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About Our Guest: Erica Chestnut Ramirez is the Regional Vice President for La Frontera / EMPACT Arizona, where she has worked on mobile crisis teams and overseeing the operations for the past 17 years.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/erica-chestnut-ramirez-61061717/

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About the Lifelines Podcast: The 988 Podcast offers an engaging format and informative content; it simplifies staying informed about crucial behavioral health topics. Discover more about 988 to enhance behavioral health care with David and John: The 988 Podcast by visiting https://behavioralhealthlink.com/bhlpodcast/

About Us: Behavioral Health Link is committed to supporting behavioral health professionals. Visit us at https://behavioralhealthlink.com/ to learn more about the BHL Platform and how it supports our vision to ensure everyone in a crisis gets care when and where they need it.

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In this episode of Lifelines, the conversation revolves around the evolution of crisis care, particularly focusing on the 988 crisis line and its impact on mental health services. Justin Chase, a key figure in the crisis care landscape, shares insights on the importance of community partnerships, the decriminalization of suicide, and the need for innovative approaches in behavioral health.

About Our Guest: Justin Chase is the Chief Executive Officer at Solari Crisis & Human Services, a nonprofit that provides crisis and human service programs and contact centers in Arizona, Oklahoma, and Colorado.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jnchase/

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In this episode, the hosts discuss the importance of lived experience in crisis intervention and the cultural aspects of suicide prevention, particularly in Native American communities. Shelby Rowe shares her personal journey, the significance of storytelling in mental health advocacy, and innovative approaches to crisis care that emphasize compassion and understanding. She shares the importance of cultural revitalization and crisis support for Native communities, highlighting initiatives like the Native and Strong Lifeline in Washington. The discussion culminates in the transformative philosophy of treating individuals in crisis as guests rather than patients, fostering a sense of belonging and respect.

About Our Guest: Shelby Rowe is the executive director of the Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC) at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, where she leverages her 15+ years of leadership experience in suicide prevention across local, tribal, state, and national levels. An award-winning artist, suicide attempt survivor, and mother of three, she serves on multiple national and international suicide prevention committees and holds degrees in sociology, philosophy, and business administration.
https://sprc.org/sprc-executive-director-shelby-rowe/

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About the Lifelines Podcast: The 988 Podcast offers an engaging format and informative content; it simplifies staying informed about crucial behavioral health topics. Discover more about 988 to enhance behavioral health care with David and John: The 988 Podcast by visiting https://behavioralhealthlink.com/bhlpodcast/

About Us: Behavioral Health Link is committed to supporting behavioral health professionals. Visit us at https://behavioralhealthlink.com/ to learn more about the BHL Platform and how it supports our vision to ensure everyone in a crisis gets care when and where they need it.

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In this episode of Lifelines, the hosts discuss the critical role of mobile crisis response in behavioral health, featuring insights from Megan Gleason, director of BHL's Mobile Crisis Program. The conversation covers the importance of safety, teamwork, and the integration of services for individuals with mental health challenges, including those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

About Our Guest: Megan is a driven and passionate Behavioral Health Leader with over a decade of dedicated experience in developing and spearheading transformative Mobile Crisis response programs. She has played a pivotal role in expanding BHL’s program from its inception, overseeing its growth from a team of 10 to over 70 staff members, ensuring round-the-clock response capabilities, 365 days a year. https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-gleason-lcsw/

About Us: Behavioral Health Link is committed to supporting behavioral health professionals. Visit us at https://behavioralhealthlink.com/ to learn more about the BHL Platform and how it supports our vision to ensure everyone in a crisis gets care when and where they need it.

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In this episode of Lifelines, hosts explore the importance of authenticity in storytelling, and the challenges and triumphs of ultra running. Ally shares her journey of resilience, the impact of her story on others, and her mission to empower women through running and nutrition. She shares her journey of overcoming depression and suicidal ideation through running and personal growth and the transformative power of sharing her story.

