The Integrated Care Podcast
by Collaborative Family Healthcare Association
Integrated healthcare. Behavioral Health and medicine. Person-in-context. Teams working together. That's what the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association (CFHA) is about and that's what this podcast is about.
Episodes
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Ep. #103 Seasonal Depression, Suicide & Canned Green Beans: Integrated Care in Action
In this month's episode, the Integrated Care podcast panel dives into one of the heaviest — and most important — clinical topics in primary care: seasonal depression and suicidal ideation. But true to form, they find hope, humor, and practical wisdom along the way. Grace Pratt, LMFT — Behavioral...
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Ep. #102 ADHD & Integrated Care
Back-to-school season brings new routines, new challenges, and for many families, new questions about ADHD. In this episode of the Integrated Care Podcast, our hosts explore ADHD diagnosis, treatment, nutrition, behavioral strategies, and the role of integrated care in supporting children…
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Ep. #101 Integrated Care for Older Adults
Ep. #101 Integrated Care for Older Adults by Collaborative Family Healthcare Association
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Integrated Care in Specialty Clinics
This CFHA Podcast episode features integrated behavioral health clinicians working in specialty settings: Dr. Kim Smolderen (integrated psychology in cardiovascular care at Yale Heart and Vascular Center), Dr. Jonathan Deiches (psychologist in bariatric surgery and a diabetes/obesity clinic at…
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Ep. #100 Messy Integrated Care: Models & Fidelity
In the 100th episode of the Integrated Care Podcast from the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association, host Grace Pratt and co-hosts Bridget Beachy, Monica Williams, Neftali Serrano, Jen Thomas, and Ashley Garrison celebrate the milestone, share the podcast’s origins, and highlight CFHA’s...
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Psych Consults in Primary Care with Dr. “V” Diaz-Hernandez
ennifer Thomas hosts a special CFHA Integrated Care Podcast episode featuring board-certified psychiatrist and addiction medicine specialist Dr. Virmarie “Dr. V” Diaz-Hernandez, national medical director at Concert Health, discussing psychiatric consultation in primary care within the…
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Ep. #99 Overmedication, Kids’ Mental Health & Integrated Care
On the Integrated Care Podcast, host Grace Pratt and co-hosts Jen Thomas, Deepu George, Monica Williams, Neftali Serrano, and Ashley Garrison welcome child and adolescent psychiatrist (and former pediatrician) Dr. Mary Dobbins to discuss an HHS announcement, highlighted at a May 4 summit with the...
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Ep. #98 Change & Integrated Care
On the Integrated Care Podcast sponsored by the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association, host Neft Serrano and co-hosts Bridget (Washington FQHC), Jen (Northern Illinois family medicine/addiction medicine), and Ashley (North Carolina pediatric dietitian) discuss how rapid change—federal…
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Ep. #97Policy Is Practice: Vaccines, Food Guidelines & Integrated Care
Hosts of the Integrated Care Podcast (CFHA)—Grace Pratt with co-hosts Bridgette Beachy, Ashley Garrison, Jen Thomas, and Monica Williams—discuss how “policy is practice and practice is policy,” emphasizing resisting all-or-nothing thinking and recognizing that change is a long game. They share...
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Ep. #96 Integrated Care: A Unified Voice
Hosts Grace Pratt, Monica Harrison, Bridget, Neftali Serrano, and late-arriving co-host Jen Thomas introduce themselves on the Integrated Care Podcast and share CFHA updates, including the virtual spring conference (May 6–7) and a call for proposals for the October fall conference in St. Louis,...
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Ep. #95. Live From The Conference: E-GATHER PCBH Reflection & Learning Tool
Dr. Patti Robinson, at the 2025 CFHA: The Integrated Care Association annual conference, introduces the E-GATHER Reflection and Learning Tool, an evolution of the “gather” tool developed from training health improvement practitioners (BHCs) in New Zealand. The tool is designed to reduce overwhelm...
