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HISTORY
Mental Health Partners’ story begins in 1962, when it opened as a mental health clinic serving Boulder County residents. In 1964, we received our non-profit status and became a federally designated comprehensive community mental health center in 1971. Since then, we have expanded to meet the growing needs of our surrounding communities, with multiple locations in Boulder, Broomfield, Longmont and Lafayette; and share locations with primary care physicians in additional communities.
WHO WE SERVE
It is estimated, that of the 360,000 residents of Boulder and Broomfield counties, more than 60,000 individuals suffer with a form o f mental illness. During 2015, MHP provided clinical care to 16,300 clients, 6,000 were served in community-based programs and 34,500 individuals participated in presentations, eduction or training.
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Mission, Vision, Values
In alignment with our mission — Healing is our purpose. Help is our promise. Health is our passion. — Mental Health Partners (MHP) provides immediate access to expert mental health and substance use care so people can enjoy healthy and fulfilling lives. Our vision is for Healthy minds. Healthy lives. Healthy communities. We accomplish this through our core values:
- Empathy: Putting ourselves in others’ shoes.
- Hope: Believing in positive possibilities for every person.
- Healing Environment: Providing a safe space where people feel accepted.
- Wellness: Supporting long-term health and well-being.
- Teamwork: Realizing the power of working together with humility and trust.
- Partnership: Building relationships to strengthen our communities.
- Excellence: Pursuing the best in everything we do.
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Staff
Individuals at every level of care at all MHP locations benefit from a multi-disciplinary and compassionate care team(s) who provide personalized guidance and support. Our teams of licensed therapists and support members are experts in their fields who bring a wide array of knowledge and diversity to the individuals they serve.
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Locations
Boulder | Broomfield | Lafayette | Longmont
Since Mental Health Partners’ inception we have expanded to meet the growing needs of our surrounding communities with multiple locations and shared locations with primary care physicians in additional communities.
How We Serve
Mental Health Partners has a 24/7/365 Walk-In Center at 3180 Airport Road in Boulder Colorado for immediate assistance with a mental health crisis. Individuals using the crisis center do not need to be area residents or clients—anyone may use this center. Mental Health Partners also has outpatient offices for all ages and families. Many programs and services are available including school-based programs, substance abuse treatment, rape crisis counseling, advocacy and education. Mental Health Partners offers bilingual/bicultural services and an in-house pharmacy.
To inquire about our services or to make an appointment please call 303-443-8500. For emergency assistance with a mental health crisis please call 1-844-493-TALK (8255) or text TALK to 38255. To contact our Walk-In Center please call 303-447-1665 or go directly to our Walk-In Center at 3180 Airport Road in Boulder Colorado (which is open 24/7).
Journey to Becoming a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC)
We are the first mental health center in Colorado, and only 1 of 52 in the nation, to be awarded the prestigious grant and subsequent attestation to becoming a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, the “gold standard” in the delivery of mental health and addiction recovery care.