UW Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
News
Young Seattle authors find their voices through the Storybook Project
South Seattle Emerald | June 22, 2026
Led by Ben Danielson, MD, the AHSHAY pilot program helped 20 youth from marginalized communities publish children's books that reflect belonging, curiosity, and care.
Feature
BHSS Workforce Development Project certifies first three providers
Department News | May 28, 2026
The UW BHSS Workforce Development Project is a catalyst for developing a bachelor level mental and behavioral provider known as the Behavioral Health Support Specialist, or BHSS. A BHSS provides brief, culturally responsive evidence based psychosocial interventions under supervision for common mental and behavioral health conditions.
Events
Grand Rounds - Bridging mental health, policy, and the law: Advancing forensic mental health practice
May 29 | 12 - 1 PM
Jennifer Piel, MD, JD, will introduce the work of the Center for Mental Health, Policy, and the Law (CMHPL) — a hub for research, education, and policy innovation dedicated to improving outcomes for individuals with behavioral health needs in the context of law.
