There are a multitude of programs and personnel available for mental health services and counseling. (lightfieldstudios (123RF))
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There are a multitude of programs and personnel available for mental health services and counseling.
If anyone is experiencing active suicidal thoughts, seek emergency medical care at the hospital Emergency Room.
Chaplains provide 100 percent confidential counseling services focused on personal, family and relationship resiliency. Crisis counseling is also available. Counseling services are non-clinical and available to all, regardless of religious affiliation. All members of the base community may use chaplain services, including active-duty service members, dependents, civilian employees and retirees.
NAS I Chapel. NAS I, Bldg. 317 |+39-095-56-3975 | Hours: Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
NAS II Chapel. NAS II, Bldg. 742 | +39-095-86-2382 | Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
24/7 assistance: +39-335-831-4493 | www.facebook.com/SigChapel
FFSC provides short term, non-medical counseling for individuals (adults, adolescents and children), couples and families. Areas covered include, but are not limited to, adjustment difficulties, work related stress, relationship distress, as well as other personal, intimate partner relationship and family concerns. This service is available for active-duty members, civilians, contractors and their families.
FFSC. NASI, Bldg. 319 | +39-095-56-4291 | Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Email: sign9.ffsc@eu.navy.mil | www.facebook.com/ffsc.sigonella
Virtual counseling is also available by calling: 1-855-205-6749
MFLCs offer free non-medical anonymous sessions with specialists for adolescents, children and families. For youth, contact the MFLC via the CDC or DoDEA schools.
Adult/Family: +39-331-451-8050
CDC: +39-349-518-4087
Elementary school: +39-347-405-0244
Middle/High school: +39-349-513-8411
Psychologists, psychiatrists and behavioral health technicians specialize in treatment to manage mental health concerns, including medication-based treatments, therapy and substance abuse treatment. A referral is not required. Adults with TRICARE coverage are eligible for care; other adults will be billed by your individual health insurance.
Mental Health Clinic. NAS II, Bldg. 148 (flight line clinic) | +39-095-56-4222 | Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Confidential, short term non-medical counseling is offered for free via Military OneSource for active-duty members and their dependents. Visit the website to access options via phone, chat or video.
www.militaryonesource.mil/non-medical-counseling
The Veterans Crisis Line (VCL) and Military Crisis Line (MCL) are available 24/7 for free confidential mental health support.
Call: 844-702-5495
DSN: 988
Text: 838255
Online chat: www.veteranscrisisline.net
WWP offers a range of free in-person and virtual mental health care services for registered veterans, active-duty military and their families. www.woundedwarriorproject.org
