#03 Mike Fink on Mental Health and Behavioral Health Link

Today we have Michael Fink on who has a strong background in healthcare and has been working in the mental health space for some time. With extensive experience in healthcare and healthcare management, we are thrilled to have him on. He has worked in various roles in the healthcare industry, including as a regional director of operations for a hospital system, as a CEO of a healthcare company, and as a vice president of a healthcare consulting firm. Michael Fink is currently the president and CEO of Behavioral Health Link. Behavioral Health Link is a mental health technology company based in Atlanta, Georgia, that provides crisis response services and technology solutions for individuals experiencing a mental health or substance abuse crisis. The company's mission is to improve access to mental health and addiction services and to reduce the number of unnecessary emergency room visits and hospitalizations. Behavioral Health Link's crisis response services include a 24/7 hotline, mobile crisis response teams, and crisis stabilization units. These services are designed to provide immediate assistance to individuals experiencing a mental health or substance abuse crisis and to connect them with the appropriate resources and care. In addition to its crisis response services, Behavioral Health Link offers a range of technology solutions, including a mobile app called "MyLink," which allows users to access mental health resources and support, as well as track their progress and connect with a care team. The company also provides software solutions for healthcare providers and payers to improve care coordination and patient outcomes. Overall, Behavioral Health Link is focused on leveraging technology to improve access to mental health services and provide more effective and efficient crisis response care.

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Mental Health Today… is hosted by Ken Stearns and aims to raise awareness and reduce the stigma around mental illness through open discussion, education, and tools. The show will feature guests who share their experiences within the mental health field, including treatment professionals, funding experts, activists, advocates, patients, and policy makers. Each episode is LIVE across Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube. Mental Health Today is sponsored by Jar Foundation LLC, a non-profit organization dedicated to reducing mental illness and improving access to mental health resources. The show will help to build the foundation's strategy, structure, and direction while raising awareness and promoting education about mental health.