Laura Galbreath, MPP, is the director of behavioral health and workforce at the National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP). In her role, Laura collaborates with state and federal policymakers to design evidence-based initiatives that enhance mental health and addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery services. With a focus on bridging policy and practice, Laura advises state health leaders on integrated care delivery models, workforce strategies, and financing solutions for behavioral health initiatives. With years of experience in technical assistance and stakeholder engagement, Laura is passionate about fostering research-driven policies that can positively impact state health systems across the nation. As a skilled health care executive, Laura has dedicated her career to improving access to behavioral health services for individuals across the nation. Prior to joining NASHP, she was a consultant and vice president at the National Council for Community Behavioral Health, where she led the nation's first national center providing knowledge and technical assistance to support the integration of primary and behavioral healthcare. Laura holds a Master of Public Policy from George Mason University and a bachelor's degree from the University of Central Florida.