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Mental Health Care

VA Dayton 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

Barry Wideman

VA Community Mental Health Point of Contact

VA Dayton health care

Phone: 937-268-6511, ext. 2820

Email: Barry.Wideman@va.gov

Care We Provide At VA Dayton Health Care

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 residential rehabilitation treatment programs
  • Transition and care management for returning Veterans (OIF/OEF/OND)
  • Vocational Rehabilitation

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.

  • VA mental health services

    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.

  • Homeless Veteran care at VA Dayton

    Care and resources for Veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

  • Caregiver support at VA Dayton

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

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