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State of Vermont Department of Mental Health

State of Vermont Department of Mental Health

About Us

Our Mission

To promote mental health as a vital part of overall well-being by advancing prevention, early intervention, and recovery-focused care. We partner with individuals, families, and communities to provide equitable, effective, and compassionate support that fosters resilience, empowers Vermonters to achieve their goals, and ensures they can live, work, learn, and thrive in their communities.

Our Vision

Mental health is a cornerstone of health in Vermont. Vermonters live in caring, inclusive communities that respond with compassion and respect to mental health needs, ensuring everyone can thrive and participate fully in their lives.

Our Values

  • Compassion
  • We approach all people with care, empathy, and respect. Compassion guides how we support Vermonters and each other—especially in times of vulnerability, crisis, or need.
  • Equity
  • We work to ensure everyone has what they need to thrive. This includes addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusion across race, gender, sexual orientation, geography, ability, identity, religion, and lived experience.
  • Integrity
  • We act with honesty, transparency, and consistency. We do what’s right—even when it’s hard—and follow through on our commitments with fairness and clarity.
  • Collaboration
  • We believe we are stronger when we work together. We actively seek partnerships across systems with communities, organizations, and individuals to build solutions that reflect shared voices and inclusive leadership.
  • Accountability
  • We take responsibility for our actions, services, and outcomes. Accountability reflects our duty to serve the public, support one another, and deliver high-quality, person-centered care.