Healthcare Capital Advisors Launches Dedicated Consulting Practice for Behavioral Health Sector

Healthcare Capital Advisors (HCA), a leading investment bank and strategic advisory firm in the behavioral health sector, has announced the launch of a dedicated consulting practice. This initiative is led by Lisa Richardson, MS / LCDC III, a seasoned healthcare leader with 15 years of experience in founding and scaling behavioral health programs. Richardson's appointment as Managing Director of Consulting signifies HCA's commitment to enhancing its support for behavioral healthcare providers through various developmental and transitional phases.

The consulting team boasts a roster of accomplished professionals, including Leah Hendricks, M.Ed / LPCC-S, Teresa McClure, MS / LPC / ACADC, Dr. Michele Maloney, PhD / LPC, Erin Kennedy, BA, and Michele Santagata, BA. Each member brings specialized skills in areas such as strategic outreach, facility scaling, clinical program design, revenue cycle management, and contact center optimization. This diverse expertise positions the team to address the multifaceted challenges faced by behavioral healthcare organizations.

Services offered by the consulting practice encompass Fractional Executive Services, Startup and Turnaround Strategy, Sale Preparation, and Operational Consulting. These offerings are tailored to equip behavioral healthcare organizations and investors with the strategic and operational tools needed to succeed in the complex healthcare landscape. Jacob Lynch, Managing Director at HCA, praised Richardson's leadership and the team's collective prowess, underscoring their ability to foster program growth in today's market.

Beyond their professional services, the consulting team is dedicated to societal impact, pledging a portion of their profits to support organizations focused on violence prevention, victim advocacy, children's mental health, and hunger relief. This philanthropic effort mirrors the team's overarching goal to contribute positively to society, extending their influence beyond the behavioral health sector.