(Summit Pointe 70) Keys to Overcoming Stigma and Improving Black Mental Health

It is estimated that only a fraction of African Americans seek life-changing treatment for issues of mental health. Stigma and culture play a role in barriers to treatment.

Our colleague Lakeyta - who oversees access to services at Summit Pointe - talks about why that is, but also how conversations are helping remove those barriers.

Episode Resources
First Step Psychiatric Urgent Care

Summit Pointe Podcast 70 is a Livemic Communicationsproduction. 

Summit Pointe, the Behavioral Health Authority in Calhoun County, Michigan, is pioneering Community Mental Health Services by developing innovative ideas and community partnerships that lead to high-quality care and a healthy community.