#88 - _able Partners Founding Partner Amanda Eilian - A Pioneer in Mental Health Investing

#88 - _able Partners Founding Partner Amanda Eilian - A Pioneer in Mental Health Investing

Curious about the future of mental health investments? This episode of the Stigma Podcast has you covered. Host Stephen Hays sits down with Amanda Eilian, the founding partner of _able Partners, an early-stage venture capital firm with a focus on improving lives through innovative startups. Amanda shares her journey into venture investing and the unique approach _able Partners takes to support visionary founders in the positive living space.

From mental health and addiction to women's health and sexual wellness, Amanda's firm invests in areas that have historically been stigmatized. She discusses the importance of personalized mental health solutions and integrated care models, highlighting some of their most promising investments like Spring Health, Compass Pathways, and ATAI Life Sciences. Amanda also opens up about the challenges of navigating the legacy healthcare system and the potential for value-based care to revolutionize mental health treatment.

If you're interested in how direct-to-consumer mental health solutions are shaping the future, this conversation offers plenty of food for thought. This episode isn't just for investors; it's for anyone keen on understanding how innovative approaches can make a real difference in mental health. Tune in to hear Amanda's insights and learn more about the exciting developments in this crucial field.