Behavioral Health Resources Data Breach Class Action Investigation

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Behavioral Health Resources data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at Behavioral Health Resources, which exposed sensitive personal and medical information of an undetermined number of individuals.

What Happened?

A recent report from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights states that the Behavioral Health Resources data breach occurred due to a cyber security incident detected on November 20, 2024. The organization discovered unauthorized access to portions of their computer network, leading to an investigation supported by external cybersecurity experts. The investigation confirmed that the compromised data includes:

• Names
• Social Security numbers
• Addresses
• Biometric data
• Medical information
• Financial account information
• Health insurance information
• Full-face photographs
• Dates of birth
• Electronic signatures

Data breach letters were sent out by Behavioral Health Resources on January 17, 2025, informing affected individuals about the nature of the incident and compromised data. Additional details about the incident have been posted on the organization's website.

Steps To Take If You Were Affected By A Data Breach

1. Monitor all accounts and credit reports closely
   1. Set up alerts for suspicious activity
   2. Review all financial statements thoroughly
   3. Request free credit reports and examine them for unauthorized entries
      
      
2. Consider freezing your credit
   1. Contact all three major credit bureaus to place a freeze
   2. Understand this prevents new accounts from being opened in your name
   3. Remember to temporarily lift the freeze when applying for legitimate credit
      
      
3. Look out for phishing attempts using information from the Behavioral Health Resources data breach
   1. Be wary of unexpected emails or messages claiming to be from Behavioral Health Resources
   2. Don't click on suspicious links or download unexpected attachments
   3. Verify all communications through official channels
      
      
4. Change passwords for affected accounts
   1. Create strong, unique passwords for each account
   2. Use a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters
   3. Consider using a password manager for better security
      
      
5. Enable two-factor authentication where possible
   1. Add this extra layer of security to all important accounts
   2. Use authenticator apps rather than SMS when available
   3. Keep backup codes in a secure location

For more detailed guidance, explore our “Guide for Victims of a Data Breach” to better understand measures you can take to protect yourself after a data breach.

Behavioral Health Resources Overview

Behavioral Health Resources operates as a nonprofit healthcare organization headquartered in Olympia, Washington. The organization maintains multiple service locations across western Washington, including outpatient clinics and school-based facilities. Their operations encompass mental health and substance use treatment services delivered through various programs. With 274 employees and annual revenue of $16 million, the organization provides psychiatric care, therapy, crisis intervention, and addiction treatment services. Their service structure includes both individual and family treatment programs, with facilities strategically located to serve communities throughout their operating region.

Behavioral Health Resources Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Behavioral Health Resources data breach? Usually victims receive a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH in the mail, but the impact of a breach can be felt long before notices are sent to those affected. This can be in the form of fraudulent financial activity and other forms of identity theft.

If you believe you were affected, we encourage you to reach out to our data breach law firm for legal assistance through a no-cost consultation about your situation. We will review your eligibility to file a data breach class action lawsuit and discuss your legal rights and any compensation that may be available to you.

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