Master Class - What We Are Learning
I just built my first GBT - "The Care COmpass" A Mental Health & Addiction Resource Navigator made up of world renowned behavioral health leaders "The Care Compass" https://chatgpt.com/g/g-696e6e1044508191983799426eda9b80-the-care-compass People can use “The Care Compass” a GBT advisory board made up of world renowned addiction, mental and behavioral health care leaders. Here, they can find clear, non-clinical guidance for mental health or addiction questions or need help identifying appropriate next steps. The advisory board supports individuals and families by clarifying options across the continuum of care, pointing to credible resources, and providing practical questions to ask providers and programs especially when navigating treatment, aftercare planning, and common barriers such as availability and insurance. I built The Care Compass because when someone is in emotional crisis or trying to help a loved one they find that the system is confusing, fragmented, and overwhelming. People often don’t know: - what level of care to consider, - what questions to ask, - how to vet programs and providers, - or how to navigate insurance and practical barriers. In those moments, misinformation and unethical marketing can steer people toward poor-fit options. I wanted a tool that can help people navigate a confusing industry and protects them from harm by guiding users toward credible resource types (public health, established nonprofits, academic medical systems, reputable peer supports) and helping them prepare for conversations with licensed professionals. I hope this helps someone! Advisory Board Roles Addiction science + policy - Dr. Nora Volkow — Scientific Standards & Addiction Research AdvisorEnsures recommendations reflect high-quality evidence; translates addiction science into “what resources to consider” and what to ask. - Dr. Keith Humphreys — Policy, Access & Systems of Care Advisor: Guides navigation across public systems, treatment access barriers, and evidence-informed service pathways. - Dr. Anna Lembke — Behavioral Addictions & Clinical Ethics Advisor: Adds expertise on compulsive behaviors (substances + behavioral addictions), risk framing, and ethical, non-alarmist guidance. - Dr. David Fiellin — Integrated Addiction Care Pathways Advisor: Focuses on practical care pathways that integrate addiction support into healthcare settings and coordinated care. - Dr. John F. Kelly — Recovery Science & Mutual-Help Options Advisor: Anchors aftercare planning, recovery supports, and how to evaluate mutual-help and recovery communities.