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Practical Guide for Expanding the Community-based Behavioral Health Workforce

March 24, 2025

This guide presents best practices for expanding community-initiated prevention and care, information on the role of behavioral health specialists, examples of community-based models of care, and resources for communities working to ensure community members’ well-being.

Population of Focus: Behavioral Health Workforce 

Date: 2025

Additional Resources

  • Download the full guide on SAMHSA’s website
  • Learn more about the state of the behavioral health workforce
  • Check out the Center of Excellence for Integrated Health Solutions’ Comprehensive Health Integration Framework
  • Read SAMHSA’s 2024 Behavioral Health Workforce Report
  • View an article about the U.S. Behavioral Workforce shortage

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