West Alabama Mental Health Center
Behavioral Health • Demopolis, AL • Since 1965
About
Summary: - The Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) is a state government agency established in 1965 that provides mental health, substance use disorder services, and support across Alabama. - It operates a statewide network of community mental health services and three state facilities (Bryce Hospital, Mary Starke Harper Geriatric Psychiatry Center, Taylor Hardin Secure Medical Facility). - Central office is in Montgomery; ADMH runs 9 offices across Alabama and supports Deaf Services. - Contact basics: main phone numbers 800-367-0955 and 334-242-3454; emails alabama.dmh@mh.alabama.gov and publicinformation.dmh@mh.alabama.gov. - Notable facts: workforce around 1,300 with most staff in the field; budget/operations span multiple offices and bureaus; historically moved toward community-based treatment (closer to 2012–2013 plans). - If you’re looking for West Alabama mental health resources or centers in Demopolis, ADMH’s network includes multiple offices in Tuscaloosa (near Demopolis) and other locations in the western region. Specific Demopolis facilities are not listed among the highlighted locations; consider contacting ADMH’s central office or visiting mh.alabama.gov for local referrals and the closest ADMH-affiliated provider.
Clinic Type
Behavioral Health
Address
1215 South Walnut Avenue, Demopolis, AL 36732
Phone
800-499-1816
amanda.somdal@mh.alabama.gov
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Recovered.org: 4.03/5 (205)
- Rehab.com: 1.8/10
- Indeed.com: 2.0-3.1/5 (6-8 reviews)
Patients praise
- Compassionate and knowledgeable staff
- Commitment to high-quality and affordable care
- Positive impact on client well-being
Common complaints
- Low employee compensation
- Concerns regarding work culture and career development for staff
"Clients have praised the center's compassionate and knowledgeable staff, as well as its commitment to providing high-quality, affordable mental health care."
— center.healthinquire.com"Very low pay... The benefits are great."
— Indeed.com employee reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Enhancing the patient experience | University Medical Center — Dec 1, 2025
- Grassroots group raises awareness for west Alabama youth — Aug 18, 2025
- Whitfield Regional Hospital hosts summer job shadowing program - WAKA 8 — May 8, 2026
- Governor Ivey Breaks Ground on New Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences - — Oct 14, 2025
- Ground broken for new Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences in Demopolis - WAKA 8 — Oct 14, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
More behavioral health clinics in Demopolis
West Alabama Mental Health Center (West Alabama Mental Health Board, Inc.) is a small mental health service provider based in Demopolis, Alabama. Key facts: - Location: Headquarters in Demopolis, AL, with two offices in the United States (Demopolis area). - Contact: Phone 334-289-2410; website wamhc.org. - Organization: Active nonprofit-like health center focused on mental health, psychology, and wellness. - Workforce: 7 employees (up 13.3% year over year); leadership includes Lakeshia Harris as Substance Abuse Program Director and Clinical Director. - Services/Tech: Uses Netsmart platforms (netsmart, netsmart myAvatar) and Wix for their web presence. - Notable: Mentioned in 2024 news regarding a rural crisis center project ($10M) that would create jobs in the region. If you’re seeking the homepage content, the “Home” page would likely cover an overview of mental health services offered, contact information, and possibly patient resources.
Whitfield Regional Hospital (Demopolis, AL) offers behavioral health services as part of its broader healthcare delivery system. The hospital is a privately held facility within the Tombigbee Healthcare Authority and affiliated with UAB Health System. Key points relevant to behavioral health: - Services: The hospital provides a range of healthcare services with dedicated leadership for Behavioral Health (Lisa King, Director of Behavioral Health). - Organization: 27 employees (as of the latest data), with a focus on personalized care plans and cost-effective care. - Background: Founded in 1953; evolved from Bryan W. Whitfield Memorial Hospital to a regional health system partner with tele-ICU participation through UAB. - Location: Demopolis, Alabama. - Accessibility: Homepage and contact channels listed; general contact for inquiries is available via provided phone numbers. If you’re specifically seeking behavioral health programs, I’d recommend contacting the hospital directly at the Behavioral Health department or the main line to confirm current services, treatment programs, inpatient/outpatient options, and referrals.
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