Missouri Department of Mental Health launches LifeLaunch guide to strengthen youth and family engagement (LISTEN)

by | Aug 14, 2026

Meaningful engagement with young people and families takes more than simply giving them a seat at the table.

JJ Gossrau, the director of Missouri’s Early Psychosis Care Center and Young Adult Services at Missouri’s Department of Mental Health, says organizations need to truly listen to their experiences, value their time, and create ongoing partnerships that turn their input into meaningful change.

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