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Behavioral Health Resources

Behavioral health generally refers to mental health and substance use disorders, life stressors and crises, and stress-related physical symptoms. Behavioral health care includes preventing, finding, and treating these problems.

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. have a clinically significant mental health or substance use disorder. In addition, mental health problems in children and teens are becoming more common and more serious. We want you to know that it’s ok to not be ok.

Asking for help shows strength, not weakness. It means you’re brave and taking steps to care for yourself. This page lists a variety of resources to help you find the support that’s right for you.

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24/7 Crisis Services

*For medical emergencies, call 911

988 Lifeline – Call or text 988 or chat

  • Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, their skilled, judgment-free counselors will provide compassionate support. Services are free and confidential. The 988 Lifeline is for everyone. You can even contact 988 at any time for help if a friend is struggling.
  • Learn more at 988lifeline.org
  • Veterans, active service members, and their loved ones can reach the Veterans Crisis Line (VCL) 24/7 by calling 988 and pressing 1, texting 838255, or chatting.
  • Para comunicarse con un consejero que habla español, marque 988 y luego presione 2.
  • Deaf and Hard of Hearing people have 24/7 access to 988 Videophone here.

Your Life Iowa – Call (855) 581-8111, text (855) 895-8398 or chat

  • Get help for whatever you’re facing – alcohol, drugs, gambling, suicide, mental health, vaping. Find confidential, judgment-free support any time.
  • When you reach out to Your Life Iowa, you can also be connected to a Behavioral Health System Navigator who will help you quickly find the services that can help you.
  • Sign up for the Your Life Iowa supportive text messaging program here to receive messages designed to provide you encouragement, no matter what you may be facing.
  • Learn more at yourlifeiowa.org
Do you (or someone you know) need more help than a phone call?

Call 988 or Your Life Iowa and ask for a Mobile Crisis Response team. Trained crisis counselors come to the individual in crisis, providing in person care whether at home, school or a public place. In most situations, crisis staff arrive within 60 minutes to help assess and de-escalate a crisis. Mobile response teams assist children, youth and adults 24/7.

Other 24/7 Support Services

  • DVIP & RVAP – Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Crisis Services
    • 24 hour hotline – 800-228-1625
    • Visit their website
    • Free, confidential support services to persons affected by domestic violence, sexual violence, dating violence, stalking, and human trafficking.
  • Maternal Mental Health Hotline
    • 833-852-6262 (call or text)
    • Mental health support for moms and their families before, during, and after pregnancy
    • English and Spanish speaking
  • Quitline Iowa – help quitting tobacco and nicotine
    • 1-800-QUIT-NOW
    • Text ‘START’ to 300500
    • Visit their website
    • Free coaching, medication, and a customized quit plan

Local Services in Henry County

Mental Health

  • Choices Drop-In Center – 211 W. Monroe, Mt. Pleasant
    • 319-201-1064
    • Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm
    • Mental health support; Adults only
  • Elements Family Therapy & Play Therapy
    • 319-385-1665 (Mt. Pleasant)
    • Outpatient mental health services for anyone age 5+
  • Heart Connections Therapy
    • 319-850-4646 (New London)
    • Outpatient mental health services for all ages
  • Henry County Health Center – Mt. Pleasant Clinic
    • 319-385-6770 (Mt. Pleasant)
    • Outpatient mental health services for adults age 18+
    • Medication management
  • Henry County Health Center – Senior Life Solutions
    • 319-385-6552 (Mt. Pleasant)
    • Visit their website
    • Outpatient mental health services for adults age 65+
  • Hillcrest Family Services
    • 319-385-7177 (Mt. Pleasant)
    • Visit their website
    • Outpatient mental health services for anyone age 15+
    • Medication management
    • Urgent care appointments available
  • New Life Link Counseling Services
    • 319-931-9013 (New London)
    • Outpatient mental health services for anyone age 14+
  • Optimae LifeServices
    • 319-385-8051 (Mt. Pleasant)
    • Visit their website
    • Outpatient mental health services for anyone age 6+
    • Medication management
    • Urgent care appointments available

Substance Use / Problem Gambling

  • Alcohol & Drug Dependency Services (ADDS)
    • 319-385-2216 (Mt. Pleasant)
    • Visit their website
    • Outpatient substance use disorder and problem gambling treatment services. Walk-in evaluations on Thursdays and Fridays.
  • Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous
    • St. Michael’s Episcopal Church (Mt. Pleasant)
    • 319-385-2633
    • Call for meeting information
  • Celebrate Recovery
    • 319-237-8400 ext 201 (Mt. Pleasant)
    • 12 step recovery program, weekly meetings

You can find this information in a printable guide here (pdf).

> Guía de recursos de salud mental

Printed copies are available at Henry County Public Health.

For help connecting to the service you need, call Your Life Iowa at 855-581-8111 to be connected to a System Navigator in our area. They will provide confidential support, information and education, referrals to mental health and substance use providers, and assistance in finding psychiatric beds, if needed. System Navigation services are free of charge from the Iowa Primary Care Association. 

Resources for Youth and Teens

Youth mental health needs are rising. In addition to the local services listed above, we have compiled some apps, websites, online chats, and text options that youth and teens can access for support.

Youth mental health resource guide pdfYou can find this information in a printable guide here (pdf).

Printed copies are available at Henry County Public Health.

  • Are you worried about a friend? Do you think someone is struggling emotionally? Learn more about warning signs and how to follow your instincts to get your friend the help they need here.
  • Do you know a teen that needs help quitting tobacco? My Life My Quit is 100% free, confidential, and made for teens. Text “Start My Quit” to 36072 or chat with a coach.

Starting the Conversation About Mental and/or Substance Use Disorders

Talking to a loved one about getting help can be hard, but starting the conversation is the first step to getting help.

  1. IDENTIFY AN APPROPRIATE TIME AND PLACE. Consider a private setting with limited distractions, such as at home or on a walk.
  2. EXPRESS CONCERNS AND BE DIRECT. Ask how they are feeling and describe the reasons for your concern.
  3. ACKNOWLEDGE THEIR FEELINGS AND LISTEN. Listen openly, actively, and without judgement.
  4. OFFER TO HELP. Provide reassurance that mental and/or substance use disorders are treatable. Help them locate and connect to treatment services.
  5. BE PATIENT. Recognize that helping your loved one doesn’t happen overnight. Continue reaching out with offers to listen and help.

What to Say?

“I’ve been worried about you. Can we talk? If not, who are you comfortable talking to?”

“I see you’re going through something. How can I best support you?”

“I care about you and am here to listen. Do you want to talk about what’s been going on?”

“I’ve noticed you haven’t seemed like yourself lately. How can I help?”

View a printable pdf of this “What to Say” information  |  Español

More Resources

Find more behavioral health resources in our Directory of Community Services (pdf)

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