parents\, and young adults in various clinical settings including residential\, in-home\, outpatient\, private practice\, primary\, secondary\, and post-secondary locations. Marcy is extremely passionate about advancing health equity and reducing disparities and disproportionality; this has been a culmination of her life’s work in various clinical\, organizational and systems settings. \n\n\n\nMarcy has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Xavier University of Louisiana and a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Fisk University. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/webinar-staying-the-course-expanding-access-to-behavioral-health-support-for-all/
CATEGORIES:Public
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SUMMARY:Workforce Solutions Jam | A Global Perspective: International Innovation in Workforce Development and Lessons Learned on Scaling
DESCRIPTION:Workforce Solutions Jam | A Global Perspective: International Innovation in Workforce Development and Lessons Learned on Scaling\n\n\n\nTuesday\, July 15\, 2025 | 10:00 am PT / 11:00 am MT / 12:00 pm CT / 1:00 pm ETEvent Length: One Hour \n\n\n\nThis webinar is hosted as a partnership between the College for Behavioral Health Leadership (CBHL)\, The National Council for Mental Wellbeing\, and Health Management Associates (HMA).  \n\n\n\nThe workforce crisis in the United States is not distinct from similar challenges around the world. Although some of the challenges and solutions may appear different\, there are core consistencies. Within international efforts to address shortages and expand the workforce\, there are fresh and bold ideas that can inform the strategy in the United States. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe month’s Workforce Solutions Jam will provide an opportunity to learn from partners around the world. The Global Leadership Exchange will join us to discuss their role in convening international partners and expanding ideas in behavioral health. We will discuss global trends in the behavioral health workforce and discuss nuances in how countries address these challenges. Our panel will describe examples of workforce development efforts including expanding the non-traditional workforce to improve representation of communities and building programs specifically aimed to improve relationships and align care with local community culture.   \n\n\n\nSpeaker Information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSteve Appleton\, President and CEO\, Global Leadership Exchange \n\n\n\nSteve has been in post since January 2022\, having previously worked as the European Regional Lead between 2019-2022 and UK Liaison between 2017-2019. \n\n\n\nPrior to this\, Steve was Managing Director of a consultancy and research practice specialising in work relating to mental health\, housing\, disability and older age. \n\n\n\nSteve originally trained as a social worker. He held several practice posts and operational management roles in local government and then worked as a senior manager in a regional agency of the English National Health Service\, leading on mental health strategy and performance. He has worked nationally and internationally on population based mental health improvement programs in cities and urban regions. \n\n\n\nHe is the author of a range of UK national guidance and best practice and has played a leading role in population based mental health initiatives in cities across the UK and beyond. \n\n\n\nAlongside his role with GLE Steve also serves as Chair of the Board of the Association of Mental Health Providers in England and Wales\, and Chair of the Board of Beacon CHC. He is a member of the Global Leadership Council of eMHIC and a Global Advisor to the Coalition for Mental Health Investment. Steve is also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nManase Lua BA\, MA (Hons) \n\n\n\nPacific Lead (GLE) & Pacific Equity Lead (WISE Group) \n\n\n\nManase has worked in Government for ten years at the Ministry of Pacific Island Affairs 1996-2001 and Ministry of Health in the Disability Services Directorate 2002-2008. He has also worked in the NGO sector in different roles including as senior manager for almost twenty years. He is the Pacific Equity Lead for the WISE Group and supports the CE’s and teams at Le Va and Te Pou with their extensive programs\, especially the Pacific regional networks and international initiatives like the Pacific Behavioural Health Collaborating Council (PBHCC) of the US Administered Pacific Territories. He is also the Pacific Lead for the Global Leadership Exchange (GLE). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnnelotte Pleij works as a specialised mental health nurse in one of the self steering teams in Amsterdam\, The Netherlands\, within BuurtzorgT. BuurzorgT is an organisation that provides specialised psychiatric treatment at the homes of their patients. \n\n\n\nAnnelotte has worked in several mental health institutions. Although she always loved working with patients\, she didn’t like the hierarchical systems of these institutions. Since working as a community mental health nurse within BuurtzorgT she finds she can shape her work the way she thinks is needed. \n\n\n\nAnnelotte got her post bachelor degree in social psychiatric nursing\, which helped her understand psychiatric problems in a wider perspective. She incorporates the context into the treatment. A ‘disease’ or ‘disorder’ never stands alone. \n\n\n\nAnnelotte is passionate about her work\, about changing mental health institutions to work in a different way. As a project developer and Steward (elected board member) within BuurtzorgT she helps organizations worldwide to make the transition to a more equal\, non horizontal way of working that gives more autonomy and joy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSean Russell is the COO and European Lead for Global Leadership Exchange. He has over 30 years of senior leadership experience within the public\, private and charity sectors.  \n\n\n\nOver the last 15 years\, Sean has been a senior Police Officer with specialty in public protection\, the Implementation Director that led the development and implementation of the Mental Health Commission Action plan in the West Midlands\, England. He was the founder of Thrive at Work and led the regional response to implementing Thrive into Work to support people living with mental health and or a disability into good work.  Until recently\, Sean Russell was the Principal Investigator for the Midlands Engine Mental Health and Productivity Pilot\, a government funded research programme reaching over 800\,000 employees across the English Midlands Region. The ambition of the programme was to reduce the burden of mental ill health\, improve people’s lives\, and encourage healthier more productive communities through community and workplace wellbeing. Sean holds a Public Service MBA\, Diploma in Forensic Mental Health and is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. He was recently awarded an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours list for his services to Mental Health. He also works as an Associate Professor at Warwick University Medical School with a research portfolio investigating the employer’s and employees’ responses to workplace wellbeing initiatives.  \n\n\n\nSean lives in Stratford upon Avon\, England and is a keen amateur cook. In his spare time\, Sean enjoys walking and planning his ambition to run a small coffeeshop / bookshop to help reduce social isolation! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKirsten Windfuhr\, Ph.D.\, M.A.Associate Director – Insight\, Analytics and DevelopmentNHS Benchmarking Network\, UK \n\n\n\nKirsten has over 25 years’ experience in healthcare research\, improvement and commissioning\, with specialist knowledge in mental health services.  Having joined the NHS Benchmarking Network in 2021\, Kirsten led the team delivering a UK wide and international portfolio of work across mental health\, learning disabilities and autism spectrum disorder services.  In 2024 Kirsten took on a business-wide role with a focus on developing strategic partnerships\, engaging with senior system leaders and stakeholders\, leveraging and creating market insights to drive innovation\, and working with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions to meet the changing needs of organisations in a challenging healthcare landscape. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBackground\n\n\n\nThe Workforce Solutions Jam is a monthly webinar to build national momentum and encourage collaboration through the Workforce Solutions Partnership. The partnership is leveraging Collective Impact to address the workforce crisis\, and using a cross-sector approach to address the long-standing challenges for expanding and solidifying the behavioral health workforce. \n\n\n\nThe Workforce Solutions Partnership is the new name for the partnership between the National Council for Mental Wellbeing\, Health Management Associates and the College for Behavioral Health Leadership. The Center for Workforce Solutions continues to operate as an initiative of the National Council.
