The Huntsman Mental Health Institute at University of Utah Health has released its Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Report, titled A Blueprint for Hope. The report details expanded access to care, record demand for crisis services, and growth in research and workforce training throughout Utah and the Mountain West.
During fiscal year 2025, the institute served 62,533 unique patients across its integrated continuum of care. This reach included 28 of Utah’s 29 counties and 46 states nationwide. On average, the institute supported 519 patients daily and managed more than 80,000 calls to the contact center to assist patients in accessing care.
W. Brett Graham, CEO of Huntsman Mental Health Institute, stated that the year's report reflects the strength of an integrated approach that brings care, crisis services, research, and education together to meet people where they are. He noted that as demand for mental health services rises, teams remain focused on improving outcomes and building a supportive system for individuals, families, and communities.
The report covers the period from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. It addresses a national context of rising demand for mental health and substance use services alongside persistent gaps in funding and reimbursement. The institute's model emphasizes providing care regardless of geographic location, income, or insurance status, which helps reduce the need for rural Utah families to travel long distances for specialized care.
In terms of research and workforce development, the institute reported having over 100 mental health professionals in training and $14 million in active research grants. These resources are advancing new approaches to substance use and mental health treatment, including initiatives in AI and studies regarding suicide prevention.
The institute's services include inpatient, outpatient, and crisis programs, such as statewide and school-based behavioral health support. These programs are designed to provide rapid responses to mental health emergencies and strengthen partnerships with first responders, families, and schools.
The institute continues to focus on serving patients with high-acuity and complex needs, ensuring that the severity of an illness does not prevent access to care.
