In the Media

As Executive Director of Crisis Support Services of Alameda County and President of 988 California, I am frequently called upon by journalists and policymakers to share insights on mental health, crisis intervention, and public safety. Explore my recent commentary and coverage in local and statewide news below.

CA 988 mental health tech is years overdue, linked to troubled Next Gen 911 upgrade (8/7/26)

Four Years In, 988 Scaled to Meet Demand. Sustaining it is the Next Mission (7/31/26)

A new 988: California’s vision for mental health crisis line plagued by delays (2/3/26)

Golden Gate Bridge deaths by suicide down 87% after installation of prevention nets, report says (1/21/26 )

Funding issues raised for California's suicide helpline, as call volumes increase (12/17/25)

As 988 calls rise across California, the state will collect less to support it (12/3/25)

Openness to therapy grows among elders (8/17/25)

When the worst public health crisis in a century hit Alameda County, I was on the front lines guiding our region's behavioral health response. The following coverage highlights my crisis leadership during the pandemic and our work to ensure no neighbor was left without support

COVID Could Impact Mental Health for Years to Come. Here's How to Cope (2/17/2021)

Coronavirus Impact on Mental Health (4/15/20)

Coronavirus Is Impacting the Bay Area's Mental Health. Where Can You Find Help? (4/1/20)