About the Program
The mental health service at the Iowa City VA Health Care System provides consultation, evaluation, and treatment for a variety of issues that can impact emotional well-being.
We conduct research and training to ensure state-of-the-art treatment.
Services Offered
Mental health services provided at the Iowa City VA Health Care System include treatments for —
- depression, sadness, grief
- anxiety, worry, nervousness
- addictive behaviors
- relationship problems
- stress from medical problems and/or pain
- post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- emotional problems, such as managing anger
- vocational issues
- troublesome thoughts or ideas
- confused thinking
- aggressive or self-harming behaviors
- memory problems
- sexual trauma
We also have an extensive outreach program that provides services to homeless veterans.
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 consultant.
Psychology Internship Program
Information about applying for and participating in our 2011-2012 internship program is available here.
Sexual Assault Awareness
Resources for assisting you to indentify and address effects related to sexual trauma are available here.
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