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Her Story - Envisioning the Leadership Possibilities in Healthcare

Kristi Ebong

Carolyn Magill

Jeff Johnson

Michelle Williams

Atul Gawande

Sarah Richardson

Reid Priddy

David Baker

Leana Wen

Dan Burke

Dan Nigrin

David Logan

Vivian Lee

Dan Burton

David Butler

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Meet Dana Udall, Ph.D.:Dana Udall, Ph.D. is the Chief Clinical Officer at Headspace Health as well as the Chief Clinical Officer at Ginger. Previously, Dr. Udall was a staff psychologist, Specialty Clinical Services Lead, and Eating Disorder Treatment Team Coordinator at the University of Colorado Boulder. She was also the founder of ED Educate and had a private psychology practice. Dr. Udall received a Ph.D. in Education and Psychology Counseling from the University of Southern California.Key Insights:Dana Udall Ph.D. has experience in digital health and novel care delivery in the behavioral health space. Intentional Leadership. Depending on the environment, Dr. Udall can be more assertive or competitive. However, she knows that she works best in a collaborative, engaged environment. As a leader, she is intentional about creating an atmosphere that allows vulnerability. (15:43)Personalizing Mental Health Care. It is important that mental health resources reflect the backgrounds and identities of the patients, especially for vulnerable or underrepresented groups. There is no “one size fits all” for treatment. (25:52)Ask For Help. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness. It creates better solutions through crowdsourcing, and protects your mental health. (34:38)This episode is hosted by Kristi Ebong. She is a member of the Advisory Council for Her Story and an investor at Define Ventures.Relevant Links:Learn more about Headspace HealthLearn more about Ginger“My History with Anorexia and Why I Share My Story” By Dana Udall, Ph.D.

Meet Dana Udall, Ph.D.:Dana Udall, Ph.D. is the Chief Clinical Officer at Headspace Health as well as the Chief Clinical Officer at Ginger. Previously, Dr. Udall was a staff psychologist, Specialty Clinical Services Lead, and Eating Disorder Treatment Team Coordinator at the University of Colorado Boulder. She was also the founder of ED Educate and had a private psychology practice. Dr. Udall received a Ph.D. in Education and Psychology Counseling from the University of Southern California.Key Insights:Dana Udall Ph.D. has experience in digital health and novel care delivery in the behavioral health space. <ul><li>Intentional Leadership. Depending on the environment, Dr. Udall can be more assertive or competitive. However, she knows that she works best in a collaborative, engaged environment. As a leader, she is intentional about creating an atmosphere that allows vulnerability. (15:43)</li><li>Personalizing Mental Health Care. It is important that mental health resources reflect the backgrounds and identities of the patients, especially for vulnerable or underrepresented groups. There is no “one size fits all” for treatment. (25:52)</li><li>Ask For Help. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness. It creates better solutions through crowdsourcing, and protects your mental health. (34:38)</li></ul>This episode is hosted by Kristi Ebong. She is a member of the Advisory Council for Her Story and an investor at Define Ventures.Relevant Links:<ul><li><a href="https://www.headspace.com/health" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Learn more about Headspace Health</a></li><li><a href="https://www.ginger.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Learn more about Ginger</a></li><li><a href="https://www.ginger.com/chats/my-history-with-anorexia-and-why-i-share-my-story" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">“My History with Anorexia and Why I Share My Story” By Dana Udall, Ph.D.</a></li></ul>

58: Flexing the Mental Health Muscle with Dana Udall, Ph.D., Chief Clinical Officer, Headspace Health

March 29, 2020: Dr. Dana Udall from Ginger joins us today for the next installment of our COVID-19 series. Ginger is a full-stack, behavioral health system, offering care and content of different types to their clients. The focus of our conversation today is how Ginger is doing this in the context of the current health crisis. One of the most important points that Dr. Udall makes during our conversation is to reframe this period as not only a health crisis, as is often stated, but also as a crisis of mental health. We touch on the article that Dr. Udall authored about eating disorders and our guest's thoughts on simple practices for healthcare professionals in this stressful situation. We discuss coping mechanisms, helpful strategies and why self-care and downtime are so important for everyone. Dr. Udall also stresses the utility of exercise, intentional thought and better communication. She believes that it is only together that we can make it through these challenges and the hurdles of isolation and loneliness need some effort in order to be avoided. We discuss creative ways to combat these issues and Dr. Udall shares some info on the great free service that Ginger is providing to healthcare professionals.Key Points From This Episode:The general overview of Ginger and the services they provide.Dr. Udall's article on overcoming an eating disorder and how it came about.Important aspects of mental health for professionals working long hours in a crisis.Coping skills for these stressful periods of long hours and isolation. Emphases on self-care and downtime in order to make work more sustainable. The danger of catastrophic thinking; keeping in things in perspective and reframing thoughts. Hitting the sweet spot of communication with a team in order to facilitate calm decision-making. Reaching out to an isolated and anxious population and the proper support for them. Creative ways around remote lifestyles and pervasive loneliness. Open and honest channels at home and at work; approaching issues together.How to sign-up for Ginger's free service that is available for all healthcare professionals. 

March 29, 2020: Dr. Dana Udall from Ginger joins us today for the next installment of our COVID-19 series. Ginger is a full-stack, behavioral health system, offering care and content of different types to their clients. The focus of our conversation today is how Ginger is doing this in the context of the current health crisis. One of the most important points that Dr. Udall makes during our conversation is to reframe this period as not only a health crisis, as is often stated, but also as a crisis of mental health. We touch on the article that Dr. Udall authored about eating disorders and our guest's thoughts on simple practices for healthcare professionals in this stressful situation. We discuss coping mechanisms, helpful strategies and why self-care and downtime are so important for everyone. Dr. Udall also stresses the utility of exercise, intentional thought and better communication. She believes that it is only together that we can make it through these challenges and the hurdles of isolation and loneliness need some effort in order to be avoided. We discuss creative ways to combat these issues and Dr. Udall shares some info on the great free service that Ginger is providing to healthcare professionals.Key Points From This Episode:<ul><li>The general overview of Ginger and the services they provide.</li><li>Dr. Udall's article on overcoming an eating disorder and how it came about.</li><li>Important aspects of mental health for professionals working long hours in a crisis.</li><li>Coping skills for these stressful periods of long hours and isolation. </li><li>Emphases on self-care and downtime in order to make work more sustainable. </li><li>The danger of catastrophic thinking; keeping in things in perspective and reframing thoughts. </li><li>Hitting the sweet spot of communication with a team in order to facilitate calm decision-making. </li><li>Reaching out to an isolated and anxious population and the proper support for them. </li><li>Creative ways around remote lifestyles and pervasive loneliness. </li><li>Open and honest channels at home and at work; approaching issues together.</li><li>How to sign-up for Ginger's free service that is available for all healthcare professionals. </li></ul>

Mental Wellness in a Time of Crisis with Dana Udall, PhD at Ginger