Navigating mental health and substance use services is often challenging for both patients and providers. Colorado’s behavioral health system is in the midst of a transformational shift. Our previously fragmented system caused delays, inefficiencies, and unmet needs, especially for underserved populations. In July 2025, the Colorado Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) launched the Colorado LIFTS Network, administered by system partners known as Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organizations (BHASOs). The Colorado LIFTS Network streamlines the provision of behavioral health safety-net services for individuals who are under- or uninsured.  Presenters will share the history and function of the new BHASO model and the Colorado LIFTS network. They will demonstrate how providers and community members can navigate this new system and share various resources for children, youth, and families.

Learning Objectives: 

• Participants will increase their knowledge about the current state of behavioral health in Colorado
• Participants will learn about various ways of accessing behavioral health care, including:
  • 988
  • Ownpath
  • Colorado LIFTS Care Navigation
• Participants will learn about various child and youth-facing programs within the Colorado LIFTS Network

Speakers:  

• Joseph (Joey) Pachta, LCSW, Colorado LIFTS Quality Manager, Behavioral Health Administration
• Judith Tieku, MPH, Colorado LIFTS Community Engagement Administrator, Behavioral Health Administration
  

Intended audience:  University/hospital faculty and students, providers, and community members.

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Questions may be directed to [email protected].