Stronger insurance regulations to promote mental health services
Democratic state lawmakers are pushing a package of bills to make mental health services more accessible for New Yorkers.
Mentally preparing defendants for trial falls to counties
Counties are on the hook for the costly and lengthy process ensuring criminal defendants are mentally fit to stand trial.
State takes steps to promote mental health care access
State Office of Mental Health's Joe Katagiri explains efforts to boost access to mental health and substance abuse treatments.
State addiction official visits county jail treatment program
NYS OASAS's Rabiah Gaynor discusses a Westchester County Jail program serving people with co-occurring disorders.
Mental health advocates, lawmakers debate involuntary commitment expansion
The New York Public News Network's J.T. Stone explores what new involuntary commitment language could mean.
State health commissioner addresses final budget
We explore how the state budget may impact access to mental health services with state Health Commissioner Ann Sullivan.
Checking in with NY Mental Health Commissioner
Dr. Ann Sullivan discusses some of the mental health initiatives in Gov. Kathy Hochul's budget proposal.
The world of state mental health regulations
We discuss regulations governing the licensing and certifying of mental health care providers in New York.
Mental Health Commissioner Ann Sullivan talks budget
We look at what the mental health portion of the state budget means for the non-profit workforce and the needs of kids.
State mental health official discusses investments in kids
We break down the ramifications of the state's record investments in mental health services for kids in the current budget.
