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The Truth About Addiction, Trauma & Fixing Behavioral Health with Jaime Vinck
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- Apr 28, 2026
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Summary
Only one in ten people who need treatment actually receive it, and Jaime Vinck is on a mission to change that. In this episode, Jaime shares her journey from corporate HR to leading one of the most recognized behavioral health organizations in the country. She unpacks what keeps people from seeking care, how trauma-informed leadership transforms teams, and why expanding access through managed care, AI, and better data is critical to the future of treatment. From the "100-pound phone call" to the realities of clinician burnout, this conversation offers practical insight for leaders navigating workforce challenges, payer relationships, and the next evolution of care delivery, while never losing sight of compassion. Key Moments: 00:00 – Jaime's unconventional path from HR to behavioral health 02:24 – From clinician to executive leadership in treatment centers 05:17 – Why clinical leadership experience matters at the executive level 08:20 – The inspiration behind The Rehab Playbook 13:15 – Why people avoid treatment: fear, trauma, and vulnerability 14:46 – "The phone weighs 100 pounds" moment in admissions 15:57 – Trauma-informed leadership and leading with dignity 19:29 – Workforce challenges: burnout, turnover, and clinician shortages 21:44 – The reality of value-based care in behavioral health 36:14 – The future: AI, access to care, and the next generation of leaders Learn More & Connect Show Notes + Resources: https://snapshotinteractive.com/mastermined Connect with Jaime Vinck: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-vinck-88556245/ | https://www.themeadows.com/ Connect with Mark Scrivner: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markscrivner | https://snapshot.agency/health Connect with Jeff Skillen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffskillen | https://www.skillsetenterprises.com Connect…