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Ep. #94 Challenges and Triumphs of Pediatric Integrated Care
In this episode of the Integrated Care podcast from the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association, hosted by Grace Pratt, the team explores the complexities and rewards of implementing integrated care, especially in pediatric settings. Michelle Shrek from Children's Wisconsin shares her journey...
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Ep. #93 - Navigating Challenges and Innovations in Integrated Care
In this episode, Neftali Serrano, CEO of the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association, and Bridget Beachy, Director of Behavioral Health at Primary Care Behavioral Health in Washington, come together to discuss the evolving landscape of integrated care. They reflect on the complexities faced…
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Ep. #92 - Live from the Conference - The synergy of PCBH and CoCM models in academic FM clinics
Welcome back to the Conference Series! This podcast, a presentation at the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association 2025 conference in Raleigh, North Carolina, explores the intersection of behavioral healthcare in primary care settings through two Integrated Care models: the collaborative care...
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Ep. #91 The Importance of Integrated Behavioral Health in Primary Care
In this episode of the Integrated Care Podcast from the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association, production editor Grace Pratt and her team of experts discuss the integral role of integrated behavioral health in primary care. Despite challenges and misconceptions from healthcare…
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Ep. #90 - Live from the Conference - Substance Abuse In Rural Settings
Welcome to the Conference Series! This podcast offers listeners an exclusive look into the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association’s annual conference, spotlighting the integration of comprehensive addiction medicine within rural primary care settings. This presentation provides a description...
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Ep. #89 - Highlights from the Integrated Care Conference
Join Grace Pratt and the co-hosts of the Integrated Care Podcast as they reflect on the vibrant experiences from the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association's recent Integrated Care Conference. In this episode, they discuss the joy of integrated care, share personal anecdotes, and highlight…
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Ep. #88 - Finding Balance: Reflective Practice in Integrated Care
Join Grace Pratt and the team on this insightful episode of the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association Integrated Care Podcast, where they delve into the nuances of reflective practice within the fast-paced world of healthcare. Featuring special guest Dr. Jeff Ring, the episode explores how...
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Ep. #87 - Managing Challenging Patients in Primary Care
Ep. #87 - Managing Challenging Patients in Primary Care by Collaborative Family Healthcare Association
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Ep. #86 - Risk-Taking and Career Growth: CFHA Insights
In this episode of the Integrated Care podcast by the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association, the hosts discuss the importance of risk-taking in career development. They explore personal anecdotes and strategies for overcoming structural barriers to amplify diverse voices within healthcare....
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Ep. #85 Finding Meaning Amidst Burnout: Balancing Wellness in Healthcare
In this episode of the Integrated Care Podcast from the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association, host Grace Pratt delves into the complex issue of burnout in the healthcare system. Joined by co-hosts Neftali Serrano and Jen Thomas, the conversation touches on the systemic and personal factors...
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Ep. #84 Navigating Wellness in Integrated Care
In this episode of the Integrated Care Podcast, hosted by Grace Pratt, join the conversation with co-hosts Bridget Beachy and Jen Thomas as they delve into the importance of prioritizing wellness in integrated care. The discussion covers key strategies for promoting healthy habits and behaviors,...
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Ep. #83 From Models to Practice: A Unified Approach to Integrated Care
In this episode of the Integrated Care Podcast from the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association, host Grace Pratt leads a discussion with co-hosts Jen Thomas, Bridget Beachy, and Neftali Serrano about the impact of different models of integrated care, notably Primary Care Behavioral Health...
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Ep. #82 Kickstarting the Year; January Podcast Insights
In this episode of the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association (CFHA) podcast, production editor Grace Pratt and co-hosts Neftali Serrano, Jen Thomas, and Bridgette D. discuss the challenges and opportunities for healthcare providers in 2025. They delve into how to navigate uncertainty, the...
