Solving Mental Healthcare Access And Championing Insurance Reform With Dr. Carrie Singer

Solving Mental Healthcare Access And Championing Insurance Reform With Dr. Carrie SingerDr. Carrie Singer is a Clinical Psychologist and she owns a 40-provider group mental health practice in the Washington DC suburbs which grew to $7M annual revenue in 5 years. Her business passions include solving mental healthcare access problems, championing insurance reform, and educating physicians on behavioral health integration.The pandemic brought an unprecedented mental health crisis in the country. According to the CDC, 40% of Americans have struggled with related adversities due to the consequences of the pandemic – threatening not only our physiological health but also the economy and society in general. While physicians and medical professionals have been at the forefront in addressing this ongoing global tragedy, issues on mental health have reached an alarming rate, urging the demand for therapists and treatment. The problem, however, is that access to insurance policies remains elusive and expensive to many people. Dr. Carrie Singer, a clinical psychologist who owns a 40-provider group mental health practice in Washington DC, relays her advocacy in championing insurance reforms, integrating mental health as a priority among medical professionals, and making treatment accessible to anyone who needs it. [Timecodes][00:54] Introducing Dr. Carrie Singer[02:25] What got Dr. Singer interested in solving mental health access and insurance reforms?[07:16] How do we encourage physicians to prescribe mental health solutions for patients?[09:40] There are physicians interested in learning and integrating behavioral health. [10:55] What are the gaps in insurance policies and providers?[16:44] What is the appropriate solution to address the access barriers?[18:30] What are the downsides of tech companies innovating so fast?[19:36] Social media can provide a platform for mental health awareness. [20:45] How did Dr. Singer overcome her mental health challenges? [22:28] Community programs and support networks can help a lot. [23:10] Patients have the right to access adequate mental health benefits. [24:16] Where can people go to champion mental health access?[25:55] What are some effective self-care tips? Additional ResourcesConnect with Dr. Carrie Singer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-carrie-singer-a4461617 Check out Dr. Singer’s therapy group: https://quinceorchardpsychotherapy.com/ Rate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Your review will really help the show reach more people - thank you! Learn more about John CSmells Like HumansLike listening to funny friends discuss curious human behavior.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

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