Welcoming Dr. Blay-Tofey to Profunda Health!

Updated on

Jul 9, 2025, 6:00 AM

Growing Team

We are honored to welcome Dr. Morkeh Blay-Tofey, MD/MBA, as Clinical Director of Profunda Health! Dr. Blay-Tofey brings a rare and timely combination of clinical depth, research insight, and visionary leadership to our mission. His role strengthens our commitment to addressing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) through an evidence-based, trauma-informed, and technologically responsible approach to care.

Grounded in Science, Guided by Humanity

Prior to joining Profunda Health, Dr. Blay-Tofey served as a Clinical Fellow at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), where he was part of a rigorous program responsible for shaping national behavioral health research and innovation. His work at NIMH centered on advancing approaches to mental health using translational neuroscience and computational modeling to understand how decision-making mechanisms are affected in mental health disorders. His research focused on public health and clinical interventions, including publications on the intersection of violence and health and digital frameworks for mental health as well as developing machine learning pipelines for precision psychiatry applications within industry.

Dr. Blay-Tofey is deeply committed to expanding access to high-quality mental health care through responsible digital innovation. He has played a leading role in advancing digital interventions that enhance both accessibility and clinical outcomes. His work bridges the gap between cutting-edge research and real-world care delivery, with a focus on ensuring that emerging technologies in psychiatry are used ethically and equitably. A frequent speaker on digital psychiatry and health equity, he is particularly passionate about equipping clinicians with the tools and training needed to integrate technology into care thoughtfully.

A Vision for Health and Healing at Scale

At Profunda Health, Dr. Blay-Tofey leads the clinical vision for our precision behavioral health platform, anchoring our science-driven approach in ACEs-adapted protocols. His work ensures that Profunda’s care model integrates biologically grounded insights with clinical humility and the richness of lived experience, bringing relational and biologically valid care to the forefront of everyday clinical practice.

He has said:

“We live in an exciting time as advancing science and technology deepen our understanding of mental health disorders and treatments, empowering individuals and redefining care at scale. I am excited to play a role in this future with Profunda Health.”

Outside the clinic and lab, Dr. Blay-Tofey enjoys storytelling in all its forms, playing and watching sports, and engaging in trivia and knowledge-based games.

Care at Profunda Health

As we enter this new chapter, we’re thrilled to announce that our waitlist is now open for individuals seeking care through our innovative program, guided by the clinical leadership of Dr. Blay-Tofey.

If you’re navigating the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), childhood trauma, chronic stress - or simply seeking a more personalized, evidence-based approach to healing, we invite you to join us.

Your story matters. Let it guide your health and healing.