activities · 33
what they do
direct service · 9
- Behavioral Health Services Integrated Behavioral Health ServicesProvides evidence-based behavioral health services that integrate medical and behavioral health needs, focusing on culturally responsive leadership and population-based strategies.
- Holistic Mental Health Care Outpatient Mental Health CounselingOperates a private practice providing holistic mental health care to individuals and families, specializing in various mental health issues.
- Integrated Behavioral Health Clinical Services Integrated Behavioral Health ServicesDelivers evidence-based, culturally responsive clinical services addressing anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, addiction, relational concerns, and LGBTQ+ affirming care using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy within integrated primary care settings. Services are also extended to workplace EAPs and perinatal care contexts.
- Integrated Behavioral Health Service Delivery Integrated Behavioral Health ServicesProvides evidence-based behavioral health services that integrate medical and behavioral health needs, focusing on culturally responsive leadership and population-based strategies. This includes clinical services for anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, addiction, and other issues within integrated primary care settings, and improving mental health screenings and services for youth.
- Integrated Behavioral Health Service Delivery Integrated Behavioral Health ServicesProvides evidence-based behavioral health services that integrate medical and behavioral health needs, focusing on culturally responsive leadership and population-based strategies. This includes clinical services for anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, addiction, and other issues within integrated primary care settings, and operating a private practice for holistic mental health care.
- Integrated Treatment ApproachesImplemented integrated treatment approaches that reduced hospital re-admissions by 30% in southwest Oklahoma City.
- Perinatal Behavioral Health Integration Project Behavioral Health Integration ResearchLed a perinatal behavioral health integration project at Willow Birth Center from 2016 to 2020, with outcomes published in the International Journal of Integrated Care.
- Youth Mental Health Screening and Educational Engagement Support Youth Mental Health Education & Peer SupportImplements programs to improve the frequency and quality of mental health screenings for youth to support school engagement and reduce disciplinary issues through behavioral health integration in educational settings.
- Youth Mental Health Support Youth Mental Health Education & Peer SupportWorks to improve the frequency and quality of mental health screenings and services for youth to support educational engagement.
advocacy · 4
- Advocacy and Public Education to Reduce Mental Health Stigma Mental Health Stigma Reduction InitiativesLeads advocacy initiatives through workshops, public speaking, and podcasting to reduce stigma around mental health in entrepreneurial and faith-based communities and improve behavioral health systems at scale.
- Advocacy for Behavioral Health Systems Mental Health Stigma Reduction InitiativesLeads initiatives to improve behavioral health systems beyond direct service provision and conducts workshops and public speaking engagements to reduce mental health stigma.
- Advocacy for Behavioral Health Systems Mental Health Stigma Reduction InitiativesLeads initiatives to improve behavioral health systems beyond direct service provision, including workshops and public speaking engagements to reduce mental health stigma.
- Mental Health Advocacy and Education Mental Health Stigma Reduction InitiativesLeads initiatives to improve behavioral health systems beyond direct service provision and conducts workshops and public speaking engagements to reduce mental health stigma in various communities.
research · 8
- Behavioral Health Research Behavioral Health Integration ResearchConducts research on various behavioral health topics, including behavioral health screening in schools, perinatal behavioral health integration, trauma, pregnancy, psychedelics in mental health, and autism diagnosis. Research findings are published in journals and presented at conferences.
- Behavioral Health Research and Publications Behavioral Health Integration ResearchConducts research on behavioral health topics, including screening in schools, perinatal behavioral health integration, trauma, pregnancy, psychedelics in mental health, and autism diagnosis. Publishes findings in journals and the CGI newsletter, and authors books on emotional resilience and personal growth.
- Behavioral Health Research in Schools and Integrated Care Settings Behavioral Health Integration ResearchConducts research on behavioral health screening in schools to improve attendance and reduce disciplinary issues, and publishes findings in peer-reviewed forums such as the International Journal of Integrated Care.
- Behavioral Health Screening Research Behavioral Health Systems Research & ImprovementConducted research on behavioral health screening in schools to improve attendance and reduce disciplinary issues.
- Disruptors at Work Podcast Podcast Production for Public AwarenessPublished 81 episodes of the podcast "Disruptors at Work: An Integrated Care Podcast," which has been recognized as one of the Top 10 Behavioral Health Podcasts.
- Integrated Care Podcast Production Podcast Production for Public AwarenessProduces and hosts the "Disruptors at Work: An Integrated Care Podcast," which covers topics such as substance use treatment and integrated care, with 81 episodes published to date.
