Live in the West Region? There is a referral approval waiver in place through June 30, 2025. Learn More About the Referral Approval Waiver

Health Services

Mental (Behavioral) Health

Everyone reacts to stress and traumatic experiences differently. While some have reactions that can be seen as normal responses to life events, others may experience signs or symptoms of more serious conditions.

Mental health and substance misuse conditions can affect anyone; you are not alone. The Military Health System has many resources available to help those who need it. If you or someone you know needs support now, call or text 988 or chat at 988Lifeline.org. 988 connects you with a trained crisis counselor who can help.

Desmond T. Doss Health Clinic Mental Health Services:

Family Advocacy Program (FAP)
Child and Family Behavioral Health System (CAFBHS)
Multi-Disciplinary Behavioral Health (MULTI-D)
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
Embedded Behavioral Health

What TRICARE Covers

TRICARE covers medically and psychologically necessary mental health and substance use care.  This includes both inpatient and outpatient care. 
Getting Mental Health Care
See a Complete List of Covered Services

Quick Links

 

Contact Us

Appointment Line

888-683-2778

Nurse Advice Line

1-800-TRICARE, option #1

Mental Health Resources

Veterans Crisis Line

CONUS:
NORTHCOM
988, Press 1
Text 838255
 
OCONUS:
INDO-PACIFIC
+1-844-702-5493 or DSN 988
EUCOM
+1-844-702-5495 or DSN 988
CENTCOM
+1-855-422-7719 or DSN 988
AFRICOM
+1-888-482-6054 or DSN 988
SOUTHCOM
+1-866-989-9599 or DSN 988

Open to all service members and veterans, even if not enrolled in VA benefits or health care. Long distance or overseas charges may apply. Learn More

Military OneSource

Call 800-342-9647

InTransition Program

Call 800-424-7877

Email
Live Chat

Psychological Health Resource Center | 24/7

Call 866-966-1020

Related Links

TRICARE | Mental Health Care
Health.mil | Mental Health is Health Care
Psychological Health Center of Excellence
National Center for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
National Institute of Mental Health
National Sexual Violence Resource Center
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