Two Chairs’ Post

Two Chairs, a California-based behavioral health company, has secured $72 million in funding, bringing their total raised capital to $103 million and significantly expanding access to crucial mental health care services. But why is this such a big deal? Let's talk about the significance of this investment and what it means for the landscape of mental health services across the United States. It is worth emphasizing that in the U.S., one in five adults grapples with mental health challenges, underscoring the urgent need for accessible and effective solutions. This funding could potentially catalyze a significant improvement in the country's mental health landscape. By harnessing its substantial financial backing, Two Chairs can expand its services well beyond its current limits, guaranteeing that top-tier mental health care is not a luxury exclusive to a select few, but an essential right accessible to all. Two Chairs is undertaking a massive transformation with a new infusion of capital. It is not just a victory for the company, but a win for every person who prioritizes their mental well-being. However, Two Chairs is not the only one aiming for more accessible mental healthcare for all. A cohort of innovative companies—including Upvio, Blackbird, Talkspace, Little Otter, and NeuroFlow—is also driving forward the virtual mental health space, indicating a momentous shift towards more accessible and inclusive solutions. #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #virtualcare #healthtech

In digesting the insightful feedback (like this!) from clinicians and professionals in mental health tech, something interesting is coming to the surface: The perceived conflict between clinician and investor interests might not be as deep as it seems. The challenges this clinician points out- inefficient rapport-building, lack of team camaraderie, and poorly designed incentive structures? They're care quality issues, but they're also critical business problems. When clinicians share their concerns, they're often highlighting inefficiencies that could be limiting the business's potential. They're on the front lines, and their insights can help companies build more sustainable, successful, and client-oriented models. By recognizing and addressing these issues, founders can create an environment that is beneficial for clinicians, clients, and the business. Ultimately, by giving space to the voices of clinicians, we're not just improving the quality of service but also opening the door to a more successful and resilient business. #mentalhealthtech #startupinsights #businessalignment

💡 In a fascinating interview with Sergey Jakimov of LongeVC, we delved into the science behind living a long, healthy, and happy life. Sergey's journey from a Latvian village to founding deep-tech ventures and raising over $50 million in venture funding is nothing short of inspiring. His favorite life lesson quote, "Everything is temporary," reminds us that change is inevitable, but how we adapt to it shapes our future. Sergey emphasizes the importance of prioritizing mental health for longevity, viewing health as an optimization game, and the significance of regular health screenings. His vision of asking doctors to treat aging as a condition could revolutionize healthcare. The full article in Authority Magazine can be found below: https://lnkd.in/ea-qzANt #Longevity #Health #Wellness #LifeLessons #Inspiration

Keeping up with what's happening in #mentalhealth tech, policy, research, and practice is critical for effective advocacy and change. But it's an arduous task. Newsletters make it easier. Here are some newsletters that I've found helpful: 🌸 ReThink: Behavioral Health Innovation Newsletter: Monthly roundup of behavioral health startup tech news focused on business and tech-based innovations in care delivery. https://lnkd.in/e-MdS-fw 🌸 Digital Health Wire: Twice weekly digest of general health tech news, with a mix of business news, trend analysis, and innovation highlights. https://lnkd.in/eD3U5bwf 🌸 MindSite News Daily: Daily news magazine rounding up mental health-related stories from other publications and original reporting. Great way to stay updated on the broader conversation around mental health as well as interesting initiatives happening around the country. https://lnkd.in/ecDsh-Cn 🌸 National Council for Mental Wellbeing (Various newsletters): Updates on developments at the federal level, including policy changes and funding announcements. https://lnkd.in/ecmGvbhV 🌸 Society for Digital Mental Health (Digital Mental Health Minute): Brief monthly newsletter focused more on the academic side of mental health tech with research updates and job opportunities. https://societydmh.org/ 🌸 Benjamin Miller's Mental: Fighting the fragmentation of mental health one policy at a time: A substack newsletter from Dr. Ben Miller, a clinical psychologist and national leader in mental health policy, with his perspectives and insights on the state of mental healthcare today. https://lnkd.in/ez2q8ePF 🌸 Health Tech Nerds (Weekly Health Tech Reads): A free weekly newsletter (paid version has more content and perks) with general health tech business news and deep analysis. https://lnkd.in/eg8eNg85 🌸 The Healwise newsletter: Quarterly updates on our nonprofit's work and other important news in mental health #accesstocare. https://lnkd.in/e-4-r9kn Am I missing any other newsletters you love and learn from? Please share!

