This article highlights the demand for crisis response teams across CA, even as potential budget cuts put these services at risk. CBHA's CEO, Dr. Clark Harvey, underscored the importance of sustained investment in crisis systems that are designed to meet people with care. 📢
🔗: bit.ly/4sgSWQl
CBHA is proud to honor Assemblymember Corey Jackson with our Behavioral Health Champion Award ✨
His leadership and strong commitment towards advancing behavioral health polices is inspiring. CBHA is honored to partner with Assemblymember Jackson! 👏📢
CBHA's CEO, Dr. Clark Harvey, was featured in Mental Health Weekly discussing CARE Court and housing solutions for Californians with serious mental illness.
CBHA remains committed to elevating the voices of community-based providers and advancing policy solutions achieve stability and recovery.
Supportive care services, include: The CARE Act Medi-Cal Peer Support Services Behavioral Health Bridge Housing Behavioral Health Services Act BH-CONNECT CalAIM Justice-Involved Reentry Initiative Community Supports under CalAIM Supported Employment Services
California is providing ongoing support to people with extensive behavioral health needs across the state.
Learn how our behavioral health continuum of care is addressing mental illness and/or substance use disorders: www.chhs.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/CalHHS_Roadmap_2025-FINAL.pdf
CBHA is grateful for the incredible conversation held during our recent panel on Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) for sharing insights and on-the-ground expertise. Investing in PEI strengthens communities, expands access to care, and improves behavioral health outcomes.
CBHA extends gratitude to our distinguished panelists for their insights during our AI Panel on technology and innovation in behavioral health. The discussion highlighted data-driven decision-making and how emerging tools can support more accessible, ethical, and effective care.
🗣 CBHA welcomed Kim Johnson, Secretary, and Stephanie Welch, Deputy Secretary of Behavioral Health at the California Health & Human Services Agency, to share updates on the BHSA, 1115 Waiver, and CARE Act—helping providers and counties navigate changes and strengthen behavioral health in California.
CBHA thanks everyone who joined our 2026 Spring Policy Forum: Unwavering Advocacy in Turbulent Times in Sacramento. As policy shifts accelerate, California’s behavioral health leaders came together to align strategy, strengthen advocacy, and advance care for vulnerable communities statewide. 💯✨
California is the most diverse state in the nation, and this is evident in our State Legislature, with the 2025–2026 Legislature the most diverse in state history. Diversity, equity, and inclusion aren’t buzzwords here — they’re who we are. #DiversityIsNotACrime
Recent reporting shows that an expanding number of California sheriff’s departments are changing how they respond to 911 calls involving mental health crises.
🔗 Read the full article to learn more about how gaps in crisis response are affecting California communities:
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CBHA is proud to join this year’s Women in Government Leadership Summit in La Jolla, CA! CBHA's CEO, Dr. Le Ondra Clark Harvey, spoke on the Mental Health Epidemic panel, highlighting state policy solutions to expand access to care. We are grateful for our partners advancing behavioral health!
This month, #CBHA honors the rich culture and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities whose resilience and leadership strengthen California and our nation. ❤️
Violent and indiscriminate ICE raids hurt our mental health. We stand with the community organizations creating safe spaces to get legal counsel and mental health support.
https://bit.ly/41Q7E5T
We respectfully urge Governor Newsom to sign AB 1032 to ensure that the behavioral health services needed to heal and rebuild are immediately available to families. 👏📢
#CBHA stands in proud support of AB 1032 authored by Assemblymember John Harabedian and Speaker Robert Rivas, as it would expand access to essential behavioral health services for communities impacted by wildfire trauma. 🗣
Nearly half of Californians in jail/prison have a substance use disorder, yet treatment is inconsistent. We have the science and tools to treat AUD, but we must follow through with equitable & consistent care. More from Dr. Clark Harvey in @calhealthreport.bsky.social: tinyurl.com/yzs6txme
In today’s [Asm Sub 7] committee СВНА shared public comment on severe budget impacts of H.R. 1 on California's heath system. Cuts will result in Medi-Cal gaps, impacting behavioral health providers.
Thank you to committee Chair Asm. Gregg Hart & members for highlighting the budget impacts of H.R.1.
During the Joint Health hearing, CBHA shared public comment on the devastating impacts of H.R. 1 on California’s behavioral health system.
We are grateful for committee Chairs Senator Menjivar and @asmmiabonta.bsky.social and members for their attention to the real impacts of H.R. 1.
Special thank you to CapRadio for featuring comments from CBHA’s Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Le Ondra Clark Harvey! 👏
🔗 Read the full article for more insight on obstacles in menopause symptom treatment: bit.ly/44sdZF1
📢 Great news! CA Senate adopted SCR 69 by @senakilahweber.bsky.social, recognizing May as Behavioral Health Awareness Month—highlighting critical impacts on youth, seniors, LGBTQ+, justice-involved & communities of color. Thank you, Senator Weber Pierson! 💙
CBHA proudly joined advocates at the Capitol today, standing against proposed IHSS and Medi-Cal cuts threatening vulnerable Californians. Thanks to California Disability Services Association for your leadership—we stand united! 📢✊ #NoMoreCuts #CABudget
Today, CBHA released our response to Gov. Newsom’s May Revise for the 2025–26 budget. While we recognize the fiscal challenges CA faces, we are deeply concerned about proposed reductions to behavioral health services for our most vulnerable communities. Read our full statement: conta.cc/43w5cTd
CBHA applauds Congresswoman Doris Matsui for standing strong against harmful efforts to gut Medicaid. Her unwavering commitment to protecting our essential health providers ensures communities have continued access to vital care. 📢 👏
Read more here: bit.ly/43gbchI
This column describes the coproduction of a well-being model and workbook for Black adults ages 18–39 to enhance their well-being and mental health. The model is an example of codeveloping culturally relevant tools and resources for specific populations. bit.ly/4iM9dY3
What an amazing time at #NatCon25— the largest behavioral health conference in the nation! Grateful for our CBHA members, experts, and advocates who shared insights and inspiration. Together, we’re building a more equitable, compassionate system of care. 💙
In addition, during the Senate Edu Committee, he provided strong support of SB 531 (Rubio) which seeks to expand mental health education access to all California students, regardless of their grade level or enrollment in a pre-existing health course. 📢
Learn more about the bill: bit.ly/42KOTQM
Today in Senate Health Committee, CBHA's Policy and Legislative Affairs Manager, Jorge Cruz, stood up for moms and families across California by supporting #SB626 (Smallwood-Cuevas), which ensures better screening, treatment, & accountability in perinatal mental health care.
#maternalmentalhealth 💙
Today is Denim Day! CBHA proudly stands in solidarity with survivors as we raise awareness about sexual assault and promote healing, support, and prevention. 📢
#DenimDay2025
Learn more about the importance: denimday.org/why-denim
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NEW: We consulted policymakers and 30+ experts across California institutions to identify the top eight challenges for California's energy future. Read the April 2025 update to our key #energy resource.
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Thank you to Committee Chair, Assemblymember Mia Bonta, and Committee members for your leadership and attention to this critical issue. 🙏