- Podcast Production on Integrated Care and Behavioral Health Innovation Podcast Production for Public AwarenessProduces the podcast "Disruptors at Work: An Integrated Care Podcast," with 81 episodes published to date, recognized as one of the Top 10 Behavioral Health Podcasts in February 2026, covering topics such as substance use treatment and integrated care models.
- Scholarly Publication and Dissemination on Behavioral Health Topics Behavioral Health Integration ResearchAuthors books and publishes articles in newsletters and conferences on topics including emotional resilience, grief, trauma, autism, psychedelics in mental health, and personal growth, contributing to academic discourse in integrated care.
capacity building · 12
- Behavioral Health Program Development Behavioral Health Systems Research & ImprovementDevelops behavioral health programs and uses data to guide decisions and improve quality across various settings.
- Behavioral Health System Design and Improvement Behavioral Health Systems Research & ImprovementDesigns systems to reduce barriers to behavioral health care, promote prevention, and support continuity of care. This involves conducting needs assessments, developing healthcare restructuring frameworks, implementing health outcome measurement procedures, and guiding healthcare policy implementation for educational institutions and NGOs.
- Behavioral Health System Design and Improvement Behavioral Health Systems Research & ImprovementDesigns systems to reduce barriers to behavioral health care, promote prevention, and support continuity of care. This includes conducting data analysis and system reorganization to improve mental health service quality in NGOs and educational institutions, and developing behavioral health programs.
- Doctor of Behavioral Health (DBH) Program Clinical Supervision & Licensure SupportEnrolls and graduates students in a Doctor of Behavioral Health program, providing advanced clinical training for licensed counselors and equipping them to lead in integrated, whole-person care. This includes sponsoring and teaching in DBH programs.
- Doctor of Behavioral Health (DBH) Program Clinical Supervision & Licensure SupportEnrolls students in a Doctor of Behavioral Health program, providing advanced clinical training for licensed counselors and equipping them to translate data and values into actionable strategies for integrated, whole-person care.
- Doctor of Behavioral Health (DBH) Program Delivery and Academic Leadership Clinical Supervision & Licensure SupportOffers a Doctor of Behavioral Health (DBH) program that trains licensed counselors in advanced clinical practice and integrated care, graduating students committed to leadership and advocacy in behavioral health. Faculty also lecture at institutional conferences and teach core courses such as Pathophysiology and Psychopharmacology.
- Doctor of Behavioral Health Program Clinical Supervision & Licensure SupportEnrolls students in a Doctor of Behavioral Health program, supporting advanced clinical training for licensed counselors and integrating behavioral health into primary care.
- Healthcare Provider Training and Consultation Trauma-Informed Care Training for IDD ProvidersOffers training and consultation services, such as Inspire Disruption, to equip healthcare providers with skills in areas like trauma-informed care for patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Supervision and Mentorship of Mental Health Practitioners Clinical Supervision & Licensure SupportSupervises over 60 mental health practitioners, including those engaged in faith-based counseling, supporting professional development and culturally responsive practice.
- Training and Consultation for Healthcare Providers Trauma-Informed Care Training for IDD ProvidersProvides training and consultation services, including equipping healthcare providers to deliver trauma-informed care to patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and lecturing at conferences.
- Training and Consultation for Trauma-Informed and Integrated Care Trauma-Informed Care Training for IDD ProvidersProvides training and consultation services through initiatives like Inspire Disruption and Clarity Clinical Analytics Group to equip healthcare providers with trauma-informed care strategies, conduct needs assessments, restructure healthcare systems, and implement outcome measurement procedures for NGOs and educational institutions.
- Trauma-Informed Care Training Trauma-Informed Care Training for IDD ProvidersCreated Inspire Disruption, a training and consultation business that equips healthcare providers to deliver trauma-informed care to patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
strategies · 25
how they think
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- Biopsychosocial and Trauma-Informed Integration trauma_informed_careApplies a trauma-informed, person-centered approach that integrates cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and biopsychosocial frameworks, emphasizing neurophysiology, pharmacology, and emotional regulation to support holistic healing.
- Co-Design and Community-Centered Integration co_design_community_centered_integrationThe organization advocates for co-design in healthcare by actively integrating patient, family, and community lived experience into system design. This community-centered approach ensures care is accessible, culturally responsive, and sustainable, promoting meaningful engagement as an evidence-based practice for healthcare transformation.
