MERIDIAN, Miss. (Queen City Newsfeed) – Mississippi State University Meridian officially opened its new Mental and Behavioral Health Clinic on Friday, marking an expansion of mental health services in the region.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at 2 p.m. on April 17 at the clinic, located on the third floor of the Regions Building in downtown Meridian. Between 150 and 200 people attended the grand opening event, according to university officials.
Dr. Lesley Clack, dean of the School of Health Professions, said the clinic represents an important step in addressing the growing demand for mental health care in the community.
“It’s really important to have mental health services available. There is a great need for mental health services and a lack of mental health services, so we’re really glad to be able to have this for the community,” Clack said.
The clinic will offer services to individuals of all ages, including children, adolescents and adults. Available services include individual therapy, family therapy and group therapy, covering a wide range of mental and behavioral health conditions.
“Anyone in the community is welcome to come here for services,” Clack said. “We are glad to be able to provide this service here in downtown Meridian.”
Clack said the event also highlighted the partnerships that helped make the clinic possible. Funding for the facility was provided through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, along with support from local organizations including The Riley Foundation, The Broadhead Foundation and The Hardin Foundation.
“We’re very thankful that we had many of those members at our event today to come out and see the clinic that they funded,” she said.
The clinic is open to the public, and community members can visit the location or call (601) 482-2400 for more information about services.