Name
03. Behavioral Health in the Next 5 Years: Workforce, Partnerships and More
Date & Time
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 1:20 PM - 2:00 PM
Speakers
Tobias Wasser, MD, MBA, Chair, Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, Fairfield Region, Hartford Healthcare
Stephen Ferrando, MD, Director and Chairman, Department of Psychiatry, Westchester Medical Center Health Network
Lindsey Mortenson, MD, MS, Executive Director, University Health And Counseling, Chief Mental Health Officer, Student Life, Clinical Assistant Professor, Michigan Medicine, University of Michigan
Mary Affee, EdD, LCSW, MBA, RPT-S, Chief Executive Officer and Founder, Horizon Integrated Wellness Group
Stephen Ferrando, MD, Director and Chairman, Department of Psychiatry, Westchester Medical Center Health Network
Lindsey Mortenson, MD, MS, Executive Director, University Health And Counseling, Chief Mental Health Officer, Student Life, Clinical Assistant Professor, Michigan Medicine, University of Michigan
Mary Affee, EdD, LCSW, MBA, RPT-S, Chief Executive Officer and Founder, Horizon Integrated Wellness Group
Description
Behavioral Health in the Next 5 Years: Workforce, Partnerships and More explores emerging trends shaping mental health care. This panel examines workforce development, cross-sector collaborations, technology integration, and innovative care models- highlighting strategies to expand access, enhance outcomes, and build resilient behavioral health systems prepared for evolving patient and community needs.
Location Name
Crystal C (West Tower - Lobby Level)
Full Address
Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601
United States
151 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601
United States
Session Type
Panel
Moderated by
Laura Dyrda, Vice President, Editor in Chief, Becker's Healthcare
Moderator Email Address
ldyrda@beckershealthcare.com
Topic Tag
Leadership, Workforce