The Outcome is Better When We Work Together
Our Mission is to lead a regional network of mental health and substance abuse care providers who work together to create optimal outcomes through collaborative care initiatives and data-driven services.
The Outcome is Better When We Work Together
Our Mission is to lead a regional network of mental health and substance abuse care providers who work together to create optimal outcomes through collaborative care initiatives and data-driven services.
About CBHN
The Capital Behavioral Health Network (CBHN) was created in 2018 to help drive better health outcomes for those with mental health and substance abuse disorders. CBHN is an independent practice association (IPA). CBHN’s parent organization Capital Behavioral health Collaborative, is a 501c3 nonprofit.
Our members include 30 organizations that deliver mental health and substance abuse services. CBHN members represent a wide spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services in urban, suburban and rural communities in the greater capital region and includes Albany, Schenectady, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Columbia, Greene, Schoharie, Fulton, Montgomery, Warren, and Washington counties.
Project Spotlight
Recent News
Breaking Down Barriers: How Transportation Support Opens Doors to Recovery
For someone in early recovery, the distance between wanting help and actually getting it can feel insurmountable. Something as seemingly simple as transportation can have a huge effect on an individual’s ability to access help.
Connected Care: How COAST’s Network Supports Every Step of Recovery
June 2025 Times Union Article highlighting the COAST project featuring an interview with New Choices Recovery Center’s CEO, Laura Combs.
How COAST Provides Substance Use Disorder Help When It Matters Most
May 2025 Times Union Article highlighting the COAST project featuring an interview with Hope House’s Executive Director, Kevin Connally.
Member Benefits
Regional & Large Scale Grants
Leadership Expertise
VBP Initiatives
Training Opportunities
Network Data Analytics
Member Shared Services






