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Youth Mental Health

Our primary focus is offering the best mental health care for those most in need. Our masters level, licensed therapists are here to help no matter your faith, background or income level. No one needing care will be turned away.

Consistently cited by government, insurance, and other accrediting institutions as exhibiting and adhering to best practices in the mental health industry.

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Our youth therapy services are for any child who is struggling. Our masters level, licensed therapists are here to help no matter your one’s faith, background or income level.

 

No child needing care will be turned away regardless of a family's ability to pay. There is a discounted/sliding fee schedule available based on family size and income.

Consistently cited by government, insurance, and other accrediting institutions as exhibiting and adhering to best practices in the mental health industry.

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We are

Here for Kids:

It is hard to watch a child go through a difficult time. Whether it is school, friends, family or a reason unknown, sometimes outside help is needed to sort it out and find solutions.


Early intervention is key to improving mental wellness at home and in schools.

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Pathways to Hope and Healing

Caring people have removed the initial financial barrier so we can provide a free, mental health assessment for any school-age child who is struggling or at-risk. This program is available to all schools and school-age children in our service area.


You can open a lifetime of potential for a child.  Anyone in a child's life can make the referral for a free, Pathways session. 

  • Safe, private locations

  • In-person or telehealth services available

  • Day and evening appointments

  • Spanish speaking services, Sioux City

  • Psychiatry services available

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School-Based Therapy

Our licensed therapists travel to private and public schools throughout our service area to provide therapy to students on-site. Some schools have a regular, weekly therapist schedule while others are visited on an as-requested basis. 


Outcomes include:

  • Mentally healthier kid

  • Improved behaviors in classrooms

  • Teachers able to focus on teaching

  • Safer school environments 

  • Fewer arguments at home

Serve all ages, faiths and backgrounds
Psychiatric services available with Dr. Nesrin Abu Ata, M.D.
Mental health assessments are offered at no cost for school-age children

Youth Therapy Services For:

  • Autism

  • Grief & Loss

  • Substance Use Disorders

  • Sexual Abuse

  • Anger Management

  • Physical Abuse

  • Struggles with Social Media/Video Games

  • Relationship Issues

  • Family Issues

  • PTSD

  • Depression

  • Anxiety

  • Trauma

  • ADHD

Family Together

Our Locations

Main Office -
Sioux City

1601 Military Road,

Sioux City, IA 51103

(712) 252-4547

info@cathchar.com

Hours:

M, W, Th 8:00am-7:00pm,
T  8:00am-8:00pm,
F 8:30am -5:00pm

Carroll/Storm Lake
 

409 1/2 W 7th St,

PO Box 13
Carroll, IA 51401
(712) 792-9597

Carroll Hours:

M,W, F 8:30am-5pm,

T 10am-7pm


Storm Lake Hours:

Th 9am-4pm

Spencer
 

607 1st Ave. West,

PO Box 1124
Spencer, IA 51301
(712) 580-4320

Hours:

M,W,Th 8:30am-5:00pm
T 8:30am-7:00pm,

F 8:00am-1:00pm

Fort Dodge
 

1414 Central Ave
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
(515) 576-4156

Hours:

M 8:30a-5p;

T 8:30am-7:00pm

W 8:30am-6pm;

Th 8:30am-5pm;

F 8:30am-2pm

Contact Us

Main Office • Sioux City
(712) 252-4547 • info@cathchar.com

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Catholic Charities empowers and strengthens all individuals and families, through charity, advocacy and mental health services that are inspired by Christ’s love and compassion.

Our Mission

Our Vision

Serve and help create communities where all people are safe, experience love and feel hope.

 

2023 Iowa Mental Health Chapter 24 State Licensure Review overall score: 99.6%.

Community Involvement

Catholic Charities is a proud member of United Way.

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HELP IS AVAILABLE DAY OR NIGHT

24/7 Emergency Contact Numbers

  • National Suicide & Crisis Line: Call or Text 988

  • Your Life Iowa: Call 855-581-8111 for information, resources, crisis support and referrals

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