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/workforce-solutions-jam-july-2025/
CATEGORIES:Public,Workforce Solutions Jam
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SUMMARY:Workforce Solutions Jam | Skilling Up the Behavioral Health Workforce: Practical Solutions from Higher Education
DESCRIPTION:Workforce Solutions Jam | Skilling Up the Behavioral Health Workforce: Practical Solutions from Higher Education \n\n\n\nTuesday\, June 17\, 2025 | 10:00 am PT / 11:00 am MT / 12:00 pm CT / 1:00 pm ETEvent Length: One Hour \n\n\n\nThis webinar is hosted as a partnership between the College for Behavioral Health Leadership (CBHL)\, The National Council for Mental Wellbeing\, and Health Management Associates (HMA).  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe urgency of preparing current professionals to meet this growing need has never been greater. Substantial shortages are projected across key roles—including mental health counselors\, marriage and family therapists\, addiction counselors\, and social workers—by 20371. These shortages are driven not only by increased demand\, but also by burnout\, limited scopes of practice\, and gaps in ongoing training.  \n\n\n\nThis month’s Workforce Solutions Jam will build on April’s conversation\, and spotlight how higher education institutions are innovating to close workforce readiness gaps and ensure that current professionals are equipped\, supported\, and retained to meet increasingly complex care needs.  \n\n\n\nPanelists from leading universities will share real-world examples of how they are aligning academic programs with workforce realities\, expanding access to continuing education\, and partnering with employers to strengthen the behavioral health pipeline.  \n\n\n\nKey highlights of this webinar include:  \n\n\n\n\nExplore strategies for upskilling existing professionals to meet emerging and evolving demands in behavioral health care.  \n\n\n\nUnderstand how academic programs are partnering with employers to align training with real-world needs and expectations.  \n\n\n\nLearn about innovative models for continuing education and professional development that support retention and career growth. \n\n\n\n\n1National Center for Health Workforce Analysis. (2024\, November). Projecting health workforce supply and demand. Health Resources and Services Administration. https://bhw.hrsa.gov/data-research/projecting-health-workforce-supply-demand  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Teresa Garate is an experienced and innovative leader with over 35 years of experience leading systems change\, innovation and growth in the complex environments of public health\, healthcare\, public education\, higher education and government.   As a public health and education expert\, Dr. Garate serves as subject matter expert on topics ranging from strategy development to operations and program evaluation and design.   Dr. Garate has extensive experience in public health\, behavioral health\, substance use disorders and addiction treatment\, school-based health services\, and hospital and health systems \n\n\n\nIn addition to many leadership roles in the field of behavioral health\, substance use disorder and addiction treatment\, Dr. Garate also holds a faculty appointment in the Department of Disability and Human Development (DHD) at the University of Illinois at Chicago\, where she has taught undergraduate and graduate courses in the College of Education\, Department of Psychology and DHD.  She has served as a guest lecturer for various universities and is the Vice Chair of the Illinois Community College Board.  Over the years she has mentored and supported numerous students in pursuit of education\, public health\, healthcare and behavioral health fields.  She was a key contributor to the IL Behavioral Healthcare Workforce Shortage Task Force that resulted in the creation of a Behavioral Healthcare Workforce Center. \n\n\n\nMost recently\, she was the executive vice president of strategy\, development and growth\, with Rogers Behavioral Health System\, where she led the development of a multi-disciplinary division\, encompassing government relations\, national policy\, payor contracting\, marketing\, communications\, business development and real estate development. Teresa launched the organization’s first national\, state and local government relations strategy\, restructured the business development department to pursue strategic sales and positioned the organization for national advocacy through national alliances and campaigns. \n\n\n\nTeresa also served as senior vice president of strategic partnerships and engagement for the Gateway Foundation\, a national non-profit serving people with substance use disorders in nine states. She led the organization through the COVID-19 pandemic\, leveraging local and state partnerships\, acquiring PPE\, ensuring timely delivery of vaccinations and securing over $25 million in state and federal grants over five years. \n\n\n\nTeresa was an Illinois state officer in Governor Pat Quinn’s cabinet\, serving as the assistant director of the Illinois Department of Public Health. As a senate confirmed appointee\, she was responsible for managing all of the agency’s day-to-day operations\, including providing guidance and oversight for the state’s 96 local