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Ep. #81 End of Year Reflections and New Beginnings: Integrated Care and Personal Growth
Join the team from the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association (CFHA) as they reflect on the past year, share their biggest learnings, and discuss their hopes for the future. In this reflective episode, co-hosts Grace, Monica, Bridget, Jen, and Neftali discuss creative problem-solving amidst...
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Ep. #80 Navigating Mental Health and Education: The Power of Collaborative Care
In this insightful episode of the Integrated Care Podcast by the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association, production editor Grace Pratt and co-host Neftali Serrano are joined by guests Monica Harrison, Ben Hilliard, and Dr. Denise Toshack to discuss the intersection of education and mental...
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Ep. #79: Connecting, Learning, and Leading: Insights from the Integrated Care Conference
Join Grace Pratt and fellow experts at the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association's Integrated Care Podcast, live from the San Antonio conference. This episode explores the importance of human connection in integrated care, reflections on cultural sensitivity, and the profound impact of this...
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Ep. #78 Navigating Fear in Healthcare- A Discussion on Integrated Care
The podcast episode from the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association, hosted by Grace Pratt and co-hosts, discusses the role of fear in healthcare decision-making. It explores how fear impacts medical professionals' choices, especially in treating conditions like chronic pain or mental health...
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Coming of Age Series: Jeri Hepworth & John Rolland
The Coming of Age series is a special set of episodes chronicling CFHA's 30 years of history. Even if you are not a CFHA member, listen in on the stories to gain insights into the key developments in healthcare from two veterans of healthcare transformation. Join Deepu & Grace as we listen in on...
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Coming Of Age Series: Sandy Blount & Frank DeGruy
The Coming of Age series is a special set of episodes chronicling CFHA's 30 years of history. Even if you are not a CFHA member, listen in on the stories to gain insights into the key developments in healthcare from two veterans of healthcare transformation. Join Deepu & Grace as we listen in on...
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Ep. #77 Navigating Loss in Integrated Care: Conversations on Patient Death
In this episode of the Integrated Care Podcast from the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association, hosts Grace Pratt, Bridget Beachy, Neftali Serrano, Monica Harrison, and Jen Thomas discuss managing grief and emotional responses to patient deaths in a healthcare setting. They emphasize the...
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Ep. #76 Women in Leadership: Navigating Integrated Care
Podcast Episode: Women in Leadership and Integrated Care In this episode of the Integrated Care Podcast from the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association, Grace Pratt, the production editor, discusses women in leadership and integrated care. Joined by co-hosts Bridget Beachy and Jen Thomas…
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Coming of Age Series: Mac Baird & Bill Doherty
The Coming of Age series is a special set of episodes chronicling CFHA's 30 years of history. Even if you are not a CFHA member, listen in on the stories to gain insights into the key developments in healthcare from two veterans of healthcare transformation. Join Deepu & Grace as we listen in on...
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Ep. #75 Clinical Skills For Working With Couples In Primary Care
In this episode of the Integrated Care Podcast from the Collaborative Family Health Care Association, host Grace Pratt, along with co-hosts Neftali Serrano, Jen Thomas, and Bridget Beachy, continue their discussion on treating couples within the integrated care setting. They delve into the...
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Ep. #74 Substance Use Disorders In Integrated Care
Ep. #74 Substance Use Disorders In Integrated Care by Collaborative Family Healthcare Association
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Coming Of Age Series: Susan McDaniel & Larry Mauksch
The Coming of Age series is a special set of episodes chronicling CFHA's 30 years of history. Even if you are not a CFHA member, listen in on the stories to gain insights into the key developments in healthcare from two veterans of healthcare transformation. Join Deepu & Grace as we listen in on...
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Ep. #73: Organizational Systems
Ep. #73: Organizational Systems by Collaborative Family Healthcare Association
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Ep. #72: Couples In Integrated Care
Icebreaker: If you could trade lives with somebody for a day, who would it be? Main topic: Working with couples When does this come up? What are common issues that tend to be more couple specific? How do we be relational & systemic and also brief? Where do we go wrong? and more! Today's hosts:...
