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.
Suicide and suicidality in Oklahoma: Trends, risks, and prevention strategies
Suicide is a complex, urgent public health problem for Oklahoma. Our newest report uses 10 years’ worth of data from the Oklahoma Violent Death Reporting System, along with readily available state and national data spanning nearly two decades, to answer critical questions about suicide in Oklahoma.
Read MoreAchieving the outcomes and cost benefits of CCBHCs in Oklahoma
With several years of CCBHC experience, Oklahoma should now focus on strengthening implementation practices for the CCBHC model and ensuring services fulfill the model's promise.
Read MoreBringing criminal justice diversion services to scale in Oklahoma
Our new report outlines where Oklahoma's diversion services must grow to meet demand — and quantifies the economic benefits our state can expect in return.
Read MoreTransforming mental health policy in Oklahoma
Policy guidance & analysis
During the past five years, Healthy Minds was responsible for more than a dozen vital pieces of mental health legislation becoming law in Oklahoma. These bills provide the policy infrastructure for a more effective and efficient mental health system — addressing insurance issues related to mental health care, implementing evidence-based practices, and strengthening the mental health workforce. We help steer policy directions to be data- and evidence-informed, backed by substantive research on the most pressing issues facing our state.
Analysis of existing policy and implementation
Drafting legislation and regulations
Analysis of proposed legislation
The impact of cuts to federal mental health funding in Oklahoma
Over the past five years, Oklahoma has received nearly $750 million in funding from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the primary federal agency charged with advancing the nation’s behavioral health.
Read MorePriority strategies for opioid abatement in Oklahoma
Healthy Minds has a series of short guidance documents about each of the eight priority strategies approved by the Oklahoma Opioid Abatement Board for communities to use when applying for opioid abatement grants.
Read MoreStrategies for improving parity in Oklahoma’s Medicaid managed care plans
In this report, we examine policy options for ensuring parity compliance on SoonerSelect, Oklahoma’s Medicaid managed care program.
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
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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
