Focusing on the big picture to make systemic change.
From policy analysis to community projects, our work is built on a foundation of data and a commitment to collaboration.
Our team includes experts in public policy, prevention strategies, clinical practice, public health, criminal justice, and more.
We cultivate a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing Oklahoma to create solutions that move our state forward.
Illuminating the path forward
Research & Data
In 2022, Oklahoma directed more public resources to mental health than ever before. Healthy Minds is at the forefront of this historic transformation of Oklahoma’s behavioral healthcare system. By empowering policymakers and community leaders with data, research, and evidence of what works, we help ensure sound policy that leads to a healthier Oklahoma.
Programs of Assertive Community Treatment: Oklahoma’s unmet needs and opportunities to expand intensive services
Our research finds that Oklahoma’s PACT teams serve less than half the number of people who would benefit from and be eligible for these services.
Read MoreKnowledge base: Community mental health and the CCBHC model in Oklahoma
As the first state to fully transition to the CCBHC model, Oklahoma has been at the forefront of embracing change to better deliver community mental health care to its residents.
Read MoreThe state of Oklahoma's behavioral health workforce
Policymakers have realistic options for addressing the state's most pressing behavioral health workforce challenges. With roughly $30 million in targeted funding and policy initiatives, Oklahoma can significantly strengthen workforce pipelines to meet the state’s growing need for behavioral health professionals.
Read MoreTransforming mental health policy in Oklahoma
Policy Guidance & Analysis
Our team provides guidance to policymakers that makes an impact. We make use of our comprehensive knowledge of community needs, the legislative process, and best practices in behavioral health to guide our analysis and make meaningful, fiscally responsible recommendations.
Analysis of existing policy and implementation
Drafting legislation and regulations
Analysis of proposed legislation
New law modifies Oklahoma’s definition of “person requiring treatment”
Oklahoma will soon have an updated definition to determine when someone may be held in protective custody for a mental health evaluation to determine whether they need to be involuntarily hospitalized.
Read MoreHow Oklahoma can reduce housing insecurity through Medicaid
In this analysis, we explore how Oklahoma and other states can utilize strategies through Medicaid to address housing insecurity for Medicaid members with serious mental illness or substance use disorders.
Read MoreAbatement Quick-Takes: Materials from Healthy Minds' opioid abatement learning sessions
Healthy Minds is hosting a series of short learning sessions to help communities preparing applications for opioid settlement grant funding select strategies tailored to their local needs. We'll update this page with meeting materials after each session.
Read MorePutting research into practice
Community Initiatives
Recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, communities across the state are prioritizing mental health and investing significantly in their treatment infrastructure. Healthy Minds supports these efforts with expert counsel, stakeholder coordination, and a long-term vision for improving behavioral health outcomes and increasing access to care.
We provide applied expertise in a wide range of services, from tactical assistance to strategic planning to leadership of community projects.
Our services include:
Needs identification and assessments
Stakeholder coordination
Implementation strategies
Program evaluations
Resource development for community mental health initiatives
Read more about our work:
Healthy Minds awarded WayFinder grant from United Way of Central Oklahoma
Awarded at the United Way of Central Oklahoma's centennial campaign kickoff, the grant provides startup funding for a multi-year initiative to strategically align Oklahoma City’s behavioral health systems with the growing mental health needs of its residents.
Read MoreTulsa is poised to be nation's first 'Zero Overdose' community
Launched by Healthy Minds in March 2023, the Zero Overdose learning community is a collaborative of citywide partners dedicated to eliminating overdose deaths in Tulsa.
Read MoreHealthy Minds works with organizations, communities, and treatment systems, such as non-profits, state agencies, employers, health care institutions, and community coalitions.
Developing collaborative solutions to Oklahoma's challenges
Partnerships & Coalitions
While Oklahoma has tremendous mental health need, collaborative solutions are underway. Healthy Minds coordinates coalitions and partnerships of public- and private-sector stakeholders in communities across the state. We are confident that Oklahoma’s challenges are not insurmountable, and we remain optimistic about the future of our state.
State Policy Council
Oklahoma Mental Health Caucus
Tulsa Methamphetamine Treatment Continuum Steering Committee
