Improving digital mental health services for all.
1 in 5 Americans will have a diagnosable mental health condition this year.
84% of those with a diagnosable mental illness receive no or inadequate treatment.
169 million Americans live in Federally Designated Mental Health Shortage Areas.
Who We Are
Northwestern University's Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies (CBITs) investigates effective digital mental health services. Our work focuses on implementing these solutions equitably and sustainably in healthcare systems and communities while training the next generation of digital health investigators.
Our Work
Our Research
Our faculty study behavioral intervention technologies and technology-enabled services. Learn about our ALACRITY Center, our ongoing projects and more.
Education & Events
Learn about our training efforts, including webinars, reading courses and our T32 postdoctoral fellowship in digital mental health.
Active Studies
If you or someone you know experiences depression, anxiety or binge eating, you may be eligible to participate in one of our paid research studies.
Faculty Spotlight
Kaylee Kruzan, PhD
Kaylee Kruzan, PhD, is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Preventive Medicine and core faculty at CBITs. She is passionate about designing theory-driven digital treatments for adolescents and young adults with self-injurious thoughts and behaviors. Dr. Kruzan's research aims to increase accessibility to scalable digital mental health interventions for those traditionally underrepresented and without formal treatment. Her work leverages collaborations with young adults to better design and tailor interventions and resources to focus on adolescents’ specific mental health needs.
"What I love most about my work is learning about people’s life experiences, how they navigate challenges, and what matters most to them. The human-centered approach that I take in research is shaped as much by my background in human-computer interaction as it is my training as a social worker - I get to listen, learn, and collaborate with participants to explore how technology can support more meaningful, fulfilling lives."
