Ways to Wealth EP60: Rethinking Mental Health for a Digital World, with Anil Thapliyal

In this episode of the Ways to Wealth Podcast, Charlie is joined by Anil Thapliyal!Anil is the Executive Director of eMental Health International Collaborative (eMHIC), a global organisation dedicated to improving access to mental health support through digital innovation. With a background in counselling, family therapy, and psychology, Anil has spent more than two decades working to bridge the gap between need and access in mental healthcare.The conversation traces his journey from frontline therapy to global advocacy, beginning with a powerful moment in 2000 when he saw patients waiting up to 18 weeks for mental health support. Since then, he has been focused on using digital tools to provide earlier, more equitable access to care.Anil and Charlie discuss New Zealand’s evolving mental health system, from its pioneering campaigns like “Like Minds, Like Mine” and the National Depression Initiative, to its current challenges—particularly high youth suicide rates and the alarming statistic that 60% of people who complete suicide never engage with traditional health services.This episode explores the role of early intervention, the power of 24/7 digital support, and the need to move away from outdated, clinic-bound systems. It’s an insightful, hopeful conversation for anyone interested in mental health reform, digital health, or building wealth that includes emotional wellbeing.Check out eMHIC here: www.emhicglobal.comWatch all episodes of the Ways to Wealth Podcast here: www.eccuity.com/podcasts#WaysToWealth #MentalHealthInnovation #DigitalHealth #PublicHealth #StartUps #MentalWealth #YouthSuicidePrevention #HealthTech #EmotionalWellbeing #WellnessLeadership #eMHIC