Expanding Access
"Expanding Access," a podcast by Behavioral Health Tech, explores how technology and innovation are transforming mental health, substance use, and autism/IDD care. Tune in for expert discussions on key topics like employee benefits, health equity, investment and M&A landscape, neurodiversity, Medicaid, value-based care, and the future of behavioral health.
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Innovative solutions and heartfelt experiences are driving significant changes in mental health care.
In this episode of the Expanding Access podcast, Tina Keshani, co-founder and CEO of Seven Starling, highlights the urgent need for addressing maternal mental health. 1 in 5 women experience perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, which are often underreported and untreated. Tina shares that Seven Starling’s specialized care tailore...
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Transforming mental healthcare through personal stories and innovative solutions is pivotal in enhancing access for all.
In this episode, Dr. Mike Franz, Executive Medical Director for Behavioral Health at Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon, shares his personal battles with depression and anxiety, illustrating how these experiences shape his empathetic approach to patient care. He emphasizes the significance of effective treat...
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Thanks for tuning into the expanding access podcast. Ready to take your knowledge, network, and experience to the next level? Then join us at the BHT Conference in San Diego on November 11-13. Join thought leaders, practitioners, policymakers, and payers focused on expanding access and improving outcomes in mental health, behavioral health, substance abuse, and IDD.
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Increased awareness, empathetic management, and culturally competent care are essential for addressing the unique needs of neurodivergent individuals.
In this episode, Rebecca Warnken, Inclusive Benefits Leader at the Practice of Health Transformation at Aon, talks about navigating neurodiversity in the workplace and in healthcare. She discusses the challenges and opportunities associated with supporting neurodivergent individuals,...
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Purpose-built technology solutions tailored for behavioral health providers are essential to enable a more efficient and impactful care delivery system.
In this episode, Chad Dodd, Vice President of Product Management at Athena Health, talks about the growing need for innovation in behavioral health technology. Chad addresses the challenges of administrative burdens, provider shortages, and patient care gaps. He highlights the dev...
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Autism advocacy is transforming perceptions and increasing awareness in various domains.
In this episode of the Expanding Access podcast, Jennifer Palumbo, a freelance writer at Wonder Woman Writer, shares her journey with autism and infertility, driven by raising her neurodivergent son. She highlights the importance of dispelling misconceptions about autism in the workplace to showcase the value of neurodivergent individuals. Advo...
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Adolescent behavioral healthcare is undergoing a transformation through innovative virtual solutions.
In this episode, Robert MacNaughton, co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Antelope Recovery, discusses how his organization addresses challenges in adolescent behavioral healthcare, including mental health deserts and stigmas against virtual care. Antelope Recovery provides virtual, personalized care for high-acuity teens, inte...
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Preventative mental health education is essential for student success, and integrating quick, practical tools into daily routines can foster emotional resilience and prevent crises.
In this episode, Tessa Zimmerman, founder of Upstream Education, discusses her mission to revolutionize mental health education for students. She talks about her struggles with severe panic attacks as a child and how it impulsed the development of a pro...
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To expand mental healthcare access and balance operational growth with quality care for diverse populations, including underserved communities and teens.
In this episode, Julia Bernstein, Chief Operations Officer at Brightside Health, explores the challenges and innovations in scaling quality mental health care to underserved populations. She talks about leveraging evidence-based practices to ensure quality care delivery. Julia dis...
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February 11, 2025 • 12 mins
Integrating behavioral health into OB practices and utilizing telehealth is critical to addressing the maternal mental health crisis and improving outcomes for families.
In this episode, Dr. Jessica Gaulton, CEO of Family Well, discusses the intersection of perinatal mental health and technology, focusing on collaborative care. She discusses how innovative care models are addressing critical gaps in maternal mental health services....
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Asynchronous therapy and telehealth expand access to mental healthcare, especially for underserved populations, through scalable, technology-driven approaches.
In this episode, Erin Boyd, Chief Growth Officer at Talkspace, discusses the evolving landscape of digital behavioral health. She emphasizes how innovative approaches like asynchronous therapy and telehealth are breaking barriers in mental healthcare. Erin also discusses str...
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January 28, 2025 • 12 mins
Maternal mental health care is undergoing a transformation through cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions.
In this episode, Malekeh Amini, CEO and founder of Trayt Health, shares how her personal experiences with maternal mental health have driven her passion for improving care and prevention through Trayt’s platform. This platform enhances providers' access via integrated care models and emphasizes the importance of univ...
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January 21, 2025 • 15 mins
Handwritten letters foster human connection, bridging cultural and systemic gaps in mental health care and empowering individuals, even in underserved communities, to feel heard and supported.
In this episode, Diana Chao, founder of Letters to Strangers, discusses how her personal struggles with mental health led her to create a global youth mental health NGO that spans 72 countries. She also discusses the power of letter writing t...
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January 14, 2025 • 14 mins
AI-driven healthcare solutions can revolutionize behavioral health by optimizing schedules, improving patient matching, and enhancing operational efficiency.
In this episode, Plamen Petrov, CEO of Healee, shares how AI-driven solutions are addressing critical challenges in healthcare scheduling. He also discusses the importance of provider-patient matching and operational optimization through technology. Plamen discusses the import...
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Psychedelics are transforming mental health care accessibility and treatment.
In this episode, Dr. Dana Lerman shares her journey from being an infectious disease consultant to founding Skylight Psychedelics after facing personal mental health struggles during the COVID pandemic. She discusses her transformative experiences with psychedelic-assisted therapy, including an ayahuasca retreat, and how these therapies catalyzed profound...
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December 24, 2024 • 12 mins
Innovative psychiatric care models are reshaping how we address behavioral health crises.
In this episode, Colin LeClair, CEO of Connections, discusses Connections' freestanding emergency psychiatric units that provide alternatives to traditional hospital settings, aiming to rapidly stabilize patients in crisis and reduce the burden on hospitals. Colin addresses significant barriers to behavioral health parity, particularly health ...
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FDA-cleared digital mental health treatments are transforming behavioral healthcare by improving access, affordability, and clinical rigor.
In this episode, Dr. Jenna Carl, Chief Medical Officer at Big Health, discusses the transformative potential of FDA-cleared digital mental health treatments. She explains how these evidence-based, automated programs address critical challenges like accessibility and cost in behavioral healthcar...
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The power of lived experiences has been harnessed to create a transformative platform for advancing mental health and expanding access for all.
In this episode, Solome Tibebu, Founder and CEO of Behavioral Health Tech, shares her journey from personal struggles with anxiety and OCD to building the largest community focused on advancing mental health and substance use care through technology. She discusses the origins of Behavioral ...
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December 12, 2024 • 11 mins
Neurodivergent care is being revolutionized through technology and innovation.
In this episode, Christal Wang, co-founder and CEO of Shimmer, at the Behavioral Health Tech Conference in Arizona, discusses Shimmer's strengths-based coaching platform for individuals with ADHD. She emphasizes shifting the perception of neurodivergence from a deficit-focused to a strengths-focused approach. Christal explains how AI can assist neurodive...
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