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Ep. #71 Chronic Illness in Integrated Care
News & Notes -Coming of Age Series Main show topic: How can we support patients with chronic illness in IC? -Conceptualizing chronic illness -Interventions (spoon theory, etc) -Family support -Provider communication Today's hosts: Bridget Beachy, Grace Pratt, Monica Harrison, Jen Thomas, and...
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Ep. #70: The Lifecycle of Program Development
In this episode, the Integrated Care Podcast team discusses the growth, development, and evolution of teams and integrated care programs. The team also discusses a new recurring special segment on the 30-year milestone being celebrated by the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association in 2024…
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Ep. #69: Light, Hope, and Peace
Holiday wishes from CFHA! Join Grace, Jen, Monica, & Bridget as we talk about what's bringing us light, peace, and hope as we round out the year in 2023. Today's co-hosts: Grace Pratt, Jen Thomas, Monica Williams Harrison, Bridget Beachy
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Ep. #68: Conference Dispatches: Teaching, Learning, and Connecting
Join the podcast team as they take a pause in the middle of the conference in Phoenix to connect around what they’re teaching and learning. And as a special surprise, there’s a familiar voice - Deepu was able to join us! Today's co-hosts: Bridget Beachy, Grace Pratt, Monica Williams Harrison, Jen...
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Ep. #67: Innovations and Organization Change
This month, we invited Elizabeth Zeidler Schreiter, director of an Integrated Care program in Wisconsin, to join us to talk about her success stories in growing an integrated care service while advocating for state-wide policy change. Beth's clinic has accomplished the following in just the last...
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Ep. #66: Approaches to the Spectrum of Somatic Presentations
We’ve all heard it, usually with an eye roll. Oh, this patient is a “somaticizer.” What does that mean, and how can we help? Topics discussed: What’s a somatic presentation? How does it present? Who is affected? Why is it so squirrelly to pin down, and how can we intervene? And ultimately…. Why…
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Ep. #65 Trauma in Integrated Care
PTSD & Trauma in Integrated Care: How does it present? Screening vs assessment? Intervention? Impact on the team? Resources: -Health Federation of Philadelphia article: https://healthfederation.org/hfp-enters-new-phase-partnership-philadelphia-department-behavioral-health-and-intellectual -CFHA...
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Ep. #64 Communication and Messaging of Integrated Care
While most of our listeners didn't sign up to be communications experts, many of us working in IC end up in the position of having to explain what we do, advocate for our model of treatment, and correct misconceptions. (Like the time Grace's own grandmother told all her friends that she was a...
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Ep. #63: Leveling up! Prepping for major professional transitions
Sparked by new classes of predoctoral psychology interns and Family Medicine residents onboarding in late spring, Bridget and Monica of the podcast team take on the topic of what to consider when prepping for professional transitions. In this episode the team members offer their perspective on...
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Ep. #62 Seasons of Change in Integrated Care
The changing seasons have us thinking metaphorically about the passage of time in life, both personally and professionally. This month our team reflects on a question - what seasons do we see in our work? We discuss trends both at a micro-level in our own systems, and from a macro-level…
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Ep. #61 Equipping Teams To Respond To Angry Patients
This month, Grace is coming to the team for a consult… what are the best ways to support our patients, our teams, and ourselves when emotions are running high? Icebreaker: What’s your favorite spring break memory? Main topic: How do we conceptualize patients’ anger? What’s the impact on…
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Ep. #60 Grief and Loss in Integrated Care
Today we'll be talking about addressing grief and loss in integrated care. Working in primary care (and healthcare in general!) brings us into regular contact with bereavement... so how do we help? Icebreaker: Whats your favorite sweet treat? Main discussion: How does grief present? How can we...
About this show
Integrated healthcare. Behavioral Health and medicine. Person-in-context. Teams working together. That's what the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association (CFHA) is about and that's what this podcast is about.
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Collaborative Family Healthcare Association