VA Black Hills Healthcare System

The VA provides mental health services to Veterans and transitioning service members through VA medical centers and Vet Centers nationwide. Services include treatment for PTSD, depression, military sexual trauma (MST), anxiety, suicide prevention, substance use problems, and readjustment to civilian life. The VA offers peer support with other Veterans, counseling, therapy, medication, or combinations of these options. Services are available to Veterans regardless of discharge status or enrollment in VA health care. The VA served over 1.7 million Veterans with mental health services. Access is available through in-person visits to VA medical centers or Vet Centers, telemental health programs via computer or mobile device, online self-help portals, smartphone apps, and the BeThere peer assistance program. A 24/7 Veterans Crisis Line is available by calling 988 and selecting 1, texting 838255, or starting a confidential chat online.