In this episode of The Voice of Hope with Dr. Ken Huey, we speak with Christina Camomilli Starkey, a psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in child and adolescent mental health at Bright Futures Psychiatry. Christina shares her unique perspective shaped by both professional experience and personal journey as a parent navigating the mental health system.

We explore the gaps in mental health care for children, the challenges families face during crises, and what meaningful care should look like in inpatient and outpatient settings. Christina also offers actionable insights for communities, schools, and families to better support young people, while sharing a story of hope that keeps her motivated in this challenging field.

If you’re a parent, provider, educator, or anyone invested in child and adolescent mental health, this conversation provides clarity, practical guidance, and inspiration.