Stephen Hays
Stephen Hays
#80 - Lyra's VP of Partnerships (early employee) - Sean McBride
#80 - Lyra's VP of Partnerships (early employee) - Sean McBride
#80 - Lyra's VP of Partnerships (early employee) - Sean McBride
Wednesday 10th March 2021
Sean McBride talks about Lyra Health's efforts to make behavioral health care accessible and his journey in the healthcare industry.
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Get the buttons here!Sean McBride on Transforming Behavioral Health with Lyra Health
We make it really hard for patients today: a lot of phone calls, a lot of logistics back and forth and a lot of ambiguity around what you need for care. And so we were very focused on trying to tackle the quality problem.
Ever wondered how to make mental health care more accessible? Sean McBride, VP of Partnerships at Lyra Health, has some answers. In this episode, he sits down with Stephen Hays to discuss his journey from various high-profile roles, including positions at Castlight Health and The White House’s National Economic Council, to becoming the first employee at Lyra Health. Sean shares his experiences and the challenges he faced while helping Lyra scale into a healthcare unicorn over the past six years.
Lyra Health aims to simplify behavioral health care, making it easier for people to find and use the services they need. Sean delves into the importance of creating a supportive culture in the workplace and why employees often hesitate to use mental health resources provided by their employers. He also explores value-based care and its potential to revolutionize the healthcare system.
In a candid discussion, Sean opens up about his personal struggles with mental health and how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has been a game-changer for him. He emphasizes the need to break down the stigma surrounding mental health and encourages investing in mental well-being. For those interested in the mental health startup space, Sean offers valuable insights into the opportunities and challenges ahead.
From reducing structural issues in America's mental health network to promoting employee partnerships, this episode covers a lot of ground. If you're curious about how companies like Lyra Health are changing the landscape of behavioral health care, this episode is a must-listen.