- Co-Design with Lived Experience co-designAdvocates for co-design in healthcare transformation by integrating patient, family, and community lived experience into system design, education, and policy, promoting meaningful engagement as an evidence-based practice for sustainable change.
- Community-Based and Lifestyle-Integrated Interventions lifestyle_medicine_in_school_settingsImplements education-focused, community-based interventions that incorporate evidence-based breathwork, mindfulness, and lifestyle medicine—such as endocannabinoid system awareness—to support emotional regulation, resilience, and student engagement in school settings.
- Evidence-Based Practice and Education evidence_based_practiceThe organization utilizes evidence-based approaches and interventions to inform program design, improve clinical awareness, and support long-term wellness. This includes combining research and clinical knowledge to advance healthcare access and improvement, and applying evidence-based breathwork, mindfulness, and lifestyle practices for nervous system regulation and emotional balance.
- Evidence-Based Practice and Education evidence_based_practiceThe organization utilizes evidence-based approaches and interventions to inform program design, clinical awareness, and healthcare improvement. This includes combining research and clinical knowledge, educating on under-recognized forms of family violence, and applying evidence-based breathwork, mindfulness, and lifestyle practices to support well-being.
- Evidence-Based Program Design and Intervention evidence_based_program_designThe organization utilizes evidence-based approaches and interventions to inform program design for integrated behavioral health teams. This includes applying research and clinical knowledge to improve healthcare access, addressing under-recognized forms of family violence through education, and using lifestyle practices like breathwork and mindfulness for nervous system regulation.
- Evidence-Based Program and Clinical Design evidence-based program designUses research, clinical knowledge, and evidence-based practices to inform program design, improve clinical awareness—such as in identifying family violence—and guide effective interventions in integrated behavioral health teams.
- Health Equity Focus health_equityThe organization is mission-driven to achieve health equity by actively working to eliminate disparities in behavioral health care. This focus addresses inequalities related to cultural background, income, sexual orientation, and geographical location to ensure equitable access and outcomes.
- Health Equity and Culturally Responsive Care health_equityOperates with a mission-driven focus on eliminating disparities in behavioral health by advancing culturally responsive leadership and equitable access across income, geography, sexual orientation, and cultural background.
- Holistic and Experience-Informed Care through Storytelling holistic_experience_informed_careThe organization employs a holistic, experience-informed approach that integrates therapy, education, storytelling, and public advocacy to support mental health and emotional resilience. This includes amplifying real-world experiences of community members to advance integrated care and improve health outcomes.
- Integrated Care Model integrated_careThe organization employs an integrated care model that treats physical and mental health as a unified system, recognizing that mental health is foundational to physical health. This approach combines various therapeutic methods (person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, trauma-informed) and extends beyond traditional clinical settings to include population-based strategies, culturally responsive leadership, and workplace applications to deliver comprehensive, whole-person treatment.
- Integrated Care Model integrated_careUses an integrated, holistic approach that connects mental health, physical health, substance use, and social factors, operating on the principle that healing occurs at the intersection of mind, body, and systems of care rather than in silos. This model is applied across primary care, schools, and workplace settings to improve health outcomes and address root causes of illness.
- Leadership Development for Healthcare Reimagining leadership in healthcare transformationEmpowers graduates to lead healthcare transformation by equipping them with skills to craft and communicate a reimagined, prevention-focused vision of holistic care and influence change through knowledge sharing and policy engagement.
- Psycho Judo psycho_judoThe organization employs "psycho judo," a method that involves leaning into resistance, understanding its function, and redirecting its energy to facilitate change in individuals and systems.
- Psycho Judo psycho_judoThe organization employs "psycho judo," a method that involves leaning into resistance, understanding its function, and redirecting its energy to facilitate positive change in individuals.
- Psycho Judo as a Change Methodology psycho_judoUses psycho judo—a method of leaning into resistance, understanding its function, and redirecting its energy—to facilitate individual and systemic change in therapeutic and organizational contexts.
- Psycho Judo for Resistance Management psycho_judoThe organization utilizes "psycho judo," a method that involves leaning into resistance, understanding its function, and redirecting its energy to facilitate positive change in individuals and systems.
- Storytelling and Advocacy for Health Equity storytelling_advocacyThe organization uses storytelling and public advocacy to amplify real-world experiences of community members, advance integrated care, and improve health outcomes. This approach is driven by a mission to achieve health equity and eliminate disparities in behavioral health care.
