Upstate Mental Health REACH Initiative

03/24/2026

ECHO kicks off April 1—and it’s just 8 days away!

Join fellow NYS providers on Wednesday, April 1 at 12 PM ET for our first session, where Dr. Schwartz, Distinguished Teaching Professor and gifted psychopharmacologist, will share practical strategies for treating depression and anxiety when SSRIs aren’t enough.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and collaborate with colleagues across the state!

Click below to join us next Wednesday at 12 PM 👇
https://echo.zoom.us/j/735931981?pwd=Tk5VYmNyMndOZmM2V1NIQkpSdFMxZz09&fbclid=IwY2xjawQvuKZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFtWVJGcHdnN0d1ODhRQ3N4c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqZO1t1q0Lbx9eegR6S2c11emHoPmpwblyKmmw_KFU3ZVnvfKzXO0pp5U5xn_aem_9teZb8SaD9xQZJzwJrSV7w

03/19/2026

🌟 We’re excited to share that the Upstate Mental Health REACH Initiative Spring Workshop is coming up quickly! Our Workshop will be held virtually on Sunday, May 3, 2026. 🌟

The REACH Initiative, started by the Department of Psychiatry in 2022 and supported by the Mother Cabrini Foundation, is designed to help primary care providers improve their skills in diagnosing and treating common mental health conditions we see every day. 🧠

Over the past two years, more than 600 healthcare providers from 51 counties across New York have participated, and it’s all at no cost. We’ll be tuning in to hear from a fantastic lineup of medical professionals sharing insights on relevant topics. It’s a great chance for NYS healthcare providers to connect, discuss cases from your practice with our faculty, and strengthen mental health care across the state. 🩺

Learn more about the program and register (It's free!) here: https://www.upstate.edu/psychiatry/education/continuous-education/reach.php

Registration link: https://upstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/4gU7TvCZQf6uHokwuGKkTg #/registration

03/16/2026

Welcome Back! Just two short weeks to go until the Upstate REACH Spring ECHO series begins! Join fellow NYS providers on Wednesday, April 1 at 12 PM ET as we kick off our first ECHO session with Dr. Schwartz, Distinguished Teaching Professor, on practical approaches to treatment-resistant depression and anxiety when SSRIs aren’t enough.

Click the link below to join on April 1 at 12pm!
https://echo.zoom.us/j/735931981?pwd=Tk5VYmNyMndOZmM2V1NIQkpSdFMxZz09

03/09/2026

Just one month to go until the Upstate REACH Spring ECHO series begins! Join fellow NYS providers on Wednesday, April 1 at 12 PM ET for a session with Dr. Schwartz on practical approaches to treatment-resistant depression and anxiety when SSRIs aren’t enough.
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02/02/2026

Great news! 🌱
The Upstate Mental Health REACH Spring Cycle is starting soon, and we can't wait to have you join us!🧠
Keep an eye out for more details coming your way shortly. We're looking forward to seeing you there!

Learn more about the program here:

Upstate Mental Health REACH Initiative is an educational activity founded by the Department of Psychiatry in 2022 and funded by the Patrick Lee Foundation and the Mother Cabrini Foundation. REACH Initiative aims to increase the competencies of primary care providers in diagnosing and treating menta....

12/01/2025

🚀 Our last ECHO session of 2025 is happening this Wednesday, December 3rd, at 12 PM! This session will feature Dr. Raveena Gill discussing Cannabis Use Disorder in primary care practice.

We sincerely thank all of our participants for your engagement throughout this fall’s REACH educational cycle.

A special thank you to the Mother Cabrini Foundation and the Julia E. Oyer Addiction Education Fund, managed by the Upstate Foundation, for their generous support in making this program possible. 🤝🌟

Project ECHO connects specialists with primary care providers via telehealth to improve care in underserved areas. We are excited to continue this important work in the coming year!

See you on Wednesday! Click the link below to join👇
https://echo.zoom.us/j/735931981?pwd=Tk5VYmNyMndOZmM2V1NIQkpSdFMxZz09

11/17/2025

📅 Mark your calendars for the next ECHO session on Wednesday, November 19th 🕛 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM via Zoom!

🎤 Our speakers, Linda Lazzari and Joe Ridgway from NAMI Syracuse, will cover the vital role NAMI plays in our community, including education, services, and advocacy. They will also talk about recognizing mental health symptoms in everyday practice, accessing helpful resources, and highlight the classes and support groups available for families and individuals.

💡 This session offers 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit, and Upstate social workers can earn SW credits too!

💻 Click here to join: https://echo.zoom.us/j/735931981?pwd=Tk5VYmNyMndOZmM2V1NIQkpSdFMxZz09

11/11/2025

REACH ECHO coming up! We invite you to join us tomorrow, Wednesday, November 12 at 12 PM for an insightful webinar led by Dr. Raveena Gill on SUD: Medical Emergencies. 🩺💡

Led by an expert in the field, this session is designed to equip New York State healthcare professionals with essential knowledge to effectively manage emergencies related to substance use disorder.

Enhance your skills and understanding to better support individuals in crisis. Don’t miss this valuable learning opportunity!

See you Wednesday: 👉 https://echo.zoom.us/j/735931981?pwd=Tk5VYmNyMndOZmM2V1NIQkpSdFMxZz09

11/04/2025

🧠 Attention Primary Care Providers!
Join us for a virtual learning session designed just for NYS providers — “A Practical Approach to ADHD,” led by expert Dr. Prashant Kaul.

📅 When: Wednesday, November 5 at 12 PM EST
💻 Where: Online — Join here: https://echo.zoom.us/j/735931981?pwd=Tk5VYmNyMndOZmM2V1NIQkpSdFMxZz09

Gain practical tools, enhance your clinical skills, and improve patient care outcomes.
Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and grow! 🌟

10/27/2025

📢 Mark your calendars!

Join us on Wednesday, October 29th at 12 PM via Zoom for an important session on Substance Use Disorders in the Perinatal Population. 🩺✨ Led by Dr. Nevena Radonjić and Dr. Tolani Ajagbe, we’ll explore key insights into the challenges faced by mothers and discuss effective strategies to support them.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and connect!

🔗 Join the session here: https://echo.zoom.us/j/735931981?pwd=Tk5VYmNyMndOZmM2V1NIQkpSdFMxZz09

10/21/2025

Happening Tomorrow! 📢
Get ready for an insightful session with Dr. Ajagbe as we dive into the use of medication for Opioid Use Disorder in primary care.

This professional discussion is a valuable opportunity for NYS healthcare providers to strengthen their approach to treating patients with substance use challenges.

🗓 Tomorrow – Wednesday, October 22
🕛 12:00 PM EST
📍 Join us via the link below

We encourage all interested practitioners to attend — let’s grow and learn together!

👉 https://echo.zoom.us/j/735931981?pwd=Tk5VYmNyMndOZmM2V1NIQkpSdFMxZz09

10/14/2025

🚨 Don't forget! Tomorrow, October 15th at 12 PM ET, join us for an important session with Theresa Baxter, MS FNP-BC CARN-AP. She’ll be sharing insights on Understanding the Medical Side of SUDs: Assessment Strategies. It’s a great chance for NYS providers to learn practical approaches and better support patients with substance use disorders. Make sure to tune in!

Join the session below:
https://echo.zoom.us/j/735931981?pwd=Tk5VYmNyMndOZmM2V1NIQkpSdFMxZz09