I began my private practice journey with hits and trials and slowly figured out how to do this sustainably for myself 🪴✨ Now, when I work with therapists in their private practice or the ones just starting out, I always share my learnings so they can plan smarter. They don't need to make the same mistakes I did. Maybe they can bring sustainable practices much earlier than when I could. That's why I partnered with Safetherapy to work on the Private Practice Accelerator. Even though my sessions are just starting this weekend, the accelerator is already doing amazing - you can see it from the reviews. Well done Srishti Narula for conducting these sessions so well, and of course Hrishika Awasthi for such a brilliant idea! I'm excited to bring my knowledge to the table, covering topics like marketing your practice, building revenue streams, self-confidence, therapist mental health, and crafting great client experiences. The best part? It's highly action-oriented, with a playbook filled with templates and processes to help therapists plan long-term. We started Cohort 1 as an experiment, and it's working! Now, Cohort 2 is launching on July 15th, and we have a few seats left. If you're a therapist looking to start or grow your practice, I'd love for you to join. 🙌 #PrivatePractice #TherapistLife #ProfessionalDevelopment #therapybysaniya

Top 15 Mental Health Startups in the USA | Medicoreach Discover the top mental health startups leading the way in revolutionizing the US healthcare landscape. From innovative technology to groundbreaking approaches, explore how these companies are championing mental wellness. https://lnkd.in/g6Qh9fEP for insights that keep you at the forefront of healthcare innovation. #MedicoReach #MentalHealthStartups #TopMentalHealthStartupsUSA

We are Lisa and Yaniv, the founders of West Island Therapy and Wellness Centre. Our secret to success? A life immersed in our business, where every conversation sparks new ideas, 24/7. It's not just a job; it's our shared passion and life. But enough about us! We want to hear from YOU. Do you work with your partner? Share your stories and tips for blending love and business in the comments below ⬇️⬇️ #Couplepreneurs #PartnerInBusiness #LoveAndWork #WestIslandTherapy #CommunityEngagement #WorkLifeLove #WITWC3

So proud of MyMynd, again. Vote for this remarkable idea with equally remarkable impact. As Henry Majed mentions, it takes about 20 seconds. https://lnkd.in/dW9JuNt 😀 #mentalhealth #psychology #growth #wellbeing

𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒? 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐛𝐲 𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥. When it comes to business, a new calendar year doesn't immediately wipe out the struggles we faced the previous year. If managing the business of your practice has felt hard to you, know that it is possible to wrap up the loose ends that have been left dangling. Don't know where you start. No worries. I have an actionable plan for you to tie those loose ends into bows and get your practice back in order. Join me on 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟗 @ 𝟏𝟎 𝐀𝐌 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 as I guide you through 𝟏𝟎 𝐄𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐬 to Prepare for a Great New Year! This session will take place inside my Facebook community - The Business of Private Practice: Simple Strategies for Therapists. 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 > 𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐬𝐨𝐧.𝐜𝐨𝐦/𝐟𝐛𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 #PracticeManagement #PrivatePracticeOwners #OperationsHour #KnowingWhenToHire #BusinessOfPrivatePractice #findyourflownow #yourflowyourway #sustainablepractice #practicegrowth #therapistframework #businessmanagement #PrivatePractice #Workflow #TherapyBusiness #TherapistSupport #AdminSupport #WorkSmarterNotHarder #TherapistTools #PracticeStreamlining #OperationsManagement #SimplePractice

I was chatting with another Clinic Owner yesterday about the difference a mindset of abundance & community over competition & scarcity makes in owning a clinic and in running a business as a therapist in general. The two of us believe there is more than enough work to go around and that it’s more important to do business by connecting deeply and thinking about clients and our team getting the right fit for their needs than it is to be competitive or to get caught in notions like “poaching” or “stealing.” We agreed these words have no place in a truly therapeutic environment, as they are based in fear, scarcity, and a fixed mindset — all things we work so hard to help clients address! We believe therapy belongs to the client, and associates (whether employees or contractors), deserve to be supported in making whatever choices make the most sense for their life - whether that seems on the surface to support the clinic’s needs or not. We believe in community, care, connection, and collaboration over competition/ scarcity, and we kinda really hope this mindset hits with more and more clinic owners and therapists in private practice because it just feels so much better for everyone, and at the end of the day, it is so much more client centred and helpful.