Catawba Mental Health

• All 16 DMH community mental health centers are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), an independent, nonprofit accreditor of health and human services.
• Each of DMH’s psychiatric hospitals is accredited by the Joint Commission, which aims to improve healthcare by evaluating healthcare providers and inspiring them to excel in the provision of safe, effective care of the highest quality and value.
• Morris Village Treatment Center, the Agency’s inpatient drug and alcohol treatment facility, is licensed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), an independent, nonprofit accreditor of health and human services.

Each of DMH’s four nursing homes is licensed by the SC DHEC and certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The South Carolina Department of Mental Health (DMH) gives priority to adults, children, and families affected by serious mental illnesses and significant emotional disorders. We are committed to eliminating stigma, promoting recovery,  achieving our goals in collaboration with stakeholders, and to providing the highest quality services possible. You can expect to be treated with respect and dignity by all staff, both administrative and clinical. Our facilities operate within federal, state, and community ethical standards.

Expect to talk about yourself a lot the first appointment. This is when the counselor gets a feel for what you need, your goals, your history, etc. Depending on the results of your assessment, the counselor will do one of two things: enroll you in services with us, or refer you elsewhere if another provider might meet your needs better.

Fees for services are set by the SC Department of Mental Health.  Payment (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, cash, check, Visa or MasterCard) is expected at the time of services.  Patients may be eligible for reduced fees based on their financial status. Please bring financial information with you including any insurance coverage.

If you are enrolled as a patient, an orientation to Center services will be usually be provided at that the time of the screening which includes an explanation and written information about the range of services available, consumer rights, crisis services (during and after hours) and cost and payment schedules.

You may be required to submit a urine drug test to assist with our diagnostic process.  This test will be administered at the screening appointment. In some cases you may have to wait to be seen for your assessment due to emergencies. We regret any inconvenience this may cause.