health departments serving 102 counties. She assumed the lead position on developing Medicaid initiatives and healthcare regulations\, including navigating the impact on hospitals and long-term care facilities\, and drove the completion of a legislatively mandated state health improvement plan. Prior to this\, Teresa was chief of staff for the Chicago Public Schools’ Office of Specialized Services\, leading school redesign\, strategic district-wide initiatives\, and public information initiatives focused on special education\, juvenile justice\, and disability access. \n\n\n\nTeresa earned her Doctor of Philosophy and her Master of Education in special education from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She earned her bachelors’ degrees in applied psychology and special education from Loyola University of Chicago. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNishanna Ramoutar\, LCSW\, MS.Ed.\, is a clinical social work leader with over 15 years of experience\, specializing in trauma-informed infant mental health and child welfare. As Senior Learning Specialist at The Jewish Board\, she oversees the Social Work Residency Program\, managing curriculum development\, training\, and integrating evidence-based practices in outpatient mental health settings across New York City. As an adjunct professor at the Silberman School of Social Work and Erikson Institute\, she supports early-career social workers and infant mental health specialists by cultivating critical thinking\, self-awareness\, and a practice centered on the liberation of marginalized communities\, fostering collective healing through culturally responsive\, community-focused work. A passionate advocate for infant mental health\, she contributes to the professional development of early childhood practitioners through initiatives like the Irving Harris Foundation’s Professional Development Network and her involvement in various IMH and social work associations. Nishanna received her MSW from the Silberman School of Social Work and her MS Ed from Bank Street College of Education. She also holds a postgraduate certificate in Infant Mental Health and Trauma from Adelphi University. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Alina Perez\, Dean of the College of Allied Health at Walden University. Dr. Perez holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and is a licensed psychologist practicing in Florida. Alongside her leadership work\, she remains deeply connected to clinical practice\, providing psychological assessment and psychotherapy to a wide range of adult clients.  \n\n\n\nBut what truly sets Dr. Perez apart is her impressive professional background—her commitment to mentorship\, her ability to lead with empathy\, and her passion for cultivating growth\, both in others and within herself.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nBackground\n\n\n\nThe Workforce Solutions Jam is a monthly webinar to build national momentum and encourage collaboration through the Workforce Solutions Partnership. The partnership is leveraging Collective Impact to address the workforce crisis\, and using a cross-sector approach to address the long-standing challenges for expanding and solidifying the behavioral health workforce. \n\n\n\nThe Workforce Solutions Partnership is the new name for the partnership between the National Council for Mental Wellbeing\, Health Management Associates and the College for Behavioral Health Leadership. The Center for Workforce Solutions continues to operate as an initiative of the National Council.
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/workforce-solutions-jam-june-2025/
CATEGORIES:Public,Workforce Solutions Jam
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SUMMARY:Candid Conversations with Sean Fitzpatrick\, PhD\, LPC | Leading with (Self) Compassion
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 1110:00am PT / 11:00am MT / 12:00pm CT / 1:00 pm ET \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\nThis conversation is for CBHL members. \n\n\n\nJoin Sean Fitzpatrick\, PhD\, LPC\, executive director of The Jung Center in Houston\, for this candid conversation about the limits of self-care and the work of leading with compassion when our organizations are in crisis. \n\n\n\nWhat are CBHL Candid Conversations? \nCBHL Candid Conversations provide an informal platform for connecting and networking with other CBHL members\, fostering an environment where we can learn from one another’s experiences.  Led by a CBHL member or partner\, these sessions are designed to facilitate the exchange of valuable leadership insights\, skills\, and support.  Occurring at least once a month\, Candid Conversations are open to all CBHL members.    \n\n\n\n\nThe purpose of CBHL Candid Conversations is to:  \n\nNetwork and Collaborate: Meet and engage with fellow CBHL colleagues in an informal\, small group environment that encourages collaboration and the building of meaningful connections \n\n\n\nLearn and Innovate: Acquire new skills and exchange fresh ideas with experienced leaders in a supportive and trusting environment\, fostering personal and professional growth \n\n\n\nShowcase Success: Highlight successful member programs or best and promising practices that demonstrate potential for scaling and broader application. 
