Iowa Mental Health Resources

Finding the right support can feel overwhelming, especially when you're already struggling. This page provides a curated list of trusted, high-quality mental health resources available to adults throughout Iowa to make that process easier.

Disclaimer: If you are experiencing a medical emergency or believe you are in immediate danger, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. The resources below are intended for support and informational purposes.

Immediate & 24/7 Crisis Support

These resources offer free, confidential, and immediate support from trained counselors at any time of day.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

For anyone experiencing a mental health crisis, emotional distress, or suicidal thoughts.

  • Phone: Dial 988

  • Website: 988lifeline.org

Your Life Iowa

Free, confidential, 24/7 support for substance use, mental health, gambling, and suicidal thoughts. Connects Iowans to vital resources statewide.

  • Phone: (855) 581-8111

  • Text: (855) 895-8398

  • Website: yourlifeiowa.org (Offers live chat)

CommUnity Crisis Services

Provides a 24/7 crisis line and support services, including immediate mental health assistance and referrals.

  • Crisis Line: 1-855-325-4296

  • Website: built2change.org/community

Crisis Intervention Services (CIS)

Offers free and confidential services for those in emotional distress, including a 24/7 helpline and mental health counseling.

State & Community Organizations

These organizations provide advocacy, education, and support for individuals and families affected by mental illness.

NAMI Iowa

Provides advocacy, education, support programs, and support groups for individuals and families across Iowa.

  • Phone: (800) 450-6264

  • Website: namiiowa.org

Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (MHDS)

Oversees Iowa's regional system for mental health and disability services. A good starting point for finding regional contacts and supports.

  • Website: hhs.iowa.gov/mhds

Iowa Primary Care Association (Iowa PCA)

Supports Community Health Centers that offer integrated behavioral, medical, and dental care, often on a sliding fee scale.

  • Website: iowapca.org (Use their "Find a Clinic" tool)

Hospital & Clinical Services

Major health systems in Iowa offering a range of mental and behavioral health services, from outpatient therapy to inpatient care.

  • University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics Psychiatry Department: uihc.org/psychiatry

  • MercyOne Psychiatric Services: mercyone.org (Search for "behavioral health")

  • UnityPoint Health Mental & Behavioral Health: unitypoint.org (Search for "mental health")

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