Laura McAtee

Therapist onboarding shouldn’t take four weeks. But for Behavioral Progression, that was the reality—until they switched to HR Cloud. Behavioral health teams lose valuable time when onboarding is manual, inconsistent, and dependent on paper files. That’s exactly where Behavioral Progression struggled. Their HR team spent hours answering repeated questions, tracking missing documents, and trying to prepare new therapists to support clients. Here’s what changed when they moved to HR Cloud:  ▪ Onboarding time dropped by 3× ▪ New-hire questions reduced by more than half ▪ Therapists reached client-readiness nearly two weeks faster ▪ HR finally gained clear visibility into every step of the process This is the difference a structured, automated onboarding system makes—especially for healthcare and behavioral-health organizations where every day impacts patient outcomes. If your onboarding still feels slow, manual, or difficult to track, it’s time to upgrade. Book your demo: https://hubs.la/Q03Jp5M50  #Onboarding #HRSoftware #HealthcareHR #BehavioralHealth #HROperations #HRCloud #EmployeeExperience #TherapistOnboarding #HRTech

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💡 𝗖𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘁: 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆 📊 60% of mental health clinicians report feeling burned out. When that happens, empathy fades, care quality drops, and turnover soars. Burnout is not about weak resilience. It is about systems, leadership, and support. If you lead a clinic, you have more power than you think to stop it. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗜𝘀 𝗮 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺🩺 When clinicians are overwhelmed: ⚠️ Patient care suffers 💔 Team morale dips 📉 Turnover rises 📢 Your clinic’s reputation takes a hit The ripple effects touch every part of your organization, from culture to care quality to financial stability. 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘁🔥 📅 Heavy caseloads and unrealistic schedules 🗂️ Documentation overload 🔄 Conflicting roles or unclear expectations 🗣️ Limited autonomy and lack of feedback 🏛️ Minimal input on daily decisions 🙏 Not enough recognition or emotional support 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀📣 It rarely stays with one person. When your team is burned out: 😔 Patients notice. Satisfaction drops, trust erodes. 🚪 Turnover climbs. Costs rise and momentum is lost. 💤 Care quality declines. The traits that make someone a great clinician are the first to fade. 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺🛠 1️⃣ Make Schedules and Caseloads Sustainable 📅 Build flexibility into scheduling 📊 Adjust caseload targets periodically 💬 Check in on bandwidth Even small reductions in hours improve resilience and retention. 2️⃣ Foster a Culture of Support and Openness 🤝 Host monthly peer support sessions 🗣 Leaders model transparency 🎉 Celebrate small wins and milestones 📝 Provide anonymous feedback channels Feeling seen and supported makes a big difference. 3️⃣ Bring in the Right Support Staff 🧩 Partner with a recruiting firm that understands mental health ⏳ Use interim coverage to give your team breathing room 🎯 Focus on strategic hiring, not just filling seats 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗼𝘁𝘁𝗼𝗺 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲💬 Burnout is complex, but preventable when leadership makes it a priority. Clinics that invest in their people build stronger, more sustainable teams. That helps your staff, your patients, and your bottom line. 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗠𝗻𝗱𝗟𝗻𝗾 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽🤝 We are a psychologist-founded recruiting partner built for mental health teams. We connect mission-driven organizations with clinicians who align with their values and care philosophy. 📩 Take 30 seconds to complete our 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺 at https://lnkd.in/gqsN4jsH or email us hello@mndlnq.com. Together, we'll help you find, build, and keep a thriving, mission-aligned team to support your clients. #MentalHealthLeadership #ClinicianWellbeing #HealthcareHiring #MentalHealthCare #ClinicLeadership #StaffRetention #WorkplaceWellbeing #BurnoutPrevention #HealthcareRecruitment #MentalHealthProfessionals

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Psychological claims in workers’ compensation are increasing, and understanding them early is critical for risk mitigation, compliance, and workforce stability. This session provides a deeper look at psych claims through two complementary perspectives: what clinicians are observing when employees present with work-related mental health concerns, and how employers can respond early and proactively. Topics include recognizing early indicators, supporting employee performance, reducing exposure, and meeting Interactive Process obligations before claims escalate. Expert insights will be shared by Dianne Vass, VP of Client Relations, Frances Saponaro, NP, and Dr. Debra Dupree, PsyD. Register here: https://lnkd.in/g2xJ75pd #CaSchoolJPA #CSRM #RiskManagement #WorkersCompensation #MentalHealthAtWork #PsychClaims #EmployeeWellbeing #HumanResources #SchoolRisk #PublicSector #CaliforniaSchools #Compliance

