Brandon Thelen discusses his care plan with Bethany Levy, MPAS, PA-C, and Longfellow Marquez, LIMHP, LMHP, LADC.
a leader in his MAT group.” After settling into his new apartment, Thelen connected with several neighbors in his complex. He began to spend his time helping two of his new friends, a disabled veteran and an elderly woman, with grocery shopping, going to medical appointments and other daily tasks. “I realized that if I never took the time to get to know the people around me that my life wouldn’t be very satisfying,” said Thelen. “I really enjoy helping people, so I made the decision that I was going to grow friendships with the people around me and do what I can to positively impact their lives.” In 2021, Thelen had to renew his social security benefits. He was still seeing Levy monthly, but he began experiencing anxiety because he was unsure if his benefits would be renewed. Levy mentioned to Thelen that OneWorld was participating in the University of Washington’s CHAMP study (Collaborating to Heal Opioid Addiction with Mental Health in Primary Care). Patients who completed the study participated in a collaborative care model that combined behavioral
health therapy with regular primary care. After confirming Thelen qualified for the study, he reintegrated behavioral health treatment into his care plan. From August 2021 to April 2022, Thelen met one-on-one with Longfellow Marquez. “Brandon has remained committed to his treatment and his recovery ever since coming to
Brandon Thelen meets with Longfellow Marquez for a behavioral health appointment.
18 ANNUAL REPORT 2022
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