Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center

The VA (Department of Veterans Affairs) provides mental health services to Veterans and transitioning service members. Services are available for conditions including PTSD, depression, anxiety, military sexual trauma, suicide prevention, and substance use problems. Over 1.7 million Veterans received mental health services at VA in the past year. Services range from peer support with other Veterans to counseling, therapy, medication, or combinations thereof. The VA offers multiple access points including VA medical centers, Vet Centers, and telehealth options. Many services are available regardless of discharge status or VA health care enrollment. The Veterans Crisis Line provides 24/7 confidential crisis support accessible by calling 988 and selecting 1, online chat, or texting 838255.