TCMHCC and Trayt Health Addressing Youth Mental Health at Scale

State and local governments, along with non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and healthcare organizations are teaming up in Texas to tackle youth mental health. The Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium is a unique collaboration between stakeholders across the state that provides access to mental health resources no matter where the child may be. The Consortium’s success is due to efficient processes, a data-driven approach backed by a technology platform, and a shared sense of purpose. Healthcare IT Today recently had the chance to learn more from Dr. Laurel Williams Medical Director for the Centralized Operational Support Hub for the Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium (TCMHCC) and Malekeh Amini, Founder & CEO at Trayt Health. Youth Mental Health Crisis Mental health has long been a neglected area of healthcare, particularly when it comes to children and teenagers. In recent years, however, the youth mental health crisis has been making headlines across the United States. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), 1 in 6 US youth aged 6-17 experience a mental health disorder each year. This is a concerning statistic, as untreated mental health issues can lead to long-term consequences that impact a child’s academic performance, social interactions, and future job prospects. TCMHCC Initiatives The state of Texas has recognized the severity of the youth mental health crisis and in 2019 created the TCMHCC to address gaps i...
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