Suicide prevention
If you're a Veteran who is thinking of hurting yourself—or you know a Veteran who’s considering this—we can help. Our VA New York Harbor health care suicide prevention coordinators can get you the support you need. They work with our behavioral health providers and community organizations to assist Veterans who are managing emotional or mental health crises.
How do I talk to someone right now?
If you're a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, connect with our caring, qualified Veterans Crisis Line responders for confidential help. Many of them are Veterans themselves. This service is private, free, and available 24/7.
To connect with a Veterans Crisis Line responder anytime day or night:
- Call 988.
- Text 838255.
- Start a confidential chat.
- If you have hearing loss, call TTY: 800-799-4889.
You can also:
- Call 911.
- Go to the nearest emergency room.
- Go directly to your nearest VA medical center. It doesn't matter what your discharge status is or if you're enrolled in VA health care.
Find your nearest VA medical center
Connect with a care coordinator
Our suicide prevention coordinators can help you get ongoing support, like counseling and other services. Coordinators are available during regular business hours.
Mia Ihm Ph.D.
Clinical Psychologist, VA Community Mental Health Point of Contact
VA New York Harbor health care
Phone:
Email: Mia.Ihm@va.gov
Kate Mostkoff LCSW
VA Community Mental Health Point of Contact, Suicide Prevention Coordinator
VA New York Harbor health care
Phone:
Email: Katherine.Mostkoff@va.gov
Joshua Levine LCSW
Suicide Prevention Coordinator, Brooklyn Campus
VA New York Harbor health care
Phone:
Email: joshua.levine2@va.gov
Stephen Homsey LCSW
Social Worker
VA New York Harbor health care
Phone:
Email: stephen.homsey@va.gov
Care we provide at VA New York Harbor health care
- Suicide prevention care coordinators
- Suicide prevention case managers
- Gun safety locks