Dr. Charlie Smith is the Regional Director for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. In this important episode, you’ll hear about the evolution of the crisis care system, and how 988 is working to meet the burgeoning demand of our mental health crisis. We discuss the role of the government in supporting mental health, and ways that each of us can support the crisis care delivery system.
Dr. Charlie Smith
Dr. Smith is the Regional Director for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) – Region VIII. Dr. Smith is the former Director of the Colorado Division of Behavioral Health and Commissioner of Mental Health and Substance Abuse for the State of Colorado. He is a Licensed Psychologist with over 30 years of experience in fields of forensic psychology, addiction, crisis services, integrated care and behavioral health policy and administration. Dr. Smith holds a PhD in Counseling Psychology from the University of Denver, a MA in Rehabilitation Counseling from New York University, and a BS in Psychology from Allegheny College.
Key Terms: mental health, government, crisis care, 988
