The Local Behavioral Health Authority is the management entity for publicly funded mental health and substance related disorder services. The agency strives to improve these services for residents of Garrett County, works to better integrate existing services and expand currently available services. We also assist persons in receiving medication, transportation to services, housing, and employment.
The Garrett County Local Behavioral Health Authority has responsibilities of leadership, management, oversight, and operations for publicly funded behavioral health strategies and services in Garrett County.
Vision: Facilitate the continuance of a consumer-focused behavioral health system in Garrett County that is comprehensive, coordinated, and accessible to achieve optimal health outcomes.
Mission: We will promote quality-driven treatment, support, and rehabilitation to foster recovery, resiliency, and health and wellbeing for emotional, substance, gambling, and/or mental health disorders.
Lindsay uploaded the file: FY 2026 Strategic Implementation Plan – Second Draft to Local Behavioral Health Authority 4 days, 17 hours ago
Please find attached the final copy of the GCLBHA FY26 Strategic Implementation Plan.
The Garrett County Local Behavioral Health Authority is asking for all suggestions, comments, and amendments by close of business on Thursday, March 27, 2025. The link for the survey is for feedback is: https://forms.gle/rh7gwxggP3SZ2U147
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Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: Training Opportunity to Local Behavioral Health Authority 5 days, 20 hours ago
It’s time to register for the Service Members, Veterans, and Families Monthly Workshop: Risk and Protective Factors Unique to Military and Veteran Youth. Join Maryland’s Commitment to Veterans on April 17, 2025 ET for our monthly behavioral health workshop focused on the needs of our military-connected community as we hear Gregory Leskin, PhD,…[Read more]
Lindsay posted an update in the group Local Behavioral Health Authority 1 week, 1 day ago
The Garrett County Local Management Board offered two Community Listening Sessions in preparation for the FY 2026 Community Partnership Agreement planning. The second session was recorded and is available to be viewed at the link below.
Lindsay uploaded the file: Community Partnership Agreement – Garrett County Local Management Board to Local Behavioral Health Authority 2 weeks, 4 days ago
Good Afternoon!
The Garrett County Local Management Board (GCLMB) is planning for the Fiscal Year 2026 Community Partnership Agreement, which has been aligned with Governor Moore’s ENOUGH Initiative. There will be two Community Listening Sessions held to discuss the goals of the Community Partnership Agreement and to obtain community input…[Read more]
Gillian Shreve posted an update in the group Local Behavioral Health Authority 2 weeks, 5 days ago
We regret to inform you that our upcoming workshop,“Caring for Women Veterans: Navigating VA Healthcare, Maternity Care, and Mental Health, with a Focus on Perinatal Depression,” scheduled for March 20, 2025, has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances. We understand this may cause disappointment, and we truly apologize for any inc…[Read more]
Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: Maternity & Mental Health in VA: Supporting Women Veterans – Register Today to Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 weeks, 1 day ago
It’s time to register for the Service Members, Veterans, and Families Monthly Workshop: Caring for Women Veterans: Navigating VA Healthcare, Maternity Care, and Mental Health, with a Focus on Perinatal Depression. Join Maryland’s Commitment to Veterans on March 20, 2025 ET for their monthly behavioral health workshop focused on the needs of our…[Read more]
Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: ROPTA Training Opportunities to Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 weeks, 5 days ago
Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: 3.18.25 Webinar Flyer.pdf to Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 weeks, 5 days ago
Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: 3.7.25 Webinar Flyer.pdf to Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 weeks, 5 days ago
Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: Upcoming MACS Training Opportunities to Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 weeks, 5 days ago
Please see the upcoming training opportunities from the Maryland Addiction Consultation Service (MACS) below. More information and details on how to register can be found in the attached fliers and at http://www.marylandmacs.org.
Opioid Treatment Program ECHO Clinic: Motivational Interviewing
Wednesday, March 5 (12:30–1:30 pm)
Presented by Christopher W…[Read more]
Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: Upcoming MACS Training Opportunities to Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 weeks, 5 days ago
Please see the upcoming training opportunities from the Maryland Addiction Consultation Service (MACS) below. More information and details on how to register can be found in the attached fliers and at http://www.marylandmacs.org.
Opioid Treatment Program ECHO Clinic: Motivational Interviewing
Wednesday, March 5 (12:30–1:30 pm)
Presented by Christopher W…[Read more]
Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: Upcoming MACS Training Opportunities to Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 weeks, 5 days ago
Please see the upcoming training opportunities from the Maryland Addiction Consultation Service (MACS) below. More information and details on how to register can be found in the attached fliers and at http://www.marylandmacs.org.
Opioid Treatment Program ECHO Clinic: Motivational Interviewing
Wednesday, March 5 (12:30–1:30 pm)
Presented by Christopher W…[Read more]
Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: [trainingcenter] Registration is OPEN: Behavioral Health Administration's 21st Primary Behavioral Health and Early Intervention Conference to Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 weeks, 5 days ago
Registration is OPEN for the Behavioral Health Administration’s 21st Primary Behavioral Health and Early Intervention Conference. Please see attached flyer for more details
Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: Color Run/Walk to Local Behavioral Health Authority 4 weeks, 1 day ago
Garrett County Lighthouse, Inc invites any local community and health organizations to host tables promoting their organization at our upcoming Color Walk/Run for childrens mental health.
For further information please contact Amber Martin, 301-616-2054, [email protected].
Gillian Shreve posted an update in the group Local Behavioral Health Authority 4 weeks, 1 day ago
It’s time to register for the Service Members, Veterans, and Families Monthly Workshop: Caring for Women Veterans: Navigating VA Healthcare, Maternity Care, and Mental Health, with a Focus on Perinatal Depression. Join Maryland’s Commitment to Veterans on March 20, 2025 ET for our monthly behavioral health workshop focused on the needs of our…[Read more]
Lindsay posted an update in the group Local Behavioral Health Authority 1 month, 1 week ago
The second Community Feedback Session for the Fiscal Year 2026 Local Strategic Plan Implementation was held on Friday, February 7. The link to the recording can be found below.
Gillian Shreve posted an update in the group Local Behavioral Health Authority 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Trevor Project CARE Training: The Trevor Project’s CARE (Connect, Accept, Respond, Empower) Training is an interactive and intensive training that provides adults with an overview of suicide among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) youth, and the different environmental stressors that contribute to their heightened r…[Read more]
Lindsay posted an update in the group Local Behavioral Health Authority 1 month, 2 weeks ago
The first Community Feedback Session for the Fiscal Year 2026 Local Strategic Plan Implementation was held on Wednesday, February 6. The link to the recording can be found below. The second Community Feedback Session will be held on Friday, February 7 at 10am. The meeting will be held in the first floor Garrett County Health Department conference…[Read more]
Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: Signs of Dementia to Local Behavioral Health Authority 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause memory, thinking, and behavior changes that interfere with
daily living. Learn about common warning signs of Alzheimer’s and what symptoms to look for in
yourself and others, as well as tips to approach someone who is experiencing changes in their
memory, the benefit of early detection and diagnosis, and…[Read more]
Katey Shadel joined the group Local Behavioral Health Authority 1 month, 2 weeks ago