Coverage

We support a model of health care coverage that recognizes mental health as being equally important as physical health and that is designed to deliver the right mental health and addiction care at the right time, and in the right setting.

Expanding the mental health workforce

Many people in the United States — particularly those in rural and historically underserved communities — live in areas with shortages of full-time clinicians, especially those who accept insurance.

We support policies that increase the size, linguistic capabilities, and diversity of the mental health workforce to meet the needs of all populations. Learn how Kaiser Permanente is helping grow the mental health care workforce.

Substance use disorder care

We support policies that increase access to life-saving drugs like naloxone and medications like buprenorphine and methadone. We aim to remove barriers to effective treatments, integrate substance use disorder care into primary care, and support prevention programs in schools. These efforts can help more people get the care they need and reduce the stigma around substance use disorders.

Defeating stigma

Stigma can be a significant obstacle to recovery, treatment, and societal acceptance for people living with mental health conditions.

We support policies that reduce stigma. By bringing mental illness out into the open and creating a culture of acceptance and support, we can encourage people to seek the help and support they need.