If you are experiencing a mental health crisis and in need of emergency assistance please call 844-428-3878

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Your journey
Our support

Inside Out is a mental health service provider and coordinator for residents in the state of Iowa. We believe in helping Iowans receive the care and treatment they need to live a better life, free of stigmas or stereotypes.

How We Help

Support for Inside Out comes in many forms

Support Inside Out, and be a part of a movement that believes in the power of community, compassion, and change. Your journey, our support—let's make a positive impact together.

How we help you in your journey

Crisis Stabilization

In moments of mental health crisis, our Crisis Stabilization Program offers a compassionate refuge, providing an immediate, supportive environment tailored to your healing journey. Available to all Iowans, this program serves as a personalized, nurturing alternative to hospitalization or incarceration, focusing on a bridge to stability.

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Transitional Living

Our Transitional Living Program offers adults a 3 to 6-month pathway to independence, catering to those navigating life's transitions, from crisis recovery to skill redevelopment for self-sufficiency. We welcome all backgrounds, providing personalized support that includes mental health therapy, job assistance, and healing guidance. Aimed at empowering your journey, we help remove barriers to growth, guiding you towards a future of independence.

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How we help your communities

Mobile Crisis Response

Our Mobile Crisis Response Team is here to offer swift, compassionate intervention right where you need it. Inside Out ensures a trained mental health expert can reach you—whether at home, work, or school—maintaining privacy and comfort.

To receive mobile crisis services and 24/7 emergency crisis support, call 844-428-3878.

This service is for residents of Audubon, Dallas, Guthrie, Marion, Lucas, Clarke, Decatur, Wayne and Ringgold counties.

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Crisis Intervention Team Program

Our CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) Co-Responder Program unites mental health professionals with first responders to effectively identify, de-escalate, and manage mental health crises. This collaborative effort ensures individuals receive immediate, appropriate care, reducing unnecessary incarcerations and hospitalizations by connecting them with supportive services to aid in their journey forward. Serving Clive, Urbandale, Waukee, and West Des Moines, we're committed to compassionate crisis intervention within these communities.

The CIT program is proudly supported and funded by Heart of Iowa Community Services.

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