Uniting Washington’s behavioral health professions to shape public policy.
WABHPC brings behavioral health professional associations and allied partners together to advance shared policy priorities, strengthen the workforce, and improve access to quality care across Washington.
Why Now?
Behavioral health is at a pivotal moment.
Workforce shortages, rising demand, and system complexity are affecting professionals, organizations, and the communities they serve. The challenges are significant, but so are the opportunities. WABHPC creates a forum for behavioral health professions to align around shared priorities, strengthen collaboration, and speak with a stronger collective voice.
What We Do
Coordinate legislative and policy advocacy
Align messaging across members
Advance shared priorities
Engage policymakers and stakeholders
Strengthen the behavioral health workforce
Focus Areas
Workforce Development
Reimbursement and Sustainability
Licensing and Regulation
Access, Quality, Public Protection
Behavioral Health Policy and System Coordination
Shared Priorities
Coordinated Action
Greater Collective Impact
WABHPC does not replace the advocacy efforts of our members. Rather, it provides a forum where professions can work together when common interests exist and collective action can have greater impact.