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David and John are joined by Monica Johnson. They discuss the evolution of crisis care, focusing on the introduction of the 988 Lifeline, transforming crisis support. They highlight the importance of awareness, community involvement, and the ongoing challenges in mental health care, emphasizing the need for patience and sustained effort in creating effective systems. They explore the importance of federal and state collaboration in enhancing crisis care, the challenges of leadership in this field, and the critical need for dignity in crisis response.

About our Guest: Monica Johnson, M.A., LPC, is the Director of the 988 & Behavioral Health Crisis Coordinating Office at SAMHSA, with 26 years of experience in behavioral health leadership. A seasoned executive with a track record of managing large budgets and implementing critical mental health initiatives, she previously served as Interim Commissioner for the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities. https://www.samhsa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/leadership/biographies/monica-johnson

Link to Monica’s book: https://www.amazon.com/Fab-30-Critical-Leadership-Lessons/dp/1086762843

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