Behavioral Health and Primary Care Integration Conference

The Behavioral Health and Primary Care Integration Conference at Lipscomb University emphasizes the integration of behavioral health into primary care. Attendees can expect sessions on team-based care, health disparities, and substance use disorders. The conference provides opportunities for networking and learning from experts in the field.

The agenda includes presentations on community health, improving behavioral health access, and reducing stigma through a team approach. The event is co-sponsored by Meharry Medical College and offers CE credits for various professionals.

Lipscomb University, Department of Psychology, Counseling and Family Science

Lipscomb University’s Department of Psychology, Counseling and Family Science focuses on integrating behavioral health into primary care and other healthcare settings.

Phone: 800.333.4358

The conference includes sessions on community health, team-based care, and behavioral health integration. Notable sessions include 'Keeping an Inclusive Perspective on Community Health' and 'Improving Behavioral Health Access.'

Karen Winkfield, M.D., Ph.D.

Executive Director of the Meharry Vanderbilt Alliance, specializing in radiation therapy for hematologic malignancies and breast cancer.

Wendy Bradley, LPC-MHSP, CAADC, CPHQ

Director of Behavioral Health Integration at TMF Health Quality Institute, focusing on quality improvement and behavioral health integration.

Chelsia Harris, DNP, RN, FNP-BC

Executive Director of Nursing at Lipscomb University, with experience in various healthcare settings and nursing education.

The conference offers CE credit for MDs, counselors, marriage and family therapists, and social workers.