Colorado's premier advocacy organization for community behavioral health providers.

Since 1967, the Colorado Behavioral Healthcare Council (CBHC) has served as the statewide membership association for Colorado's nonprofit safety net community providers of mental health and substance use disorder treatment services.

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Latest from CBHC

Colorado Behavioral Healthcare Council Names Kara Johnson-Hufford CEO

May 1, 2023

New York Times Highlights History of Community Mental Health System

November 4, 2022

Doyle Forrestal Announces Retirement from Colorado Behavioral Healthcare Council 

October 20, 2022

Health Solutions Celebrates 60 Years

September 2, 2022

CBHC Welcomes Edie Sonn to the Team!

July 12, 2022

AG Community Highlighted as Colorado Mental Health Expert Testifies in Congress

April 27, 2022

Why Diversus Health Is Partnering With a Soccer Team

April 22, 2022

SummitStone Health Partners Pioneers Competency Program in Larimer County

February 23, 2022

Innovations in Community Mental Health: Southeast’s Alternative Pain Management Program

February 2, 2022

Colorado Sun Article Shines Light on CBHC’s Call for Behavioral Health System Audit

December 16, 2021

CBHC’s Letter to the Governor

December 10, 2021

CBHC Welcomes Eagle Valley Behavioral Health into the Community Mental Health Center Family

October 20, 2021

September is National Suicide Awareness Month

September 2, 2021

Gov. Polis Visits Mental Health Partners’ #BoulderStrong Resource Center

July 28, 2021

Denver Foundation Offers Mental Health Scholarship for AAPI Students

July 6, 2021

Solvista Health Breaks Ground on New Regional Assessment Center in Salida

May 11, 2021

Resources & Support for Individuals Impacted by the Canterbury Mobile Home Park Shooting in Colorado Springs

May 10, 2021

Celebrating May is Mental Health Month

May 4, 2021

Rick Doucet of Community Reach Center Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

April 27, 2021

Jefferson Center Hosts Virtual Activity Challenge

April 27, 2021

Mind Springs Receives Innovation Award for Metricovery™ Program

April 23, 2021

Diversus Health CEO Discusses Rebranding & Restructuring

April 13, 2021

North Range Behavioral Health Discusses Wellness, Current Legislation, and its New CCBHC Status

March 31, 2021

CBHC Statement on Boulder Shooting at King Soopers

March 25, 2021

Mental Health Partners Offers Resources for Mental Wellness in Times of Mourning

March 23, 2021

Aurora Mental Health Center Highlights How to Find Help and Resiliency During COVID

March 22, 2021

Asian Pacific Development Center Recognized for its Positive Impact in the Community

March 15, 2021

Mental Health Partners Reaches Goal in “Be 1 of 4098”suicide prevention campaign

March 4, 2021

Mental Health Center of Denver Adds Social Workers to RTD Routes

March 4, 2021

Community Reach Center Starts a Podcast

March 1, 2021

CBHC 2026 Annual Behavioral Health Conference Meeting the Moment for Communities

September 30 - October 3

Beaver Run Resort | Breckenridge, CO

Join hundreds of behavioral health professionals, state and criminal justice partners, physical health providers, and students for CBHC’s Annual Behavioral Health Conference 2026, themed Meeting the Moment for Communities. This year, we focus on addressing today’s complex challenges collectively and responsibly, supporting individuals, families, and communities in crisis.

Attendees will explore key topics including mental health, substance use disorders, social determinants of health, and Colorado and national guidelines, while earning continuing education credits, participating in engaging training sessions, and connecting with peers navigating the same pressures and opportunities. Whether you’re an experienced professional or new to the field, leave with practical insights, stronger connections, and renewed confidence in advancing behavioral health.

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Become a CBHC Member

Join CBHC to advocate for mental health and substance use treatment services. Members gain access to resources, professional development, networking events, and policy advocacy. Whether you're an individual provider, organization, or vendor, CBHC membership empowers you to advance behavioral health in Colorado.