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/candid-conversations-with-sean-fitzpatrick-phd-lpc-leading-with-self-compassion/
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SUMMARY:CBHL Leadership Community | Supporting the Uptake of Behavioral Health Apps and Technology  
DESCRIPTION:11:00 am PT / 12:00 pm MT / 1:00 pm CT / 2:00 pm ET \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you grappling with how to address unmet or undermet needs among specific population groups in your community or organization?  \n\n\n\nHave you considered the possibility of integrating behavioral health apps or new technologies into services?   \n\n\n\nDo you feel stuck by how to choose the right technology\, or how to implement successfully?    \n\n\n\nThe increasing demand for behavioral health services\, coupled with challenges in the workforce\, creates a compelling reason to take a closer look at forward-thinking solutions.  Behavioral health apps and other technologies have the potential to supplement existing services by increasing access and engagement among specific communities or population groups.   This quarterly CBHL Leadership Community series is designed for any CBHL member interested in the successful integration of behavioral health apps and technology as a complement to existing practices.  You are encouraged to register and join the full series.  \n\n\n\nBackground:  \n\n\n\nSignificant interest in our November 2023 webinar\, Revolutionizing Behavioral Health: The Role of Behavioral Health Apps in Addressing the Workforce Crisis\, sparked a follow up roundtable dialogue where CBHL members delved into the potential of behavioral health apps as a transformative technology supporting both mental and physical wellbeing. Participants explored challenges faced by organizations in determining how to select the right technology\, considerations for how to implement as a complement to existing services\, and additional support members might need to feel more informed and better equipped to successfully integrate behavioral health apps and technology into existing practices.   \n\n\n\n\nWhat is a CBHL Leadership Community?  \n\n\n\nCBHL Leadership Communities connect leaders\, organizations\, and systems eager to learn and work across sectors in pursuit of a shared goal.  \n\n\n\nWhat is the purpose of a CBHL Leadership Community? \n\n\n\nCBHL leadership communities are created based on member interest with a focus on a specific topic or leadership population. They are recurring over a specific period of time and open to all CBHL members.  \n\n\n\n\nTo improve knowledge and skills of behavioral health leaders through collaboration\, the exchange of ideas\, and professional dialogue. \n\n\n\nTo facilitate informed and collaborative leadership for improved individual\, organizational\, and community outcomes.\n\n\n\nEncourage organic connections among CBHL members through ongoing collaboration around a shared interest. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGuest Speakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Mohr received his PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Arizona. He was on the faculty at the University of California\, San Francisco from 1994 to 2006\, when he moved to join the Department of Preventive Medicine at Northwestern University. He is the founder and director of the Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies (CBITs). Dr. Mohr has been elected as a Fellow of the American Psychological Association and of the Society for Behavioral Medicine.  \n\n\n\nDr. Mohr’s work focuses on the design and implementation of digital mental health treatments that fit into the fabric of people’s lives and can be sustainably implemented in real-world settings. His research integrates user centered design processes to incorporate stakeholder input into the creation and evaluation of digital mental health services. He is also examining methods of harnessing sensor data from devices such as smartphones to identify behaviors\, states\, and environmental conditions\, and using these to design digital mental health tools that are more effective and easier for people to use.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStephen Schueller\, PhD is a Professor of Psychological Science and Informatics at the University of California\, Irvine. He received his bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of California\, Riverside\, his PhD in clinical psychology from the University of Pennsylvania and completed his clinical internship and postdoctoral fellowship at the University of California\, San Francisco as part of the Public Health and Minority Cluster at San Francisco General Hospital.  As a clinical psychologist and mental health services researcher\, Dr. Schueller’s work focuses on how technology can improve mental health services by expanding access and improving accessibility. This includes the development\, evaluation\, and implementation of digital mental health treatments in diverse settings and populations.  At UCI\, he directs the Technology and Mental Health (TEAM) Lab\, is the Director of the Dissemination and Implementation Unit for the Institute of Clinical and Translation Science and is a member of UCI’s Connected Learning Lab and the Jacobs CERES Center. \n\n\n\n\n\nLeadership Community Hosts\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Gastfriend is an addiction psychiatrist. At Harvard Medical School\, he directed addiction research at Massachusetts General Hospital and was an investigator in the NIDA Cocaine Collaborative Study\, NIAAA’s COMBINE Study and NIDA’s Clinical Trials Network. As Vice President at Alkermes\, Inc.\, he directed scientific publications on Vivitrol in clinical\, criminal justice and health economics research. \n\n\n\nHis research led most states to endorse the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Criteria. His 150 scientific publications include the books The ASAM Criteria and Addiction Treatment Matching. His ASAM CONTINUUM – The ASAM Criteria Decision Engine ® and ASAM’s CO-Triage ® tools are being adopted nationwide. \n\n\n\nIn 2016\, he co-founded DynamiCare Health\, a nationally-scalable technology for Contingency Management and predictive analytics\, winning awards from HarvardBusiness School\, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts\, the Governor of Ohio\, and the New York Times. He has consulted to governments in Belgium\, China\, Iceland\, Israel\, Norway\, Russia and the U.S. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGarrett E. Moran\, Ph.D.\, serves as the the Principal Investigator for the Academy for Integrating Behavioral Health and Primary Care\, a program sponsored by the federal Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)\, and served as Project Director of the Academy from 2010 until 2018. He is deeply committed to advancing holistic\, person-centered health care. Dr. Moran retired in 2021 from his role as the Associate Director of Services and Policy Innovation in the Rockefeller Neurosciences Institute\, and Professor in the School of Public Health and the Department of Behavioral Medicine and Psychiatry at West Virginia University (WVU). Before coming to WVU he was a Vice President and Associate Director at Westat where he worked for 29 years. \n\n\n\nDr. Moran has more than 50 years of experience in public policy\, program evaluation\, research\, and management. His career has included key leadership roles on projects for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE)\, as well as consulting roles with states working on health reform and care integration. His major areas of substantive expertise include integrated healthcare delivery\, health care financing\, health information technology\, and program evaluation. Dr. Moran directed the consultant support and writing contract for the President’s New Freedom Commission on Mental Health in the early 2000s\, and subsequently served as an Advisor and Consultant to the States of Maryland and Ohio as they developed mental health transformation plans.
