1527 Albia Road
Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 682-8772
Fax: (641) 682-1924
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Welcome to Southern Iowa Mental Health Center
At Southern Iowa Mental Health Center we believe that recovery from mental illness is not only possible, but happens everyday!
Your journey to recovery starts here!
Southern Iowa Mental Health Center now offers, "Same Day Access" for new patients. No need to make an appointment, come in when the time is right for you. Same Day Access availability: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8:30am - 2:30 pm. Call 641-682-8772 for more information or just come in. We want to make it easy for you to get started with your mental health care.
Our staff will help you on your journey of recovery. Visiting Southern Iowa Mental Health Center is the first step in your journey. Our staff can help our patients live to their fullest potential while managing their mental illness. Mental health services are very important and the provider you chose is very important. We take our responsibility for your mental health care very seriously and we are pleased to be your partner.
Southern Iowa Mental Health Center Where Recovery Happens!
News & Announcements
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Moving Announcement
Southern Iowa Mental Health Center (SIMHC) is pleased to announce that the office has relocated all services to: 1527 Albia Road, Ottumwa effective May 1st, 2018. More
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Potential Achievers
A joint venture between Southern Iowa Mental Health Center and the Ottumwa Community School District. More
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Negative Thoughts and Feelings: The Cognitions and Mood Symptoms
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Anxiety About New Guidelines for Asperger's Disorder
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