Volunteer Behavioral Health

Volunteer Behavioral Health (VBH)

A leading non-profit, CARF-accredited community behavioral health organization providing essential mental health, substance use, and recovery services across more than 50 counties in Middle Tennessee, Southeast Tennessee, and the Upper Cumberland region. With over 60 years of experience, VBH serves thousands of individuals, children, families, and communities each year through prevention, treatment, and recovery programs.

The Jasper campus offers a wide range of local services, including:

• Outpatient therapy (individual, family, and group) for adults, children, and adolescents
• Psychiatric medication management
• Care management for adults and children
• Substance use treatment and recovery services
• Peer Support Center (“The Cottage” at 112 College St.)
• School-based behavioral health support
• Crisis services and mobile crisis response
• Behavioral Health Safety Net (for eligible uninsured residents)
• Forensic services, veteran support (SSVF), supportive housing, and specialized programs like SOAR, Positive Action Prevention, and more
• Telehealth options for convenient access

Organization-Wide Highlights

• No Wrong Door / Same Day Access philosophy — services often available within 24 hours.
• 24/7 Crisis Line: 1-800-704-2651 or 988 (press 0 for local support).
• Comprehensive care for mental illness, addiction, co-occurring disorders, and crisis intervention.
• Strong emphasis on children’s services, peer recovery, and community-based programs.
• Part of a network with 21+ outpatient centers serving over 65,000 people annually.

Volunteer Behavioral Health is a trusted, compassionate resource for Marion County residents facing mental health challenges, substance use issues, or family crises. Their experienced team is dedicated to helping people achieve recovery and better well-being in a supportive, judgment-free environment.