Heather Brown

Heather Brown is an experienced professional in project and program management, specializing in substance abuse prevention and suicide intervention. Currently serving as the Senior Manager of Project and Program Management at Mercy Care since February 2014, Heather leads a team to support community-based coalitions and conducts training using the Strategic Prevention Framework Model. As an Independent Contractor since 2011, Heather provides training and consulting in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training and develops community safety strategies. Heather's extensive background includes leadership roles such as Vice President of the Arizona Suicide Prevention Coalition, where facilitation of statewide suicide prevention initiatives took place. Additionally, Heather has held various roles in prevention coordination and program development for organizations including Magellan Health Services and the Arizona Department of Health Services. A graduate of UCLA with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Heather combines educational background with extensive practical experience in behavioral health.