Genevieve Moorhead, Social Media Manager at Sheppard Pratt, shares how one of the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health organizations is using authentic storytelling, employee ambassadors, and social media strategy to expand mental health awareness and build trust with patients and families.
Genevieve explains how Sheppard Pratt launched a social media ambassador program that empowers employees to become advocates for the organization online while maintaining authenticity and brand consistency. She also discusses how the team uses real staff, real patient stories, and human-centered content to reduce stigma around mental health and create deeper connections with the community.
The conversation also explores the evolving role of AI in healthcare marketing, balancing innovation with HIPAA compliance, and why healthcare brands must move beyond polished corporate messaging to truly connect with people on a human level.
Takeaways
Sheppard Pratt’s employee ambassador program empowers internal staff to extend the organization’s reach while maintaining authentic and brand-safe messaging.
Human-centered content featuring real employees, clinicians, and patients helps build trust and reduce stigma around mental health care.
LinkedIn was intentionally chosen as the primary ambassador platform because it aligns with professional storytelling while respecting employees’ personal social spaces.
Executive leadership support, including buy-in from the CEO, played a major role in the success and adoption of the ambassador initiative.
AI is being used to generate ideas, streamline workflows, and support content planning without replacing authentic human voices.
Patient success stories create emotional connection and help families feel more comfortable engaging with mental health services.
Social media gives healthcare organizations the ability to extend education and support far beyond their geographic markets.
Consistency between an organization’s mission and its online presence is critical for building credibility in healthcare marketing.







