Behavioral Health

How do we stem the rise of chronic depression, substance use disorder, and other behavioral health conditions? Altarum is helping institutions and communities counter this trend by implementing behavioral health care delivery solutions informed by evidence, powered by technology, and strengthened by coordination.

Behavioral Health Solutions

Solutions

Altarum is working to improve the lives of people with mental health and substance use disorders through prevention, access to appropriate care, and integration of other health care services. See examples of our work below, from opioid crisis solutions to learning health systems to improve treatment of mood disorders.

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Detroit Opioid Prevention Collaborative

We're leading a community partnership that equips professionals with the training and tools they need to reduce opioid abuse and save lives.

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Treating Depression and Bipolar Disorder

A network of leading medical practices and institutions across several states is using our online tool to improve treatment of mood disorders.

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Helping Communities Address the Opioid Crisis

Learn how our work on the opioid crisis has helped an Ohio county implement a coordinated and effective response.

Behavioral Health Contact

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Emily Ehrlich

Emily Ehrlich  - MPH, PMP

Director, Behavioral Health

Areas of Expertise
  • Practice Transformation
  • Substance Use Disorder Prevention
  • Quality Improvement & Clinical Decision Support

Emily has more than 20 years of experience in health care policy and research, including directing a program funded by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to educate and train 4,000 primary care and behavioral health providers in depression screening and responsible opioid prescribing. Emily has a master’s degree in health behavior and health education, a bachelor’s degree in psychology, and is a certified Project Management Professional.

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