A Podcast on the Future of Global Mental Health

Bridging the gaps in mental health—by sharing stories of funding, skills, and solutions that scale.

Mental health care is one of the most overlooked areas of global health. In low-and middle-income countries, the majority of people still lack access to basic mental health services. Health systems are stretched thin -underfunded, understaffed, and often ill-equipped to meet growing needs.

Mind the Gap is a podcast about closing the two biggest barriers in global mental health: the funding gap and the skills gap. Hosted by Chris Underhill MBE and Christie Civetta, the show explores what it really takes to scale effective mental health solutions – and what’s getting in the way.

Each episode features honest conversations with funders, implementers, policymakers, and people with lived experience. Together, we unpack real-world challenges and highlight what’s working: from non-specialist provider models to digital tools and new approaches to investment.