Mental health care

Confidentiality

Mental health services are confidential. We will not talk to anyone outside of your treatment team 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.
 

Care we provide at VA Central Iowa Health care

1. The Mental Health Integrated Clinical Community offers inpatient , residential and outpatient services.  Telehealth appointments are available for outpatient services.  We provide evaluation and treatment for a variety of issues impacting emotional well-being. Our services include:
   •    Inpatient-Psychiatric care for the acutely mentally ill patient.
   •    Residential-Programming for Mental Health issues like PTSD, SUD, etc. 
   •    Outpatient-Individual, Couples and Group offerings. In person and Telehealth options.
   •    Additionally:
   1.   Intensive Community Mental Health Recovery
   2.    Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Recovery Center
   3.    Vocational Rehabilitation
   •    Crisis Resources
   Suicide Prevention | VA Central Iowa Health Care | Veterans Affairs
    

Specific Veteran Population Services

•  Homeless Veteran care at VA Central Iowa

Learn about VA's commitment to ending homelessness among Veterans nationwide and how to get involved. Care and resources for Veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.

• LGBTQ+ Veteran Care | VA Central Iowa Health Care | Veterans Affairs

VA Central Iowa health care employees receive training in clinical care that is responsive to the unique needs of LGBTQ+ Veterans.

• Military Sexual Trauma (MST) | Veterans Affairs (va.gov)

Learn about VA health services to help support Veterans dealing with issues related to military sexual trauma.

• Substance Use Treatment For Veterans | Veterans Affairs (va.gov) 

If you’re struggling with substance use problems, you’re not alone. Many Veterans have problems with the use of alcohol, tobacco, street drugs, and prescription medicines. We’re here to help.

Connect with Outpatient Mental Health Clinics

VA Central Iowa Health Care System

Des Moines  
(M-F 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Tue/Thur. clinic open until 7 p.m.)

Knoxville  
(M-F 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.) 

Ft. Dodge  
(M-F 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.) 

Mason City  
(M-F 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.)  

Marshalltown  
(M-F 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.) 

Carroll  
(M-F 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.) 
 

Additional resources:

• Caregiver support at VA Central Iowa

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

• Returning Service Member Care | VA Central Iowa Health Care | Veterans Affairs

VA Central Iowa health care provides health care and other benefits to the newest Veterans returning from service, even if you are still on active duty or an activated member of the National Guard or Reserve.

• Whole Health Home (va.gov)

Whole health puts you at the center of care, rather than your illnesses or conditions. We work with you to develop a personalized health plan based on your values, needs, and goals.

• Des Moines Vet Center | Veterans Affairs (va.gov)

We offer confidential counseling help for Veterans, service members, and their families at no cost in a non-medical setting. Our services include counseling for needs such as depression, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and the psychological effects of military sexual trauma (MST).