- Storytelling and Advocacy for Health Equity storytelling_for_equityThe organization amplifies real-world experiences of community members through storytelling and public advocacy to advance integrated care and improve health outcomes. This approach is mission-driven, focusing on health equity to eliminate disparities in behavioral health care related to cultural background, income, sexual orientation, and geography.
- Storytelling and Public Advocacy for System Change storytelling_for_systems_changeUses storytelling, podcasting, and public advocacy to amplify real-world experiences and disseminate innovative models of care, fostering leadership communication and systems change in behavioral health.
- Systems-Level Change and Leadership systems_level_changeThe organization aims to achieve systemic reorganization of healthcare through leadership development, systems thinking, data analysis, and policy engagement. This involves empowering professionals to lead improvement initiatives, influencing change through knowledge sharing, and advancing behavioral health systems to be more compassionate, accessible, and effective, particularly for those with complex needs.
- Systems-Level Change and Leadership systems_changeThe organization focuses on achieving systemic reorganization of healthcare through systems thinking, data analysis, and policy-level engagement. It prepares healthcare professionals to lead improvement initiatives, empowering them to craft and communicate a reimagined vision of healthcare focused on holistic support and prevention, and to influence change through knowledge sharing and collaboration.
- Systems-Level Change and Leadership systems_changeThe organization aims to achieve systemic reorganization of healthcare by empowering professionals to lead improvement initiatives. This involves using systems thinking, data analysis, and policy engagement to scale behavioral health improvements, transform care through collaboration, and advance behavioral health systems to be more compassionate, accessible, and effective.
- Systems-Level Healthcare Transformation systems_change_communicationFocuses on systemic reorganization and policy engagement using systems thinking, data analysis, and leadership development to scale behavioral health improvements, reduce disparities, and advance compassionate, accessible systems—particularly for complex and underserved populations.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Clarity Clinical Analytics Group
Initiative led by DBH alumni to support NGOs and educational institutions in conducting needs assessments, restructuring mental health services, and implementing outcome measurement systems
Cummings Psyche Award
A scientific award in the mental health field with a $50,000 prize, sponsored by The Nicholas & Dorothy Cummings Foundation.
Doctor of Behavioral Health (DBH) Program
Graduate-level program training professionals in integrated behavioral healthcare, focusing on systems-level change, population health, and clinical integration with primary care
relationships · 15
who they work with
- 4C Strategy Partner — Collaborated with CGI through a podcast episode exploring co-design and meaningful engagement in healthcare.
- Arizona State University Partner — Collaborated on the development and teaching in the Doctor of Behavioral Health Program.
- Clarity Clinical Analytics Group Partner — Co-founded with a group of Doctors of Behavioral Health and Education to support institutional mental health system improvements.
- Cummings Graduate Institute for Behavioral Health Studies Network — Alumni affiliation where Dr. Penney earned his Doctor of Behavioral Health and applied CGI's integrated care training in professional practice.
- Cummings Graduate Institute for Behavioral Health Studies Partner — Provides doctoral training in behavioral health to clinicians advancing integrated care.
- Disruptors at Work: An Integrated Care Podcast Partner — Collaborates with the podcast to host discussions on substance use treatment and integrated care.
- Dr. Nicholas Cummings Partner — Learned psycho judo from Dr. Nicholas Cummings, which transformed approach to resistance and systems change.
- Hands To Guide You Partner — Dr. Allison Earl and Olivia Mikel are affiliated with Hands To Guide You, where they provide clinical services and advance integrated care.
- Hands to Guide You Partner — Hosted Dr. Larry Ford as a speaker at its 2015 and 2016 fall conferences.
- Lois Goudeau Partner — DBH program student at CGI who co-hosted a podcast episode on integrated care and school-based wellness.
- MillionPodcasts Partner — Recognized CGI's podcast as one of the Top 10 Behavioral Health Podcasts for February 2026.
- Partners Health Management Partner — Dr. Michelle Stroebel serves as a regional manager in tailored care management with Partners Health Management.
- Renovation Integrative Health, LLC Partner — Dr. Brandy Biglow is the CEO and co-founder of Renovation Integrative Health, LLC, an organization engaged in integrative mental health practice and consulting.
- Technology Association of Grantmakers Partner — Hosts a DBH student as Director of Programs and collaborates on advancing integrated care through technology and grantmaking.
- University of North Texas at Dallas Partner — Alumni affiliation and academic pathway partner for students entering the Doctor of Behavioral Health program.