Avera Behavioral Health Hospital

Avera Behavioral Health Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD, is a premier 24-hour behavioral health facility offering comprehensive psychiatric and addiction treatment for individuals of all ages. Conveniently located next to the Avera Heart Hospital, this state-of-the-art center includes the Helmsley Behavioral Health Center and serves as a regional hub for mental health and substance use care within a 200-mile radius. Services include psychiatric urgent care, inpatient treatment, partial hospitalization, outpatient therapy, and specialized residential addiction care for youth. The facility features designated therapeutic environments for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, ensuring age-appropriate and compassionate care for every patient.

With a focus on individualized, evidence-based care, Avera's treatment model incorporates a variety of proven approaches, including individual therapy, family support meetings, medication management, and case management. Complementary therapies such as art therapy, music therapy, and recreational therapy foster healing, emotional expression, and social connection. For children and teens, the hospital also integrates education into treatment to promote academic and behavioral progress. Whether for crisis intervention or ongoing mental health support, Avera Behavioral Health Hospital offers a safe, welcoming space dedicated to empowering individuals and families on their journey to wellness.