Catholic Charities Diocese of Sioux City

Catholic Charities Diocese of Sioux City is a small non-profit organization based in Sioux City, Iowa. With a team of four employees, they are dedicated to providing accessible and compassionate mental health care to individuals of all ages, faiths, and backgrounds. The organization specializes in offering in-person and telehealth counseling services using evidence-based approaches like PCIT for children with behavioral disorders, CBT for cognitive behavioral issues, and EMDR for trauma, abuse, and PTSD. Two bilingual therapists on staff cater to Spanish-speaking clients. They are committed to making mental health care affordable and accessible, offering a sliding-fee scale based on income and accepting Medicare, IA/NE Medicaid, and most insurance plans. Catholic Charities Diocese of Sioux City distinguishes itself through several initiatives. Their Pathways to Hope and Healing program provides free mental health assessments to struggling or at-risk school-age children. Clients requiring psychiatric care have access to Dr. Nesrin Abu Ata, M.D., and can utilize the sliding-fee scale for these appointments. The organization also serves as a federally appointed TVAP provider, offering free Love & Logic parenting classes, and free crisis debriefing services to first responders. For inquiries or to schedule an appointment, individuals can visit their website at cathchar.com.