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/cbhl-leadership-community-supporting-the-uptake-of-behavioral-health-apps-and-technology-june-2025/
CATEGORIES:Members Only
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T140000
DTSTAMP:20260522T070906
CREATED:20250509T173815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T132749Z
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SUMMARY:Using Force Field Analysis to Assist in Strategic Directions
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 22\, 202510am PT / 11am MT / 12pm CT / 1pm ET\n\n\n\nComplimentary for CBHL Members$50 for Non-CBHL Members \n\n\n\n\nLearn More & Register\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn today’s rapidly changing landscape\, successfully implementing innovations and strategic initiatives requires more than just good ideas—it demands a keen understanding of the forces that will help or hinder your success. This practical webinar introduces participants to an adapted approach to Kurt Lewin’s Force Field Analysis\, a powerful diagnostic tool that helps leaders objectively assess the driving and restraining forces affecting their strategic directions. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re launching a new project\, implementing organizational change\, or advancing an innovative idea\, understanding the human dynamics at play can mean the difference between success and failure. Through real-world examples and interactive exercises\, you’ll learn how to systematically map out the individuals and factors supporting or opposing your initiatives\, allowing you to develop more effective implementation strategies. \n\n\n\nKey Learning Objectives \n\n\n\n\nBecome familiar with an adapted approach to Lewin’s Force Field Analysis and how it can be applied to modern organizational challenges\n\n\n\nLearn how to use Force Field Analysis to objectively identify and assess who supports or opposes your innovations or projects—and more importantly\, understand their motivations\n\n\n\nReceive a comprehensive outline template for conducting your own Force Field Analysis\, enabling immediate application to your current strategic initiatives\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend \n\n\n\nThis webinar is ideal for executives\, managers\, project leaders\, change agents\, and anyone responsible for implementing strategic initiatives or driving innovation within their organization. \n\n\n\n\nLearn More & Register\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet the Speaker\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFran Silvestri\, MBA\, recently left the role as founding President and Chief Executive Officer of the Global Leadership Exchange (GLE)\, formerly the International Initiative for Mental Health Leadership (IIMHL) and International Initiative for Disability Leadership (IIDL)\, which he helped organize in 2003. GLE is jointly funded by ten countries\, to build partnerships between mental health leaders in order to rapidly exchange knowledge of best and promising practices internationally.Before his work with GLE (formerly IIMHL)\, Fran was CEO of Monadnock Family Services (MFS) in Keene\, NH. In this role he looked internationally to identify\, and then replicate\, innovative services that promote recovery and social inclusion for consumers of mental health services. \n\n\n\nSuch services have included the Wyman Way Cooperative\, an independent\, non-profit corporation managed and operated by consumers of mental health services (based on the Trieste model). He was a founder of a state wide Integrated MH network in New Hampshire owned by six hospitals\, 10 MH centers and the largest physician practice in the state.Through his work with GLE\, he has assisted in building international collaborations resulting in the rapid transfer of innovations and creative practices from one country to another.The unique week long GLE Leadership Exchange is held every two years and is a unique global experience for key MH leaders to meet international colleagues\, share knowledge and build partnerships. GLE also has facilitated a series of ongoing collaborations on specific topics and has partnered with the WHO on their Special Initiative working with 10 low and middle income countries to link key national mental health leaders to support developments.
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/using-force-field-analysis-to-assist-in-strategic-directions/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T140000
DTSTAMP:20260522T070906
CREATED:20250410T141948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T175507Z
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SUMMARY:Workforce Solutions Jam | Solving Together: Celebrating Year One of Workforce Solutions Jams
DESCRIPTION:Workforce Solutions Jam | Solving Together: Celebrating Year One of Workforce Solutions Jams\n\n\n\nTuesday\, May 20\, 2025 | 10:00 am PT / 11:00 am MT / 12:00 pm CT / 1:00 pm ETEvent Length: One Hour \n\n\n\nThis webinar is hosted as a partnership between the College for Behavioral Health Leadership (CBHL)\, The National Council for Mental Wellbeing\, and Health Management Associates (HMA).  \n\n\n\nJoin us for an inspirational webinar as we mark the first anniversary of our Workforce Solutions Jams!  In this milestone event hear from our three partner organizations on their reflections over the last year and what’s ahead. Come connect with cross-sector organizations and change-makers to reflect on a year of collaborative problem-solving and innovation.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect:  \n\n\n\n\nA retrospective of key takeaways and recurring themes from our Jam sessions \n\n\n\n\n\nStories from organizations that are implementing meaningful changes based on Jam insights \n\n\n\n\n\nIntroduction of exciting new opportunities for engagement and collaboration \n\n\n\n\nWhether you’ve been with us from the beginning or are curious about joining our community\, this webinar offers valuable perspectives on addressing behavioral health workforce challenges through collective intelligence and shared experience.  \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to connect with peers\, celebrate our achievements\, and discover new ways to participate in shaping the future of behavioral health workforce solutions.  \n\n\n\nJoin us on Tuesday\, May 20 for our next Workforce Solutions Jam! The Workforce Solutions Jam is a monthly webinar to build national momentum and encourage collaboration through the Workforce Solutions Partnership. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\nResources and Links\n\n\n\nCrosswalk of 400 recommendations on behavioral health workforce \n\n\n\nCall to Action \n\n\n\nPrevious Jam Recordings \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Information \n\n\n\n\n\nMary Beth Fessler LPCC\, LADC has been working in the field of substance use disorders and mental health since 2008. She obtained her Masters Degree from the Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School of Addiction Studies and is dually licensed as a LADC and LPCC. She has had a strong passion for working with women since 2010 when she started working at Wayside House. Mary Beth spent 6 years working with mental health residential programs (IRTS) and also has experience in case management services. Her areas of interest include secondary trauma\, work-life balance\, infertility\, and leadership development. When not working\, Mary Beth spends time with her husband\, Branden\, Daughter\, Sloane and yorkies\, Indy & Koda. She is a huge NFL fan\, a MN Vikings season ticket holder\, and is in a couple’s bowling league. Mary Beth is a new mom and thrilled to again be working with women and families. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Workforce Solutions Jam provides an opportunity to: \n\n\n\n\nLearn innovative new practices\n\n\n\nStay informed about ongoing efforts\n\n\n\nEngage with subject matter experts\n\n\n\nHear about new legislation and/or federal workforce efforts\n\n\n\nTake action!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBackground\n\n\n\nThe Workforce Solutions Jam is a monthly webinar to build national momentum and encourage collaboration through the Workforce Solutions Partnership. The partnership is leveraging Collective Impact to address the workforce crisis\, and using a cross-sector approach to address the long-standing challenges for expanding and solidifying the behavioral health workforce. \n\n\n\nThe Workforce Solutions Partnership is the new name for the partnership between the National Council for Mental Wellbeing\, Health Management Associates and the College for Behavioral Health Leadership. The Center for Workforce Solutions continues to operate as an initiative of the National Council.
