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Mental health care

VA Altoona health care operates a comprehensive behavioral health program. We are a regional center of excellence for Veteran-focused mental health care.

If you have questions reguarding your Mental Healthcare please call 
814-943-8164 or  814-943-8164 x17305 

Care we provide at VA Altoona

The Behavioral Health Department offers both inpatient and outpatient services, including telehealth appointments. We provide consultation, evaluation, and treatment for a variety of issues impacting emotional well-being. Our services include:

  • Psychiatry
  • Psychology
  • Services for Veterans who are homeless
  • Treatment for addictive disorders, including residential rehabilitation treatment programs
  • Transition and care management for returning Veterans (OIF/OEF/OND)

Confidentiality

Mental health services are confidential. We will not talk to anyone about information you share unless you give written consent. Under federal law, a few exceptions to this rule exist. If you have questions, please ask your mental health provider.

  • Learn more about VA mental health services for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), psychological effects of military sexual trauma (MST), depression, grief, anxiety, and other needs. You can use some services even if you’re not enrolled in VA health care.

  • Care and resources for Veterans who are homeless and Veterans at risk of homelessness.

  • Training, educational resources, and tools to help Veteran caregivers take care of their families.

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