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

<p><i><strong>Meet Dana Udall, Ph.D.:</strong></i></p><p>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.</p><p><i><strong>Key Insights:</strong></i></p><p>Dana Udall Ph.D. has experience in digital health and novel care delivery in the behavioral health space. </p><ul><li><strong>Intentional Leadership</strong>. 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><strong>Personalizing Mental Health Care</strong>. 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><strong>Ask For Help</strong>. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness. It creates better solutions through crowdsourcing, and protects your mental health. (34:38)</li></ul><p>This episode is hosted by Kristi Ebong. She is a member of the Advisory Council for <i>Her Story</i> and an investor at Define Ventures.</p><p><i><strong>Relevant Links:</strong></i></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.headspace.com/health">Learn more about Headspace Health</a></li><li><a href="https://www.ginger.com/">Learn more about Ginger</a></li><li><a href="https://www.ginger.com/chats/my-history-with-anorexia-and-why-i-share-my-story">“My History with Anorexia and Why I Share My Story” By Dana Udall, Ph.D.</a></li></ul>