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Why Integrated Behavioral Health Matters for Whole-Person Care

May 28, 2026
Why Integrated Behavioral Health Matters for Whole-Person Care

Mental health and physical health are deeply connected—but too often, care for each exists in separate systems. In this conversation, we connect with Kristin MacGregor, National Clinical Director for Integrated Behavioral Health at LifeStance, to explore how changing that dynamic can create a better experience for patients and providers alike.

We unpack what integrated behavioral health (IBH) and the collaborative care model really mean—and why more healthcare systems are embracing this connected approach to care. Kristin shares how behavioral health providers, primary care clinicians, and psychiatric consultants work as one coordinated team, making it easier for patients to access support for concerns like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and everyday life stressors—often within the medical settings they already know and trust.

Kristin MacGregor, PhD, LP

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Kristin MacGregor, PhD, LP

Dr. Kristin MacGregor is a licensed clinical health psychologist and serves as the National Clinical Director for Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH). In this role, she leads efforts to advance whole-person care by partnering with health systems to build out their IBH programs with the goal of improving access to high quality behavioral healthcare. Dr. MacGregor earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Syracuse University and completed both her predoctoral internship and postdoctoral residency within the VA healthcare system, experiences that shaped her dedication to integrated, team-based models of care. Clinically, Dr. MacGregor specializes in reproductive psychology, with a particular passion for supporting individuals and couples navigating infertility. In addition, she has expertise in the behavioral and emotional aspects of living with diabetes. She is committed to reducing stigma and expanding access to behavioral health care that addresses the full spectrum of a patient’s needs. Her therapeutic approach draws on evidence-based interventions—including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing—tailored to support resilience and well-being. Known for bringing both warmth and humor into her sessions, Dr. MacGregor creates a compassionate and collaborative space where patients feel understood, supported, and empowered. While she is not accepting new patients at this time, she remains dedicated to advancing integrated care through her clinical leadership and program development.
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