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🧠 “What does a therapist’s search history look like?” We got curious — and creative. This video is a lighthearted peek behind the curtain, where empathy meets Google, and the human side of Mental Health Professionals comes to life. Because even the experts are always learning, growing, and yes... googling. Shoutout to the minds that help others untangle theirs. 💬✨ #MentalHealthAwareness #CreativeCampaign #TherapistLife #SearchHistoryStories #RelatableContent #HumanBehindTheTitle #EmpathyInAction #ContentWithPurpose #VideoMarketing #BrandStorytelling #AgencyWork #MarketingForGood

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“Hope is a dependent variable.” 💡 In part 2 of the 5 Years Later series, discover how Brandi Kelly, Ed.D, LCSW turned the challenges of the pandemic into a human‑centered leadership approach—embedding mental health support, modeling vulnerability, and rebuilding with empathy. Read now: https://lnkd.in/gr5c4SbD #AASABlog #StudentMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

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Supervisors are often the most isolated people in mental health—responsible for risk, leadership, and growth, with very little support. In this solo episode, Dr. Amy Parks explores why supervisors need supervision too, and what’s coming from the Clinical Supervision Directory to help. Listen in and join the movement to simplify, support, and elevate supervision. Now available on your favorite podcast platforms.

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There are over 700,000+ licensed mental health professionals in the U.S. But clients still say: “I don’t know how to find the right therapist.” That’s not a clinician problem. That’s a visibility problem. Therapy Directory Online exists to close that gap. We believe: • Access should be intentional • Representation matters • Ethical visibility is part of client care We’re building a community of clinicians who care about how they show up not just where they’re listed. If you support therapist-owned platforms… Follow Therapy Directory Online. If you’re a clinician ready to expand your visibility… Check out Therapy Directory Online! #TherapyDirectory #MentalHealthCare #EthicalBusiness #TherapistLife #therapydirectoryonline

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What Is Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)? 🎥 Featuring Riley Ubben, LMSW BPD is a complex mental health condition that affects how individuals manage emotions, perceive themselves, and relate to others. Those living with BPD may experience: - Intense, rapidly shifting emotions - A fragmented or unstable sense of self - Impulsivity and self-destructive behaviors - Fear of abandonment Relationship challenges, often marked by "splitting" (seeing others as all good or all bad) Riley Ubben, LMSW, explains how BPD often stems from early attachment trauma or inconsistent emotional experiences - and how healing is possible. 🌿 With the right support, individuals can learn to: - Build emotional regulation - Shift from reactivity to reflection - Strengthen relationships - Develop a more stable sense of self At RCBM, we believe in the power of psychotherapy to help individuals with BPD create lasting, meaningful change. #RCBM #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #MentalHealthAwareness #BPDRecovery #TherapyWorks #EmotionalWellness #LMSW #CompassionateCare

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Remote work is redefining psychiatry. Telepsychiatrists now earn 5–10% more than traditional peers, thanks to flexible scheduling and lower overhead. Learn how virtual practice models influence pay, lifestyle, and long-term earning potential, and what you can do to maximize your income.

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"We need to talk about real, systemic solutions that allow therapists to do the work they are meant to do." - Ted Faneuff LISW-S, LMSW, LCSW, We couldn't agree more. Our clinical leaders (like Ted!) recently surveyed 500+ therapists on how AI is shaping their work. 🫴 87% said they were more emotionally available to clients in session 😮‍💨 82% reported AI helped reduce feelings of burnout and exhaustion 😶‍🌫️ 91% said AI reduced the mental effort required to administer care 🤔 86% said that the time saved allowed them to be more engaged or reflective Here’s the thing: the conversation around AI in mental health shouldn't be about AI replacing therapists or improving care. That’s the wrong solution to the wrong problem. The real problem? ⚠️ Clinicians are drowning in admin, systemic dysfunction, and burnout. ⚠️ Patients are left waiting because the people who care for them are running on empty. Therapists already know how to care for their clients. What they need is support — tools and systems that give them the time, space, and energy to do it sustainably. Ted’s full analysis of the survey findings (link in comments 👇) dives deeper into what these numbers mean for the future of care. #AIethics #therapistlife #behavioralhealth #therapy #ai

