Behavioral Health Integration Ecosystem Directory

This is a directory of federal and non-federal programs that support the integration of behavioral health and primary care. It is intended to provide a picture of the integration ecosystem, and the roles these programs (and their parent organizations) play within it. Use the below filters to see how these programs can support your integration needs, and view details on each for additional information. Note this list is not exhaustive. Learn more about the background and purpose of this tool. 

Areas of BHI Support

Accredits
Establishes care standards and evaluates the quality of BHI services and programs.
Advises
Provides guidance to inform BHI policy or optimize integrated care based on reviews of the available evidence.
Advocates
Advocates for policies and/or practices that advance BHI.
Convenes
Hosts conferences and other networking events for BHI stakeholders.
Educates
Develops and/or disseminates educational resources, such as issue briefs, toolkits, and webinars.
Facilitates
Offers implementation support to those beginning, expanding, and/or improving the quality of their BHI services.
Funds
Provides funding for BHI services and/or research through grants and/or contracts.
Investigates
Conducts research, evaluation, and/or data analysis on BHI topics.
Trains
Provides on demand and/or live course instruction on BHI topics.
Displaying 51 - 60 of 107 Programs

Mental Health America (MHA) Integrated Health Care Initiative

Description

A nonprofit organization and affiliate network that advocates for policies  that incorporate behavioral health into primary care settings, MHA aims to improve patient outcomes and reduce care fragmentation. Their efforts emphasize the need for comprehensive, patient-centered approaches that address mental health, substance use disorders, and chronic physical conditions, fostering a holistic approach to healthcare delivery.

Areas of BHI Support:
Advises
Advocates
Convenes
Educates
Investigates

Mental Health Integration Lab (MHIL) | Penn Center for Mental Health

Description

A program that partners with researchers, organizations, and clinical stakeholders to support the implementation and evaluation of evidence-based mental health screening, prevention, and intervention practices in non-specialty mental health settings.

Areas of BHI Support:
Investigates

Milbank Memorial Fund

Description

A foundation that publishes analysis on BHI models, state opportunities for workforce development and rural health system growth. The Fund also convenes state leaders committed to expanding access to primary care and BHI models and disseminates information on best practices for implementing and scaling up integrated care

Areas of BHI Support:
Convenes
Educates

MUSC Center for Telehealth

Description

The MUSC Center for Telehealth advances access to high-quality care through innovation, research, education, evaluation, and technical assistance. As home to one of HRSA's nationally designated Telehealth Centers of Excellence, the Center rigorously researches, evaluates, and disseminates evidence-based telehealth initiatives and promising practices, including behavioral health integration, to support providers and improve health outcomes in rural and underserved communities.

Areas of BHI Support:
Convenes
Educates
Facilitates
Investigates

Naresh K. Vashist College of Medicine Department of Primary Care and Rural Medicine Integrated Behavioral Health Program (IBHP)

Description

A program that leads BHI interprofessional service delivery, clinical education, and clinical research initiatives through local, regional, and national partnerships. Recognized by both local and national training awards, IBHP initiatives have supported the acquisition of over $15 million in external funding, 26 peer reviewed manuscripts, and over 80 national presentations related to BHI and education in medical settings.

Areas of BHI Support:
Advises
Advocates
Convenes
Educates
Facilitates
Investigates
Trains

NASEM Standing Committee on Primary Care

Description

A committee that discusses relevant primary care data and information during 2-4 public meetings each year and serves as a focal point for discussions on priorities in primary care policy in the federal government. The committee maintains surveillance of the primary care field, including published studies and changes in clinical practices and policies, and responds to questions from government agencies and sponsors.

Areas of BHI Support:
Advises
Convenes
Educates
Investigates

National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP)

Description

A nonprofit organization that supports state leaders by providing technical assistance, publishing and disseminating research and analyses, sharing best practices, and bringing new health policy ideas across executive and legislative branches of state government. Behavioral Health is a policy area of focus, with specific resources related to behavioral health integration.

Areas of BHI Support:
Advises
Educates
Facilitates
Investigates
Convenes

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

Description

A non-profit that increases awareness about BHI through published blog posts, briefs, and reports, and advocates for changes to public policy. They focus on fighting stigma and encouraging understanding nationwide. They also created NAMI Hearts+Minds, a wellness program designed to educate and empower patients to better manage their health — mentally and physically.
 

Areas of BHI Support:
Advocates
Convenes
Educates

National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC)

Description

The leading national advocacy organization in support of Community Health Centers and the expansion of health care access (including behavioral health) for the medically underserved and uninsured.

Areas of BHI Support:
Advocates
Educates
Facilitates
Investigates
Trains

National Association of State Alcohol and Drug Abuse Directors (NASADAD)

Description

A non-profit membership organization representing Single State Agency Directors (SSAs) for substance use disorder (SUD) prevention, treatment, and recovery services throughout the United States. NASADAD develops and disseminates educational materials, provides technical assistance, conducts research, and promotes public policy positions on SUD care with federal and national audiences. Most of their resources are developed exclusively for the association members.

Areas of BHI Support:
Advises
Convenes
Educates
Facilitates
Investigates
Trains