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The Association for Behavioral Health and Wellness (ABHW) hosts webinars throughout the year to bring together industry leaders, member organizations, and experts in behavioral health. These webinars provide timely discussions on critical topics, from federal and state policy developments to innovative practices shaping access and care delivery.
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Topic / January 24, 2025
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On-Demand Webinars
2025
September 10
Behavioral health challenges among mothers and children are rising. This webinar will delved into the critical connection between maternal and children and youth behavioral health, exploring solutions, including policy initiatives, that can create a supportive environment for entire families. Speakers discussed the unique behavioral health needs of mothers and the impact on family dynamics; behavioral health challenges faced by children and youth; federal policies aimed at improving behavioral health services for families; and how health plans are adapting to address these behavioral health needs. Attendees gained insights into effective strategies and policies that can enhance behavioral health support for mothers and children and learn about innovative health plan models designed to prioritize whole family wellness.
Moderator: Maeghan Gilmore, Vice President of Government Affairs at the Association for Behavioral Health and Wellness (ABHW)
Panelists:
- Malekeh Amini, Founder and CEO of Trayt Health
- Jaime Belsito, Founder and Policy and Partnerships Director at Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance (MMHLA)
- Dr. Doug Nemecek, Chief Medical Officer at Evernorth
March 24
Join us for an insightful webinar where we will explore what work is currently being done to move towards measurement-informed care (MIC) in behavioral health. Attendees will learn how data-driven approaches can improve patient outcomes in behavioral health treatments and services and what some of the barriers to MIC in behavioral health are today. This session will focus on the integration of evidence-based measurement tools into clinical practice to advance treatment outcomes, promote patient-centered care, and ensure continuous quality improvement in behavioral health services.
Moderator: Debbie Witchey, MHA, President and CEO of the Association of Behavioral Health and Wellness (ABHW)
Panelists:
- Shawn Griffin, MD, President and CEO of Utilization Review Accreditation Commission (URAC)
- Tom Valentine, PhD, Applied Research Scientist at the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA)’s Behavioral Health Center
- Scott Beardsley, PhD, Associate Vice President, Clinical Quality at Optum
August 20
In an era where social media dominates our daily lives, understanding its profound effects on mental health is more critical than ever. This webinar examined the intricate relationship between social media usage and mental wellbeing, offering insights into its historical evolution, the evidence of its psychological impacts, and actionable strategies to address potential risks. Dr. João Ramos explored how individuals and communities can foster healthier digital habits and create a balanced approach to social media engagement.
Speaker: Dr. João Ramos, Physician Editor at MCG Health
June 24
Join us for an insightful webinar exploring how coordinated care models are transforming behavioral health outcomes and why interoperability is key to success. In this webinar, health care leaders and experts will share strategies for building effective care coordination frameworks that support whole-person care; demonstrate how interoperability overcomes data silos to enhance decision-making, improve health outcomes, and reduce care fragmentation; and discuss current policy trends and compliance considerations.
Moderator: Kathryn Cohen, Senior Director of Regulatory Affairs at Association for Behavioral Health and Wellness
Panelists:
- Dr. Caroline Carney, President, Behavioral Health and Chief Medical Officer at Magellan Health
- Zuhal Haidari, Deputy Director, Digital Health at American Psychiatric Association
- Aisha Pittman, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs at National Association of ACOs
- Jennifer Steger, Vice President of Government Affairs at the Health Innovation Alliance