Suicide prevention
If you're a Veteran who is thinking of hurting yourself—or you know a Veteran who’s considering this—we can help. Our VA Palo Alto health care suicide prevention coordinators can get you the support you need. They work with our mental health providers and community organizations to assist Veterans who are managing emotional or mental health crises.
How do I talk to someone right now?
Connect with a care coordinator
Our suicide prevention coordinators can help you get ongoing support, like counseling and other services. Coordinators are available during regular business hours.
Karin Fowler PsyD
Suicide Prevention Coordinator
VA Palo Alto health care
Phone: 650-493-5000, ext. 22502
Email: karina.fowler@va.gov
Erin Dale LCSW
Suicide Prevention Coordinator
VA Palo Alto health care
Phone: 925-373-4700, ext. 35540
Email: erin.dale@va.gov
Michael Vallario PsyD
Suicide Prevention Coordinator
VA Palo Alto health care
Phone: 650-374-9459
Email: Michael.Vallario2@va.gov
Charissa Hosseini PhD
Suicide Prevention Coordinator
VA Palo Alto health care
Phone: 650-493-5000 ext. 69811
Email: charissa.hosseini@va.gov
Laura Kluss LCSW
Suicide Prevention Coordinator
VA Palo Alto health care
Phone: 916-769-2279
Email: Laura.kluss@va.gov
Care we provide at VA Palo Alto health care
- Suicide prevention care coordinators
- Partnerships with various clinics and programs
- S.A.V.E. training and other training programs by request of the site/service within VA and at a community level
- Community outreach activities
- Gun safety locks