Crisis Services
Located at 2740 Headland Avenue in Dothan, AL, the SpectraCare Crisis Care Center is a vital part of Alabama's Crisis System of Care. As the state's sixth crisis center, we provide compassionate, 24/7/365 support for individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, or suicidal crises. Our facility serves as a safe haven for walk-ins, referrals from law enforcement, first responders, EMS, hospitals, and community members in need.
We are proud to offer immediate, tailored care to help stabilize crises and connect individuals to ongoing recovery resources. Since opening, our center has joined a network that has supported over 16,000 Alabamians in beginning their journey to better health.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
SpectraCare serves as the local crisis center for the national 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, providing free, confidential support by call or text, 24/7. When you contact 988, you’re connected directly to our local team for compassionate, judgment-free support with suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, mental health crises, or substance use concerns. You are not alone—support is available, and help begins with a conversation.
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24/7 SpectraCare Services Helpline
In addition to 988 crisis support, SpectraCare also offers a local Emergency Services Helpline for ongoing community-based assistance.
24/7 Local Emergency Services Helpline
SpectraCare’s trained staff are available day or night to provide confidential support, crisis assistance, and a listening ear.
Our Services
At the SpectraCare Crisis Care Center, we deliver a full continuum of crisis care, including:
- Clinical Evaluation and Psychiatric Care: On-site assessments by licensed professionals to determine immediate needs.
- Crisis Stabilization: Short-term support to help regain stability in a calm, secure environment.
- Observation Beds:
- 15 temporary observation beds for stays up to 23 hours.
- 12 extended observation beds for support lasting 1 to 7 days.
- Referrals to Community Resources: Seamless connections to outpatient therapy, substance use treatment, peer support, and long-term care.
- Mobile Crisis Response: Our team partners with local law enforcement and EMS for on-site interventions.
All services are provided in a welcoming, trauma-informed space designed to prioritize dignity and privacy.
Grand Opening Celebration
On February 10, 2025, we celebrated the grand opening of our state-of-the-art facility with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by distinguished guests, including:
- Governor Kay Ivey, who highlighted the center as a "game changer" for mental health access in Alabama.
- Alabama Department of Mental Health Commissioner Kim Boswell, who noted the impact of the state's crisis initiative since its start in 2021.
- SpectraCare Health Systems CEO Melissa Kirkland and Board President Sharon Kelley.
- State Representative Steve Clouse and Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce President Matt Parker.
This milestone event marked the expansion of crisis services to 20 counties across central and southeast Alabama, fulfilling a vision supported by Governor Ivey, the Alabama Legislature, and ADMH. The $7 million investment in our center underscores Alabama's commitment to behavioral health.
"This facility is a game changer!" - Governor Kay Ivey
Expert Care for Lasting Wellness
At SpectraCare Health Systems, we are committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive mental health services tailored to meet the unique needs of our community. Our experienced team of professionals offers a wide range of programs designed to support individuals and families in achieving optimal mental wellness. With a focus on personalized care, our evidence-based approaches ensure effective treatment plans that empower our clients on their journey to recovery and well-being. Choose SpectraCare for reliable, dedicated, and empathetic care.