West Central Behavioral Health

West Central Behavioral Health Providing a full range of care for individuals struggling with mental and behavioral disorders since 1977.

As a nonprofit, we're dedicated to ensuring access for all throughout the Sullivan and lower Grafton Counties of NH. West Central Behavioral Health was established in 1977 as the state-designated community mental health organization for lower Grafton (Upper Valley) and Sullivan Counties. With outpatient behavioral health clinics in Claremont, Lebanon and Newport, NH, our caring and compassionate clinicians offer individual, relationship, family and group therapy, and psychiatric care to clients of all ages for mental illness, substance use disorder, and crisis care. In addition to traditional therapeutic services, West Central’s Mobile Crisis Response team responds to mental health crises 24/7/365, including calls from police departments and local schools dealing with tragedy or loss. With our expert help, clients find new ways to deal with recurring problems, and learn new ways of handling negative thoughts, feelings and behaviors. As a result, clients often feel healthier, happier, and more in control of their behavior and their life. We also help clients with severe and persistent mental illness work toward recovery and optimal health in all domains, including entering the workforce, activities of daily living, interpersonal functioning, and resilience. Comprehensive case management services provide a thorough therapeutic plan and community-based services to increase overall functioning, gain confidence and learn skills for managing difficult or emotional situations.

Caregiving is hard — getting support shouldn’t be.
01/15/2026

Caregiving is hard — getting support shouldn’t be.

When you reach out to the NAMI Family Caregiver HelpLine, you’ll speak with a trained specialist who:

· Listens without judgment
· Helps you identify next steps
· Shares strategies rooted in lived caregiving experience
· Connects you to trusted NAMI programs and resources
· Points you to the NAMI HelpLine Knowledge Center

Caregiving is hard — getting support shouldn’t be.

- Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264), press “4”
- Text FAMILY → 62640
- Learn more at nami.org/family

An opportunity for new mothers in NH to connect with peers beginning January 22. Scan the QR Code to register.
01/13/2026

An opportunity for new mothers in NH to connect with peers beginning January 22. Scan the QR Code to register.

NEW Virtual Peer Postpartum Support Group starts January 22nd!
🗓️ Meeting weekly on Thursdays, 6:00-7:30 pm
💜 Available for all NH moms to connect with peers, facilitated by a trained Group Peer Facilitator
💻 Sign up: https://lnkd.in/esH8MzDc

Great opportunity for NH students (grades 5-12) to express their thoughts and feelings about mental health through art.
01/09/2026

Great opportunity for NH students (grades 5-12) to express their thoughts and feelings about mental health through art.

Submissions Now OPEN for Magnify Voices 2026!
🎒 NH Students in Grades 5-12
🎨 Share your art to raise awareness for mental health!
💰 Prizes for finalists
💻 Learn more: tinyurl.com/MVinfo2026
❓ For questions: magnifyvoices@gmail.com

Join Hartford High School on Jan. 22 for a FREE film screening of Gone Guys🎥 This 45-min documentary explores mental hea...
01/08/2026

Join Hartford High School on Jan. 22 for a FREE film screening of Gone Guys🎥 This 45-min documentary explores mental health, relationships & purpose in young men. A panel discussion will follow the screening. Register now for limited seating! 📝 https://tinyurl.com/4bh2rctu

01/07/2026

West Central was a proud sponsor of Claremont's First Night Celebration! View the montage from Claremont Community Television of the festive and family fun celebration to welcome in 2026!

Warm wishes for a bright new year from West Central! 🎉 Our holiday hours: Dec 31 (open until 2pm), Jan 1 (closed), Jan 2...
12/31/2025

Warm wishes for a bright new year from West Central! 🎉
Our holiday hours: Dec 31 (open until 2pm), Jan 1 (closed), Jan 2 (open).

12/24/2025

Wishing you and yours Season's Greetings!Our holiday hours are:Closed at 2:00PM December 24Closed December 25 & 26Closed...
12/24/2025

Wishing you and yours Season's Greetings!
Our holiday hours are:
Closed at 2:00PM December 24
Closed December 25 & 26
Closed at 2:00PM December 31
Closed January 1
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, call 833-710-6477 or 988. Text 988. Chat at NH988.com

Season's Greetings from West Central Behavioral Health! Read our holiday reflections in our newsletter below.
12/19/2025

Season's Greetings from West Central Behavioral Health!
Read our holiday reflections in our newsletter below.

Email from West Central Services Inc. Community Mental Health Since 1977 Season's Greetings from West Central! Pictured: West Central Staff Members at The Common Man, Claremont, NH Reflecting on 2025,

Thank you to our residents at Arbor View for creating festive centerpieces and artwork to celebrate the season! 🎀
12/16/2025

Thank you to our residents at Arbor View for creating festive centerpieces and artwork to celebrate the season! 🎀

Today is  ! Give locally to make a difference in the lives of our friends and neighbors.   Donate at: bit.ly/445soI1
12/02/2025

Today is ! Give locally to make a difference in the lives of our friends and neighbors.
Donate at: bit.ly/445soI1

Address

85 Mechanic Street, Suite C2-1
Lebanon, NH
03766

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+16035425128

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West Central Behavioral Health was established in 1977 as a state-designated community mental health organization. We maintain outpatient mental health clinics in Lebanon, Newport and Claremont, where clinicians offer individual, relationship, family and group therapy, and psychiatric care to clients of all ages. In addition to traditional therapeutic services, West Central’s Emergency Services team responds to mental health crises 365 days a year, including calls from local businesses and schools dealing with tragedy or loss. Substance use disorder services are offered at our new Claremont Substance Use Services Clinic, and are also offered as an adjunct to other services at other WCBH sites. Therapeutic treatment can improve one’s ability to cope with daily stress. Clients find new ways to deal with recurring problems, and learn new ways of handling negative thoughts, feelings and behaviors. As a result, clients often feel healthier, happier, and more in control of their behavior and their life. We also help clients with severe and persistent mental illness work toward recovery and optimal health in all domains, including activities of daily living, interpersonal functioning, and resilience. Comprehensive case management services provide a thorough therapeutic plan and community-based services to increase overall functioning, gain confidence and learn skills for managing difficult or emotional situations.