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Mental health care

VA Bronx health care operates a comprehensive behavioral health program. We are a regional center of excellence for Veteran-focused mental health care. Ask a care coordinator about treatment options suited to your unique needs.

Connect with a care coordinator

Batsheva Halberstam Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist

LGBTQ+ Veteran Care Coordinator

VA Bronx health care

Phone: 718-584-9000, ext. 5948

Email: Batsheva.Halberstam@va.gov

Care we provide at VA Bronx

The Behavioral Health Department offers both inpatient and outpatient services, including telehealth appointments. We provide consultation, evaluation, and treatment for a variety of issues impacting emotional well-being. Our services include:

  • Psychiatry
  • Psychology
  • Homeless Veterans services
  • Treatment for addictive disorders, including referrals for residential rehabilitation treatment programs
  • Transition and care management for returning Veterans (OIF/OEF/OND)

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 provider.

  • Learn more about VA mental health services for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), psychological effects of military sexual trauma (MST), depression, grief, anxiety, and other needs. You can use some services even if you’re not enrolled in VA health care.

  • Care and resources for homeless Veterans and Veterans at risk of becoming homeless.

  • Training, educational resources, and tools to help Veteran caregivers take care of their families.

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