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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 12, 2015
MACMHB Contact: Michael Vizena
[email protected] myStrength Contact: Chuck Tepper
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Partnership between myStrength and the Michigan Association of
Community Mental Health Boards to bolster services
MACMHB extends innovative online resource to members and their clients
DENVER/LANSING
myStrength, Inc.™ and the Michigan Association of Community Mental Health Boards (MACMHB)
announced today that they have signed a partnership agreement, extending myStrength’s web-based
and mobile applications to MACMHB members and their associated clinicians and consumers.
The partnership between MACMHB and myStrength is designed to promote the use of technology as
a critical treatment extender to better serve the needs of behavioral health clients in the state of
Michigan.
myStrength offers clinically-proven behavioral health applications presented in a highly-engaging and
client-friendly format. The resources available through the myStrength web and mobile applications
reinforce the care that clients are receiving, inviting them to engage with their own personalized home
page which is refreshed daily with interactive tools and customized content tailored to each individual.
These digital resources are evidence-based and offered through a HIPAA-compliant platform.
myStrength’s round-the-clock resources will complement a range of behavioral health services
currently provided by Michigan county mental health services programs (CMHSPs), while offering
clients empowering resources to help better manage their emotional health and overall wellness.
“Our members understand that people with mental health and substance use disorders are
increasingly looking to use the Internet and online services for education and support,” said Michael
Vizena, Executive Director of MACMHB. “Tapping into this resource has already allowed early
adopters within our membership to support current consumers as well as their support network and
family members.”
myStrength is already partnering with Michigan-based organizations including Macomb County
Community Mental Health, Henry Ford Health System and Centra Wellness Network. Most recently,
Genesee Health System has announced plans to integrate myStrength into their care model. “We are
excited to introduce myStrength to our consumers, and have high hopes for the benefits it will provide
the individuals we serve,” said Brian Swiecicki, Chief Administrative Officer at Genesee Health
System.
“The state of Michigan is going through a very exciting transformation of its community-based
healthcare system,” said Scott R. Cousino, myStrength Chief Executive Officer. “And we are thrilled to
be an innovation partner with MACMHB, Genesee Health System and our other Michigan-based
organizations, collaborating to advance the use of consumer-focused technology solutions to extend
access and improve care.”
About Michigan Association of Community Mental Health Boards
The Michigan Association of Community Mental Health Boards (MACMHB) is a trade association
comprised of 46 Community Mental Health (CMH) boards and 80 affiliate members, mainly provider
organizations under contract with one or more of the CMH boards.
About myStrength
myStrength, Inc. is an online behavioral health company delivering innovative, evidence-based,
scalable solutions for healthcare providers. More than 15 million covered lives now have access to
myStrength.com and the myStrength mobile app through our partnerships with managed care
providers, employee assistance programs and community behavioral health networks. Learn more at
www.myStrength.com.
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