In this episode, Jill Wiedemann-West, CEO of People Incorporated Mental Health Services, discusses how the organization is connecting strategy, growth, and data to strengthen care for 13,000 Minnesotans. She shares insights on building organizational agility, leveraging social determinants data, and creating a community-focused system of mental health services.

In this episode, John Meier, CEO of Aurora Charter Oak Behavioral Health Hospital, discusses his career path, key trends shaping behavioral health, and the impact of new California nursing staffing ratios. He also shares leadership lessons, optimism for expanded access to care, and what it takes to lead through rapid change.

In this episode, Shannon Werb, CEO of Array Behavioral Care, discusses how an employed clinical workforce, interoperable technology, and evidence based care pathways are helping health systems deliver consistent, high quality behavioral health services. He shares lessons on integration, scalability, and why measurement based care is becoming an operational standard rather than a nice to have.

In this episode, Joseph Lee, MD, President and CEO of the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation, discusses the growing crisis among young people, exploring the links between trauma, isolation, mental health, and substance use, and why integrated, community centered treatment is critical for lasting recovery.

In this episode, Dr. Obianuju Berry, Medical Director of Domestic Violence Programs at NYC Health + Hospitals Office of Behavioral Health, discusses the urgent need for integrated, trauma-informed mental healthcare for pregnant and postpartum individuals, children, and families. She shares how prevention focused models, early intervention, and care delivered in non traditional community settings can reduce disparities, strengthen families, and improve long term outcomes across New York City.

In this episode, Bernard R. Jones, Vice President, MGB Behavioral & Mental Health, Mass General Brigham; Vice President, MGB Department of Psychiatry, Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham & Women’s Hospital, McLean Hospital, Brigham & Women’s Faulkner Hospital, discusses his dual leadership roles across Mass General Brigham and the system’s work to integrate psychiatric services, expand innovative treatments, and improve both patient and provider experience.

On this episode, Adam Williams, VP of Payer Operations and Strategy at Tava Health, joins the podcast to discuss why mental health care must remain at the center of organizational strategyrula, the realities of provider burnout, and how leaders can better support clinicians in high-pressure environments. He also shares where he sees the greatest opportunities for growth in the future—from innovative care models to more sustainable approaches that strengthen access and outcomes.

In this episode, Sri Velamoor, President and COO of NextGen Healthcare, shares how seven efficiency levers are helping practices improve performance, with a special focus on behavioral health, technology adoption, and strategies for long-term sustainability.

This episode is sponsored by NextGen Healthcare.