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/workforce-solutions-jam-may-2025/
CATEGORIES:Public,Workforce Solutions Jam
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T160000
DTSTAMP:20260522T070906
CREATED:20241025T140146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T143106Z
UID:10000399-1747321200-1747324800@www.leaders4health.org
SUMMARY:CBHL Leadership Community | Equity as a Foundation for Leadership 
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 15\, 2025Theme: Demonstrating Transformational Leadership to Improve Communities 12:00 pm PT / 1:00 pm MT / 2:00 pm CT / 3:00 pm ET \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs a leader\, are you:  \n\n\n\n\nReady to cultivate an understanding of how inequity is perpetuated by and in behavioral health systems? \n\n\n\nInterested in how to practice intersectional allyship? \n\n\n\nCurious about integrating data equity frameworks and culturally responsive approaches? \n\n\n\nAware of the importance of engaging in co-production and community-driven practices\, but need a little support in doing so? \n\n\n\nPrepared to demonstrate transformational leadership to improve communities? \n\n\n\n\nIf the answer is yes to any of the above\, then this leadership community is for you!  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us together with Ebony Chambers\, CBHL’s Director of Equity-Grounded Leadership\, at our leadership community – Equity as a Foundation for Leadership – for a bi-monthly leadership community designed for any CBHL member interested in developing their knowledge\, skills\, and leadership behaviors as an equity-grounded leader.  You are encouraged to register and join the full series.  \n\n\n\nBackground: Equity-grounded leadership shifts the focus of leaders towards intersectionality\, equity\, and anti-racism to drive behavioral health systems transformation. The equity-grounded leadership concept was co-produced with cross-sector behavioral health leaders from around the country\, who developed equity-grounded leadership competencies\, or Principles of Change. Each of the five Principles is accompanied by the necessary knowledge\, values\, skills\, and operational practice behaviors associated with each principle.    \n\n\n\n\nWhat is a CBHL Leadership Community? \n\n\n\nCBHL Leadership Communities connect leaders\, organizations\, and systems eager to learn and work across sectors in pursuit of a shared goal.  \n\n\n\nWhat is the purpose of a CBHL Leadership Community? \n\n\n\n\nImprove knowledge and skills of behavioral health leaders through collaboration\, the exchange of ideas\, and professional dialogue.  \n\n\n\nFacilitate informed and collaborative leadership for improved individual\, organizational\, and community outcomes. \n\n\n\nEncourage organic connections among CBHL members through ongoing collaboration around a shared interest.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeadership Community Host\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEbony Chambers is the Director of Equity-Grounded Leadership for The College for Behavioral Health Leadership. In this role\, she oversees the delivery\, facilitation\, content\, and progress of the Equity-Grounded Leadership (EGL) Fellow Program.   \n\n\n\nEbony has over 18 years of experience working with issues of social justice\, equity\, education\, mental health and diversity.
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/cbhl-leadership-community-equity-as-a-foundation-for-leadership-may/
CATEGORIES:CBHL Leadership Community,Members Only
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T120000
DTSTAMP:20260522T070906
CREATED:20250501T145411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T145415Z
UID:10000420-1747047600-1747051200@www.leaders4health.org
SUMMARY:Webinar | Reorganization\, Rescission\, & Budget Resolutions: A Federal Policy Update on Behavioral Health
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, May 12\, 2025\n\n\n\n11:00 am PT / 12:00 pm MT / 1:00 pm CT / 2:00 pm ET \n\n\n\nThis event is open to all! \n\n\n\n\n\nThis timely webinar offers behavioral health professionals\, administrators\, and advocates a comprehensive update on recent federal policy changes affecting mental health and substance use disorder services. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn More & Register\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJonah Cunningham\, President and CEO of National Association of County Behavioral Health and Developmental Disability Directors (NACBHDD) will provide context and background on current policy developments on the federal level including budget rescissions\, the proposed restructuring of key agencies\, and legislative actions that impact behavioral health funding and service delivery. Attendees will be given timely information on how recent policy developments may affect their organizations and communities as well as resources for engagement. \n\n\n\nKey Outcome: \n\n\n\nPolicy Navigation Framework: Participants will receive a clear understanding of recent federal budget resolutions\, rescission measures\, and reorganization efforts affecting behavioral health programs\, with specific attention to funding streams\, reporting requirements\, and compliance timelines. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJonah C. Cunningham currently serves as President and CEO of the National Association of County Behavioral Health and Developmental Disability Directors (NACBHDD).  In this role he proactively advocates for national policies that recognize and support the critical role counties play in caring for people affected by mental illness\, addiction\, and developmental disabilities.  In this capacity he also serves as Executive Director of the National Association for Rural Mental Health.    \n\n\n\nPrior to joining NACBHDD\, Jonah worked at Trust for America’s Health\, a public health think tank\, where he focused extensively on ways to reduce mortality from substance misuse and suicide.  Additionally\, he worked as a congressional staffer for several years in the office of Congresswoman Grace F. Napolitano (CA) where he helped to reestablish the Congressional Mental Health Caucus and created a Suicide Prevention Task Force within the Caucus.    \n\n\n\nJonah C. Cunningham has received numerous awards and recognition for his commitment to the field of behavioral health and those served by the nation’s behavioral health system. Jonah has a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from the University of Utah and a Master of Public Policy from The George Washington University.  In his free time\, he enjoys learning how to cook and is an avid Jiu-Jitsu practitioner. 
