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At the Yuma Vet Center, our counselors have extensive experience and training to address the needs of female Veterans transitioning to civilian life. 

We understand that the transition from military to civilian life can be a challenge. We offer a variety of ways to assist you in that process such as:

• How to get VA medical benefits and register for care
• Where to go to file claims and other forms
• Understanding your VA education benefits
• Housing and home loans
• Education and referral for VA burial benefits

The Yuma Vet Center can also connect you to Veterans Service Organizations in your community.

The Yuma Vet Center offers secure and confidential individual, couple's and group counseling through telehealth. You can schedule a phone or video appointment for Vet Center services.

Counseling services include:

• Anger management
• Stress management
• Emotional regulation

Counselors implement the following evidence-based practices:

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
• Internal Family Systems (IFS)
• Prolonged Exposure (PE)

The Yuma Vet Center has a designated counselor who achieved their Master of Social Work with a specialization in working with Hispanic children and families.

The Yuma Vet Center has counselors trained to provide evidence-based support for those who are experiencing or have experienced abusive or violent relationships.

At the Yuma Vet Center, we can connect you with the VA HUD-VASH program, National Community Health Partners (NCHP) Housing for Heroes, Right Turn for Yuma Veterans transitional housing or other community resources.