Waterloo and Cedar Falls Behavioral Health Care

Behavioral Health

Sometimes the most troubling health problems are those that are unseen. In the Cedar Falls, Waterloo and surrounding area, MercyOne is dedicated to providing specialized, family-centered treatment for adolescents, adults and seniors. Through our inpatient and outpatient programs, our behavioral health experts empower you to take control and get back to living your best life.

Outpatient Behavioral Health Care

Our Behavioral Health Care team is available for outpatient visits at clinics located in the Waterloo/Cedar Falls metropolitan area, as well as in Evansdale, Independence, Oelwein and Waverly.

Inpatient programs

Our inpatient Behavioral Health Care units offer evaluation and treatment to patients who are in an acute phase of psychiatric illness or are experiencing an emotional or life crisis. We individualize each treatment program, led by a psychiatrist who directs a professional health care team in a multidisciplinary team approach to help you understand your illness and treatment.

Who we serve

No matter your age, the behavioral health care provided at MercyOne offers a secure and nurturing environment for anyone needing assistance in all of life’s stages. From emotional and psychiatric support to addictive health service, MercyOne specializes in treating:

  • Teens and Adolescents: The expert team of professionals at MercyOne, provides psychological services for children, teens and families. Children and teens can be seen for a variety of behavioral health conditions, including:
    • Addictions/substance use
    • Adjustment Issues
    • Self Esteem
    • Social Anxiety
    • Stress Management
    • Trauma
    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
    • Panic Attacks
    • Phobias
    • Anxiety Disorders
    • Anger Issues
    • Eating disorders
    • Emotional Support
    • Identity Issues
  • Adults: MercyOne offers full-service, outpatient treatment programs for adults 18 and older who may be facing a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety or other mental health concerns. Our experienced, compassionate doctors and health care professionals understand each individual is unique and works with you to find the best treatment option. Starting with a diagnostic assessment, the outpatient behavioral health services at MercyOne can help treat the following conditions:
    • Alcohol Addiction
    • Addictions/Substance Use
    • Adjustment Issues
    • Anxiety Disorders
    • Anger Issues
    • Aging
    • Behavioral Disorders
    • Bipolar Disorders
    • Depressive Disorders
    • Eating disorders
    • Emotional Support
    • Identity Issues
    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
    • Panic Attacks
    • Phobias
    • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder  (PTSD)
    • Psychotic Disorders
    • Schizophrenia
    • Self Esteem
    • Social Anxiety
    • Stress Management
    • Trauma

Help for substance use

Substance use is a serious disease. Through counseling and education, MercyOne Horizons at Waterloo Medical Center helps patients and their families learn the most important thing about substance use and addiction. Treatment options at the center include:

  • Medically Managed Detoxification
  • Inpatient
  • Intensive Outpatient
  • Evening Outpatient
  • Co-Occurring Disorders
  • Pre-Treatment
  • Relapse Treatment

Research and Studies

MercyOne + University of Northern Iowa Pilot Study