Who comes to Sioux Trails?

                 Residents of Brown, Nicollet,
                  Sibley, and Watonwan
                  counties are our primary
                     population served, and may
                            receive services
                            according to ability to                               pay. Residents of
                               other counties are
                                eligible for services
                                 if they have health                                  insurance or if
                                 they pay full fee.


When did the center begin?

Sioux Trails opened in 1966. The agency
is fully certified and is a private, non-
profit organization. Services are available
in six communities, and when
appropriate, in the client's home,
worksite, school, or community.

How do I know if I need help?

If you feel you need help with your feelings,
relationships or marriage, anger issues, or
life skills, call us for a consultation.
Our professionals can help you
understand how to proceed.

Do I need to have been
diagnosed with a major
mental health issue prior
to calling Sioux Trails?

No. People call Sioux Trails for a wide
variety of reasons. Perhaps you lost a job,
experienced a family death, have anger
issues from a divorce, have depression
issues, or are looking for additional
resources. If you have any questions on
whether or not you need a mental health
professional, talk with your doctor, or
contact us for more information
or a consultation.

What happens when I call?

A receptionist will make an appointment for an initial consultation with a professional therapist. This worker can help to understand the nature of the problem, whether the problem is best handled in one-to-one sessions, in group therapy, or family sessions.

How do I pay?

Fees for services may be covered by insurance, Medical Assistance, Medicare, a personal check, or cash. Sliding fee scales are available to clients from Brown, Nicollet, Sibley, and Watonwan counties.

Co-pays and deductible payments are to be made at the time of the appointment. For clients who do not reside in one of the four counties listed above and do not have insurance, full fees will apply.