One out of every five Americans suffers from some form of mental illness.  Almost every family has a loved one who has experienced a mental health problem.  These problems can range from more common disorders such as depression, stress, and anxiety to more involved illnesses such as schizophrenia and co-occurring disorders (substance abuse & mental illness).  If left untreated, mental illness that is not addressed can tear a family apart.  But there is help...

Birmingham Group Health Services' Valley Mental Health Center (VMHC) is the Valley's primary provider of mental health services.  From case management services to nationally recognized methods of clinical treatment, from new and exciting efforts like our Co-Occurring Disorders Intensive Outpatient Program to traditional counseling and support groups, VMHC has established itself as a major innovator and provider in the treatment of mental illness throughout the Lower Naugatuck Valley and beyond.

The Valley Mental Health Center has a full complement of dedicated staff who are experts in their fields. We empower our exceptional staff to lead, and as a result, the entire community has benefited from unique, new approaches to treating mental illness and substance abuse.  With a solid commitment to creating innovative ways of providing service, a tremendous variety of clinical and social programs, and a reputation for excellence, BGHS' Valley Mental Health Center has become a recognized leader in mental healthcare.

If you or a loved one is experiencing a mental health problem, please, contact your doctor or The Valley Mental Health Center, 435 East Main Street, Ansonia, CT 06401, (203) 736-2601.  Begin the path to recovery today!