HEAL Direct Services – Bridging Medical and Mental Health Services

Webinar hosted by HEAL Trafficking Direct Services Committee.
Chairs: Dr. Katherine Hargitt, PsyD and Dr. Rachel Robitz, MD
Assistant: Lucy Mahaffey
Panelist: Dr. Anita Ravi, M.D., MPH, MSHP, spoke on the topic of ‘Bridging Medical and Mental Health Services.’ Dr. Ravi presented the PurpLE Clinic, and led a discussion to explore ways in which primary care providers can better support patients experiencing PTSD symptoms while they await referral/connection to mental health services, as well as recommendations for counseling and assisting patients manage with potential triggers and stresses while living in shelter.