Keeping Crisis Support Within Reach
Dawn Allen, Interim CEO and Chief of Staff September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time when we come together to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and reaffirm our shared responsibility to protect the lives of our family members, friends, neighbors, and colleagues. It is also the perfect moment to reflect on one of the most important […]
Save this lifeline for RI’s distressed children
Dawn Allen, Interim CEO and Chief of Staff When a child is facing a mental health crisis, time to address it is of the essence. We never think about what we would do in that situation as parents until it’s staring us right in the face, but we hope those supports exist when we need […]
Video games can help kids succeed in the digital world- and better cope in the real one
Zane Propatier The mental health crisis among children and adolescents is one of the most urgent challenges the United States is facing today. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in five children experiences mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, or behavioral disorders, yet most never receive the care they […]
A Reflection on Four Decades of Change in Behavioral Health Care
Dan Kubas-Meyer, President and CEO As I prepare to retire from my role as president and CEO of Thrive Behavioral Health it’s hard not to reflect on my 40-year career. What began as a desire to make a difference during my time in the Peace Corps has grown into a passion for improving access to […]
DBT-PE Successfully Treats PTSD, So Why Don’t All Clients Have Access?
For half of all Americans, trauma is an unfortunate aspect of everyday life. While most adults recover from their traumatic experiences, some remain permanently impacted by terrifying and painful memories. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, nearly four percent of all adults in the US are living with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). […]
President and CEO of Thrive Behavioral Health Retiring After 40 Year Career
Dan Kubas-Meyer will officially step down on October 31 WARWICK, R.I. – The President and CEO of Thrive Behavioral Health, Dan Kubas-Meyer is announcing his retirement after seven years at the helm of one of RI’s leading providers of comprehensive mental health services. For four decades, Kubas-Meyer has dedicated his life to advocating for behavioral […]
Thrive Behavioral Health To Be Included In Rhode Island’s Federal Designation as Leader in Improving Access to Behavioral Health Services
State of Rhode Island granted $40.7 million in funding over next two years for continued development of Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics WARWICK, R.I. – Thrive Behavioral Health, a leading provider of comprehensive mental health and substance use services, and one of six contingently Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs) in Rhode Island, is proud […]
Hillsgrove Clubhouse Celebrates Major Milestone with Global Distinction
As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, we wanted to share some exciting news, and a major milestone for one of Thrive’s signature programs. This spring, the Hillsgrove Clubhouse received accreditation from Clubhouse International, a global organization of over 350 Accredited Clubhouses from 36 States and 33 countries. Hillsgrove is the only accredited […]
Thrive Behavioral Health Highlights Housing Equity with “Raising the Bar” Fundraiser
The annual celebration helped raise $35,000 for critical housing services WARWICK, R.I. – Thrive Behavioral Health, one of RI’s leading providers of comprehensive mental health services, hosted its annual fundraising event on Tuesday, May 7 at the Event Factory in Warwick. Sponsored by Picerne Real Estate Group, Grace Barker Health, and Newport Restaurant Group, this […]
988 Is There For Us- Now We Need To Support Them
Suicide is the second-leading cause of death among young people. Every year in the US, more people die by suicide than in car accidents, and more suicide deaths occur than homicide and AIDS deaths combined. In 2022, the State of Rhode Island officially joined the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. The 988 Suicide & Crisis […]