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About
Josh Cutler, MSW, LICSW is a seasoned mental health professional who has worked in healthcare for nearly twenty years. An experienced psychotherapist, clinical social worker and people leader, Josh’s work focuses on improving access to mental health services. He works in private practice and is also a behavioral health director for a large healthcare organization. His writing focuses on the human condition.
Josh is passionate about sharing his own struggles with diagnosis of and recovery from a serious mental illness, in the hopes that this vulnerability will lead others to seek help. His advocacy for people with disabilities has taken him to the legislative halls of both Washingtons. He is the author of The Day Hospital: A Memoir.
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Book
In the spirit of classic bestselling memoirs like Manic, Prozac Nation, An Unquiet Mind, Madness, Running with Scissors and the Buddha and the Borderline, The Day Hospital weaves personal stories of tragedy with insight, wit, and hope.
“The Day Hospital is a deeply personal account of living with a mental health disorder that offers glimmers of hope”
— Bedside Book Review
“A journey of hope and acceptance.”
— Dr. Dorothy Van Soest, author of Just Mercy and Dean Emeritus of University of Washington School of Social Work
“The author’s professional experience gives him a unique perspective. His vulnerability and willingness to share make this extremely powerful. This book is a must read!”
— Dr. Arpan Waghray, psychiatrist and Chief Medical Officer for Behavioral Health at Providence Health System
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Media
A regular contributor to the national conversation about mental health, Josh Cutler is frequently a subject matter expert for local news, podcasts, and articles.
Recent features:
America Meditating Radio: The Next Normal
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Consulting
Josh has over 20 years of experience providing leadership, consulting, and training services to non-profit organizations, healthcare systems, start-ups, private practitioners, graduate students, associates seeking licensure, and executives. His work experience ranges from director level positions at several healthcare organizations, to clinical supervisor in community mental health, to primary care provider, to public sector leadership on a state policy council.
Projects: Josh has recent experience implementing the integrated Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) model within a large statewide medical group vertically integrated with a major health plan. Hw has also consulted with the health technology sector on digital therapeutics. He has significant expertise in the best practices of telehealth care.
For more specifics on my experience please see my LinkedIn profile. Please contact me if you are interested in engaging me for consulting or training for your organization.
