The Washington Council for Behavioral Health

The Washington Council for Behavioral Health is the professional association of licensed community behavioral health agencies across the state of Washington who have joined together to provide a unified, representative voice speaking on behalf of community behavioral health since 1979.

They are dedicated to strengthening the ability of community behavioral health agencies - our state’s safety-net providers - to transform the lives of people living with mental illness and/or addictions. The Washington Council does this through public policy and system improvement initiatives, behavioral healthcare education, and partnerships to promote recovery, expand the use of best practices, and integrate care.

Mission:
They advocate for and support our members in strengthening communities and improving the lives of individuals and families impacted by mental illness and addictions.

Vision:
A world in which behavioral health is understood and effective care is universally available.

Core Values:
The Washington Council for Behavioral Health is dedicated to strengthening the ability of community behavioral health agencies to improve the lives of people living with mental illness and/or substance use disorders. These values represent who they are as an organization.