Mental Health Advocacy at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

Calm, Cool and Connected - The Guide Book to Peace of Mind

Health insurance hasn’t historically been the best route to mental healthcare.

Joining Dr. Fedrick for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Kaitlyn Fernandez. She came to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas from the mental health field and is a member advocate there. She is working to help ensure that BCBSKS is a great mental health partner for Kansans.
Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Kaitlyn:

• Hear about Kaitlyn’s role as a member advocate at BCBSKS
• Learn about her journey from Social Work to her present role as a member advocate
• Find out how BCBSKS is advocating for mental health, and making mental health services
• more attainable for the people of Kansas
• Discover what human-centered design is, and what it means to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
• Hear some of the types of support that Kaitlyn provides for people as a Member Advocate

All of this and more, on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected.
Find more information about the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas: http://www.BCBSKS.com For more on BCBSKS Mental Health initiative: http://www.bcbsks.com/mental-health- awareness & https://bcbsks.miresource.com

For more information on Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick, visit her website: evolvecounselingaz.com
Connect with Dr. Fedrick on Instagram: @drelizabethfedrick
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