About Our Guest: Ally is a suicide survivor, Spartan Champion, running coach, public speaker, podcaster, and author. For more information, please visit her website.
https://www.somethingrunderful.com/

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About the Lifelines Podcast: The 988 Podcast offers an engaging format and informative content; it simplifies staying informed about crucial behavioral health topics. Discover more about 988 to enhance behavioral health care with David and John: The 988 Podcast by visiting https://behavioralhealthlink.com/bhlpodcast/

About Us: Behavioral Health Link is committed to supporting behavioral health professionals. Visit us at https://behavioralhealthlink.com/ to learn more about the BHL Platform and how it supports our vision to ensure everyone in a crisis gets care when and where they need it.

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In this episode of Lifelines, the hosts and Dr. Mike Hogan discuss the evolution of crisis care in behavioral health, highlighting the impact of the 988 Lifeline and the Zero Suicide Initiative, emphasizing the need for a paradigm shift in crisis care and the role of leadership in driving change.
Dr. Hogan shares his unconventional journey into the mental health field, highlighting the need for a more integrated approach to crisis services.

About Our Guest: Dr. Michael Hogan served as a mental health commissioner in multiple states and chaired the President's New Freedom Commission on Mental Health. He has received numerous awards for his leadership in mental health policy and administration. https://theactionalliance.org/about/staff/michael-hogan

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About the Lifelines Podcast: The 988 Podcast offers an engaging format and informative content; it simplifies staying informed about crucial behavioral health topics. Discover more about 988 to enhance behavioral health care with David and John: The 988 Podcast by visiting https://behavioralhealthlink.com/bhlpodcast/

About Us: Behavioral Health Link is committed to supporting behavioral health professionals. Visit us at https://behavioralhealthlink.com/ to learn more about the BHL Platform and how it supports our vision to ensure everyone in a crisis gets care when and where they need it.

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In this episode of Lifelines, the hosts discuss the impact of Hurricane Helena and the importance of crisis management in the aftermath. They explore personal experiences in crisis care, emphasizing the significance of connection and understanding, especially for neurodivergent individuals.

About Our Guest: Sarah Blanka is an experienced director of behavioral health, a proponent of Zero Suicide, stigma reduction, and Autism education. Connect on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-blanka-a524b099/

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About the Lifelines Podcast: The 988 Podcast offers an engaging format and informative content; it simplifies staying informed about crucial behavioral health topics. Discover more about 988 to enhance behavioral health care with David and John: The 988 Podcast by visiting https://behavioralhealthlink.com/bhlpodcast/

About Us: Behavioral Health Link is committed to supporting behavioral health professionals. Visit us at https://behavioralhealthlink.com/ to learn more about the BHL Platform and how it supports our vision to ensure everyone in a crisis gets care when and where they need it.

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In this episode, hosts David Covington and John Draper engage with Craig Miller, a suicide prevention advocate, to discuss his journey through mental health challenges, the power of storytelling, and the importance of self-care. Craig shares his experiences with depression, multiple sclerosis, and the transformative effects of new therapeutic approaches. The conversation highlights the significance of lived experiences in understanding mental health and the ongoing journey of recovery.

About Our Guest: Craig Miller, a member of suicide prevention organizations and trained in SafeTALK and ASIST, overcame severe OCD and a suicide attempt to become an influential speaker and author in mental health advocacy. His memoir, "This is How it Feels," is used in suicide prevention trainings and social work curricula, and he has been recognized with awards for his work in suicide prevention and social justice advocacy. https://www.thisishowitfeels.com/about

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About the Lifelines Podcast: The 988 Podcast offers an engaging format and informative content; it simplifies staying informed about crucial behavioral health topics. Discover more about 988 to enhance behavioral health care with David and John: The 988 Podcast by visiting https://behavioralhealthlink.com/bhlpodcast/

About Us: Behavioral Health Link is committed to supporting behavioral health professionals. Visit us at https://behavioralhealthlink.com/ to learn more about the BHL Platform and how it supports our vision to ensure everyone in a crisis gets care when and where they need it.

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