TV Interviews

Good Day Street Talk: Back to school
Fox 5 NY's Antwan Lewis chats with Dr. Tara about all things back to school. From AI in the classroom to the impacts of social media on children.

ONNJ: Discussing Tough News Subjects
Host Laura Jones joined by Dr. Tara Chalakani of Preferred Behavioral Health Group to talk about the role parents play in discussing tough news subjects with children and young adults.

Scripps News Live: The Heightened Risk of PostPartum Depression
Dr. Tara chats with Scripps News Live on the heightened risk of postpartum depression that can last for years after childbirth.
Podcast Interviews
Your Crisis Coach Podcast: The Journey of Dr. Tara: Authenticity in Mental Health Care
In this episode of 'Your Crisis Coach', Scott H. Silverman and Fred Carroll welcome Dr. Tara, a psychologist and CEO of a large mental health organization. They discuss various themes including the importance of mental health, the challenges of leadership in the field, and the evolving perceptions of therapy, especially among men.
Listen Now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zW9_wUa4vwE
The Think Factory Podcast, Dr. Tara Chalakani
Join Dr. Tara Chalakani, CEO of Preferred Behavioral Health Group, as she shares her journey from a humble beginning to leading one of New Jersey's largest behavioral health organizations. With over 30 years in the field, she offers insights into her organization’s trauma-informed care philosophy and the evolving challenges in mental health care post-COVID. Dr. Chalakani also reflects on the unique qualities she brings to leadership and the advice she has for young women professionals navigating their careers.
Listen Now: https://rss.com/podcasts/thethinkfactory/1581398/
Jungle Jim’s Podcast: Hispanic Treat Time with Enrique and Dr. Tara
Enrique grill’s Dr. Tara from the Well Off Podcast on what she's doing over at iHeartMedia.
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Listen Now: https://junglejims.libsyn.com/hispanic-treat-time-with-enrique-and-dr-tara
Conversations with Calvin We The Species: 51% of use Experience Mental Health Crisis
A timely, introspective interview with the CEO of Preferred Behavioral Health, Dr. Tara Chalakani discussing the mental health crisis.
Listen Now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=Dpn1yOTmLpU
ConvHERsation: You Can’t Pour From An Empty Cup
In this episode of ConvHERsation, Dr. Tara chats about her experience in healthcare.
Listen Now: https://convhersation.buzzsprout.com/1799061/11987851
Driven Women Unfiltered Podcast: Taking Risks, Being Bolder, and the Magic Pill with Dr. Tara Chalakani
Driven Women Unfiltered Podcast: Taking Risks, Being Bolder, and the Magic Pill with Dr. Tara Chalakani
Listen Now: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/driven-women-unfiltered-podcast/id1699635506?i=1000635038692
Leading in a Lonely World: Meet Dr. Tara Chalakani - A Creataive Empathetic Leader Whose Heart is Bigger Than Her Ego
In this episode we meet Dr. Tara Chalakani, who holds a doctorate in Behavioral Health Leadership. As a practicing counselor and Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Preferred Behavioral Health Group, she has extensive knowledge of the behavioral health issues we face today.
Listen Now: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leading-in-a-lonely-world/id1551351706?i=1000554125064
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