Washington Psychiatric Society Virtual Advocacy Series
Transforming Community Mental Healthcare: A Policy Perspective on the Rise of Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs)
A new initiative of the WPS Legislative Advocacy Committee and WPS Psychiatrists in Society Committee
Speakers:
Amir Afkhami, M.D., Ph.D.
Alex Graf, MPP
Ramia Gupta, M.D.
Moderator: Todd Cox, M.D., WPS President-Elect
Webinar Objectives:
- The historical and legislative background leading to the Excellence on Mental Health Act.
- The scope of CCBHCs including their capacity to provide comprehensive, integrated services
- The political strengths and weaknesses of the program, and the key milestones ahead