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The Region's Leader in Behavioral Health Care

Avera McKennan is proud to be the region’s leader in behavioral health care. Our Avera Behavioral Health Center is a 110 bed facility providing care for children, adolescents, adults and seniors.

View an introductory movie to learn more about the Avera Behavioral Health Center.

Interactive Tour

tour the avera behavioral health centerThe Avera Behavioral Health Center allows us to offer unparalleled service in a beautiful, peaceful environment, provided by the largest team of behavioral health experts in the region - all in one state-of-the-art facility.
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Art In Healing

Art In HealingAvera Behavioral Health Center provides excellent care through passionate staff, state-of-the-art facilities, and the latest treatment methods. Our dedication to guiding the future of behavioral health care has led to innovative treatment methods including the use of art for healing purposes.
Learn more about visiting artists, upcoming events and more »

NAMI Walk

The 7th annual NAMI WALK was May 15th at Sertoma Park in Sioux Falls. The day was perfect for a walk and Avera Behavioral Health team had a strong attendance for the event.

Thank you for all who participated and showing their support for NAMI Walks....Changing One Step at a Time.

Professional Conference

ABHC to Host Professional Conference for Physicians, Nurses, Technicians, Counselors, Social Workers, other medical professionals

Please Join us for the BHS Update: Management of Chronic Pain and Addictions.

This year's conference has been specifically designed to elaborate on the experience of physical and mental pain.

For more information call (605) 322-8950

The Medical Professionals Recovery Program at TLC Tallgrass

In collaboration, Avera Behavioral Health Services and Transitional Living Corporation (TLC), offers The Medical Professionals Recovery Program at TLC Tallgrass.

Find workplace solutions with Avera EAP

The Avera Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides outstanding, comprehensive and confidential services to companies, organizations, employees and their families. Learn more www.AveraEAP.org.

Help is just a phone call away. Call our free 24 hour assessment line
today at 1-800-691-4336 to speak with a confidential assessment counselor.

Mental Health
Awareness


Learn more about the thoughts associated with six common mental health disorders with the Mental Health Awareness Tool.

Meditation Room

Many people use meditation to help reduce stress and tension, but studies suggest meditation may help ease symptoms of physical and mental conditions. Got a moment to recharge?

In-depth articles

Learn more about Avera Behavioral Health Center by reading the articles below.

Behavioral Health - A Regional Leader

Advancing the Science of Behavioral Health