Cherokee Nation Behavioral Health Services
Behavioral Health • Tahlequah, OK
Clinic Type
Behavioral Health
Address
17675 South Muskogee Ave Tahlequah, OK 74464
Phone
539-234-3500 (Behavioral Health) / 539-234-3502 (Adult Behavioral Health Services) / 539-234-3503 (HERO Project) / 539-234-3506 (Psychiatry) / 539-234-3578 (Recovery and Support Services) / 918-453-5000 ext. 7184 (Prevention) / 918-453-5000 ext. 4984 (Research & Evaluation)
health@cherokee.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Emergency Care
Hospitalization for crisis intervention available on a case by case basis for clients residing in Cherokee Nation Tribal Jurisdictional Area.
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FAQs
What services are offered under Behavioral Health?
Behavioral Health (539-234-3500) offers a variety of services and programs, including mental health and substance misuse services, community prevention, research, and evaluation. Outpatient services include individual and group therapy, grief and trauma counseling, substance abuse counseling, relapse prevention, parenting skills, psychiatry, psychological testing, and crisis intervention.
Who can access Adult Behavioral Health Services?
All Health Centers provide Adult Behavioral Health Services. Availability varies by location.
What are the contact numbers for Behavioral Health?
Behavioral Health (539-234-3500) and Adult Behavioral Health Services (539-234-3502). For Prevention Services call 918-453-5000 ext. 7184. For Research & Evaluation call 918-453-5000 ext. 4984. Main Behavioral Health line: 539-234-3500.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Rehab.com: 4.5/5 stars (based on 2 reviews) (2 reviews)
- Birdeye: 3.8/5 stars (for the broader Cherokee Nation Outpatient Health Center) (96 reviews)
Patients praise
- Friendly, compassionate, and skilled staff
- Clean and well-organized facilities
- Culturally sensitive and holistic approach to care
- Helpful for patients seeking recovery and guidance
Common complaints
- Appointment scheduling issues and long wait times for rescheduled visits
- Concerns regarding administration management
"The level of concern, courtesy and skill the employees possess is outstanding... Regardless, of your issue whether it be one in need of medical treatment, or counseling this is a great place to find help from real people for real problems."
— MyHospitalNow.com (Patient Testimonial)"I will note that I was disappointed when checking in registration that my physician had called out that day and my appointment would be scheduled another two months out. Yet, I am also grateful that once explaining making a nearly two-hour drive, they were able to squeeze me..."
— Birdeye (Review of Cherokee Nation Outpatient Health Center)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- The first tribal nation to sue opioid manufacturers is fighting back | KOSU — May 19, 2026
- The opioid epidemic threatened Cherokee culture. Now, it's being used to fight back | KGOU - Oklahoma's NPR Source — May 19, 2026
- Cherokee Nation signs legislation for substance abuse recovery centers | News | cherokeephoenix.org — Jan 20, 2026
- Cherokee Nation to invest $23 million in addiction treatment centers - NewsOn6.com — Jan 14, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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