145 Tech-enabling evidence-based interventions (peer coaching), low-intensity interventions for youth mental health

Innovations in Pediatric Mental Health: Peer Support with Dr. Kim Newell Green

In this episode of the innovation series featuring Dr. Sabrina, the hosts welcome Dr. Kim Newell Green, co-founder and Chief Medical Officer of Flourish Labs. Dr. Newell Green shares her extensive journey from being a pediatrician to co-founding a company that leverages technology to scale professional mental health peer support. The conversation delves into the significance of peer support in addressing mental health crises, particularly among youth, and explores the training and certification processes for peer supporters. Dr. Newell Green emphasizes the importance of integrating peer support into the healthcare system, discusses its potential benefits and the challenges associated with utilizing new technologies in medical practice, and highlights the effective use of AI for quality and risk management. The episode also touches upon peer support's financial and regulatory aspects and the broader impact of innovative mental health solutions for pediatrics.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
01:01 Dr. Kim Newell Green's Professional Journey
02:04 Transition to Technology and Innovation
05:55 Challenges in Implementing Technology in Healthcare
14:07 The Role of Peer Support in Mental Health
18:31 Understanding Peer Support and Its Implementation
22:49 Challenges and Benefits of Peer Support
25:41 Funding and Accessibility of Peer Support
28:08 Philanthropic Partnerships for Affordable Care
29:07 Community Health Workers and Peer Support
30:52 Low-Intensity Interventions in Mental Health
33:54 Emergency Department Interventions
37:04 Technology's Role in Mental Health Support
40:04 Ethical and Regulatory Considerations
51:56 Challenges in Pediatric Mental Health Innovation
55:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts