E14: Navigating Ontario’s Mental Health System: Guidance from OAMHP President Jane Alway

Today, we are making invisible things VISIBLE for the people of Ontario and therapists, shining a light the landscape of mental health care in this province.  In today’s episode, I am talking to the President of the Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals (OAMHP), Registered Psychotherapist Jane Alway, about the barriers we face, and the opportunities for action.

We cover:

• Why did both waitlists, and certain conditions like eating disorders, increase during the pandemic?
• Exactly how can our provincial government increase everyday Ontarians' access to mental health care?
• If we want to be able to be able to see a qualified therapist within a reasonable amount of time, what should we be asking our provincial candidates during the upcoming election?
• How can psychotherapists in Ontario use their voices to help advocate for their clients?

Find Jane: Jane’s bio and message on the OAMHP site | Twitter |Facebook |LinkedIN 

Resources mentioned in the show:

• Find a therapist on the OAMHP directory
• Learn about the 2022 OAMHP Fall Conference and catch the early bird registration.
• Read about all of the incredible advocacy work the OAMHP does on behalf of its members and Ontarians seeking mental health care.
• Use the discount code ‘CCPODCAST’ at checkout, for 15% off on DIY*ADHD.

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A gentle reminder that this is not therapy, and Christina is not your therapist. If you need more one on one support or treatment, please check out the links posted in the Show info and episode notes on the main podcast webpage.

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