The Behavioral Health Exchange builds upon the legacy of the African American Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (AABH-COE), a nationally recognized initiative established to develop and disseminate culturally responsive training, technical assistance, and resources to reduce behavioral health disparities among African American communities.

Through its work, the Center strengthened workforce capacity, elevated equity centered practices, and supported practitioners nationwide in delivering effective, trauma-informed behavioral health services. Although the Center has formally concluded, the need for coordinated, accessible, and culturally grounded behavioral health resources remains.

The Behavioral Health Exchange represents the next evolution of this work, transitioning from a time-limited center of excellence into a sustainable, connected national platform that expands access to knowledge, strengthens collaboration, and supports professionals, organizations, and communities in advancing behavioral health equity.

The Behavioral Health Exchange is a transformative national resource hub and membership portal dedicated to advancing mental health, wellness, and resiliency for global communities. By connecting professionals, community members, and organizations, BHE is a trusted platform for access, collaboration, and cultural relevance in behavioral health designed to integrate three essential components:

• RENEWAL – reframing behavioral health through healing-centered approaches that emphasize hope and transformation.
  

• RESILIENCE – advancing knowledge, leadership, and solutions to strengthen systems of care and workforce capacity through education and resources.
  

• REFERRAL – creating a digital Behavioral Health Provider & Trainer Portal that ensures individuals and communities have direct access to care.