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/webinar-reorganization-rescission-budget-resolutions-a-federal-policy-update-on-behavioral-health/
CATEGORIES:Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T140000
DTSTAMP:20260522T070906
CREATED:20250401T205942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T205945Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Networking Chat and Member Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting virtual networking opportunity exclusively for CBHL members on Tuesday\, May 6\, at 10:00 am PT / 1:00pm ET!  \n\n\n\nConnect with fellow behavioral health leaders in a relaxed online environment where you can expand your network\, share insights\, and discover potential collaborations. \n\n\n\nThis interactive session provides the perfect platform to meet new faces\, reconnect with colleagues\, and exchange ideas that can benefit your CBHL membership journey. We look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\n\nRegister via Glue Up\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCBHL Members: If you have not yet activated your member account in Glue Up\, don’t worry – register for the event using the same email associated with your CBHL membership and it will guide you through the process! Contact Chelsey Gutierrez cgutierrez@leaders4health.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/virtual-networking-chat-and-member-meet-greet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T150000
DTSTAMP:20260522T070906
CREATED:20250401T204102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T204547Z
UID:10000417-1745503200-1745506800@www.leaders4health.org
SUMMARY:Candid Conversations with Taina Martinez-Laing\, MSW\, NYCPS | Rising Together: Empowering Peer Leadership and Community Impact
DESCRIPTION:Members-Only \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a one-hour Candid Conversations event exclusively for CBHL members\, focused on advancing peer support\, advocacy\, and leadership. This engaging session is designed to inspire\, empower\, and connect behavioral health leaders who are dedicated to creating meaningful change in their communities. \n\n\n\n\nRegister via Glue Up\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLed by Taina Martinez-Laing\, MSW\, NYCPS\, an accomplished peer leader and CBHL board member\, this conversation will explore essential strategies for thriving in peer leadership roles that require both professional expertise and deep personal resilience. \n\n\n\nParticipants will gain valuable insights into sustainable leadership practices tailored to the unique challenges of behavioral health and peer support. The discussion will also cover strategies for navigating systemic change\, managing complex systems\, and prioritizing self-care as a leader. \n\n\n\nThis intimate gathering offers CBHL members the opportunity to deepen their commitment to peer leadership\, community integration\, and professional growth. Through collaborative dialogue\, participants will explore how community-centered approaches can strengthen organizations and open pathways for ongoing learning and leadership development. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTaina Martinez\, MSW\, NYCPS\, has been employed at Baltic Street Wellness Solutions (formerly Baltic Street AEH\, Inc.) since 2002 and was appointed as the new CEO as of September 2020. Taina brings over 20 years of peer supervision\, advocacy\, and vocational services to individuals with mental health and substance use/misuse diagnoses. Taina is passionate about advocacy that addresses equality and service disparities in low socioeconomic communities. She believes in the power of peer specialists and the integration of peer advocates in all areas of recovery and support. Taina often states\, “Peer advocacy supports are integral to all social determinants of health! We cannot allow social or health policies to be written without the inclusion of the peer perspective and insight.” \n\n\n\nTaina participates on several committees and boards across New York State; she is the Treasurer of the Alliance for Rights and Recovery (formerly New York Association of Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services (NYAPRS))\, is President of the New York State Peer Certification Board\, is a member of the Institute for the Development of Human Arts (IDHA) board\, a member of WCNY-IPA\, and is a professional participant in developing and overviewing the exam of the MHA National Certified Peer Specialist. Taina graduated from Stony Brook University with her MSW\, is a New York State Certified Peer Specialist and is looking forward to pursuing her Ph.D. in researching transgenerational trauma and the links of systematic oppression within the mental health and justice system. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat are CBHL Candid Conversations? \nCBHL Candid Conversations provide an informal platform for connecting and networking with other CBHL members\, fostering an environment where we can learn from one another’s experiences.  Led by a CBHL member or partner\, these sessions are designed to facilitate the exchange of valuable leadership insights\, skills\, and support.  Occurring at least once a month\, Candid Conversations are open to all CBHL members.    \n\n\n\n\nThe purpose of CBHL Candid Conversations is to:  \n\nNetwork and Collaborate: Meet and engage with fellow CBHL colleagues in an informal\, small group environment that encourages collaboration and the building of meaningful connections \n\n\n\nLearn and Innovate: Acquire new skills and exchange fresh ideas with experienced leaders in a supportive and trusting environment\, fostering personal and professional growth \n\n\n\nShowcase Success: Highlight successful member programs or best and promising practices that demonstrate potential for scaling and broader application. 
