Kate Barlup, LSW (she/her), is the Manager of Behavioral Health Recovery Programs at WellSpan Philhaven, where she oversees a range of recovery-focused services for individuals living with serious mental illness. With a background as a social worker and therapist, she is passionate about helping people build meaningful, self-directed lives in the community.  She holds an undergraduate degree in social work from Millersville University of Pennsylvania and a Master of Social Work from Temple University. Her education and lived commitment to recovery values have shaped her work leading programs like peer support, assertive community treatment, and independent living/housing services—all designed to support personal empowerment, housing stability, and long-term recovery.  At WellSpan, she works closely with staff and community partners to deliver person-centered supports that help individuals maintain housing, build life skills, and stay engaged in their recovery journeys. She also brings expertise in clinical operations and process improvement, using tools like Lean for Healthcare to improve service delivery, strengthen systems and outcomes.

Session: Collaborative Housing Solutions: A Path to Empowerment & Sustainability