Behavioral Health

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The Behavioral Health Division at Mesa County Public Health promotes mental wellness for all ages. We strengthen community resilience by addressing the everyday factors that affect health and by supporting people with care that is personal, trustworthy, and community-based.

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call or text 988 to get help through the Colorado Mental Health Line.

Find the Right Fit

Find mental health resources for yourself or someone you care about.

Anyone can struggle. Everyone can heal.

Hear real stories of recovery from substance use disorder and learn about services in our community that can help.

Suicide Prevention

Learn about Mesa County trends, what warning signs to watch for, and how to access support.

Vaping and Tobacco Use Prevention

Learn about vaping risks and explore tools to help parents start the conversation with their kids.

Opioid Prevention and Recovery Resources

Explore opioid prevention and treatment options, and how to access naloxone across Mesa County.

Parent Resources

Services and programs for parents through Mesa County Public Health including how to obtain a birth certificate, find childcare, and stay up to date on vaccines.

Collaborating for a stronger, healthier community

Major developments are taking place in Mesa County involving behavioral health. Since the Behavioral Health Community Planning Summit in April 2025, local organizations have been collaborating to address community needs. Mesa County Public Health is proud to be involved in this effort—watch this video to see the progress being made.

Priorities for Behavioral Health Division

Lead collaboration through Behavioral Health Steering Committee

Implement summit priorities with accountability and outcomes

Strengthen crisis continuum with coordination, stabilization, and alternatives to the ER and justice system

Grow workforce capacity via training, recruitment, and retention

Track progress for behavioral health priority work

The 2025 Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) outlines priorities for behavioral health work in Mesa County.

Behavioral health is one of the critical priorities that were selected through over 400 individual contributions from in-person engagement, digital surveys, and partner planning meetings.

Visit the CHIP dashboard to explore Mesa County's health priorities and track ongoing process.

Community voices in Mesa County

Connect with us

Reach out to mcph.behavioralhealth@mesacounty.us if you have questions or want to get involved in the Behavioral Health Steering Committee.