Poster 62 - Designing and Implementing Integrated Behavioral Health in Pediatric Clinics Across Connecticut

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM MDT

Location: Screen 4, Exhibit Hall Poster Pavilion

This presentation will chronicle the multiple components involved in the design and implementation of integrated behavioral health in pediatric practices. Participants will learn about the role of the behavioral health provider in practices, as well as the critical partnerships and financial considerations involved in successful implementation. Outcomes from both the client/family and provider perspectives will be shared that demonstrate the mutually beneficial impact of this type of integration.

Learning Objectives:

Identify the multifaceted components involved in the design of integrated behavioral care in community practices.
Understand the variety of ways to create a fiscally sound clinical affiliation.
Identify both the successes and challenges of integrated care implementation.

Poster Presenter(s)

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Sandy Kyriakopoulos, PsyD

Vice President of Child Welfare
The Village for Families & Children, Inc.
Harford, Connecticut

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Keri Herlan, PsyD

Clinical Supervisor, Integrated Care
The Village for Families & Children, Inc.
Harford, Connecticut

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Tammy Freeberg, MSW

Senior Vice President of Strategy and Planning
The Village for Families & Children, Inc.
Hartford, Connecticut

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