Dr. Susan Swick

Dr. Susan Swick, Executive Director of the Ohana Center for Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health, shares her innovative approach to youth mental health on California's Monterey Peninsula. She emphasizes a community-centered model that integrates prevention and treatment, rejecting traditional hospital-centric methods. Dr. Swick discusses creating welcoming spaces to foster curiosity and reduce stigma. She highlights the importance of family involvement during crises and her vision for a holistic mental health ecosystem, offering valuable insights for systemic change.