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REACH seeks to transform children’s health services by helping care providers use proven methods Expanding the “reach” of today’s knowledge is what we do.

According to the Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Science, it takes 18 years on average for medical innovations to reach patients. Shortening the wait for science to reach its intended beneficiaries greatly benefits families, communities and society as a whole. REACH and its scientific partners believe that this time lag can be reduced to less than 3 years, giving more than 3 million young people a real chance for happier, healthier and more productive lives. The discovery of even more effective treatments is what we hope for. Please join us in making certain that children and adolescents are not left waiting too long. REACH uses a four-step process to accelerate the time that it takes for state-of-art science to reach local communities:

* Identify and validate the highest-quality scientific findings
* Adapt these new interventions to make them family- and child-friendly
* Quickly disseminate and implement these proven interventions, and
* Empower local communities to sustain this change process through ongoing access to REACH’s latest programs, training materials and technical assistance

11/21/2025

Standard medical training often falls short when it comes to equipping pediatric residents with the tools to address mental health concerns. This week, REACH led our inaugural Resident Education in Anxiety, Depression and Suicidality (READS) course, where a cohort of residency program faculty gained knowledge and resources to prepare the next generation of providers to confidently address mental health in primary care.

Empowering providers to provide effective mental health care early on in their careers changes the trajectory for the thousands of children and adolescents with mental health concerns that they'll encounter in their practices. We're grateful to this week's attendees for their commitment to support their residents with these life-changing skills!

11/19/2025

This week, REACH led a specialized training on Addressing Trauma in Pediatric Primary Care for providers serving Navajo and other Indigenous communities in the state of Arizona.

This program equips clinicians with tools to recognize and respond to trauma, strengthening care for families in high-need regions. We’re grateful to Arizona Complete Health for partnering with REACH to expand access to culturally responsive, evidence-based mental health care.

11/17/2025

Thank you to all 51 dedicated providers from across the country who joined us for our Patient-Centered Mental Health in Pediatric Primary Care (PPP) program this weekend.

Over three days, participants learned to assess and manage common pediatric mental health conditions with confidence. We look forward to seeing them in their follow-up calls as they continue transforming care for children and families.

11/14/2025

According to Mental Health America’s latest report, in 2024, there were 320 individuals for every one mental health provider in the U.S. The report also reveals sobering trends among youth: Over half of youth (ages 12-17) with a major depressive episode (MDE) did not receive any treatment or counseling for depression in the past year.

With funding cuts impacting healthcare coverage and accessibility across the U.S., reports like these reaffirm the urgency of REACH’s mission – training primary care providers to deliver effective, evidence-based mental health care for those who need it most.

11/10/2025

On Friday, REACH faculty led another session of Practical Behavior Management in Pediatric Primary Care, bringing together pediatric clinicians from across the country to strengthen their skills in managing common behavioral concerns.

Thank you to all the participants who joined us for this dynamic, hands-on training and for your dedication to supporting the mental health of the children and families you serve!

11/06/2025

Every child deserves care that helps them thrive, not just survive 💛

REACH’s Practical Behavior Management in Pediatric Primary Care gives providers the tools to confidently address common behavior challenges and support families with evidence-based strategies. Our next live virtual course is January 23, 2026 — the program also includes 2 months of case-based group learning calls to support you in putting your new knowledge into practice!

Register by January 9 (link is in the comments)

11/04/2025

November is Native American Heritage Month, a time to honor Indigenous histories, cultures, and resilience. At REACH, we also recognize the mental health disparities faced by Native communities, including limited access to culturally responsive care. We encourage providers to share the below resources with their communities:

👉 We R Native: This website offers culturally-relevant, accessible health and wellness information for Indigenous youth, with topics like wellness, mental health, relationships, identity, culture, environment, life skills, and more. www.wernative.org
👉 Native Youth Crisis Textline: Text “Native” to 741 741 for free, 24/7 counseling support.
👉 StrongHearts Native Helpline for Domestic or Sexual Violence: 844-7NATIVE (762-8483) // Call, text, or chat 24/7 for confidential and anonymous support.
👉 Native and Indigenous Communities and Mental Health page from Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org/position-statements/native-and-indigenous-communities-and-mental-health/

10/30/2025

New on the REACH Mental Health Blog! Adult ADHD: A Family Affair

"When a child comes into your office with ADHD, it's very likely in the family tree and potentially in the parent right there in front of you." More than half of adults with ADHD weren’t diagnosed until adulthood, missing critical early interventions and facing lasting impacts on work, relationships, and family life.

Dr. Kathleen McCoy, DNSc, who specializes in family psychiatric mental health and integrative care, shares what primary care providers need to know about recognizing and supporting adults with ADHD.

10/29/2025

As a pediatric P*P, you’re often the first to see children struggling with mental health concerns — you want to help now, and waitlists for specialists are long. View our upcoming Patient-Centered Mental Health in Pediatric Primary Care (PPP) course dates below:

📅 Nov 14–16, 2025 – Virtual CT schedule (Registration closes Oct 30 at 5pm ET)
📅 Jan 23–25, 2026 – In-person, St. Petersburg, FL (Only 5 spots left!)
📅 Feb 20–22, 2026 – Virtual CT schedule

This program equips you with practical, evidence-based skills you can implement immediately, helping you manage common mental health concerns with confidence and reduce pressure on specialty care systems. Sign up today at the link in the comments.

Check out the photos from our recent in-person PPP with Bradley Hospital 💫

10/27/2025

Thank you for joining us at Sounds of Hope! 💫

At our second annual event at One Vanderbilt, attendees learned more about REACH’s mission to expand access to timely, effective mental health care for tens of thousands of children and families each year and enjoyed an incredible performance by CHAMPAGNE SUPERNOVA.

We’re deeply grateful to everyone who joined us this week for a memorable evening in support of children’s mental health.

10/24/2025

REACH is leading a specialized CBT for Anxiety in Pediatric Primary Care training today for a great group of providers ✨

Over the course of this full-day training (followed by two months of case-based learning calls), participants gain practical skills, knowledge, and confidence to help children and teens manage and overcome anxiety. Stay tuned for more training opportunities!

10/21/2025

October is both Learning Disabilities Awareness Month and ADHD Awareness Month. To raise awareness, Understood has created an immersive platform called Through My Eyes.

This platform offers free resources for educators, featuring engaging simulations and powerful stories that bring to life the experiences of students with ADHD, dyslexia, and dyscalculia. It’s a valuable tool to build empathy and strengthen support for every learner.

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