Colorado's premier advocacy organization for community behavioral health providers.

Since 1967, the Colorado Behavioral Healthcare Council (CBHC) has served as the statewide membership association for Colorado's nonprofit safety net community providers of mental health and substance use disorder treatment services.

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Latest from CBHC

Behavioral and Primary Healthcare Collaboration in Colorado

June 3, 2010

National Council Releases New Resources on Healthcare Reform Implementation

April 23, 2010

CBHC Legislative Update and Bill Tracking Slate 4.12.10

April 13, 2010

Suicide is the Third Leading Cause of Death among 15-24 Year Olds

April 1, 2010

New CBHC Legislative Update and Bill Tracking Slate Available

March 24, 2010

Report Screening, Brief Intervention, Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) Services and Outcomes Now Available

March 24, 2010

3.09.10 Legislative Update and Bill Tracking Slate Now Available

March 9, 2010

Updated Bill Tracking Slate

February 19, 2010

Congratulations to Colorado Programs Recognized by NCCBH!

January 29, 2010

Guidance Released on Implementation of Mental Health and Addictions Parity

January 29, 2010

2010 CBHC Bill Tracking Slate Now Available

January 26, 2010

West Central Mental Health Center Named 2009 Winner of CBHC Golden Light Bulb Award

January 14, 2010

Popular Drugs May Help Only Severe Depression

January 14, 2010

LINKING YOU to Important Kids’ Behavioral Health News

January 11, 2010

Senior Reach Needs Your Vote!

December 4, 2009

Can Accountable Care Organizations Improve the Value of Health Care by Solving the Cost and Quality Quanderies?

November 11, 2009

MINDS ON THE EDGE: Facing Mental Illness

September 24, 2009

The Journey of Asian Adoption: Building a Multicultural Family

September 16, 2009

Resource Center for Primary Care and Behavioral Health Collaboration Now Available Online

September 15, 2009

Closing the Addictions Treatment Gap

July 28, 2009

Screening and Assessing Immigrant and Refugee Youth in School Based Mental Health Programs

July 23, 2009

Representatives Engel and Matsui Introduce Amendment for Federal Designation

July 23, 2009

New Preferred Drug List Now Available

June 1, 2009

Reimbursement of Mental Health Services in Primary Care Settings

May 18, 2009

Majority of America’s 2 Million Adolescents Suffering from Depression Episodes Did Not Receive Treatment in the Past Year

May 15, 2009

Preventing Suicide in Colorado – Progress Achieved & Goals for the Future

May 7, 2009

Beyond Parity: Primary Care Physicians’ Perspectives On Access To Mental Health Care

April 14, 2009

Depression in Teenagers: Experts Say to Screen All

April 10, 2009

Behavioral Health / Primary Care Integration and the Person-Centered Healthcare Home

April 9, 2009

CBHC Webinars Available in CBHC Online Library!

April 9, 2009

CBHC 2026 Annual Behavioral Health Conference Meeting the Moment for Communities

September 30 - October 3

Beaver Run Resort | Breckenridge, CO

Join hundreds of behavioral health professionals, state and criminal justice partners, physical health providers, and students for CBHC’s Annual Behavioral Health Conference 2026, themed Meeting the Moment for Communities. This year, we focus on addressing today’s complex challenges collectively and responsibly, supporting individuals, families, and communities in crisis.

Attendees will explore key topics including mental health, substance use disorders, social determinants of health, and Colorado and national guidelines, while earning continuing education credits, participating in engaging training sessions, and connecting with peers navigating the same pressures and opportunities. Whether you’re an experienced professional or new to the field, leave with practical insights, stronger connections, and renewed confidence in advancing behavioral health.

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Become a CBHC Member

Join CBHC to advocate for mental health and substance use treatment services. Members gain access to resources, professional development, networking events, and policy advocacy. Whether you're an individual provider, organization, or vendor, CBHC membership empowers you to advance behavioral health in Colorado.