{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F13ba0bf0-2e38-4136-b5ee-120ec272924a","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Making Mental Health Care Accessible: Evening Hours, Telehealth, and Family-Centered Support with Dr. Assumpta Ekeh","description":"On Inner Peace, Better Health, we get practical about mental health accessibility\u2014what actually helps families get care. Dr. Assumpta Ekeh, Psychiatric\u2013Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and founder of Family Behavioral Health Services, explains why evening and weekend appointments, telehealth, and family-centered care remove real-world barriers for children, adolescents, and adults. We cover tailored, evidence-based approaches for ADHD, anxiety, and autism; reducing stigma with community education; and how listeners can advocate locally using online resources.\u00a0\nAbout the guest:\nDr. Assumpta Ekeh is a Psychiatric\u2013Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and certified School Nurse. As founder of Family Behavioral Health Services, she delivers accessible care with evening, weekend, and telehealth options, focusing on children, adolescents, and adults through individualized, evidence-based treatment.\nKey takeaways :\n\n\nAccess matters: Extending evening and weekend hours plus telehealth lets working parents and students get timely care without missing work or school.\n\n\nFamily-centered model: Involving families in assessment, planning, and follow-through improves adherence and outcomes for youth and young adults.\n\n\nThorough assessment first: Comprehensive, age-appropriate evaluations guide diagnosis and tailored treatment\u2014what works for one child may not work for another.\n\n\nCondition-specific care: Plans for ADHD, anxiety, and autism differ and should match the individual\u2019s needs, context, and supports (home, school, peers).\n\n\nEvidence-based, personalized: Combine therapies and, when appropriate, medications with measurable goals and regular review.\n\n\nReduce stigma: Education and culturally aware communication help families seek help earlier and stick with care.\n\n\nStart local, use tech: Search local directories, state mental-health divisions, and vetted online resources to find low-cost or free options.\n\n\nAction step for listeners: Advocate for extended hours in local clinics/schools, share resource lists, and champion privacy-respecting telehealth access.\n\n\nConnect with the guest:\n\n\nEmail: familybehavioralhealthservices@gmail.com\n\n\nWebsite: familybehavioralhealthservices.com\n\n\n\nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch\n\n\nDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\n\n\nDisclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\n\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty\u2014storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate\u2014this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on:\n\n\nMental Health & Emotional Well-being\n\n\nMindfulness & Spiritual Growth\n\n\nHolistic Healing & Conscious Living\n\n\nTrauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment\n\n\nWith over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContactBrand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.comWebsite: www.healthymindbyavik.comBased in: India & USA\nOpen to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Let\u2019s connect to create a ripple effect of positivity.\nCHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST:Listen to our 17 Podcast Shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindb","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/9ff941b2-c1de-4621-8434-9d436107732d/ogy0os5qcgc.jpg"}