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VA Approved Mental Health Provider | Resilience Behavioral Health MA
VA Approved Mental Health Care in Massachusetts
VETERAN ADMISSIONS: (888) 401-1179

VA Approved Mental Health Provider: Your Access to Care

As a VA approved mental health provider, Resilience Behavioral Health Centers serve as a critical link for Massachusetts Veterans seeking high-quality care outside of the VA Hospital system. Through the MISSION Act and the Community Care Network (CCN), Veterans can access private-sector treatment that is fully authorized and funded by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Eligibility for 2026: To see a VA approved provider, you must typically meet the "20/30 Rule." This means if the VA cannot provide an appointment within 20 days, or if your travel time is more than 30 minutes, you have the right to request a community referral to our Walpole or Plymouth locations.

Dedicated Support: Healing Heroes & Resilience

In Massachusetts, we go beyond basic requirements to offer specialized support through our Healing Heroes Behavioral Health program. This program is specifically designed to provide a "military-first" environment for Veterans and First Responders. As a VA approved mental health provider, we ensure that every Veteran receives trauma-informed treatment tailored to service-related experiences, moral injury, and PTSD.

100% VA Covered All services for authorized Veterans are billed directly to the VA. There are no copays or out-of-pocket costs at our centers.
Veteran-Centric Programming Visit our Veterans' Corner to learn about our specialized tracks for trauma recovery.

The Benefits of an Approved CCN Provider

Choosing a VA approved mental health provider like Resilience means you don't have to sacrifice quality for convenience. Our facilities in Walpole and Plymouth offer:

  • Rapid Intake: We prioritize Veteran referrals to ensure you are seen within days, not weeks.
  • Long-Term Stability: In 2026, most VA approvals cover 12 months of care, allowing for deep, uninterrupted recovery.
  • Specialized Modalities: Access to EMDR, Brainspotting, and medication management from clinicians who understand military culture.
  • Dual Diagnosis Expertise: Treatment for both mental health challenges and substance use disorders.

How to Verify Our "VA Approved" Status for Your Care

To ensure your treatment is fully covered, follow these standard 2026 VA referral steps:

  1. Speak with your VA Primary Care team or Mental Health provider about your need for community care.
  2. Ask for a "Community Care Consult" and request Resilience Behavioral Health as your designated provider.
  3. Once the VA approves the consult, they will send an authorization to our VA Liaison team.
  4. We will contact you immediately to schedule your initial evaluation.

Need Help with Your VA Authorization?

Our specialists understand the Optum Region 1 system and can help you navigate the process of choosing a VA approved provider today.

CALL (888) 401-1179