Rachel Truelsch

Rachel Truelsch is a Research Associate at the Center for Evidence-Based Practices - Begun Center for Violence Prevention Research and Education, part of the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University. Her work focuses on enhancing behavioral healthcare systems through fidelity assessment and implementation science.

Education:

• Master of Science in Social Administration (MSSA), Case Western Reserve University
• Bachelor of Arts in Technical Journalism, Colorado State University

Research Focus: She specializes in evidence-based practices, violence prevention, and healthcare accessibility. Her research translates theoretical frameworks into practical solutions for improving community behavioral health systems, emphasizing quality improvement, multidisciplinary collaboration, and scalable service models.

Professional Contributions: She directed the implementation of a SAMHSA CCBHC grant, establishing integrated care models across clinical teams. Her career includes designing quality improvement protocols, optimizing referral networks, and ensuring regulatory compliance with organizations like CARF.

Lab Affiliation: She conducts research through the Center for Evidence-Based Practices - Begun Center for Violence Prevention Research and Education, which develops and evaluates interventions for behavioral health challenges.