Behavioral Health

At Monument Health Behavioral Health, we’re committed to making a difference every day by providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for children, adolescents, adults and older adults. Through inpatient services, outpatient clinics and Telehealth for eligible patients, we’re here to support individuals and families across the Black Hills and surrounding communities.

Choose the care that’s right for you:

Outpatient Behavioral Health
Medication management, psychiatric evaluations, therapy, counseling and ongoing support for children, adolescents, adults and families.

Inpatient Behavioral Health
24-hour psychiatric care for individuals experiencing acute mental health needs in a safe, supportive and healing environment.


2025 Signet Health Excellence in Advocacy Award Winner

Monument Health Behavioral Health Center won the Most Inspiring Acts of Advocacy Award as part of the 2025 Signet Health Excellence in Advocacy Awards. This recognition honors our team’s unwavering commitment to advocating for patients, caregivers and the broader community through compassion, innovation and action.

Conditions We Treat

Who We Serve

Whether you’re seeking care for yourself, your child or a loved one, Monument Health Behavioral Health is here to help. We provide compassionate inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services for children, adolescents, adults and older adults, with personalized treatment plans designed to meet each person’s unique needs and recovery goals.

Annual Outpatient Visits
Annual Inpatient Admissions
Counties Served

Care for Children & Adolescents

Growing up comes with unique emotional, behavioral and social challenges. Our Behavioral Health team partners with children, teens and their families to provide compassionate care in a supportive environment. We work with families to address concerns that may be affecting a child’s emotional well-being, school performance, relationships or overall development.

Children and adolescents may benefit from behavioral health services if they are experiencing:

  • Anxiety or excessive worry
  • Depression or persistent sadness
  • Difficulty concentrating or symptoms of ADHD
  • Behavioral or emotional concerns
  • School-related stress or declining academic performance
  • Bullying or peer relationship challenges
  • Family changes such as divorce, separation, or loss
  • Trauma or significant life events
  • Mood changes or emotional regulation difficulties
  • Sleep concerns
  • Social difficulties or withdrawal

Care for Adults

Life’s challenges can affect emotional well-being at any stage of adulthood. Whether you’re facing stress at work, relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief or other mental health concerns, our team is here to help. We work with each patient to develop an individualized treatment plan that supports their goals and improves their overall quality of life.

Adults may benefit from behavioral health services if they are experiencing:

  • Anxiety or panic attacks
  • Depression
  • Stress related to work or career
  • Relationship or marital concerns
  • Grief and loss
  • Trauma or PTSD
  • Mood changes
  • Difficulty adjusting to life transitions
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Caregiver stress
  • Chronic illness affecting emotional health
  • Feelings of being overwhelmed or emotionally exhausted

Our goal is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care that empowers individuals and families to achieve lasting emotional wellness.

Military Members, Veterans and Military Families

We understand the unique challenges that can accompany military service, deployments, relocations, family transitions and reintegration. Our Behavioral Health team is committed to providing compassionate, confidential care for active-duty service members (as appropriate), veterans, military spouses and their families.

Behavioral Health Services for Native American Patients

We are committed to providing respectful, culturally responsive behavioral health care for American Indian patients and families. Our clinic serves individuals from communities across western South Dakota, including those from the region’s Tribal Nations.

We recognize the importance of working collaboratively with the Indian Health Service (IHS), Tribal health programs, and Urban Indian health organizations to help coordinate care when appropriate. If you receive services through IHS or a Tribal health program, our team can work with you to help facilitate referrals, communication, and continuity of care.

If you have questions about eligibility, referrals, or coordinating services with your Tribal health program or IHS, please contact our office. We are happy to assist you.

Why Monument Health
Making a difference. Every Day.

Why Monument Health

Monument Health has been a trusted part of the Black Hills for generations. Our Behavioral Health team works alongside primary care, neurology, social work and other specialists. We coordinate your full picture of health, because we know that mind and body are connected.

As a Mayo Clinic Care Network member, our providers have access to specialized expertise and the latest evidence-based approaches in psychiatric care.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if I am experiencing a mental health emergency?

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health emergency, call 911, call or text 988, or go to your nearest Emergency Department immediately.

Seek emergency care if you or a loved one is:

  • Having thoughts of suicide or self-harm
  • Having thoughts of harming others
  • Experiencing hallucinations or psychosis
  • Unable to care for basic needs because of a mental health condition
  • Experiencing severe emotional distress that cannot be safely managed at home
Contact Us

Contact Us

Call Us

Our friendly team is here to answer questions and connect you with the care you need. (605) 755-7200

Get Directions

Mon–Fri, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., by appointment only.

Monument Health Behavioral Health Center
915 Mountain View Road
Rapid City, SD 57702

Doctors & Providers

Stephanie Bennington, D.O. Profile Stephanie Bennington, D.O.

Behavioral Health, Counseling

Rapid City, SD

Chaston Ellis, D.O. Profile Chaston Ellis, D.O.

Behavioral Health

Rapid City, SD

Mark T. Garry, M.D. Profile Mark T. Garry, M.D.

Behavioral Health

Rapid City, SD

Harry Hamlyn, M.D. Profile Harry Hamlyn, M.D.

Behavioral Health

Rapid City, SD

Kyle Siefers, D.O. Profile Kyle Siefers, D.O.

Behavioral Health

Rapid City, SD

Heather Spain, M.D. Profile Heather Spain, M.D.

Behavioral Health

Rapid City, SD

Danielle Akason, CNP Profile Danielle Akason, CNP

Behavioral Health

Rapid City, SD

Stacy Danielson, PA-C Profile Stacy Danielson, PA-C

Behavioral Health

Rapid City, SD

Carrie Farnsworth, CNP Profile Carrie Farnsworth, CNP

Behavioral Health

Rapid City, SD

Mandi Leite, CNP Profile Mandi Leite, CNP

Behavioral Health

Deadwood, SD

Resources

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, across the United States and its territories. The 988 Lifeline is comprised of a national network of over 200 local crisis centers, combining local care and resources with national standards and best practices.

Your Life Your Voice

Call: 1-800-448-3000
Text: Text VOICE to 20121.

Text with a counselor for free with the following carriers: AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint, Virgin, Cricket, Nextel, Boost, MetroPCS. (Standard message & data rates may apply for other carriers)

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Education, advocacy, and support for those affected by suicide.

The Trevor Project

A place where LGBTQ youth and their allies can find answers to frequently asked questions, and explore resources related to sexual orientation, gender identity and more.

Call: 1-866-488-7386
Text: Text START to 678678

National Runaway Safeline

Call or text 1-800-RUNAWAY (1-800-786-2929)

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

National mental health and substance use resources.

 

Take a Mental Health Test

Online screening is one of the quickest and easiest ways to determine whether you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition.

Click here to take a mental health test

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