Behavioral Health

At SIH, we believe that mental wellness is an essential part of overall health. Our Behavioral Health Services provide compassionate, evidence-based care in a supportive environment where healing and recovery are our top priority. With a team of dedicated professionals, including psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists and specialized nurses, we offer a comprehensive approach that addresses the unique circumstances of each person’s journey toward mental wellness.

We understand that seeking help for mental health concerns takes courage, which is why we've designed our services to meet you exactly where you are. From crisis intervention to ongoing therapy, medication management to specialized programs for various ages and conditions, SIH Behavioral Health provides personalized treatment plans that evolve with your needs. Our integrated approach ensures seamless coordination with your primary care provider and other medical services to support your overall well-being, helping you feel empowered to live your best life in every way.

Having a mental health condition (or working toward a diagnosis) doesn't mean there's something wrong with who you are. These conditions happen because of real differences in how your brain works. Just like how some people have heart conditions or diabetes, mental health conditions are about your body - specifically your brain.

Reducing the stigma around mental health is essential to this process. By increasing understanding and awareness, families and communities can better recognize when someone needs help and connect them with critical – and often life-saving – care. Education breaks down barriers and opens the door to support, making it easier for everyone to seek the help they deserve without fear or shame.

Why choose SIH for behavioral health care?

• Providing Behavioral Health Services at All Levels

  SIH stands alone in our region by offering a full range of mental health services, from outpatient therapy to intensive inpatient care. Inpatient care provides round-the-clock support in a secure setting for people facing a serious mental health crisis, while outpatient care allows you to receive treatment while continuing your regular daily life. This comprehensive approach ensures that you or your loved ones can receive the right level of care exactly when needed, with seamless transitions as these needs change throughout each person’s wellness journey.

• Crisis assessment and 24/7 access

  When mental health crises occur, immediate professional response can make all the difference. SIH provides round-the-clock crisis assessment services and 24/7 access to care at any SIH Emergency Department, ensuring that help is always available when you or your loved ones need it most. Our responsive crisis team is trained to quickly evaluate situations and connect patients with appropriate care options without delay.

• Skilled clinicians psychiatrists, nursing staff, social workers, counselors

  Our multidisciplinary team of mental health experts brings together diverse specialties to address the full spectrum of mental health needs. SIH's board-certified psychiatrists work alongside experienced psychiatric nurses, licensed clinical social workers and specialized counselors to deliver evidence-based treatments tailored to each patient's unique circumstances and goals.

Inpatient Behavioral Health Services

Located at the SIH Mulberry Center, our inpatient mental health services provide intensive, 24-hour care for people experiencing severe mental health crises requiring immediate intervention and stabilization. The program treats acute conditions, including major depression with suicidal thoughts, severe anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder with mania, acute psychosis, schizophrenia and other serious mental health emergencies that cannot be safely managed in an outpatient setting. Our specialized team provides rapid assessment, crisis stabilization, medication management and therapeutic interventions designed to address immediate safety concerns while developing a plan for continued recovery.

Our inpatient behavioral health services offer round-the-clock care for people going through a serious mental health crisis that requires immediate attention. This level of care is for people who may be at risk of harming themselves or others, or who are unable to safely care for themselves due to conditions such as severe depression, intense anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychosis, schizophrenia or other acute mental health issues. In these moments, safety and stability come first. Our team provides fast evaluations, crisis support, medication management and therapeutic care to help people feel more grounded and begin the path to recovery. From the start, we work on a plan for what comes next so each person can continue healing with the support they need.

The SIH Mulberry Center offers a secure, therapeutic environment where patients receive compassionate, personalized care during their most vulnerable moments. Our facility features comfortable private and semi-private rooms, communal spaces for therapeutic activities and a calming atmosphere designed to promote healing and recovery. At SIH Mulberry Center, our multidisciplinary team – including psychiatrists, primary care physicians, advanced nurse practitioners, physician assistants, psychiatric nurses, social workers, activity therapists, physical therapists, dietitians and trained mental health technicians – works together to provide care that addresses both the immediate crisis and the deeper issues behind it. The goal is to stabilize each person and support a safe transition to outpatient care for continued support and long-term recovery.

SIH Mulberry Center Expansion

Building a Foundation for Healing Close to Home

The SIH Mulberry Center expansion represents a transformative investment in mental health care for southern Illinois, addressing a critical gap that currently forces patients to travel hundreds of miles for psychiatric treatment. As the region's only non-state-operated, nonprofit inpatient mental health facility, the center's 9,900-square-foot addition will increase capacity by forty percent. This expansion will also provide a specialized unit for patients who need both medical and psychiatric treatment at the same time.

This $50 million project will create a modern healing environment with private rooms and better therapeutic spaces while keeping families together during treatment. With groundbreaking set for June 24, 2025, the SIH Mulberry Center will ensure that when you or someone you care about needs mental health care, quality treatment will be available right here in southern Illinois.

Outpatient Behavioral Health Services

Our outpatient mental health services provide specialized care for a wide range of mental health conditions while allowing you to maintain your daily routines and responsibilities. SIH's experienced clinicians treat conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). We also offer specialized treatment for substance use disorders, grief and loss, relationship challenges and life transitions that impact mental well-being.

At SIH, we understand that each person's experience with mental health is unique, which is why we offer personalized outpatient treatment plans that may include individual therapy, counseling, medication management or a combination of approaches. Our evidence-based treatments are designed to help you develop coping skills, address underlying causes and build resilience for long-term wellness. Whether you're facing a new diagnosis or managing an ongoing condition, our compassionate team is here to support you at every step of your journey.

Behavioral Health for Seniors

SIH Center for Senior Renewal offers specialized outpatient mental health services designed specifically for adults age 65 and older. Our compassionate team understands the unique challenges that can affect mental health during the senior years, including grief, isolation, developing or worsening medical conditions, cognitive changes and life transitions. Our thorough approach combines individual counseling, group therapy, medication management and family support, which helps seniors address depression, anxiety and other mental health concerns while maintaining their independence and quality of life. SIH Center for Senior Renewal provides a supportive community where older adults can find understanding, develop new coping skills and rediscover joy and purpose in their daily lives. This program is a service that is eligible for Medicare and, in some case, may be available to patients under the age of 65.