This week on The Revolutionized Mind, I’m joined by Jen Peacock, Founder and CEO of Straight Up Health. Straight Up Health is a Toronto-based mental health organization reimagining care for youth and families across Canada. In this episode, Jen shares the story behind creating Straight Up Health and why she felt called to design a mental health experience that moved away from symptom checklists and instead focused on the whole person. We dive into their unique 360 Discovery Assessment, which uses a biopsychosocial approach to help young people understand their emotional, social, and even digital health patterns, and how that informs a personalized treatment plan. You’ll also hear about the wide range of supports available through their multidisciplinary team, including therapists, psychiatrists, nutritionists, and executive functioning coaches, and why it’s so important to have an integrated approach. Jen also touches on some of the barriers that Straight Up Health tries to mitigate when it comes to accessing mental health care and explains how they are also expanding into psychoeducation and mental health promotion. If you or someone you love is looking for mental health care, this episode is a great way to learn more about how the Straight Up Health team can support you.

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Website: ⁠https://www.straightuphealth.ca/