From Becker’s Behavioral Health:
Behavioral health leaders are entering the new year with a shared sense of urgency and a renewed commitment to transforming how care is delivered, funded and supported. From strengthening the continuum of care to building virtual reality programs for youth and expanding rural access for older adults, these are the long-term strategies leaders are centering in 2026.
Editor’s note: These responses have been lightly edited for clarity.
Question: As you plan for 2026, what is the most critical behavioral health priority you are aligning leadership, capital and operations around?
Brett Cohen. President and Chief Executive Officer of Recovery Centers of America (King of Prussia, Pa.): As we move into 2026, our highest priority is twofold: aligning leadership, resources and operations around providing safe, accessible care with industry-leading outcomes, while investing in the people who deliver that care. At Recovery Centers of America, we believe patients, families and communities deserve treatment that is evidence-based, consistent and accountable to meaningful, real-world outcomes. In the year ahead, we are focused on strengthening our full continuum of care, breaking down barriers to access, and continuously improving how we support sustained recovery while reducing stigma around addiction and mental health.
Equally important is our continued investment in the people who make that care possible every day. Clinical excellence is only achievable when teams are supported by a strong culture and a work environment that prioritizes safety, collaboration and professional growth. By aligning leadership and operations around both outcomes and culture, we are building a system that delivers high-quality care today and remains resilient, effective, and patient-centered for the future of addiction and mental health treatment.
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