General Info

Established in 1984, the Missouri Department of Mental Health offers educational and therapeutic treatment services for people with mental illnesses and physical disabilities. It offers psychiatric services for individual, children and families. The department also provides case management and rehabilitation programs. It offers detoxification, substance abuse prevention and medication management services. The department also provides early intervention, residential care and support services for individuals with cerebral palsy and autism-related disorders. It offers emergency assistance services for people in crisis situations. It also provides online resources that offer information related to mental and emotional wellness and substance abuse. It also organizes conferences on topics related to suicide and drug and alcohol prevention. The Missouri Department of Mental Health provides family therapy and legal assistance services for gamblers and their families.