No Notes

Group therapy is a cornerstone of SUD treatment. But anyone who's run a session of 16 to 20 people knows the real challenge doesn't end when the group does — it starts when the notes begin. At Gibson, a Missouri-based SUD provider, high-volume group care is part of daily life. One session can mean dozens of individual notes. Multiply that across a full week in a workforce-strained environment, and...

When New Vista transitioned to an open access intake model—allowing clients to receive care same day or next day—they knew the shift would dramatically improve the timely delivery of essential care. But leadership also recognized the risk: More intakes, higher acuity, and heavier documentation demands could easily overwhelm clinical staff. That’s why New Vista implemented Eleos before the open acc...

For years, Lighthouse Behavioral Wellness Centers took a cautious approach to tech implementation, trailing behind the innovation curve. But once the organization officially became a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), the leadership team knew they had to change that. That’s exactly why Tracie Del Torto, LCSW, Chief Clinical Officer at Lighthouse, championed the implementation of...

In this follow-up to our widely downloaded episode providing an overview of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), host Dr. Denny Morrison sits down with Katherine Seibel, MSSW, Federal Policy and Regulatory Strategist, and Peter Delia, JD, Federal Policy and Advocacy Strategist, both with the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, to unpack what they’ve learned about OBBBA (also known as H.R.1)...

When Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center first introduced AI into clinical workflows, staff were hesitant. The timing couldn’t have been more difficult—the organization was already navigating multiple major changes, from a new EHR implementation to CCBHC certification. Many clinicians worried Eleos would be “just one more thing” added to their plates. But just days into training, staff began...

Community mental health organizations face a unique challenge: providing fair and competitive compensation to their clinicians while operating under tight financial constraints. In this episode of No Notes, host Denny Morrison, PhD, sits down with Katie Weihe, Human Resources Vice President at Aurora Mental Health, and Amanda Rankin, Customer Insights Lead at Eleos, to explore current trends in pr...

Signed into law on July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) is a massive piece of legislation with far-reaching implications across areas like tax law, employee benefits, environmental programs, higher education, and of course, healthcare. By now, most folks in the behavioral health space have heard about OBBBA’s sweeping Medicaid cuts, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg. In this e...

Between provider shortages, unmanageable caseloads, emotional fatigue, and onerous administrative requirements, it’s no wonder burnout runs rampant in behavioral health. While AI has the power to alleviate many of the challenges contributing to the behavioral health burnout epidemic, it’s not a silver bullet. Furthermore, without the right cultural approach to AI, it could end up exacerbating burn...

For some behavioral health professionals, the path from clinical practice to IT leadership is both rewarding and unexpected. In this episode of No Notes , host Denny Morrison, PhD, chats with Wes Williams, PhD, about his journey from direct care provider to his role as CIO at WellPower. They’ll also explore how AI is shaping the rapid evolution of care and unlocking unprecedented opportunities for...

Compliance and legal liability are ever-present concerns within any healthcare entity, and behavioral health organizations are no exception. Fortunately, AI offers new tools to help mitigate—and even prevent—these risks. In this episode of No Notes , host Denny Morrison, PhD, speaks with healthcare law attorney Laura Siclari, Esq., about how AI can help behavioral health leaders avoid non-complian...

As AI becomes increasingly integrated into healthcare, the need for clear, discipline-specific standards grows stronger. In this episode of No Notes , host Denny Morrison, PhD, chats with Dr. Brian Anderson, CEO & Cofounder, Coalition for Health AI (CHAI), about the current landscape of healthcare-specific AI standards, zeroing in on behavioral health in particular. They explore why specialize...

The recipe for behavioral health-specific AI calls for a unique combination of advanced technical approaches and deep clinical expertise. That’s why, here at Eleos, our AI development team includes top-tier technologists and data scientists as well as experienced (and more importantly, practicing) behavioral health clinicians. The result? AI tools that are as secure and efficient as they are accur...

AI has shown significant promise in community mental health, but how does that translate to addiction treatment settings? In this episode of No Notes , host Denny Morrison, PhD, speaks with Dale Klatzker about the unique challenges addiction and substance use treatment organizations face—and how AI solutions are positioned to help improve compliance, streamline documentation, and enhance care outc...

New leadership in Washington brings new priorities—and for behavioral health organizations, that means uncertainty and potential change. In this episode of No Notes , host Denny Morrison, PhD, speaks with Chuck Ingoglia, President & CEO of the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, and Al Guida, President & CEO of Guide Consulting Services, to explore what the new administration’s policies...

The right AI platform can totally transform your staff’s day-to-day work—but only if you totally nail the onboarding process. You only get one shot to roll out a new tech system, and your approach—as well as the support you receive from your vendor—can make or break your success. So, what can behavioral health leaders do to help ensure a smooth, positive experience for providers? In this episode o...

The output produced by generative AI is only as good as the data the AI tool is trained on. And when that data is sourced from human beings, it always carries a risk of bias—because we, as humans, are inherently biased. This presents a unique ethical challenge for AI users, particularly in healthcare, where the use of AI has the potential to impact client lives. But on the other side of the coin,...

Many “first wave” AI tools for healthcare providers have focused on improving operational efficiency—by streamlining documentation and billing, for example. But as we move further along the healthcare AI curve, many experts foresee a greater emphasis on tools designed to optimize care itself—by providing clinical decision support, enhancing supervision, and even interfacing with clients. When we z...

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been lauded as the most significant technological advancement since the Internet—poised to completely transform the way we work, learn, communicate, and live. We’re already seeing the impact of AI tools in behavioral health, from client-facing digital therapeutics to provider-facing solutions for automated documentation and clinical insights. But what does it all m...

There’s plenty of real-world proof—and even scientific evidence—backing up the benefits of AI in behavioral health. From less provider burnout and turnover to better client engagement and outcomes, the positive effects of responsible AI use are undeniable. But, how do these technologies stack up against behavioral health accreditation standards? And how do the industry’s top accreditation bodies f...

The benefits of purpose-built AI in behavioral health are undeniable. But the rapid expansion of this technology has many organizations scrambling to effectively manage its use. Which AI platforms are acceptable to bring into a healthcare environment? When and how should staff leverage them? And as AI technology continues to evolve, who is responsible for reviewing and adjusting internal guideline...

With any platform that handles sensitive information, privacy and security are paramount. But in healthcare, data protection is mission-critical—and it’s crucial for behavioral health organizations to comprehensively evaluate and understand an AI vendor’s security safeguards and data practices before implementing a new AI solution. In this episode of No Notes, our host Denny Morrison, PhD, sits do...

Since the release of ChatGPT in 2022, there’s been an explosion of all things AI-powered. And now that AI is making its mark in the healthcare space—including behavioral health—it’s important for providers and leaders alike to have a firm handle on the technology behind it. By understanding the different types of AI, how the underlying models work, and the challenges that can be solved with this s...