Brenau University Pres. on expanding mental health services and resources in Georgia

June 30th, 2022

On a recent edition of “Closer Look,” Brenau University President Anne Skleder discusses the state of mental health care access and resources in Georgia. (Courtesy of Brenau University)

According to a report published in 2021 by the nonprofit Mental Health America, the state of Georgia ranks last for access to mental health care and resources.

In efforts to address the gap, In April of 2022, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed The Mental Health Parity Act, House Bill 1013 into law. The measure enforces a federal law that requires “parity” in health coverage.

On a recent edition of “Closer Look,” Brenau University President Anne Skleder discusses mental health services and resources in Georgia.

During the conversation, President Skleder talked with program host Rose Scott about how her university is working to close the gap by expanding its Lynn J. Darby School of Psychology and Adolescent Counseling, partnering with the Gainesville Police Department and the opening of two Brenau Center for Counseling and Psychological Services clinics.