Psychiatric Services

First-of-its-Kind Study Reveals Potential Impact of Behavioral Health Crisis Systems on Reducing Costly, Avoidable Hospital Events

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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PHOENIX, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Access to a comprehensive behavioral health crisis response system can lessen demand for more restrictive and costly emergency department and inpatient services, according to a new research study published in the journal Psychiatric Services. The study was conducted by a team that included researchers from Arizona State University Center for Health Information and Research and Connections Health Solutions.

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  • The study was conducted by a team that included researchers from Arizona State University Center for Health Information and Research and Connections Health Solutions .
  • The analysis revealed:
    The majority of individuals (57.4%) entered the crisis system through mobile crisis or crisis facilities versus the emergency department, indicating the crucial role these services play in crisis response.
  • Of individuals who did reutilize services, the majority (73.0%) utilized mobile or facility-based crisis services rather than emergency department or inpatient services, affirming the significance of crisis systems in preventing hospital utilization.
  • "This study shows that crisis systems can serve a large proportion of individuals in crisis, reducing the need for more restrictive and costly levels of care."

ARC Health 2022 Year In Review

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
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BEACHWOOD, Ohio, Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ARC Health ("ARC"), a Thurston Group portfolio company and leading provider of mental and behavioral health services, is delighted to celebrate major expansions in 2022.

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  • BEACHWOOD, Ohio, Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ARC Health ("ARC"), a Thurston Group portfolio company and leading provider of mental and behavioral health services, is delighted to celebrate major expansions in 2022.
  • This growth has been accompanied by the build-out of the ARC Health corporate team, under the leadership of Vincenzo Morra, CEO.
  • ARC Health is equipped to become the premier mental health company in the U.S."
    Daniel Davis, Managing Director of Thurston Group added, "ARC has established itself as one of the premier platforms in the Mental Health space.
  • We are extremely excited for 2023, as ARC continues to grow and help curb the Mental Health epidemic across the U.S."
    This growth has also allowed ARC Health to expand its service lines.

Alsana Appoints Dr. Nicole Garber as Chief Medical Officer

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Thursday, December 8, 2022
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Nicole Garber, MD, who holds a specialty in psychiatry, has joined Alsana , an eating disorder recovery community and treatment provider, as its new medical director.

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  • Nicole Garber, MD, who holds a specialty in psychiatry, has joined Alsana , an eating disorder recovery community and treatment provider, as its new medical director.
  • Dr. Garber was also medical director with Arizona Childrens Association, a mental and behavioral health non-profit focused on children and adolescents that qualify for Medicaid.
  • Its exciting to be joining Alsanas innovative leadership team and to be working with such dedicated medical professionals, said Dr. Garber.
  • Dr. Garber received her medical degree from the Saint Louis School of Medicine.

Eileen A. Zhivago, MD is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Friday, September 9, 2022
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WESTFIELD, N.J., Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eileen A. Zhivago, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Trusted Psychiatrist and in acknowledgment of her outstanding work at Cohesive Health and Wellness.

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  • WESTFIELD, N.J., Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eileen A. Zhivago, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Trusted Psychiatrist and in acknowledgment of her outstanding work at Cohesive Health and Wellness.
  • As a double board-certified Psychiatrist, Dr. Zhivago works with kids and their families to understand and treat family issues and mental health issues.
  • Inspired by her grandfather, who was a Physician in Europe, Dr. Zhivago wanted to help people, too.
  • Awarded for her success, Dr. Zhivago was named among New Jersey's Favorite Kids' Docs in 2020.

Pacific Clinic's Scott Fairhurst & Laura Pancake To Present On The Future Of Person-Centered Care At May 26 OPEN MINDS Circle Elite Virtual Executive Roundtable

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Monday, May 16, 2022
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Pacific Clinics engages in data-driven conversations with their clients and treatment team and evaluate consumer progress to improve consumer outcomes.

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  • Pacific Clinics engages in data-driven conversations with their clients and treatment team and evaluate consumer progress to improve consumer outcomes.
  • Scott Fairhurst, Ph.D., is the current vice president of outcomes and evaluation, analytics, and training for Pacific Clinics.
  • Once an exclusive benefit to Elite members of the OPEN MINDS Circle, these impactful sessions are now available to all OPEN MINDS subscribers and available on demand.
  • For more information on the program, sponsorship opportunities, or media inquiries, contact the Executive Education & Events team, at 877-350-6463 or [email protected] .

