Director
DC Department of Behavioral Health
Barbara J. Bazron, PhD, is the Director of the Department of the Behavioral Health appointed by Mayor Muriel Bowser. She manages the District’s recovery oriented, integrated behavioral health system. Dr. Bazron has used her expertise in strategic planning and organizational development to build systems of care that promote the integration of mental health and addictions services, foster equity with physical health care and address disparities in health care. Prior to her appointment, Dr. Bazron served as the Deputy Secretary of the Maryland Department of Health’s Behavioral Health Administration which is responsible for the state’s services and supports for individuals with mental health and substance use disorders, including five psychiatric hospitals.
Dr. Bazron is a published author on cultural competency in behavioral health. She also has clinical experience as a family therapist and as an educational diagnostician. Dr. Bazron received a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Pittsburgh, a Master of Education from the University of Cincinnati and a Bachelor of Arts from Oberlin College.
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
8:00 AM – 9:15 AM