Reducing Stigma: John Boetger's Vision for Accessible Mental Health Care

In this episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm speaks with John Boetger, LCSW (licensed clinical social worker). John shares how his nursing home work during COVID highlighted the emotional strain on residents, families, and staff, and why burnout support must go beyond superficial perks to real listening and connection. He addresses misconceptions about therapy, the influence of social media, and how teletherapy is expanding affordable access—especially for older adults—while advocating for more holistic care and better insurance-covered mental health services. If you have any topics or guests you'd like to see on future episodes, reach out to us on our website. The views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, positions, or policies of Quality Insights. Publication number QI-103026-GK