Behavioral Health Strategy & Consulting Services
Cortney Harden, LCSW, CMNCS
I’m a licensed clinician and behavioral health strategist with over 15 years of experience leading systems-level transformation across the behavioral health continuum. My work is grounded in whole-person care—designing and scaling services that integrate mental health, substance use treatment, and physical health in ways that are clinically effective, operationally sound, and person-centered.
I specialize in solving complex problems that others tend to avoid. Whether the challenge is structural, clinical, or regulatory, I bring clarity, momentum, and forward-thinking strategy. I stay two steps ahead—anticipating obstacles, aligning with evolving policy, and creating practical solutions that work in real-life settings.
Throughout my career, I’ve led major behavioral health integration initiatives, launched new service lines, managed multi-state contracts, and partnered with healthcare systems, counties, and CBOs to expand access and improve outcomes.
In addition to consulting, I run Live Aligned Integrative Therapy, a practice focused on whole-person care—combining lifestyle medicine, clinical nutrition, and mental health support. I’m also a speaker and the author of The Healing Journal, a guided tool to help individuals move through emotional pain and build sustainable healing.
To learn more about my background and project experience—including work with Positive Behavior Supports Corp, California Health Collaborative, Just Whole Care, and Telecare Corporation—you can visit my LinkedIn profile.
Whole-person Strategy. Real World Solutions.
Workforce Development
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Customized training, onboarding systems, andsupervision plans to build strong teams and support staff retention.
Recruitment & Retention
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Support with hiring strategies, onboarding systems, and long-term retention planning to stabilize and grow your team.
Systems Redesign
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Assessment and redesign of internal systems to improve performance, compliance, and funding outcomes.
Clinical Consulting
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Expert insight on treatment protocols, ASAM alignment, and trauma-informed practices to improve client outcomes.
Program Development
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Behavioral health and SUD service design, built around local needs and aligned with county, state, and CalAIM frameworks.
Outcome Metrics
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Outcome frameworks and measures that turn data into clear insights for quality, funding, and impact.
Operational Systems
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Workflow optimization and resource planning to streamline operations and align with funding and quality standards
Strategic Growth Planning
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Support in hiring strategies, onboarding systems, and long-term retention planning to stabilize and grow your team.
Integrative Care Models
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Modern care models that blend behavioral health and lifestyle medicine to improve outcomes and expand capacity.
Looking to start an Integrative Wellness Program?
With a keen understanding of the industry's trends and the benefits of holistic approaches, I can seamlessly integrate a comprehensive wellness program into your facility's offerings. This program will encompass various aspects such as:
Nutrition Counseling
Implementing personalized nutrition counseling services tailored to each client's needs, promoting healthier dietary habits and overall well-being.
Mind-Body Health
Introducing mindfulness practices, yoga sessions, meditation techniques, and other mind-body interventions to foster emotional balance, stress reduction, and improved mental health outcomes.
Lifestyle Medicine
Supporting programs that promote sustainable behavior change through movement, sleep hygiene, stress management, and other lifestyle factors essential for long-term recovery and wellness.
By incorporating these elements into your treatment approach, we can enhance the effectiveness of your services and promote holistic healing for your clients. Research shows that such integrative approaches lead to better client engagement, improved treatment adherence, and enhanced long-term outcomes.
Together, we can create a wellness program that aligns with your facility's mission and values, providing comprehensive care that addresses the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of health. Let's embark on this journey toward holistic healing and transformative change for your clients.