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/candid-conversations-with-taina-martinez-laing-msw-nycps-rising-together-empowering-peer-leadership-and-community-impact/
CATEGORIES:Candid Conversations,Members Only
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T160000
DTSTAMP:20260522T070906
CREATED:20241022T134412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T195535Z
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SUMMARY:CBHL Leadership Community | Equity as a Foundation for Leadership 
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, April 17\, 2025Theme: Engaging in Co-Production and Community Driven Practices12:00 pm PT / 1:00 pm MT / 2:00 pm CT / 3:00 pm ET \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs a leader\, are you:  \n\n\n\n\nReady to cultivate an understanding of how inequity is perpetuated by and in behavioral health systems? \n\n\n\nInterested in how to practice intersectional allyship? \n\n\n\nCurious about integrating data equity frameworks and culturally responsive approaches? \n\n\n\nAware of the importance of engaging in co-production and community-driven practices\, but need a little support in doing so? \n\n\n\nPrepared to demonstrate transformational leadership to improve communities? \n\n\n\n\nIf the answer is yes to any of the above\, then this leadership community is for you!  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us together with Ebony Chambers\, CBHL’s Director of Equity-Grounded Leadership\, at our leadership community – Equity as a Foundation for Leadership – for a bi-monthly leadership community designed for any CBHL member interested in developing their knowledge\, skills\, and leadership behaviors as an equity-grounded leader.  You are encouraged to register and join the full series.  \n\n\n\nBackground: Equity-grounded leadership shifts the focus of leaders towards intersectionality\, equity\, and anti-racism to drive behavioral health systems transformation. The equity-grounded leadership concept was co-produced with cross-sector behavioral health leaders from around the country\, who developed equity-grounded leadership competencies\, or Principles of Change. Each of the five Principles is accompanied by the necessary knowledge\, values\, skills\, and operational practice behaviors associated with each principle.    \n\n\n\n\nWhat is a CBHL Leadership Community? \n\n\n\nCBHL Leadership Communities connect leaders\, organizations\, and systems eager to learn and work across sectors in pursuit of a shared goal.  \n\n\n\nWhat is the purpose of a CBHL Leadership Community? \n\n\n\n\nImprove knowledge and skills of behavioral health leaders through collaboration\, the exchange of ideas\, and professional dialogue.  \n\n\n\nFacilitate informed and collaborative leadership for improved individual\, organizational\, and community outcomes. \n\n\n\nEncourage organic connections among CBHL members through ongoing collaboration around a shared interest.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeadership Community Host\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEbony Chambers is the Director of Equity-Grounded Leadership for The College for Behavioral Health Leadership. In this role\, she oversees the delivery\, facilitation\, content\, and progress of the Equity-Grounded Leadership (EGL) Fellow Program.   \n\n\n\nEbony has over 18 years of experience working with issues of social justice\, equity\, education\, mental health and diversity.
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/cbhl-leadership-community-equity-as-a-foundation-for-leadership-march/
CATEGORIES:CBHL Leadership Community,Members Only
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SUMMARY:Workforce Solutions Jam | Strengthening Workforce Pathways: The Role of Higher Education in Training Future Behavioral Health Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Workforce Solutions Jam | Strengthening Workforce Pathways\n\n\n\nThe Role of Higher Education in Training Future Behavioral Health Professionals\n\n\n\nTuesday\, April 15\, 2025 | 10:00 am PT / 11:00 am MT / 12:00 pm CT / 1:00 pm ETEvent Length: One Hour \n\n\n\nThis webinar is hosted as a partnership between the College for Behavioral Health Leadership (CBHL)\, The National Council for Mental Wellbeing\, and Health Management Associates (HMA).  \n\n\n\nHigher education plays a critical role in preparing the next generation of behavioral health professionals. This session will explore how institutions are adapting to meet workforce demands by modernizing curriculum\, expanding access to education and training\, and equipping students with the skills needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving field. Speakers will share strategies for strengthening education-to-workforce pathways and addressing challenges in workforce preparation to build a more sustainable and prepared behavioral health workforce. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKey highlights of this webinar include: \n\n\n\n\nUnderstand how institutions are adapting to meet workforce demands\n\n\n\nLearn strategies for strengthening education-to-workforce pathways\n\n\n\nHear from leaders on what they are seeing in the field\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Kevin Doyle\, EdD\, LPC\, LSATP is a counselor educator and higher education administrator who was named the President/CEO of the Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School in January 2022. His career has included over 35 years as a licensed professional counselor\, clinical supervisor\, and non-profit executive. Prior to joining Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School\, he was a professor in the counselor education program at Longwood University (Farmville\, VA)\, where he also served as chair of the Department of Education and Counseling. Dr. Doyle has served multiple terms as a member of counselor licensing boards and has been highly active in the collegiate recovery movement. He has published widely in counseling professional journals and other publications. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSarah Reives-Houston\, is the Director of Behavioral Health Springboard at the UNC School of Social Work. She has a Ph.D. in education psychology from Capella University and is completing her PsyD in clinical psychology and trauma from California Southern University. Dr. Reives-Houston is certified as a family trauma specialist and as a child and adolescent trauma specialist and engages in research and conducts training on recognizing\, managing\, and mitigating the impacts of trauma on client populations and service providers. Prior to coming to UNC\, she was on the faculty at NC Central University\, where she taught courses and oversaw research projects and evaluation programs. She has also developed training and curriculum materials on mental health\, substance abuse\, systems of care for individuals and families.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCayman Tirado\, MA\, LCDC\, CPS\, RYT-200\, is the director of the Mental Health and Addiction Studies Program at San Jacinto College. Additionally\, she is a board member for INCASE\, the International Coalition for Addiction Studies Education.   \n\n\n\nCayman has worked in the substance use disorder field since 2004\, starting as a prevention specialist for underserved youth. Additional roles include IOP counselor\, sober living case manager\, and clinical case manager for homeless adults with co-occurring disorders. She is also a certified yoga instructor and is passionate about incorporating this into recovery. \n\n\n\nShe has been teaching at San Jacinto College since 2015 and has worked for many years to develop a pedagogical approach that supports the current and future health and wellbeing of students going into the behavioral health professions. \n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional speaker information coming soon. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBackground\n\n\n\nThe Workforce Solutions Jam is a monthly webinar to build national momentum and encourage collaboration through the Workforce Solutions Partnership. The partnership is leveraging Collective Impact to address the workforce crisis\, and using a cross-sector approach to address the long-standing challenges for expanding and solidifying the behavioral health workforce. \n\n\n\nThe Workforce Solutions Partnership is the new name for the partnership between the National Council for Mental Wellbeing\, Health Management Associates and the College for Behavioral Health Leadership. The Center for Workforce Solutions continues to operate as an initiative of the National Council.
URL:https://www.leaders4health.org/event/workforce-solutions-jam-april/
CATEGORIES:Public,Workforce Solutions Jam
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