Eileen A. Zhivago, MD, is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Friday, April 22, 2022
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WESTFIELD, N.J., April 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eileen A. Zhivago, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Top Pinnacle Psychiatrist and in acknowledgment of her work at Cohesive Health and Wellness.

Key Points: 
  • WESTFIELD, N.J., April 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eileen A. Zhivago, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Top Pinnacle Psychiatrist and in acknowledgment of her work at Cohesive Health and Wellness.
  • As a double board-certified Psychiatrist, Dr. Zhivago works with kids and their families to understand and treat family issues and mental health issues.
  • Inspired by her grandfather, who was a Physician in Europe, Dr. Zhivago wanted to help people, too.
  • Dr. Zhivago has also given presentations at the American Psychiatric Association, the American Medical Association, and the Institute of Psychiatric Services.

Technology-Driven Behavioral Health Company SonderMind Raises $150 Million to Expand Mission of Improving Clinical Outcomes

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
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SonderMind Inc., a national leader in improving mental health clinical outcomes and making behavioral health more accessible to all Americans, today announced the successful completion of a $150 million Series C financing.

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  • SonderMind Inc., a national leader in improving mental health clinical outcomes and making behavioral health more accessible to all Americans, today announced the successful completion of a $150 million Series C financing.
  • SonderMind therapy works, and the company is on a mission to make sure it can work for everyone.
  • The companys technology is built for a more personalized mental health journey, so individuals seeking mental health support can get better faster.
  • For people seeking mental health support, SonderMind is centered around a commitment to provide individualized care that produces quality outcomes.

EDCare Kansas City Introduces New Adolescent Treatment Program

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
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KANSAS CITY, Mo., July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- EDCare is pleased to announce the opening of its second Adolescent Treatment Center.

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  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- EDCare is pleased to announce the opening of its second Adolescent Treatment Center.
  • EDCare Kansas City was established in 2014 to expand EDCare's evidence-based eating disorder treatment program to the Midwest.
  • EDCare's Kansas City Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program adds to the center's current treatment options for adults, including partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient and evening intensive outpatient treatment programs.
  • For more information about EDCare of Kansas City, or to schedule a free confidential assessment, please call 913-945-1277 or visit www.eatingdisorder.care/kansas-city-ks
    About EDCare: Since 2001, EDCare has been a leading provider of eating disorder treatment to patients across the United States and internationally.

Hendricks Behavioral Hospital to Expand Adult Outpatient Services to Meet Growing Mental Health Treatment Needs in Central Indiana

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
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However, rates of mental health and behavioral issues due to anxiety and stress from the pandemic, are on the rise.

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  • However, rates of mental health and behavioral issues due to anxiety and stress from the pandemic, are on the rise.
  • According to Mental Health America , the demand for behavioral health and addiction treatment services are at an unprecedented level across Indiana, with the state seeing one of the highest rates of adult prevalence of mental illness at 22.5%.
  • To meet this urgent need, Hendricks Behavioral Hospital is expanding its Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for adults.
  • Hendricks Behavioral Hospital's mission is to provide outstanding care, compassionate people, and unparalleled service, offering a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment to patients in Indiana.

Evolve Treatment Centers for Teens Opens in Sacramento

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Monday, July 12, 2021
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., July 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Evolve Treatment Centers is pleased to announce its expansion of mental health programs for teens with the opening of a new residential treatment center in Sacramento.Opening in July 2021, Evolve Arden Oaks Residential Treatment Center treats adolescents ages 12-17 who struggle withdepression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, self-harming behavior, suicidal ideation,or othermental health, substance use,orbehavioral issues.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., July 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Evolve Treatment Centers is pleased to announce its expansion of mental health programs for teens with the opening of a new residential treatment center in Sacramento.Opening in July 2021, Evolve Arden Oaks Residential Treatment Center treats adolescents ages 12-17 who struggle withdepression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, self-harming behavior, suicidal ideation,or othermental health, substance use,orbehavioral issues.
  • On a countrywide level, these teens need immediate access to immersive, evidence-based residential treatment programs.
  • In addition to its Sacramento location,Evolvehas existing treatment centers across Northern California, including in Walnut Creek,Lafayette, Gilroy, andSan Jose.In Southern California, Evolve has facilitiesthroughout Los Angeles and San Diegocounties.For more information about admissions,call (877) 455-7009.
  • Evolve Treatment Centers, accredited by CARF and The Joint Commission, offersthe highest caliber of evidence-based treatment for teensages 12-17who struggle with mental health, substance abuse, and/or behavioral issues.Evolve offers a full continuum of care, including Residential Treatment Centers (RTC) , Partial Hospitalization (PHP) , and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) .