PAX Health is a pioneering leader in behavioral health services.
PAX Health originated with our co-founders Anthony DeSena and Roy Leitstein recognizing the potential of three strong companies that, when combined, could achieve something really great. We wanted to unlock their full potential and change the way mental health care was delivered, particularly for underserved populations in Medicaid and Workers Compensation—groups often overlooked in mental health discussions.
Our vision at PAX Health is to spearhead a transformative shift in the mental healthcare and workers compensation behavioral health landscape. We aim to achieve this by providing individuals with effortless and streamlined access to high-quality behavioral health services that are integrated across the entire nation. We strive to cultivate a future in which all individuals are provided prompt access to empathetic and tailored care, eliminating the obstacles hindering the provision of mental health services.
Our commitment to a better life is at the heart of everything we do.
Our mission is to foster a provider-centric and patient-focused environment, aiming to be the premier provider of behavioral health. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate care and innovative therapies, ensuring universal access, and striving to make a meaningful impact on outcomes for our patients, their families, and the communities we serve.
We adhere to a set of core values that guide our every action:
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Equitable Access
We believe in providing empathetic and accessible care, meeting patients on their terms, and ensuring everyone has equitable, prompt and efficient access to our services.
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Patient-Centered Approach
We prioritize patient needs and preferences, fostering an environment where patients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their care journey.
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Integrated Care Excellence
WCPN serves employers and payers by offering a specialized network of workers' compensation clinicians and therapists that provide thorough assessm’ well-being.
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Timely Service
We prioritize delivering prompt and efficient care, eliminating excessive wait times, and ensuring timely access to mental health support.
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Innovation & Scalability
We value innovation and scalability in our infrastructure, continually seeking new ways to expand and improve our service and care offerings to meet the growing demands of our community.
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Professional Excellence
We uphold the highest standards of professional excellence by nurturing a team of credentialed and experienced providers, leveraging their expertise to offer high-quality care.
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Collaborative Partnerships
We believe in forging strong partnerships with hospitals, health systems, healthcare providers, treatment programs, support services, and communities, collaborating to enhance the quality and reach of mental health services.
Our team is dedicated to shaping the healthcare landscape.
PAX Health is driven by a diverse team of healthcare experts, founders, and clinicians. Our co-founders are both seasoned CEOs with a wealth of experience, and our leadership team includes five clinicians, bringing extensive experience working with payers and major hospital networks. Our team’s collective knowledge underscores our commitment to a comprehensive and well-rounded approach to shaping our healthcare initiatives.