Community Mental Health Centers | dmh.mo.gov
Mental Health • Jefferson City, MO • Since 1974
About
Summary: The Missouri Department of Mental Health (DMH) is a Missouri state government agency focused on prevention, treatment, and public education related to mental illness, developmental disabilities, and addictions. It operates 19 offices nationwide (primarily in Missouri), with its headquarters in Jefferson City. Key services include crisis assistance, substance use and mental health treatment, developmentally disabled services, employment support, addiction services, and initiatives on mental health equity and inclusion. Contact: dbhmail@dmh.mo.gov; main phone +1 573 751 4122. Founded in 1974, DMH aims to support Missourians through comprehensive mental health care and related services.
Clinic Type
Mental Health
Address
724 North 22nd Street, St. Joseph, Missouri 64506
Phone
816/364-1501
Beckie.Gierer@dmh.mo.gov
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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FAQs
To Request Services:
Center (877 729-4004)
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- A-Better-Place.com (for Pathways Community Behavioral Healthcare): Generally negative feedback from user reviews for specific behavioral health providers in the area (Multiple reviews mentioned in consumer-facing databases)
Patients praise
- pleasant atmosphere
- thorough visits
- kind and caring staff at some locations
Common complaints
- difficulty obtaining medical records
- rude or condescending staff communication
- inconsistent care management
- lack of compassion in treatment settings
"Have asked since August for my child's medical records and have yet to get them... She is very rude and condescending."
— A-Better-Place.com review for Pathways Community Behavioral Healthcare"Extremely thorough and pleasant visit. Absolutely in love with the atmosphere at CHCM! Wonderful staff."
— Community Health Center of Central Missouri website testimonialSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Best Jefferson City Mental Health & Addiction Rehab Centers — Nov 17, 2025
- Behavioral Health Crisis Centers - FindHelp.org — Jun 24, 2026
- State Advisory Council - Missouri Department of Mental Health — Jun 3, 2026
- Ground Ambulance Reimbursement for BHCC Transports - Missouri Long-Term Care Information Update — Jan 16, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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