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📈 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹-𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴. BCBAs and Clinical Directors know the struggle: keeping clinical quality high while hitting specific supervision targets and insurance requirements is a constant balancing act. TheraDriver's Authorization Reporting takes the guesswork out of the equation. We’ve built a system that doesn't just store data but actively tracks progress against your goals in real time. Stay ahead of your clinical requirements with these three key features: 1️⃣ 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 / 𝗘𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴: Monitor and measure clinical direction goals to ensure progress is on track within each specific authorization period. 2️⃣ 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗳𝗳 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴: Keep track of RBT supervision goals and ensure they are being met without manual auditing. 3️⃣ 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹-𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀: View up to date tracking of both client and staff goals over the course of the week or any given authorization period. This makes it easier to adjust schedules and optimize service delivery on the fly. Stop reacting to authorization overages or under-utilization and start managing your practice with precision. See it in action: https://lnkd.in/dcc_JyEn Contact a TheraDriver consultant: https://lnkd.in/d3naFv8A #ABA #BCBA #PracticeManagement #TheraDriver

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Research shows that 80% of parent support needs go unmet by employer benefits and health plans, leaving families without the guidance and resources they need. Supporting a child’s well-being requires more than just medical care. It also means addressing mental health, behavioral needs, and caregiving support in a coordinated way. That’s why we’re proud to partner with Bend Health, Blueberry Pediatrics, and Vitalxchange as we expand WINkid to bring comprehensive pediatric and parenting support to families. Through our partnerships and the expanded WINkid program, we are helping close this gap by providing families with accessible, comprehensive support all in one place. With WINkid, families can access nurse care advocates, virtual pediatric care visits with board-certified pediatricians, behavioral health support, and age-based caregiving resources, all in one place, in the WINFamily App. By combining these resources, families can get guidance when they need it, reducing stress at home and giving parents the confidence to stay engaged at work. We’re proud to make family-centered care more accessible and easier to navigate, helping children, teens, and young adults thrive, while supporting working parents in balancing their own well-being alongside their family’s. Learn more about WINkid and how it can support families here: https://lnkd.in/ebj-eTtU

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It's not just about offering resources, it's about offering the right resources. Our survey highlights that 70% of clinicians feel mental health is a low priority for leadership. Learn how to shift perceptions, tailor well-being initiatives, and create a culture where clinicians feel truly supported. Download the report. https://hubs.ly/Q03rr9nx0 #HealthcareCulture #EmployeeSupport #WellbeingInitiatives #HRInsights

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What happens when clients read what was once only meant for therapists’ eyes? As therapy notes become more accessible, we’re forced to confront some tough ethical questions about transparency, trust, and the therapist’s role in shaping clinical narratives. 🧠📄 Our last white paper explored these complexities, shedding light on how note-sharing impacts both clients and clinicians in a rapidly digitizing world. 📢 And now, we’re shifting the lens: Our upcoming white paper dives into the evolving role of AI in mental health care, from support tools to ethical implications and everything in between. Stay tuned — it’s coming soon. #MentalHealthCare #ClinicalNotes #DigitalTherapy #AIinMentalHealth #Zensible

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Creating an inclusive hiring process doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, building for neurodivergent talent benefits all candidates by reducing unnecessary pressure, ambiguity, and bias. Here are five impactful ways to make your interview process more equitable and neurodivergent-friendly, starting today: 🔹 Provide interview questions in advance When candidates have time to process and prepare, they’re able to present their ideas more clearly and confidently. For individuals with ADHD, autism, or anxiety, this support reduces executive function strain and levels the playing field. It’s not “giving away the answers”. It's creating conditions for success. 🔹 Normalize flexibility in the process Instead of waiting for disclosure (which probably won’t happen), integrate inclusive language like: "Is there anything we can adjust to help you feel more comfortable in this process?" This simple act of proactivity signals psychological safety and supports diverse communication, sensory, and processing needs. 🔹 Assess for skill, not fit Culture fit can unconsciously reinforce bias and exclusion. Assessing candidates for how their unique strengths, ideas, and working styles can add to your culture, not simply match it. Inclusion happens when we make space for difference, not when we filter it out. 🔹 Be clear, consistent, and structured Neurodivergent applicants may struggle with ambiguity or sudden changes. Provide clear information about who they’ll meet, how long interviews will take, what they’ll be asked, and what to expect next. This helps reduce anxiety, builds trust, and allows all candidates to show up as their best selves. 🔹 Train your interviewers Without awareness of neurodivergent communication styles, processing differences, and rejection sensitivity, etc. even the most well-intentioned interviewers may misread behaviors or overlook potential. Training builds understanding and ensures your team evaluates based on ability, not assumptions. Need help building Neuro-inclusive hiring practices? That’s what we do. Visit us at www.neuro-nudge.com to get started. #Neurodiversity #InclusiveHiring #HiringReform #WorkplaceInclusion #RethinkHiring #AuthenticWorkplaces

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